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Cloverfield: 2008
Tuesday, August 19 at 5:45pm
PG-13 - 85 mins
“My name is Robert Hawkins. It’s 6:42 AM on Saturday, May 23rd. Approximately seven hours ago, some… thing attacked the city. I don’t know what it is.”
Cloverfield is a 2008 American found footage monster horror film directed by Matt Reeves and written by Drew Goddard. It stars Lizzy Caplan, Jessica Lucas, T.J. Miller (in his film debut), Michael Stahl-David, Mike Vogel, and Odette Yustman. In the film, six friends attempt to flee from a monster which attacks New York City. An optional discussion will follow the screening of the film. Registrations encouraged but not required. Register here.
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Meet Jane Healey, author
The Women of Arlington Hall
Wednesday, August 20 at 6:00 pm
Bestselling historical fiction author Jane Healey will discuss the history behind her new novel, The Women of Arlington Hall, in which a female codebreaker puts her future and her heart on the line in a stirring novel about love, loyalty, betrayal, and Cold War spy games. This novel is inspired by the true stories of the trailblazing female codebreakers in Washington, D.C. during the early years of the Cold War.
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Caregiver Cafe Pop-Up
Thursday, August 28 1:00 - 2:00pm
Cornerstone VNA invites all family caregivers to join them for an afternoon of support, education, and conversation. No registration required. They meet at the Library every 4th Thursday of each month.
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Healing From Grief
with Helen Fernald and Aria Amos
Thursday, August 28
6:30 - 7:30pm
Helen, local photographer, teacher and grief recovery memoirist, lost her mother suddenly when Helen was only forty. Heartbroken and entrenched in grief, she began to write letters to her mother. To her surprise, those letters helped Helen create a new loving connection, as well as lasting peace and renewed joy. Helen is passionate about sharing her message that grief is real and we must learn to befriend our grief by giving it a voice.
After the loss of both parents, Aria found a passion in poetry. She believes her unique Australian upbringing shaped her into the person she is today. Her goal is to help others feel more seen and understood in their grief process.
Helen is the author of Love, Helen Letters to My Mother, Creating a Connection after Loss. Aria’s book of poetry is titled The Tears That Water My Growth. Both authors will have their books available for signing after the discussion.
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Mount Washington:
Home of the World's Worst Weather
with Drew Bush
Wednesday, September 10 at 6:00pm
Explore the early history of weather observation on Mount Washington all the way up to the cutting edge projects and programs Mount Washington Observatory undertakes today with Mount Washington Obdervatory’s Executive Director, Drew Bush.
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The State of New Hampshire's Birds
with Dr. Pamela Hunt
NH Audubon Senior Biologist
Tuesday, September 16 at 6pm
In the last 50 years, scientists estimate that North America has lost roughly 3 billion birds, meaning that there are only three quarters as many birds around as there used to be. New Hampshire Audubon has been tracking bird populations for almost as long, and in their “State of the Birds” report they present a summary of how birds are doing here in the Granite State. Almost 300 species occur regularly here, and this report outlines general population trends, major threats facing birds and their habitats, and some of the conservation strategies that might help them recover. The bad news is that birds are declining here as well. The good news is that there are things we can do about it.
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One-on-One Genealogy Help
Wednesdays 10am - 3pm
Email: BethFangmeyer@gmail.com or call 603-252-2917 to set up an appointment or for more information.
Irish Special Interest Group
Thursday, Sept. 11, 11:15am - 1pm
In person or via Zoom. For your Zoom invitation or for more information, please send a request to Norma at: genealogysignh@gmail.com
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Chair Yoga For Seniors
Jessica Harriman, Certified Yoga Instructor
Fridays 1:00 - 1:45 pm
August 15, 22, 29
September 5, 12, 26
Chair yoga offers a gentle and accessible way to improve flexibility, strength, and balance without putting undue strain on joints. Chair yoga can also help with pain management, stress reduction, and overall wellbeing.
Separate registration for each class is required. Online registration is now open for August classes. September registration opens on Friday, August 29. Visit our event calendar on our website to register or call us at 603-569-2428 for assistance. Classes fill up fast!
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The Fifth Season
by N.K. Jeminsin
Tuesday, September 2 at 6:00 pm
Winner of the Hugo Award for Best Novel 2016. Book 1 in the record-breaking triple Hugo-Award-winning trilogy. In a world where earth's power is weaponized, a woman with a secret ability searches for her kidnapped daughter amid global catastrophe and betrayal. Register here.
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The House of Mirth
by Edith Wharton
Tuesday, September 9 at 1:00 pm
The House of Mirth , published in 1905, provides a critical look at the social dynamics of New York's upper class at the turn of the 20th century. The story revolves around Lily Bart, a beautiful and intelligent young woman from a good family who lacks the financial resources to maintain her position in society. Lily's primary goal is to marry a wealthy man to secure her social and financial standing, but this goal clashes with her evolving sense of self and the restrictive expectations placed upon women in that era.
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With the Old Breed: At Peleliu and Okinawa
by Eugene Sledge
Wednesday, October 1 at 3:00pm
A new reading group/book club is forming around United States military history. Jointly sponsored by the Wright Museum and the Library, the group will meet at the library once a month starting in October. Copies of With the Old Breed will be available to check out beginning Monday, August 18.
“In all the literature on the Second World War, there is not a more honest, realistic or moving memoir than Eugene Sledge’s. This is the real deal, the real war: unvarnished, brutal, without a shred of sentimentality or false patriotism, a profound primer on what it actually was like to be in that war. It is a classic that will outlive all the armchair generals’ safe accounts of—not the ‘good war’—but the worst war ever.”—Ken Burns, historian and filmmaker
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Houseplant Swap
Saturday, October 4
10:00am - 1:00pm
Are your plants taking over your indoor space? Maybe you're ready for some new green friends? We're working on plans to host a houseplant swap in the fall where you'll have the opportunity to share healthy indoor plants or cuttings with others and pick up some new plants as well. If you have a green thumb and would like to help organize this event, or just have some ideas and suggestions, please give Joyce a call at 603-569-2428.
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Tech Tuesdays
Tuesdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mike, our IT Administrator will be available to help you solve your tech-related problems. Bring in your phone, tablet or other device. Please call in advance for an appointment.
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Cribbage for Everyone
Mondays at 1:00pm
Come and join others for a couple of hours of fun. Whether you are just learning the game or are an experienced player, you are welcome to join in.
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Weekly Mah Jongg
Thursdays at 1:00pm
Drop in for some fun and friendly competition, as you improve your game and meet new people.
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Weekly Drop-in Scrabble
Fridays 10:30am - noon
Looking for a little entertainment and a brain workout? Drop in our Bradley Room on Fridays to meet others for some fun rounds of this timeless board game.
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Coffee & Conversation
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am - noon
Community Center - 32 Lehner Street
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REGULAR LIBRARY HOURS
Monday – Wednesday 9:30 am to 7 pm
Thursday & Friday 9:30 am to 5 pm
Saturday 9:30 am to 3 pm
Closed Sunday
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