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A Secret Sculpture for John F. Kennedy's Grave.
Wednesday Aug. 5th
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Ham Room
Join Elinor and Nancy as they explore Snowville, NH, the hometown of the little-known but heroic Louis Féron. A French goldsmith and artist, he worked for Tiffany & Co. before retiring to Snowville with his wife, Leslie.
In the late 1960s, Féron created a secret sculpture for John F. Kennedy's grave, commissioned by Mrs. Paul Mellon on behalf of Jacqueline Kennedy. Funded by Joseph P. Kennedy, the sculpture was later acquired by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum and Library in 1977. This is the story of the sculpture's creation, its journey, and its rediscovery 50 years later.
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Yoga with Lo, Yoga for Charity
Thursday, Aug. 13th
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Ham Room
Join us for a free community yoga session on August 13th at 4:30 PM in the Ham Room.
Donations are welcome but not required, with 50% benefiting the White Mountain Health Center, a nonprofit organization that provides health services regardless of insurance coverage.
Please bring your own mat; a few are available to borrow. To reserve one, contact Lorraine Kermond at ldkermond@gmail.com.
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From Terror to Tourism: Crawford Notch & the Willy Slide
Wednesday, Aug. 19th
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Periodical Room
As we approach the 200th anniversary of the infamous Willey Slide in Crawford Notch, NH, on August 28, 2026, we will explore the history of the event as well as the geography and geology that caused the slide. We will look at the surprising first artist to depict the site, and those artists that followed.
We will examine the role of the event in the rise of tourism in the White Mountains and how visits to the site were promoted in guidebooks, maps, stereoviews, and souvenirs. Finally, we will review what you can see if you visit the area today.
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2026 Book Group
Monday, Aug. 17th
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Periodical Room
The book group meets on the third Monday of each month in the Periodical Room, except on holidays. For August, the selection is "The Human Scale" by Lawrence Wright.
In The Human Scale, Pulitzer Prize–winning author Lawrence Wright crafts a tense, historically grounded thriller about a Palestinian-American FBI agent, Tony Malik, who—after surviving a terrorist bomb attack—teams up with a hardline Israeli police officer to solve the murder of an Israeli police chief in Gaza, navigating a web of extremism, corruption, and the deep human costs of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict.
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Tuesday Tales
Tuesday Mornings
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ham Room
Join Tessa and Drea for stories, singing, and creative activities every Tuesday. Suitable for young children and families. Caregiver involvement is encouraged to promote bonding and learning.
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Pajama Storytime
Thursday, Aug. 13th
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Ham Room
Join Tessa and Drea for stories, singing, and creative activities every Tuesday. Suitable for young children and families. Caregiver involvement is encouraged to promote bonding and learning.
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Once Upon a Story Hour
Thursday, Aug. 27th
4:30 PM-5:30 PM
Ham Room
Join us for a Back-to-School celebration with Mother Goose! Enjoy a storytelling session followed by a fun coloring activity with Canva Pencil Bags. We can't wait to see you there!
Each visit will feature different storytellers sharing unique stories, accompanied by after-storytime activities on the last Thursday of each month. Everyone is welcome! An adult must accompany children under 10.
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Minecraft Civilizations
Tuesdays Afternoons
3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Ham Room
Registration opens on August 1st.
Attention all aspiring builders and adventurers! Starting this month, we’re kicking off our weekly Minecraft Civilizations meetings every Tuesday at 3:00 PM! This is your chance to team up with fellow Minecraft enthusiasts and construct your very own civilization in Survival mode.
This program has limited spots; only 12 participants. The program is open to those in Grades 3 and up, so gather your building materials and prepare for some serious fun. Please fill out the Google Form for Minecraft Civilization Fall registration.
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Go Group - Strategy Gaming
Saturday, Aug. 29th
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Great Room
Join us on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the main floor of the library. Other community groups may be using parts of the area, so we appreciate your flexibility.
Discover the fascinating two-player strategy game Go, which has been played for over 2,500 years! Even if you’re new, Evan will guide you through the basics in a friendly, learn-as-you-play environment. We’ll also explore various formats beyond traditional play, including team and cooperative modes, perfect for enjoying the game with friends. Join us for a morning of strategy, collaboration, and fun as we explore Go together!
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Northern New Hampshire Library Cooperative Common Borrower Card
Your Conway Public Library card now grants you access to materials at the Ossipee, Jackson, Madison, and Cook Memorial (Tamworth) Libraries. Present your Conway library card to borrow items at any NNHLC library, or browse our shared catalog to request items be transferred to Conway for convenient pick-up.
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Please note: Library cards are not required for admission to programs, use of public-access computers, or borrowing the Believe in Books Foundation Red Bags for children.
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Hours
Mon-Thurs 9 am-8 pm
Fri 9 am-5 pm
Sat 9 am-1 pm
Henney History Hours
(Appointments Preferred)
Tue & Thurs 9-3 pm
Wed 4-8 pm
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