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The Library will close at noon on December 24 and re-open at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 27.
The Library will close at 3 p.m. on December 31 and re-open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, January 2.
Happy Holidays!
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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, December 15
7 p.m.
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Friends of the Library
Next Meeting:
Wednesday, December 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.
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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.
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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Wreaths Around the Wadleigh
The Friends of the Wadleigh Library present the 5th Annual Wreaths Around the Wadleigh Silent Auction.
Help support the Wadleigh Library and participate in a fun holiday event.
Wreaths will be on display from through Sunday, December 13. Silent Auction bids will be accepted until 1 p.m. on December 13.
Let's make our 5th year the best one yet!
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Morning Book Group
Thursday, December 10
10 a.m.
Our selection this month is Giants in the Earth by O. E. Rolvaag.
Copies of the book are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers welcome!
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The Yoga of Food: A Book Signing and Talk
 Thursday, December 10
6:30 p.m.
Kate O'Donnell, a Milford native, and author of The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook: A Seasonal Guide to Living Well, joins us to discuss the ancient healing system of India, and how to apply Ayurveda for your health. Kate will offer a reading from her book, released by Shambhala Publications Dec 1. Signed copies will be available for purchase.
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 Wednesday, December 16
6:30 p.m.
Our selection this month is The Zimmerman Telegram by Barbara Tuchman.
Copies of the book are available at the Main Desk. Newcomers welcome!
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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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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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Teen Gift Making: Crayon Swirl Ornaments
Thursday, December 10
3 p.m.
 Make cool colorful ornaments using bits of old crayons! This fun craft will make a great gift... unless you decide to keep it for yourself! This program is for grades 6-12. Registration strongly recommended and begins Nov. 24.
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 Teen Gift Making: Spa Gifts Tuesday, December 15 3 p.m.
Today we will make some lovely spa gifts, like body scrub and bath salts. All materials will be provided. This program is for grades 6-12. Registration required and begins Nov. 24.
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Teen Gift Making: Book Tablet Cover
Thursday, December 17
3 p.m.
Make a tablet holder out of an old book, felt and cork. This would be great for anyone tech-savvy on your holiday shopping list... unless you want to keep it for yourself! This program is for grades 6-12. Registration required and begins Nov. 24.
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Dr. Who Fan Club
Tuesday, December 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, December 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.
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Art Afternoon
 Friday, December 43:30 p.m.
Come join Miss Trina for a fun art activity!
We will be making these awesome holiday crafts! This program is for children in second to fifth grade.
Registration is required.
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Christmas Craft Day
Saturday, December 5
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
All day Christmas crafts for all ages. Drop in any time.
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 Grades 2 - 5 Book Group Monday, December 7 6 p.m.
For this special holiday session we will be trying something new: Roald Dahl Jeopardy! Readers will be reading as many Roald Dahl books as they can in the month prior to this. They will be split into teams and work together to win the whole game! This session will be longer than usual and will include pizza and dessert.
Registration Required.
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 Wadleigh Writer Wednesday Wednesday, December 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.
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 Paws to Read Saturday, December 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.
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 Lego Party Thursday, December 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.
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Makerspace
Friday, December 18
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.
Join us this month for our Builder's Academy! Come build to your heart's content using Legos, K' nex and Magnetix! No registration necessary and open to all ages.
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Storydance
Monday, December 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, The Elves and the Shoemaker by The Brothers Grimm.
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 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.
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 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.
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 Baby Lapsit Wednesdays 10 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.
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 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.
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