Do you ever feel like, “boy, I need a little cultural enrichment in my life right about now?” We certainly do and do we have a program for you! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 23rd at 5:00PM, when we will be hosting a New Hampshire Humanities virtual program: The Granite Gallows. As one of the last northeastern states with capital punishment still on the books and with its first person on death row since 1939, New Hampshire continues to struggle with this controversial issue. Chris Benedetto examines the history of the death penalty in New Hampshire and the major legal and social issues which challenged our predecessors, revealing that many of these issues still haunt us today. This is a Zoom event
Hope you have a great week and stay safe and warm!
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On the Librarian's Nightstand:
Black Buck
by Mateo Askaripour
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"Askaripour has created a skillfully written, biting, witty, and absurdist novel that sheds light on racism, start-up culture, corporate morality, media bias, gentrification, and many other timely, important themes. Askaripour is an author to watch.”
—Booklist, starred review
Other Books We're Reading:
Uncanny Valley
by Anna Wiener
A Stranger in Town
by Kelley Armstrong
Call The Midwife
by Jennifer Worth
The Devil and the Dark Water
by Stuart Turton
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Check out the wonderful art from Stephen Muniz in the exhibit area! |
Book Discussion
Thursday, February 25
1:00 – 2:00pm
This month's book is The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi, a vivid and compelling story of one woman's struggle for fulfillment in 1950s Jaipur. The discussion will be lead by Maria Suarez, and copies of the book are available at the front desk. Click here to sign up and join us on Zoom.
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This Week’s Book of the Week is ‘Luster’ by Raven Leilani. |
‘Luster’ serves as a brilliant look at a twenty-something woman’s early life and her struggles with professional development, sexual relationships, and her racial identity. With a clever wit and a keen examination of believing in one's own talent, this book is an interesting and at sometimes saucy read. At times awkward, sad, surprising, and exciting, this book was the top of many lists for a lot of good reasons. |
Viral Links of the Week
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Adult
Friends Meeting
Today, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Check Out An Expert
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Winter Wildlife Snowshoe Hike
Friday, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Molly Harper and Parks and Rec will lead a hike through Ramblin' Vewe Farm. Call the library to sign up and reserve a pair of snowshoes.
Pen Pals
Gilford Elementary School’s 3rd graders are excited to write letters to new friends, so if you are looking for a pen pal, sign-up at the Gilford Public Library or email the library library@gilfordlibrary.org for a Pen Pal today!
Children
Take and Make Craft: Snoopy Snow Globes
Wednesday
Stop by to pick up supplies for a take and make craft. First come, first serve. Ages 3 - 12
Mother Goose on the Loose (Virtual)
Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Maria on FB Live for nursery rhymes, songs, & a book for bonding time and building early literacy!
Ages 0-3.
Teens
Gilford Library Games
Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Join Hayden on TWITCH.TV for live interactive games.
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Did you know it can be easy to pin down where to watch your favorite shows and movies? While we at the library have a substantial collection of films and series to enjoy we can’t have everything. Committing to a streaming service can be a tough choice and there are only so many free trials before you run out. So, in service of that journey justwatch.com is an invaluable resource for finding out who has what and where to enjoy. By searching the site you can find out which streaming services have the material available, so you know where to go.
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Children's Corner
February vacation is next week and soon we can look forward to some spring weather. Vacation may not be what we have been dreaming of with limited options of activities. For that reason, we have partnered with Parks & Rec and Ooh La La Cakes in Laconia to bring an exciting activity Nailed It: Candy Explosion. Both adults and children will compete to recreate a masterpiece made by baker Chef Allen for a grand prize! Register here.
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Nature Corner: Avian Version of Survivor
On these bitterly cold, winter days, ever wonder how birds can survive in frigid temperatures?Especially, when considering that birds’ metabolic rates are much higher than ours and they have to burn more energy to keep warm.
Three main ways: Shiver, Fluff, Snuggle, Slow down
1. Shiver: Just like us, they shiver. In shivering, nerve impulses from the hypothalamus are sent to the skeletal muscles, bringing rapid contractions to generate heat, raising the body temperature.
2. Fluff: By fluffing their feathers, birds stay warm by trapping pockets of air around their bodies. The act of preening (cleaning) their feathers helps to keep them water resistant (with help from a special oil) and gives them a warm, inner layer.
3. Snuggle: small birds will cuddle together in shrubs, vines, and evergreen trees to share body warmth. Other birds who nest in cavities, like nuthatches, titmice and downy woodpeckers will use tree cavities and nest boxes to stay warm.
4. Slow down: Birds can also slow down their metabolic rate to conserve energy.
How can we help?
1. Provide high energy food like suet, peanuts and black oil sunflower seeds.
2. Install a heated bird bath helping to keep birds hydrated.
3. Shelter can be provided with roosting boxes.
4. Plant native species of fruit-bearing trees.
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