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AARP Courses
Friday, November 1st
First Friday of each month
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Ham Room
Fraud Watch Basics: The Scam Landscape:
Ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? The AARP Fraud Watch Network empowers you in the fight with proven resources and tools to help you spot and avoid identity theft and fraud. With a few practical steps, you'll have the tools to protect yourself and your family.
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The Knitting Group
Monday, November 4th
First Monday of each month
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ham Room
Elevate Your Craft: A Special Event for Skill Seekers
In November, the Knitting Group is excited to showcase the talents of two of our members. Ruth Stevens will demonstrate Drop Spindle spinning, while Linda Sorenson will demonstrate her skills in spinning with her wheel.
The Knitting Group is a great place for all knitters and provides a place for those who need new knit friends to come and meet one another. It is a place where knitters can expand their skills in a setting where creativity and knitting possibilities are limitless. All experience levels are welcome to join. The Knitting Group will put the finishing miniature knitted items for the Christmas fundraiser at Settlers Green.
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Poetry / Writer Group
Thursday, November 7th
First Thursday of each month
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Periodical Room
The Poetry Group will meet every 1st Thursday of the month in the Periodical Room from 4:00-5:30 pm. The Poetry/Writer Group is where fellow lovers of poetry are encouraged to come to write and read their poetry or recite poems from their favorite authors. November's theme is "Appreciation: Words associated with appreciation." Expressing poems, stories, and prose to see where the word of appreciation is displayed in everyday usage, as well as applying synonyms for further exploration.
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Adult Art Lesson
Thursday, November 7th
First Thursday of each month
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Ham Room
Are you inspired by the stunning beauty of nature and want to express it through art? Do you want to learn essential artistic techniques that apply to any medium? Join Jessie in the Ham Room on the first Thursday of every month at 6:00 pm for an engaging and enjoyable art session. All skill levels are encouraged to participate!
*Make sure to bring your own materials in the medium you love to work with. For more information about the artist, check out her website - Jessie Lozanski Fine Art
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Blacklight Abstract Art
Monday, November 13th
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ham Room
Don’t miss the chance to meet and engage with the talented artist Henry Groves! He’ll reveal the fascinating process behind his Blacklight Art and share the inspiring story of how he launched his art business, Happy Abstract Art. This is your opportunity to ask him questions about his innovative techniques and distinctive style. Plus, experience the artwork like never before with blacklight flashlights provided for viewing. Explore more about Henry Groves’ captivating creations on his art page
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Special Event: Part of the Friend's Program Series | |
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Hidden Mountains
Thursday, November 14th
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Periodical Room
Survival and Reckoning after a climb gone wrong.
The story of a climbing adventure gone wrong in a remote Alaskan Mountain Range, the impossible rescue attempt that followed, and the fraught cost of survival.
Local author Michael Wejchert is a writer and a climbing guide. He has climbed rock, ice, and alpine routes all over the world. Michael writes about climbing and adventure for Alpinist, Adventure Journal, Climbing, and the New York Times.
Michael Wejchert will personalize and sign his books. Hidden Mountains will be available for purchase. This program is brought to you by the Friends of the Library and is part of their program series.
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LFG: Looking for Group
Monday, November 18th
Third Monday per month
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Ham Room
On the third Monday of each month, from 5-7 pm drop in to collect, strategize, play, read, and meet others interested in LFG games. Looking for Group (LFG) is a place for tabletop gamers to organize groups for games they love to play, including Magic the Gathering.
This group is a place where new players can feel welcome and encouraged. Countless worlds and realms await to be conquered in tactical gameplay or discovered in the chapters of gripping novels. All experiences & interest levels are welcome.
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Warhammer Alliance
November 14th - November 27th
Second Thursday & Last Wednesday
5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Periodical Room
Warhammer is more than a game – it’s a hobby and has something for everyone. Whether you like assembling stunning collections, building intricate models, or showing off their creativity through painting, it’s all here!
All experience and interest levels are welcome!
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Game Club
Thursdays
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ham Room
You're invited to join Caitlin and Brenda's Game Club every Thursday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Ham Room.
This event is for adults with intellectual disabilities to get together and play board games, card games, and/or work on jigsaw puzzles, etc. Each participant must be accompanied by a support person and may bring lunch if they choose.
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Book Discussion Group
Monday, November 18th
First Monday of each month
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Periodical Room
Join the Conway Public Library's Book Group every third Monday to discuss the book of the month. For November, the book choice is Accountable: The Ture Story of a Racist Social Media Account and the Teenagers Whose Lives It Changed by Dashka Slater. Extra copies will be available behind the front desk.
