|
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) |
|
Library Closings in February!
We will be closed in honor of President's Day!
|
|
Wadleigh Library Trustees
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, February 16th
7:00pm-8:30pm |
|
Friends of the Library
Next meeting:
Wednesday, Feb 17th
7:00pm
New members are always welcome! |
|
Did a friend forward you a copy of our newsletter? Why not sign up for your own monthly copy Today! |
|
"Annie Freeman's
Fabulous Traveling Funeral"
by: Kris Radish
Annie Freeman, left one final request, a traveling funeral, & she wants the most important women in her life as pallbearers. From Sonoma to Manhattan, Katherine, Laura, Rebecca, Jill, & Marie will carry Annie's ashes to the special places in her life. At every stop there's a surprise encounter & a small miracle waiting. They share their deepest secrets--broken hearts & second chances, missed opportunities & new beginnings. And as they grieve over what they've lost, they discover how much is still possible if only they can unravel the secret Annie left them.
 |
|
"An epic exploration of the complicated terrain between best friends-one who chooses marriage and motherhood while the other opts for career and celebrity." Amazon Editors
|
|
Sat. Feb 6 - 10am-12pm
Sun. Feb 7 - 1:30-4pm
Children & their families are invited to come to
the Children's Room to create cards for all of
their special valentines. Registration is not necessary.
|
|
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! | |
|
Welcome to the Wadleigh Memorial Library monthly newsletter. February is upon us and although the snow and cold can make life a challenge at times, at least the days are getting longer and the sun is warmer! Enjoy the crisp beautiful days, make a snowman, go skiing or just take the dog for a walk.
This month we have a wide range of unique programs including special children's programs during school vacation week, a Young Adult Olympian's Party, first of a new 3 part Travel Series, Preserving Memories and The Many Faces of Facebook. You will also see the announcement of this years Big Read program; reading the book "To Kill a Mockingbird".
Finally it is tax time and the Wadleigh Library is an official Tax Form Outlet with many of the forms and instructions you will need. Also the AARP Tax Assistance program is holding sessions at the Wadleigh Library twice a week, specific details are provided below.
So take a look and enjoy our February Newsletter! |
Wadleigh Library - Architectural Contest
The Winners Are . . . .
The 2010 AIANH Intern/Young Architect Design Competition results are in. Their project was to design a renovation and addition to the Wadleigh Memorial Library in Milford, NH. As we mentioned in last months newsletter, the results would be announced in January.
The final decision was made by a board of three Jurors; Bill Schoonmaker AIA, Schoonmaker Architects, Durham, NH; Leslie Thomas AIA, Thomas Bracy Architects, PLLC, Concord, NH and Michelle Sampson, Director, Milford Library, Milford, NH.
The winner of the competition was Brian Murphy AIA and Alyssa Murphy AIA. Jury Comments: This submission proposed a building expansion to the east, thus creating an interesting massing strategy and a novel and thoughtfully located exterior amphitheater. The design created a nice spatial progression from each of the three building entries; the historic entry, the main library entry, and the children's library entry. Overall, this proposal solved programmatic, siting, and massing issues most successfully. The "books-on-shelf" imagery was quite engaging, as well. A very nice and well-developed presentation.
The competition was open to all architectural interns and architects within five years of registration, living or working in New Hampshire. For the competition specifications and images of all entries go to: aia nh winners.
Winning Plan
|
|
New Software To Enhance Public Computer Use!
The Wadleigh Library will be implementing a new print and time management system for our public computer usage. EnvisionWare is a tool that will optimize computer usage, insuring patrons equitable time on the computers. Patrons will be able to manage their computer time efficiently with less staff involvement. This tool also manages print jobs, providing patrons with more control over the exact number of pages to print, minimizing the amount of scrap paper produced.
Keep your eyes open, we will be posting information about the upgrade this month. We are very excited to be able to offer this new technology to our patrons.
|
 AARP Tax Aide
Tuesdays 2/2 - 4/13 9:30am-2:00pm
Thursdays 2/4 - 4/15 4:00pm-6:30pm
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers, trained in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will offer help with personal income tax returns at the Wadleigh Library beginning on Tuesday, February 2nd from 9:30am -2:00pm and Thursday from 4:00pm to 6:30pm, as well as the Wilton Town Hall on Thursdays From 2:30pm to 6:00pm.
