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Wadleigh Memorial Library
49 Nashua Street
Milford, NH 03055
603-249-0645
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 20
7 p.m.
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Friends of the Library
Next Meeting:
Wednesday, January 14
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.
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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
 The Library will close at
3 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31 for New Year's Eve.
The Library will reopen at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, January 2. See you next year!
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Retirement Reception
Friday, January 9
3 - 5 p.m.
 All are invited to a drop-in reception to celebrate Judy Hohenadel's 25 years of dedicated service at the Wadleigh Library. Judy recently announced her retirement effective December 31. She was first hired as a part time Library Page and eventually was brought on full time as a Library Assistant. Since then Judy has worked in both the Circulation and Technical Services departments. Over the years she's greeted many visitors at the Circulation Desk; processed and cataloged thousands of books, DVDs and music CDs to get them ready for library shelves; and checked out those same items to eager patrons. Please join us in wishing Judy well as she starts the next chapter of her life.
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Open House: The Future of the Wadleigh Memorial Library
Sunday, January 25
3 - 5 p.m.
 For the past several years, the Library Board of Trustees & staff have been working diligently to plan for the future of our community's library. We invite Milford residents to attend our third in a series of Open Houses and get a behind the scenes tour of the current building with our Facilities Manager; meet the architect who took a list of needs from the staff, trustees and community focus groups and designed a structure and floor plans within our guidelines; and most importantly, ask whatever questions that may be on your minds about the current building and future of the most heavily used town facility outside of our schools. More information about the Library's Building Project can be found here.
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Wadleigh Library
Development Fund
The Wadleigh Library Development Fund is an IRS 501(c)(3) charitable organization chartered to increase and improve the educational, inspirational, cultural and recreational opportunities of present and future residents of the Town of Milford, New Hampshire through the continued growth and development of the resources, services and facilities of the William Y. Wadleigh Memorial Library.
 Make a Donation
Consider making a tax deductible donation to ensure our public library will be able to offer the resources Milford needs. If you have questions or want your donation used for specific purposes please contact the library director.
Or, make check payable to: Wadeigh Library Development Fund. Mailing address: 49 Nashua St., Milford, NH 03055. Thank you for your support of library programs.
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3D Printer in the Library
 Our 3D printer, a Makerbot Replicator 2 is available for you to try out your 3D object. Print an object from www.thingiverse.com or create your own using www.sketchup.com or www.tinkercad.com.
Bring the file in on a thumb drive and we'll print it for you as demand permits.
Our Makerbot Replicator 2 creates objects from a plant-based plastic called PLA. We charge by weight at .20 cents a gram ("glow in the dark" is .40 cents per gram) and we have a large array of colors. Come see what all the fuss is about!
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Acoustic Cafe presents Neptune's Car
Saturday, January 17
Doors Open @ 7 PM - Performance @ 7:30PM - Admission is Free!
 Neptune's Car (Holly Hanson and Steve Hayes) is a nationally touring, acoustic duo from Massachusetts and New Hampshire who play original, Contemporary Folk music. The duo has become known for their intimate performance style, carefully crafted lyrics, generous harmony singing, and exceptional guitar picking. Learn more about the duo here: NeptunesCar.com.
The Acoustic Café is a library-sponsored program showcasing regional acoustic musicians. Open to the public, it is held the 3rd Saturday from October through 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.
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 Thursday, January 8
10 - 11 a.m.
Our selection this month is The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Strout.
Copies are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers welcome.
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Tuesday, January 20
6:30 - 8 p.m.
 Brenda Quinn, Director of Educational STEM Solutions, LLC will bring an Orion 3D printer to the library to demonstrate how it operates and tell us about 3D printing technology. Bring your questions.
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Wednesday, January 21
 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Our selection for this month is Last Flag Down : The Epic Journey of the Last Confederate Warship by John Baldwin and Ron Powers.
Copies of the book are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers welcome!
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 Tuesday, January 27
7 p.m.
Our selection this month is Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
Copies are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers always welcome.
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 Thursday, January 29
7 p.m.
Got extra jigsaw puzzles?
Want new ones?
Bring your puzzles to our puzzle exchange!
Wadleigh Library staff member Judy Hohenadel has a collection of puzzles to get us started. Bring yours to trade. Or just come by and pick one up. We've got extras!
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Mondays
3 - 5 p.m.
 Got a new gadget over the holidays? Been meaning to figure out how to use your iPhone? Teen patrons from the Milford High School & Applied Technology Center volunteer their time and offer tech support services to other library users.
Call us at 249-0645 for more information or to schedule 1-on-1 training with our Teen Tech Squad or our Volunteer Tech Tutor.
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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!
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 Wednesdays 6 - 8 p.m.
A Free Workshop only at the Wadleigh Library.
Learn more about Social Networking, its trends, cyber security, how to sell yourself, and the hardware that makes it all happen. Class instruction will be free form and driven by participants. Topics will include Introduction to Social Networking, Linkedin, Basic Cyber-Security, Know Your Service Provider, and more. Get informed in a fun atmosphere. Ask questions in person with an educated instructor who knows the issues. Walk out smarter, more savvy and with information you can use.
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Knit 1, Crochet 2
1st and 3rd Mondays of each Month
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
 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.
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Teen Advisory Group
 Thursday, January 8
3:30 p.m.
