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Wadleigh Memorial Library

 

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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) 

Wadleigh Library Trustees

 Next Meeting:
Tuesday, Sept. 15
7 p.m.
Friends of the Library
Next Meeting:
Wednesday, Sept. 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.
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.
 

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.

 

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September 2015 
Adults
Morning Book Group
Thursday, September 10
10 a.m.

Our selection this month is The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates by Wes Moore.

Copies of the book are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers welcome!

History Book Club
Wednesday, September 16
6:30 p.m.
Our selection this month is Amoskeag: Life and Work in an American Factory-City by Tamara Hareven.

Copies of the book are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers welcome!
Evening Book Group
Tuesday, September 22
7 p.m.
Our selection this month is When We Were the Kennedys: a Memoir from Mexico, Maine by Monica Wood.

Copies of the book are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers welcome!
Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange
Thursday, September 24
7 p.m.
Don't know what to do with those extra jigsaw puzzles? Want new ones? Swap out your old ones in good condition for new ones.

This is a swap -- please do not bring your old puzzles to donate unless you are going to take an equal number of puzzles away!

Retired Library staff member Judy Hohenadel has a collection of puzzles to get us started. Bring yours to trade.

Salem, 1692 Season of the Witch
Tuesday, September 29
6:30 p.m.
This event will be held in the Milford Town Hall Banquet Room 
The era of the Salem witch trials of 1692 is one of the most infamous, and least-understood, episodes in American history. Rory O'Brien, author of the novel Gallows Hill, lays out the story of what happened, separating fact from fiction.

Rory O'Brien, author, historian, and tour guide, will present this fascinating and seasonally topical program at the library, as well as have copies of his novel available to purchase afterward.

This event will be held in the Milford Town Hall Banquet Room. Use the Middle Street entrance next to the old ambulance bays and take the elevator to the 3rd floor.

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.

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!

Social Networking

Wednesdays   

6 p.m.

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.

Young Adults

Teen Advisory Group
Thursday, September 3
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!

 
Unable to make it to the meeting?  Contact Katie at any time to make a suggestion!

Zen Coloring Time
Thursday, September 22
3:30 p.m.
School got you stressed out?  Relax with some soothing music and coloring!  You can also try your hand at zentangle.  All materials provided.  You can bring in your own art supplies or music if you'd like!  This program is for grades 6-12.

Dr. Who Fan Club

Tuesday, September 1
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. 

 

Teen Anime Club 
Tuesday, September 8
3:30 p.m.
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.

Wii Tournament Thursday 
Thursday, September 17
2:30 p.m.

Get ready for an afternoon of gaming fun!  This month we'll be playing Super SmashBrothers Brawl.

This program is for teens in grades 6-12.

Children
Wadleigh Writer Wednesday
Wednesday, September 9
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 join our very own writer Tanya T. Roberts and our awesome writer's group every second Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30 PM!  

Registration is required.
Art Afternoon
Friday, September 11
3:30 p.m.
Come join Miss Trina for a fun art activity!  This month we will be making our own rubber band stamps and creating our own prints with them.

You may want to have your child bring a smock or old t-shirt since we will be working with paint. This program is for children in second to fifth grade. 

Registration is required.
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Paws to Read
Saturday, September 12
10:30 - 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.
Grades 2 & 3 Book Group
Monday, September 14
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 interesting characters, too? Then join our book group!

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 group can help children stay motivated to read if they otherwise have difficulty finding time to pick up a book.  We often play fun games or make a creative project, and we always have yummy snacks and a fun time together!

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Lego Party
Thursday, September 17
4 - 6 p.m.
Bring your imagination with you to our monthly Lego Party!  

We provide you with the Legos and the space, and you can create whatever your heart desires!  Whether you build Hogwarts or New York City or a Dungeon of Doom, we will display your creation in our Children's room right after!

No registration required.
Makerspace
Friday, September 25
3:30 p.m.
A makerspace is a place where people can gather to create, invent, tinker, explore and discover using a variety of tools and materials. The title for this months Makerspace is Paperpalooza! We will have all kinds of paper on hand to use in creative ways: origami, paper airplanes, fortunetellers, paper cubes and other 3-D models. Bring your creativity and we will supply the rest! 

Storydance
Monday, September 28
1 p.m.
Would you like to dance like Angelina Ballerina? Or hop into Mr. McGregor's garden like Peter Rabbit? Or perhaps turn into a beautiful butterfly like the very hungry caterpillar? Then join Miss Tanya (librarian and dancer extraordinaire!) for Story Dance once a month on Mondays at 1:00 PM where ballet and books come to life through dance, props, play and the imagination!  This month featuring the book, CIDER APPLES by Sandy Nightingale.
Grades 4 & 5 Book Group
Monday, September 28
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 interesting characters, too? Then join our book group!

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 group can help children stay motivated to read if they otherwise have difficulty finding time to pick up a book.  We often play fun games or make a creative project, and we always have yummy snacks and a fun time together!

Toddler Tales 
Mondays
9:45 - 11 a.m.
Keyes Meeting Room
Join Miss Tanya for the magic of books tailored for the two-year-old listener! Tippy toe in as soft as a mouse or gallop like a unicorn or curl up like a caterpillar to enjoy stories, felt tales and music. Dance with feathers, flowers, scarves and instruments! Children will learn colors, numbers, and letters all through the wonders of literature and the imagination.              Afterwards it's "stay & play".  Siblings are always welcome! No registration necessary.
Little Listeners 
Mondays
10:30 - 11 a.m.
Children's Room
Join Miss Tanya for the magic of books tailored for the three-year-old listener, as we enjoy 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, numbers, letters and words all through the wonders of literature and the imagination.  Siblings are always welcome!                 No registration necessary.
Baby Lapsit 
Wednesdays
10 - 11 a.m.
Keyes Meeting Room
For newborns to 18 months Come join us for an interactive storytime!  We will rhyme, sing, read, and play all while developing your baby's early literacy skills.  There will be a stay and play afterwards so you can get to know other families in our community.  
NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY. 
Storytime Stars
Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
OR
Thursdays at 10 a.m.
Keyes Meeting Room
Get ready for going off to school with our Storytime Stars!  Each storytime has a theme that begins with the books we share, continues through a movement or science activity and finishes with a fun hands-on craft created by your child.  We encourage social skills like taking turns, raising hands to share and listening to others.  From letters to sharing, we cover it all!

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