Everyone is welcome, you do not need to be a member of AARP or a retiree to use this service. |
|
 Adventure Travels with Linda & Bryan Higgs
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm
February 24th - Alaska/Yukon Curise & Land Tour
March 17th - Norwegian Coastal Voyage
April 21st - Tanzania Safari
Come along with Linda and Bryan Higgs on three exhilarating travel adventures: Follow them on their nineteen day Alaska/Yukon cruise and land tour. Then share their experiences on an eleven day Norwegian Coastal Voyage. Finally, join them on an eight day safari in Tanzania, including a balloon ride over the Serengeti.
Each of these presentations consists of videos, still photos, text, and audio, and lasts about an hour. They each attempt to convey an impression of what it was like to be there -- in other words, the experience, not merely a slide show. Linda and Bryan will be available for a question and answer session following each presentation.
Sign up today for the February 24th Alaska/Yukon program, registration is recommended! OR
Sign up for all three programs.
Grizzly Bears in Denali Park |
 Computers in the LibraryBasic Skills
Mondays, 6:30pm-7:30pm
February 1st & February 8th
Want to learn how to find stuff in a library? Join us to learn how to search the library catalog and other library resources and really what you're looking for!
|
 The Big Read:
New Hampshire Reads
To Kill a Mockingbird
Plan for programs coming in March!
The Wadleigh Memorial Library is pleased to announce that during March 2010 we will be part of The Big Read: New Hampshire Reads To Kill a Mockingbird. This is a statewide project of the Center for the Book at the NH State Library which will include hundreds of "Big Read" events throughout the state.
The Wadleigh Memorial Library Morning Book Group will hold a public discussion of the novel on Thursday March 11 at 10 am. At 12 noon all are invited to attend a Community Pot-Luck luncheon which will feature food and Southern cooking described in the novel. On Tuesday March 23 at 7 pm the role of the defense attorney in American society will be discussed. On Sunday March 14 at 4:30 pm the classic film To Kill a Mockingbird with Gregory Peck will be shown at the Wilton Town Hall Theatre. On Tuesday March 30 at 7 pm. New Hampshire Humanities Council scholar Jennifer Lee will facilitate a discussion of the novel. Our final program will take place on Tuesday April 13 at 7 pm. when UNH Prof. J. William Harris will talk about The Deep Souths: Delta, Piedmont, and Sea Island Society in the Age of Segregation.
 The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) that gives communities the opportunity to come together & read, discuss & celebrate one of 30 selections from U.S. & world literature. In New Hampshire, the program is organized by the Center for the Book at the New Hampshire State Library. The Center for the Book chose to focus on To Kill a Mockingbird because of its relevant themes of standing up for what is right, relationships between the races, courage, justice & more. |
 Preserving Memories: Maintaining Family Photographs and MemorabiliaTuesday, February 16th @ 7pm
Join Melissa Mannon, Professional Archivist, for a free workshop on caring for family treasures. Photographs, papers and memorabilia, can be passed on from generation to generation, with minimal damage, once you know how. Learning what causes different kinds of materials to deteriorate, participants will learn how to identify, preserve and document these items of family history so they have a better chance of lasting through the years.
Ms. Mannon, owner of ArchivesInfo, has assisted people in caring for their historical materials and personal records for fifteen years. At previous programs, participants have enthusiastically shared their stories in an atmosphere similar to Antiques Roadshow, History buffs this is for you!
Participation is limited to sign up today! Registration for this program can be done online at the Wadleigh Library Online Calendar or by calling the library at 673-2408. |
 The Many Faces of Facebook
Monday, February 22 @ 6:30pm
Have you wanted to set up your own facebook page or do you have your own page but are wondering about security and which applications to use?
Join Officer Mark Pepler, from the Milford Police Department as he discusses "the many faces of Facebook, a look into the safety and privacy of the country's largest networking site." There will opportunities to ask questions at the end of the program.