Do you want to help decide which books the library buys for the teen section? Maybe you have an idea for a club or event?
Join Katie on the 1st Thursday each month to discuss books, manga, comic books, etc. You'll have a chance to read reviews of upcoming books and offer suggestions. Oh, and there will be cookies!
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 Pizza & Pages 3rd Thursday of the Month
January 15, 3:30 p.m.
This month's selection: The Wave by Todd Strasser. Enjoy some pizza while discussing the book! Copies available on the teen display. Pizza & Pages is for 6th grade and up.
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Teen Writers Group
Friday, January 16
3:30 p.m.
Resurrected from the dead, the Teen Writers Group has returned!
 If you like to write and want to share your work, this is the group for you! We will have an informal discussion about our current projects, then write for about half an hour (I'll have writing prompts if you get stuck!), and share our work at the end (optional). This group is for young adults - high school students & recent grads. Bring a notebook or laptop, whichever you prefer, for writing.
If you cannot make this meeting but are still interested, please contact Katie.
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Dr. Who Fan Club
Tuesday, January 6
3:30 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
Tuesday, January 13
3:30 p.m.
Hang out and discuss your favorite anime or manga series and participate in related games and activities.
Wii Wednesdays
Wednesday, January 14
2:45 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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Paws to Read
Saturday, January 10
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 minutes.
Check our online calendar for upcoming dates & times.
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Grades 2 & 3 Book Group
Monday, January 12
6 p.m.
 Want to have your child meet some interesting characters? They should open a book! Want to have them meet some real-life characters, too? Then join our book club! Book clubs are a great way to communicate with friends and meet new people while exploring and discussing good books. What's more, membership in a book club can help children stay motivated to read if they otherwise have difficulty finding the time to pick up a book. We often play games or make a creative project, and we always enjoy a yummy snack while having a fun time together!
This group is for students in grades 2 and 3 only. Please note that, in order to help me to plan materials and snacks, you will need to register them for each session that they can attend. If s/he cannot attend this month, or at any other time, extra copies of out books can be found in the J Fic section of our library which is located just outside of the Children's Room.
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Wadleigh Writer Wednesday
Wednesday, January 14
4:30 p.m.
 Do you like to write? Do you dream of becoming a published author some day? I do! Are you curious about the publishing world? Would you like to share your mad writing skills with other young writers? Are you in the fourth grade or above? Then come join our very own writer Tanya T. Roberts and our awesome writing group every second Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30!
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 Lego Party Thursday, January 15 4 - 6 p.m.
Join us for a Lego party! We provide the Legos, you provide the imagination!
No registration required.
This event is for kids entering grades 5 and under. |
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Art Afternoon
Friday, January 16
3:30 p.m.
 Come join Miss Trina to study the works of Romero Britto! This activity is for children in grades 2-5 and they must be registered.
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Bird Feeder Craft
 Saturday, January 17 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Join us in the Children's room to make some awesome bird feeders! All ages welcome, no registration needed.
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Read to your Librarian
Sunday, January 18
2 - 3:30 p.m.
 On the 3rd Sunday of every month join us from 2-3:30pm to practice reading to your librarian! This event is open to beginning readers and those who wish to share their reading milestones. Bring a favorite book of your own to share or pick out a new find here at the library. We can't wait to see you!
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Grades 4 & 5 Book Group
Monday, January 26
6 p.m.
 Want to have your child meet some interesting characters? They should open a book! Want to have them meet some real-life characters, too? Then join our book club! Book clubs are a great way to communicate with friends and meet new people while exploring and discussing good books. What's more, membership in a book club can help children stay motivated to read if they otherwise have difficulty finding the time to pick up a book. We often play games or make a creative project, and we always enjoy a yummy snack while having a fun time together!
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 Toddler Tales Mondays 9:45 - 11 a.m. Keyes Meeting Room
Join Miss Tanya for the magic of books! Come listen to fantastic stories, felt tales and music! Dance with feathers, flowers and scarves; sing and tap out rhythm with tambourines, sticks and bells! Children will learn colors, sounds, letters and words all through the wonders of literature and the imagination. Afterwards it's "stay & play" from 10:30-11:00am. For ages 18-24 months. Older and younger siblings are welcome.
NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY.
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 Little Listeners Mondays 10:30 - 11 a.m. Children's Room
Join Miss Tanya for the magic of books! Come listen to fantastic stories, felt tales and music! Dance with feathers, flowers and scarves; sing and tap out rhythm with tambourines, sticks and bells! Children will learn colors, sounds, letters and words all through the wonders of literature and the imagination. For ages 2-4 years. Older and younger siblings are welcome.
NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY.
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 Baby Lapsit Wednesdays 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.
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 Storytime Stars Wednesdays 1 - 2 p.m. Keyes Meeting Room
A storytime for ages 4 to 6 years old. A fun filled hour of stories, songs, and dancing, followed by an amazingly awesome craft!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
An adult will need to be present in the building throughout the duration of the program. For Wadleigh cardholders only.
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 Storytime Stars Thursdays 10 - 11 a.m. Keyes Meeting Room
A storytime for ages 4 to 6 years old. A fun filled hour of stories, songs, and dancing, followed by an amazingly awesome craft!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
An adult will need to be present in the building throughout the duration of the program. For Wadleigh cardholders only.
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