Wadleigh Memorial Library

Newsletter   December 2013   

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Adult Programs
Young Adult Programs
Children's Programs
Wadleigh Memorial Library

 

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Milford, NH 03055
603-249-0645  
 
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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, December 17
7 p.m.
Friends of the Library
Next Meeting:
No meeting scheduled for December
 
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.

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Wreaths Around the Wadleigh
3rd Annual Silent Auction 

Wreaths Around the Wadleigh Silent Auction

December 7 - 14
The Friends of the Wadleigh Library present the Third Annual Wreaths Around the Wadleigh Silent Auction.

 

Help support the Wadleigh Library and participate in a fun holiday event.

  

The wreaths will be on display and available for bids during library hours; Saturday, December 7th through Saturday, December 14th. Winners will be notified December 15th.

 

Let's make this a great community event!
Holiday Closings 

happy holidays

The Library will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24 and reopen at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 26 for the Christmas Holiday.

 

The Library will also close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31, for New Year's Eve.

Adult News
Find Your Way Around the Healthcare Law 
Tuesday, December 10
7 p.m. 


Whether you have health insurance or no coverage at all, find out what the new health care law means for you and your family. Join us to learn more about the law's benefits and protections and new coverage options. AARP of New Hampshire will present this informative program at the Wadleigh Library. Application Assisters from Harbor Homes will be available for for questions after the presentation.

 

Register now for this free event! 

Learn Social Networking and Job Search Skills 
Join Craig Clifton on Mondays in December from 10 to 12 noon to learn how to used LinkedIn to help you make contacts in the business world. 
 
Or meet with him on Friday, December 13 from 10 to 12 noon to work on a 30 second 'elevator speech'. This 'elevator speech' can be used in a variety of situations, including job interviews. 
 
On Friday, December 6 and Friday, December 20 from 10 to 12 noon, Craig will be teaching the basics of Social Networking, using Twitter, Facebook and other social networking sites.

 

Facebook Craig is a Veterans Advocate and is currently working on developing a Veterans employment program in Nashua, NH. Craig has been an instructor in many areas including computers, product merchandising, photography, and employment services.

 

These classes are free of charge. Call us at 249-0645 for more information, or visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule.

Spanish Conversation Group

Tuesdays
7 - 8 p.m.

Do you want to practice your Spanish? Here's your opportunity with this drop-in group. Join Sandra Pleisch to brush up on your Spanish language skills or to 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 over!

Knit 1, Crochet 2

1st and 3rd Mondays of each Month
 
 
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.  
knitting

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.

Young Adult News

Teen Book Club
 
Pizza & Pages
3rd Thursday of the Month
December 19, 3:30 p.m.

This month's selection: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

Summary: Once again, the Earth is under attack. An alien species is poised for a final assault. The survival of humanity depends on a military genius who can defeat the aliens. But who? Ender Wiggin is a brilliant, ruthless, cunning, a tactical and strategic master, and a child. Recruited for military training by the world government, Ender's childhood ends the moment he enters his new home: Battle School. How will Ender perform in real combat conditions? After all, Battle School is just a game. Isn't it?

 

Enjoy some pizza while discussing the book! Copies are available on the teen display. Pizza & Pages is for grades 5 & up.

Monthly Teen Programs

 

Dr. Who Fan Club
1st Tuesday of the month
Tuesday, December 3
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Do you enjoy time travel? Do you know what a tardis is? Then here's a club for you!! This club is for Doctor Who fans! Join others for snacks, discussion, and trivia. 

 

Anime Geeks R Us Anime Club 
2nd Tuesday of the month
Tuesday, December 10
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, December 11
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.
Children's Programs
Book Group for Grades 2 - 3
Monday, December 2
6 p.m.  
Come join Miss Trina for some fun book talk. We will be having a snack as we discuss the assigned reading for this meeting and maybe even completing a fun hands-on project or game.  
Wadleigh Writer Wednesdays
Wednesday, December 11
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.  

Do you like to write?

Do you dream of becoming a published author some day? 

I do!

Would you like to learn about the publishing world?

Would you like to share your work with other young writers?

Are you in 4th-6th grade?

Then come to our Writers Group and be ready to write or share your latest story, novel, poem or play!

Mad Science

Friday, December 13
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Keyes Meeting Room

Come join Miss Trina for some fun hands-on scientific investigation! This month we will making mini-catapults and seeing just how far we can throw things! 

 

For students in grades 2-5. 

Paws to Read
Saturday, December 14
10:30 - 12 noon  
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.

 

Check our online calendar for upcoming dates & times.
Book Group for Grades 4 - 5
Monday, December 16
6 p.m.  
Come join Miss Trina for some fun book talk. We will be having a snack as we discuss the assigned reading for this meeting and maybe even completing a fun hands-on project or game.  

Lego Party

Thursday, December 19
4 - 6 p.m.

Keyes Meeting Room

Come join us every third Thursday for an amazing Lego building party! 

 

All you need to bring is your imagination, we provide the rest!

All Day Holiday Crafts

world friends

Saturday, December 21
9 - 1 p.m.

Join us in the Children's Room for some Holiday crafts to help celebrate the season.  

 

All are welcome and there is no registration needed!

children dancing with book
Toddler Tales!
Mondays through December 16
10 - 11 a.m.  
Keyes Meeting Room

Storytime for 18-24-month-olds 

A storytime for ages 18 months to 24 months.  We'll read together, sing, dance and have lots of fun from 10-10:30am, then it's "stay & play" from 10:30-11:00am.

NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY. Older and younger siblings are welcome.
Little Listeners
Mondays through December 16
10:30 - 11 a.m.  
Children's Room

A storytime for ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old. We'll listen to stories, sing, dance and have lots of fun.

NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY. Older and younger siblings are welcome.

Baby Lapsit 

Wednesdays through December 18
10 - 11 a.m.
Keyes Meeting Room

For newborns to 18 months Join us for tickles, giggles, stories and fun! Then stay and play with all of your friends! 

 

NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY.

Storytime Stars

Wednesdays through December 18
1 - 2 p.m.

Keyes Meeting Room

A storytime for ages 4-6 years old. A fun filled hour of stories, songs, and dancing, followed by an amazingly awesome craft!

 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Register for Wednesday Storytime Stars. 

 

An adult will need to be present in the building throughout the duration of the program. Storytimes are for Wadleigh cardholders only.

Storytime Stars

Thursdays through December 19
10 - 11 a.m.

Keyes Meeting Room

storytime book

A storytime for ages 4-6 years old. A fun filled hour of stories, songs, and dancing, followed by an amazingly awesome craft!

 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. 

Register for Thursday Storytime Stars.

 

An adult will need to be present in the building throughout the duration of the program. Storytimes are for Wadleigh cardholders only.