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Wadleigh Memorial Library
49 Nashua Street
Milford, NH 03055
603-673-2408
Hours
Mon - Thurs 9:30 - 8:30
Friday 9:30 - 5
Saturday 9 - 1
Sunday 1 - 5 (Sep - May) |
  
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Wadleigh Library Trustees
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, January 15
7 p.m. |
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Friends of the Library
Next Meeting:
Wednesday, January 23
7 p.m.
Would you like to help support the fundraising efforts of the Friends?
Call Jill at 603-860-6639 for more information or to volunteer time. |
Suggestions or Feedback
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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Happy New Year!
Here's what's happening at the Wadleigh in January. We look forward to seeing you in 2013. |
Acoustic Cafe
Atwater-Donnelly
Saturday, January 19
Every performance is surprisingly different and always entertaining, exciting and educational with the award-winning duo Atwater-Donnelly, who provide a unique and thrilling blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and dance, along with original songs and poetry.
Doors Open @ 7 PM ~ Performance @ 7:30 PM ~ Admission is Free!
The Acoustic Café is a library-sponsored program showcasing regional acoustic musicians. Open to the public, it is held the 3rd Saturday from October thru April in a smoke-free intimate environment.
The Acoustic Café is also supported by the Friends of the Library. All proceeds from coffee and refreshment sales benefit the café and the library. |
Holiday Reminder
The Library will be closed on December 31st & January 1 for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Happy New Year!
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Morning Book Group
Thursday, January 10
10 a.m.
A.V. Room
This month's selection is Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake by Anna Quindlen.
 In this irresistible memoir, the #1 "New York Times" bestselling author writes about her life and the lives of women today, looking back and ahead--and celebrating it all--as she considers marriage, girlfriends, our mothers, faith, loss, all that stuff in our closets, and more.
Copies will be available for checkout at the Library. All are welcome, please join us! |
Evening Book Group
Tuesday, January 22
7 p.m.
 Our selection for this month is Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson
"In a sweeping narrative that follows Franklin's life from Boston to Philadelphia to London and Paris and back, Isaacson chronicles the adventures of the spunky runaway apprentice who became, during his 84-year life, America's best writer, inventor, media baron, scientist, diplomat, and business strategist, as well as one of its most practical and ingenious political leaders." Amazon Editors.
All are welcome. |
Discovering New England
Stone Walls
Tuesday, January 29
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Keyes Meeting Room
 Kevin Gardner, author of The Granite Kiss,will talk about the history, technique, stylistic development, and aesthetics of stone walls in New England. He explains how and why New England came to acquire its thousands of miles of stone walls, the ways in which they and other dry stone structures were built, how their styles emerged and changed over time, and their significance to the famous New England landscape. Other topics may include: differences in approach between historical and contemporary wall-builders, a discussion of restoration tips and techniques, and information about design, acquisition of materials, preservation, and analysis. There is always a generous question-and-answer period, during which listeners are encouraged to bring up specific problems or projects on their own properties. Along the way, Kevin occupies himself building a miniature wall or walls on a tabletop, using tiny stones from a five-gallon bucket. He will bring along his collection of books about stonework, and copies of The Granite Kiss will be available for purchase and signing. |
eReader & Gadget Forum
Wednesday, January 30
7 p.m.
Keyes Meeting Room
Have you recently acquired a Kindle, Nook, iPad, or other gadget? Did you know you can borrow downloadable eBooks and Audiobooks from our library? Learn how to make the most of your new eReader, exchange ideas with other eReader owners, and ask your questions of our staff who use their Nooks, Kindles and iPads for downloadable books. |
Spanish Conversation Group
Tuesdays
7 - 8 p.m.
