MAY 15, 2025

What's Happening at Your Library

INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSTING

Composting 101

with UNH Master Gardener

Shelly McGee

Thursday, May 15 at 5:30 pm


Shelly has been composting successfully for over 20 years. She’ll guide you through the process from start to finish, exploring different techniques to find a method that works for you. Her presentation will be enhanced by an optional field trip to the Food Pantry Garden at a later date to examine some composting options. You'll see firsthand how it’s used to grow fresh organic produce.


IT'S A WIN-WIN!


Friends of the Wolfeboro Library

Basket Raffle

Tickets on sale through June 5


Take a chance on one of six unique themed baskets assembled by the Friends of the Library. Tickets are just $2.00 each or three for $5.00. You might be a winner, and the Library is a guaranteed winner since all proceeds from the raffle go to fund programs, equipment, furniture and more. Basket themes include: Pasta Palooza, Week at Grandma's, Appetizer Happy Hour, Cheers to Beer, Wolfeboro Wonders and Game Night. Winning tickets will be drawn at the Book and Author Luncheon on June 6.



CIVIL WAR HISTORY



Through the Eyes of a Soldier:

A History of the Civil War as seen by

Battery L, First US Artillery, 1860-1855

Tuesday, May 29 at 6:30 pm

Robert Simmonds, author


Join Wolfeboro resident and author Robert Simmonds for a unique and personal look at Civil War history. Bob's great-grandfather served in Battery L before, during, and after the Civil War. Presented by the Lakes Region Genealogy Interest Group.



WILDLIFE PROGRAM

Black Bear Happenings

in New Hampshire

with wildlife steward

Don Allen

Wednesday, June 18 at 6:00 pm


Join Don Allen, wildlife steward from NH Fish & Game and learn about our local black bear population. Topics will include the natural history of the black bear, how interactions between black bears and humans have changed over the years, efforts to conserve the species, and how we can manage human/bear interactions to minimize harm to people and bears alike.



ART ON THE WALLS


Lakes Region Art Association

Members Exhibit

Month of May


We are pleased to host this special showing of works created by Lakes Region artists who are members of the Lakes Region Art Association. Stop in before the end of the month and check out over thirty works representing a wide range of styles and techniques.

LEARN A LANGUAGE



Mango Languages is a language learning tool that is free to all library cardholders and accessible anywhere with an internet connection. Mango offers 60 different languages, ESL/ELL, and American Sign Language. There's even a module called Little Pim specifically designed for young children. Check out our website to get started.

2nd TUESDAY BOOK DISCUSSION


I Was Anastasia

by Ariel Lawhorn

Tuesday, June 10 at 1:00 pm


In a fascinating feat of historical suspense, Ariel Lawhorn unravels the twists and turns in Anna Anderson's fifty-year battle to be recognized as Anna Romanov. Is she the Russian grand duchess, a beloved daughter and revered icon, or is she an imposter, the thief of another women's legacy? Copies are now available.


SPRING STORYTIMES

Toddler Time

Now through May 20

Tuesdays at 10:30 am


Preschool Storyhour

Now through May 22

Thursdays at 10:30 am


Join Youth Services Librarian, Jennifer MacLeod for storytime fun for toddlers ages 3 and under on Tuesdays, or for older preschool kids on Thursdays. Just drop in!


MYSTERY BOOK GROUP

Spirit Crossing

by William Kent Kreuger

Wednesday, May 28 at 1:00 pm


The disappearance of a local politician's daughter is major news in Minnesota. As a huge manhunt is launched, Cork O'Connor's grandson stumbles across the shallow grave of a young Ojibwe woman - but nobody seems interested. Nobody that is except Cork and the newly formed Ojibwe Tribal Police. Copies now available.


USING YOUR SMARTPHONE

Using Your Smartphone

Four-Class Series

Wednesdays June 4, 11, 18, 25

10:00 - 11:30 am

Don Campbell, instructor


In this four-class workshop you'll learn about managing apps, setting up email and voicemail, Google accounts, text messaging, managing photos and lots more. For android and iPhones. Please plan on attending all four classes. Space is limited. Register here.


TIME TO EXPLORE


Save $$$ on Museum

& Attraction Visits


Bedrock Gardens

Castle in the Clouds

Children's Museum of

New Hampshire

Clark Museum Complex

NH Historical Society Museum

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

Strawbery Banke

Wright Museum


Did you know that you can borrow passes for free or reduced admission to the institutions listed above with your Wolfeboro Library card? Check our website or the museums' websites for more information on opening dates and hours of operation. Then give us a call to reserve your pass. This program is funded by the Friends of the Wolfeboro Library.


IRISH GENEALOGY

Irish Special Interest Group

Tuesday, June 10

12:30 - 2:00 pm

In person and via Zoom


Have you hit a “brick wall” researching your Irish ancestors? This is a study group, so we brainstorm together! Topics we cover include:

  • Land records 
  • Immigration records
  • Arrivals in Canada and the U.S.
  • Helpful websites you can use in your research
  • Church records 
  • Civil records

For your Zoom invitation, please send a request to Norma at: genealogysignh@gmail.com

GENEALOGY WEDNESDAYS

One-on-One Genealogy Help

Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

through June 25


Get individual help with skilled volunteers from the Lakes Region Genealogy Interest Group. Please email BethFangmeyer@gmail.com or call 603-252-2917

to set up an appointment or for more information.



NEED TECH HELP?

Tech Tuesdays

Tuesdays 10:00 am - 5:00 pm


Our IT Adminstrator Mike will be available to help you solve your tech-related problems. Please call in advance for an appointment.

DROP-IN CRIBBAGE

Cribbage for Everyone

Mondays at 1:00 pm


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.

MAH JONGG MEET-UP

Weekly Mah Jongg

Thursdays at 1:00 pm


Drop in for some fun and friendly competition, as you improve your game and meet new people.



FRIDAY SCRABBLE

Weekly Drop-in Scrabble

Fridays 10:30 am - 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.

WOLFEBORO SENIOR EVENTS

Coffee & Conversation

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 am - Noon

Community Center - 32 Lehner Street


June Senior Lunch

Monday, June 9 Noon - 2:00pm

Register by June 6

Great Hall at Town Hall



LIBRARY HOURS

CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY MAY 26

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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