Also in November, any suggestions for next year picks, please have them ready by the last book club meeting. The suggestions can be sent to Jodi at this email bookclub@conwaypubliclibrary.org
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Fall Storytimes to Mark on Your Calendars | |
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Tiny Tots Tuesday
Tuesday Mornings
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ham Room
Join Tessa at storytime for babies and toddlers with their caregivers (siblings are always welcome too!) in the Ham Room. Explore stories, songs, various activities and all-around fun each week.
All are welcome!
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Wednesday Wonders
Wednesday Mornings
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ham Room
Children ages 3-5 with their caregivers and siblings are invited to join Tessa for stories, songs, a variety of activities, and all-around fun every Wednesday. Free!
All are welcome!
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Once Upon A Story Hour
November 21st
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Children's Room
The Conway Public Library is excited to host Mary Poppins for a special Thanksgiving-themed visit this November. The event will explore different ways people celebrate Thanksgiving and will be followed by a corn husk doll-making activity after storytime.
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After School Programs ~ 4:00 pm | |
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Minecraft - Thursdays
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration Filled
Ham Room
Participants will collaborate to build their own civilization in Minecraft Survival!
While attending every week isn't required, we ask participants who register plan to attend as many program dates as possible.
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Vex Robotics Club - Tuesdays
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Drop-in
Ham Room
Unleash your creativity every Monday at 4:00 pm in the Ham Room! Design, build, and program your own robots in the VEX Robotics & 3D Printing Club. Open to grades 3 and up—no experience needed! No sign-up required. Don’t miss out on the fun!
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Keep an Eye out ~ Cook's Memorial Library. | |
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Westlaw Database Access for Legal Research!
Cook's Memorial Library
93Tamworth, NH
Westlaw database access for legal research at Cook Memorial Library
Thanks to the New Hampshire Law Library, non-attorneys or attorneys not working on behalf of a client can get remote access to Westlaw, a premier legal research database closer to home at the Cook Memorial Library in Tamworth. Access is provided at the library on one of the library's public computers.
More details and instructions can be found at
https://courts-state-nh-us.libguides.com/c.php?g=991853&p=7176117#s-lg-box-wrapper-35025732.
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Some Spotlights at the Library | |
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HEB Engineers, Inc. ~ Thank you!
HEB Engineers, Inc., is an award-winning firm that provides civil engineering, structural engineering, and surveying services throughout northern New England.
HEB is built upon the pillars of integrity, expertise, community, and communication.
As part of its 50th-anniversary celebrations, HEB honored its founders, Ed Bergeron and Doug Burnell, for their remarkable contributions to HEB and the local community. To reflect the values they’ve instilled in us—integrity, service, and commitment to the community—we recently presented $5,000 donations to two local non-profits chosen by Ed and Doug.
Doug chose Friends of Conway Public Library to support the Library Park project, which is focused on revitalizing the park next to the library into a welcoming public space that better meets the community’s needs.
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New Copier Machine - Same Location!
Experience the convenience of our new copier! You can easily connect any electronic device to the library's Wi-Fi and print your documents.
When making copies, you can choose between vibrant colors and classic black-and-white options. However, the copier defaults to color.
Pricing goes by the number of pages:
Black & White Copies: $0.25 Color Copies: $0.50
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Festival of Trees
November 29th - December 7th
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Settler's Green North Conway NH
The Festival of Trees is the most magical and joyous holiday event in the Mount Washington Valley. Enjoy a holiday tradition featuring over 125 beautifully and creatively decorated trees, mini-trees, and wreaths created by community organizations, businesses, school children, families, and individuals.
Thanks to Settlers Green Outlet Village, our generous primary sponsor, this event transforms into a dazzling wonderland of holiday magic. Join us on the Friday after Thanksgiving and enjoy two consecutive weekends of festive cheer. Don’t miss the "Community Night Celebration at the Festival of Trees" on Wednesday, December 4th, from 4 pm to 8 pm. Mark your calendars for the exciting tree drawing on Sunday, December 8th—be part of this remarkable holiday experience!
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Northern New Hampshire Library Cooperative Common Borrower Card
Your Conway Public Library card also grants you access to materials at the 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 admittance to programs, use of public access computers, or to borrow 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
Mon, Tue, Thurs 9-2 pm
Wed 3-8 pm
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