This program is open to adults and young adults.
A New Hampshire native Officer Pepler has been the juvenile officer with the Milford Police Department since October of 2006. He is a graduate of the 32nd session of the New Hampshire Police Academy. During his thirty three years of law enforcement experience he has served with the Concord, Boscawen, & Wilton Police Departments, and the Merrimack County Sheriff's Office (Concord, NH). He has sixteen years of police prosecutorial experience and over thirteen years as a juvenile officer and child abuse investigator. He also serves as the Milford Police Department's gang officer. Officer Pepler is certified as an advanced court prosecutor, a child abuse investigator, and decipherer of graffiti. |
 Acoustic Cafe:
Saturday, February 20th @ 7:30pm
Please join us as we celebrate 10 years of Acoustic Cafe!
This month we feature cajun and zydeco dance music of Louisiana, Tex-Mex, and original tunes from the Crawdad Wranglers Trio. 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. |
Valentine's Day Raffle &
Wadleigh Library Gifts
Stop by the library & enter to win a fabulous basket of chocolate!
What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day!
Tickets are 2 for $1 or 15 for $5.
Drawing is Saturday, Feb 13th
Need a gift for a friend or want to treat yourself, purchase a canvas book bag or baseball cap with the Wadleigh Logo on them. We also have beautiful wooden inlaid bookmarks and note cards for sale.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Wadleigh Library | |
 "Chicks with Sticks" Teen Book Club
Thursday, February 4th @ 3:00pm
By: Kristin Cashore
In a world where some people are born with extreme and often-feared skills called Graces, Katsa struggles for redemption from her own horrifying Grace, the Grace of killing, and teams up with another young fighter to save their land from a corrupt king.
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, Feb. 9th @ 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 Club will not be meeting this month! |
Olympians Party
Wednesday, Feb. 24th @ 3:00pm
Celebrate the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series at our Olympians Party! Which Greek god will claim you? Write your name in Ancient Greek! Taste the nectar of the gods! Show off your knowledge of mythology!
This program is open to grades 4-8. REGISTRATION REQUIRED and LIMITED to 15 participants. |
 February Vacation Activities
Pajama Storytime
Monday, Feb. 22nd @ 6:30pm
Children of all ages are invited to come in their
pajamas for stories, songs & Fun.
No Registration Required. Puzzlemania
 Tuesday, February 23rd @ 4pm Children ages 6 and up are invited to test their
puzzle-making skills. Teams will be organized & scores will be kept. A good time is Guaranteed!
Make and Take Winter Craft
Thursday, Feb. 25th 11am-7pm
This is for children of all ages!
No Registration Required.
Books & Breakfast for 3rd & 4th Graders
 Friday, Feb. 26th 10:00-11:15am
Bring along a favorite book and
a breakfast treat to share.
Call the Library @ 673-2408 or go online to
|
 Winter Story Times
Baby Lapsit for Newborn - 18 Months
Wednesdays; February 3rd, 10th, 17th
Time: 10:00am
Older and younger siblings are welcome.
No Registration Required.
Toddler Time for 18 - 24 Months
Mondays; February 1st, 8th
Time: 10:00am
Older and younger siblings are welcome.
No Registration Required.
Sharing Words Together for 2 - 3½ Year-Olds
Mondays; February 1st, 8th
Time: 10:30am
No Registration Required.
Story Times for 3½ - 6 year-olds
Wednesdays; Feb 3rd, 10th, 17th @ 1pm
Thursdays; Feb 4th, 11th, 18th @10am
|
PAWS To Read 
Saturday, Feb 13th
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....
We hope you will take advantage of Your great public library. Stop in soon to see the latest books, magazines, music and movies we look forward to seeing you!
From all of us at the Wadleigh Library, have a great month!
Your Friends at the
Wadleigh Memorial Library |
|
Quote of the Month:
"I have often thought that nothing would do more extensive good at small expense than the establishment of a small circulating library in every county, to consist of a few well-chosen books, to be lent to the people of the country under regulations as would secure their safe return in due time."
President Thomas Jefferson in a letter to John Wyche,
May 19, 1809. | |
|
