Library Update
Resources & Programs for Adults
8/15 - 8/21
Thank you to our patrons and community for continuing to support a safe and pleasant environment while visiting us! Although we are thrilled to have our members back in the building, remember that we are still operating under the "Pop In & Pick Up" model to safeguard the health of our community.

We thank you for your patience as we work to gradually reintroduce our services in a safe and responsible manner.
New Hampshire Cemeteries and Gravestones

Wednesday, August 18, 2021
7:00pm-8:00pm

Rubbings, photographs, and slides illustrate the rich variety of gravestones to be found in our own neighborhoods, but they also tell long-forgotten stories of historical events.

NH Humanities presenter Glenn Knoblock will share these and other deeply personal works of art and the craftsmen who carved them.
Writers' Group

Thursday, August 19, 2021
7:00pm-8:30pm

Join an informal gathering where aspiring writers can discuss what they're working on, what they're reading, where they're submitting their work, and more.

This meeting will take place remotely over Zoom!
Explore Something New This Month

With August featuring International Cat Day, National Friendship Day, and Family Fun Month, now is the perfect time to learn about our feline companions, celebrate friendships, or plan a family activity!
Our staff have curated a selection of titles to showcase these events. Click the links below or stop by the library to browse our displays.
Title of the Week

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
by Victoria Schwab

"I appreciated the elements of mortality, purpose in life, adventure, and dealing with the supernatural. I really like the theme of this book of being careful about what you wish for. The story makes the reader think about the importance of human connection."
Resident Fast Facts

The Town of Merrimack's 275th Anniversary Planning Committee will meet on Monday, August 16th at 6:00pm in the Matthew Thornton Room of Town Hall. Agenda items include an update for the Scavenger Hunt and planning the Fall Festival for October 3rd.

Merrimack Parks and Recreation's Summer Concert series concludes with Ben Eramo, who was rescheduled from June 30th. Ben will pay tribute to the music of Billy Joel this Wednesday, August 18th, at 6:00pm in Abbie Griffin Park.

The Merrimack School District announced this past Tuesday, August 10th, that Mr. Stephen Claire has been appointed Interim Principal of the Merrimack High School.
We're Just a Click Away!

Connect with us via email at merrimackpl@merrimacklibrary.org and through Facebook and our Ask Us service. The library will be open, with staff available to answer questions in person and remotely, during the following times:

Monday-Thursday 10:00am to 7:00pm
Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday 9:00am to 1:00pm

Remember that our Wi-Fi is on 24/7 and that overdue fines will continue to be waived until further notice.
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