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Wadleigh Memorial Library
Wadleigh Memorial Library
49 Nashua Street
Milford, NH 03055
603-673-2408
www.wadleighlibrary.org
wadleigh@wadleighlibrary.org
Hours
Monday -Thursday 9:30-8:30
Friday 9:30-5:00
Saturday 9:00-1:00
Sunday 1:00-5:00 (Sept-May) |
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Library Closings in January!
Friday - January 1, 2010
We will be closed for New Year's Day!
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Wadleigh Library Trustees
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, January 19th 7:00pm-8:30pm |
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Friends of the Library
Next meeting:
Wednesday, January 20th
7:00pm
New members are always welcome! |
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by: Sarah Lawrence-Lightfoot
The Third Chapter tells of opportunities for creativity and self-fulfillment available to men and women between 50-75 years old.
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"American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House"
by: Jon Meacham
"Newsweek editor and bestselling author Meacham (Franklin and Winston) offers a lively take on the seventh president's White House years." Publishers Weekly
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Reminder! Registration for Winter Story Times will begin on Jan. 2nd.
All storytimes will begin the week of January 11th.
Register Now! |
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Suggestions or Feedback!
As always, it is important we receive feedback from our user community. If you have any suggestions for new library programs or feedback on our newsletter content or format, send us an email! | |
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Welcome to the Wadleigh Memorial Library monthly newsletter. This is our first newsletter of 2010; a new year & new decade.
Looking back on 2009 we saw some substantial physical changes made to the library such as providing new comfortable reading chairs, a new reference desk with more room for patrons to work with our reference librarians and a new adult computer area.
In 2010 we look forward to the results of proposals from young NH architects on building renovation/addition suggestions for future Wadleigh Library expansion. Check out the details of this exciting contest in our NEWS section below.
As always, all the changes made in the Wadleigh Library are done to benefit our patron's and the Milford Community!
Take a look at all the great programs we have running in January and be sure to mark your calendars.
Enjoy our January issue of the Newsletter! |
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Wadleigh Library - Architectural Contest
A few months back, the Wadleigh Library's building renovation/addition project was selected for the 2009 American Institute of Architects, NH Chapter, Young Architects Design Competition. The contest resulted in 5 submissions and while a winner has been chosen, it won't be announced until an awards banquet to be held on Friday, January 15th.
The entries are currently on display at the NHAIA gallery in Manchester for the next few weeks. Contest information can be found on their website. Once on the site, click on the top right tab, "Entries", to see the submissions.
In our February newsletter we will announce the winner of the competition. Stayed Tuned! |
 Computers in the LibraryBasic Skills
Informal classes to introduce library resources accessed through computers in the library and at home..Includes how to search the library catalog & online databases, and use social networking websites and Internet search engines effectively.
January 11th, January 17th, January 25th
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 Managing Money in Tough TimesTuesday, January 12th @ 7pm
Is it hard to pay your bills or save money? Is it hard talking to your household members about money? Are you looking for ideas to manage money in this economy? Sharon Cowen from UNH Cooperative Extension will teach you how to stretch your dollars and manage your debt by attending this free workshop.
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 Acoustic Cafe Featuring: Mottau, Drew & Clark
Saturday, January 16th @ 7:30pm
Please join us as we celebrate 10 years of Acoustic Cafe!
Tonight we welcome back Mottau, Drew & Clark--a local favorite featuring original ballads & ragtime tributes. The Acoustic Cafe series is very generously sponsored by the Friends & Trustees of the Wadleigh Library.
This program is free and open to all. Light refreshments will be available and all donations will benefit the Library.
Doors open @ 7pm; performance begins at 7:30pm. | |
 "Chicks with Sticks" Teen Book Club
Thursday, January 7th @ 3:00pm
By: Adeline Yen Mah
A riveting memoir of a girl's painful coming-of-age in a wealthy Chinese family during the 1940s. Adeline's affluent, powerful family considers her bad luck after her mother dies giving birth to her. Life does not get any easier when her father remarries. She and her siblings are subjected to the disdain of her stepmother, while her stepbrother and stepsister are spoiled. Although Adeline wins prizes at school, they are not enough to compensate for what she really yearns for - the love and understanding of her family.
Bring your current knitting project and join us for snacks and discussion. Beginning knitters and new members welcome! Copies are available on the teen display. |
 Animanga ClubTuesday, Jan. 12th @ 3:30pm
Hang out and discuss your favorite anime or manga series, participate in related games and activities, and create sketches of your favorite characters to share. |
 Teen Writing ClubFriday, Jan. 15th @ 3:30pm
Share your stories, poetry, and critiques, hang out, and live the writer's life. |
Teen American Idol Sing-Off 3
Tuesday, Jan. 19th @ 3:00pm
What will Simon say about you? Get a virtual answer to that question by coming to play the video game "American Idol Karaoke Revolution," a game where your voice is the controller! Compete in a simulated tournament where it's as fun to sing badly as it is to win. This program is for grades 6-12. |
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Teen Craft : Paper Lanterns
Friday, Jan. 27th @ 3:30pm
Learn how to create your very own working paper lantern! All materials will be provided.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED and LIMITED TO 10. All teen programs are for grades 6 & up unless otherwise noted. |
 Winter Story Times
Baby Lapsit for Newborn - 18 Months
Wednesdays; January 13th, 20th, 27th
Time: 10:00am
Older and younger siblings are welcome.
No Registration Required.
Toddler Time for 18 - 24 Months
Mondays; January 11th, 18th, 25th
Time: 10:00am
Older and younger siblings are welcome.
No Registration Required.
Sharing Words Together for 2 - 3½ Year-Olds
Mondays; Jan 11th, 18th, 25th
Time: 10:30am
No Registration Required.
Story Times for 3½ - 6 year-olds
Wednesdays; Jan 13th, 20th, 27th @ 1pm
Thursdays; Jan 14th, 21st, 28th @10am
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PAWS To Read 
Saturday, Jan. 9th
10:30am-11:45am
Children of any age who are able to read are invited to sign up to practice their reading skills with a Certified Therapy Dog. Ali, Koda, Molly, Scooter & our newest addition--Weezie--are area Therapy Dogs who with their owners, are volunteering their time to help children become better readers.
Readers can arrive any time between 10:30 and 11:30am to read to the dog of their choice for approximately 20 minutes. No specific time slots are needed but those who sign up will be guaranteed time to read for this month's session. You will need to sign up for each month's session. Please note that not all dogs will be available each month.
For more information, pick up a brochure at the Library or contact Michelle Sampson 673-2408. Milford cardholders only due to space/time restrictions. |
In Closing....
A new year and a new decade; let's all start afresh and make a positive difference, no matter how small we might think it is!
From all of us at the Wadleigh Library, Happy New Year, and may it be a great one!
Sincerely,
Your Friends at the
Wadleigh Memorial Library |
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Quote of the Month:
"We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day."
Edith Lovejoy Pierce | |
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