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Wadleigh Memorial Library
49 Nashua Street
Milford, NH 03055
603-673-2408
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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Wadleigh Library Trustees
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Friends of the Library
New members are always welcome! |
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Morning Book
Group
Thursday, May 12
@ 10am
by Christopher Nicholson
Books will be available at the Circulation Desk. Contact Judy at the library 673-2408 with questions. |
Evening Book Group
Tuesday, May 24th
@ 7pm
The Imperfectionists
by Tom Rachman
Copies are available at the circulation desk. Newcomers are always welcome. |
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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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 Teen Book Clubs
Chicks with Sticks
May 5th @ 3:00 p.m.
This month's selection is
The Nature of Jade by Deb Caletti.
Bring your current knitting project and enjoy some snacks and discussion about the book. New members and beginning knitters welcome!
Copies are available on the teen display. Chicks with Sticks is for grades 7 & up.
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April 21st @ 3:30pm
This month's selection is
by Madeline L'Engle
Enjoy some pizza while discussing the book! Copies are available on the teen display. Pizza & Pages is for 5th grade & up.
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Finally things are looking green! Check out this month's free programming available for adults, teens, and children. We have lots of offerings even as we gear up for Summer Reading! |
AARP Low Income Property Tax Rebate Assistance
Tuesdays, May 3 & 10
9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
No appointments necessary. First come, first served. |
Motorcycling from
New Hampshire to South America
Tuesday, May 10th @ 7:00 PM
In October 2009, Ben Slavin left his home in Hooksett, NH in search of adventure. Over the course of 6 months, he rode his motorcycle 23,000 miles through 15 countries until he reached the southernmost city in the world - Ushuaia, Argentina.
Join Ben as he shares photos and stories from his amazing ride. Register today!
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 Gardening for Small Spaces
Tuesday, May 24
from 6:30-8:00pm
(The final part of our 3-part series)
Presented By:
Marcy Stanton, UNH Cooperative Extension Master Gardener
Colette Joyce, Master Gardener Intern
If you are an aspiring gardener with not so much space to garden, an experienced gardener with acres to contemplate or anything between, this series of workshops can help you get started on your garden. Although we will focus on growing in small spaces, you will be able to apply the concepts to any garden space.
This session: Putting it all together & growing throughout the season
Now that you done all the planning and preparation, spring is here, and you are ready to plant! This session will include tips on planting, fertilizing, pest management and maintenance of your containers and gardens.
Register online or call the library at 673-2408.
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Teen Craft:
Studded Cuff Bracelets
Tuesday, May 17
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | AV Room
This stylish bracelet is great for guys & girls. All materials provided.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED and limited to 15. Registration begins May 1.
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Teen Volunteer Club
May 4th & 25th | 2:30 - 4:30 PM
A drop-in teen volunteer group will be meeting the first and third Wednesday every month at the library for 2 hours to help with various activities. Volunteer tasks may include:
· Cleaning children's books
· Dusting / cleaning shelves
· Shelf reading / inventory
· Moving books
· Preparation for library programs
· Gardening or outdoor work
· Organizing the book sale room
If you need to complete community service hours, this is a perfect opportunity! You are not required to come every week. Please bring any paperwork you need signed for credit for your community service hours. Recommendations for college or work are possible for teens who volunteer on a regular basis.
Teen Volunteer Service will be directly supervised by the teen librarian. You must be age 14 and older to participate, in accordance with US Department of Labor Child Labor Bulletin 101 WH-1330.
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Teen Writing Club Thursday, May 12 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM
We will free-write for the first half hour or so, then read aloud (you can bring in anything you've been working on at home for this part). If you're stuck in your writing, I will have some fun writing exercises for you! |
Anime Geeks R Us Anime Club Tuesday, May 10 | 3:15 - 4:30 PM
Hang out and discuss your favorite anime or manga series and participate in related games and activities. |
 Wii Wednesdays
Wednesday, May 11th
2:30 - 4:30 PM
Two hours of gaming with the Wii, PS2, and other wireless (board) games! You are welcome to bring your DS, PSP, or any games (rated T or lower) to play. Snacks provided. |
 Donations Needed! The Children's Room is still looking for donations of small Lego pieces (we have more than enough DUPLO) to support our family Lego programs. In particular, children are always looking for more Lego people to add to their creations. |
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Music & More with Miss Krishna
Tuesday, May 17
Miss Krishna is back with music, movement and more for little ones.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and begins TUESDAY, MAY 3.
There will be three sessions:
10:00-10:30: Birth - 18-month-olds
10:30-11:00: 18 - 36-month-olds
11:00-11:30: 3- & 4-year-olds
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Spring Story Times With
Miss Joan & Miss MaryBeth!
 Baby Lapsit (Birth - 18 months) Wednesdays @ 10-11am May 4,11,18,25 We'll read together, bounce, tickle, blow bubbles and have lots of fun from 10-10:30, then it's "stay & play" from 10:30-11. No Registration Required.
Just for the 18month-24month olds
Mondays Only @ 10:00 -11am
May 2, 9, 16, 23
We'll read together, sing and more from 10-10:30 & then it's "stay & play" from 10:30-11am.
No Registration Required.
Just for the 2-3 1/2 year olds Mondays Only @ 10:30am May 2, 9 16, 23 We'll read stories, do fingerplays, dance & more.
No Registration Required.
Older & younger siblings are welcome at any of the above story times. Story School for 3 1/2-6 year olds
Wednesdays @ 1:00pm
May 4, 11
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Thursdays @ 10:00am
May 5, 12
We'll listen to stories, have lots of fun & do a theme-related craft. Registration Required!
Your child must be 4 years old by June 2011 in order to participate in Story School.
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PAWS To Read
Saturday, May 14th
10:30am-12:00 pm
Ali, Koda, Molly, Lily & 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.
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