Conference Room
Do you want to practice your Spanish? Here's your opportunity with this new, drop-in group that is just starting up. Join Sandra Pleisch to brush up on your Spanish language skills or have a chance to use your Spanish. If you have an interest in using the Spanish language, you're just the person we're looking for, so come on down! |
Knit 1, Crochet 2
1st and 3rd Mondays of every Month
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Keyes Meeting Room
Are you looking for other yarn addicts? Do your Monday nights seem dull? Look no further! Don't have a project in mind? Can't seem to finish that scarf for Grandma? Or are you a complete beginner with an itch to stitch? Bring your project in & be inspired; if you're a beginner, your local craft store can help you select a project & requisite supplies. There will be no formal instruction but 'knitwits' are a helpful bunch and love to indoctrinate the uninitiated into the cult of knitting. Tea, helpful company & oodles of knitting books will be served. |
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Teen Book Clubs
Chicks with Sticks
 1st Thursday of the Month
January 3, 3 p.m.This month's selection is The Reminder by Rune Michaels. 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. Pizza & Pages
 3rd Thursday of the Month
January 17, 3:30 p.m. This month's selection is Bluefish by Pat Schmatz. Enjoy some pizza while discussing the book! Copies are available on the teen display. Pizza & Pages is for grades 5 & up. |
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Monthly Teen Programs
Dr. Who Fan Club
1st Tuesday of the month
No Meeting in January -- See you February 5
Join others who share your obsession for Dr. Who for snacks and discussion. Interested but can't make it? Email wadleighya@gmail.com.
Anime Geeks R Us Anime Club
2nd Tuesday of the month
Tuesday, January 8
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Hang out and discuss your favorite anime or manga series and participate in related games and activities.
Wii Wednesdays
2nd Wednesday of the month
Wednesday, January 9
2:45 - 4:30 p.m.
2 hours of gaming on the Wii & PS2, as well as other wireless (board) games! Bring your DS, PSP, and any games rated T or lower to share. |
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Book Club for Grades 2 & 3
Monday, January 7
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Book clubs aren't just for grown-ups! Come join Miss Trina for a lively book discussion, games and a snack.
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Mad Science
Friday, January 11
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
 Come join Miss Trina for some fun hands-on scientific investigation! This month we will be using toothpicks and gumdrops to make geodesic shapes and structures. For students in grades 2-5.
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Paws to Read
Saturday, January 12
10:30 a.m. - noon
Children's Room
Read to a DOG? Not just any dog....
Certified Therapy Pets are a wonderful way to encourage reluctant readers and children having difficulties with reading to become more confident in their ability to read. The use of Therapy Pets in hospitals, rehabilitation centers and nursing homes has been shown to decrease anxiety, lower blood pressure and promote relaxation; the same premise applies to children with reading difficulties.
 For those children who cannot yet read on their own, parents & caregivers are invited to read with their children. In order to guarantee your spot, you must register for each session.
Registered children should arrive during the advertised time span and will read to the dog of their choice for approximately 15-20 mins. |
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Book Club for Grades 4 & 5
Monday, January 21
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Book clubs aren't just for grown-ups! Come join Miss Trina for a lively book discussion, games and a snack.
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 Lego Party
Third Thursday
Every Month
4 - 6 p.m.
Create amazing buildings, boats, whatever you want with Legos! We provide the Legos, you provide the imagination. |
Baby Lapsit for newborns - 18 monthsWednesdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Keyes Meeting Room
Join us for tickles, giggles, stories and fun. Then stay and play with all of your friends.
No registration required. |
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Storytime for 18-24 month-olds
 Mondays, 10 - 10:30 a.m.
Children's Room
Children ages 18 - 24 months are welcome to come and listen to stories, sing songs, and maybe even dance a little!
No registration required. |
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Storytime for 2-3 1/2 year-olds
 Mondays, 10:30 - 11 a.m.
Children's Room
We'll listen to stories, sing, dance and have lots of fun. No registration necessary. Older and younger siblings are welcome.
No registration required. |
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Storytime for 4 to 6-Year-Olds
Wednesdays, 1 - 2 p.m. OR Thursday 10 - 11 a.m.
Keyes Meeting Room
 A fun-filled hour of stories, songs and dancing, followed by an amazingly awesome craft!
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