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Hollis Social Library
October Newsletter
Come FALL into a great book or fun program at your local library!

Check out our colorful array of exciting and educational offerings and learn something new.

HSL is a great place to meet your neighbors!


Please register for programs below by clicking sign-up or go to our website:

www.hollislibrary.org
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Glenn Knoblock explores the fascinating history of New Hampshire's beer and ale brewing industry from Colonial days, when it was home- and tavern-based, to today's modern breweries and brew pubs.
Brewing in NH: An Informal History of Beer in the Granite State from Colonial Times to the Present

Tuesday, October 3 @ 7pm
Library Meeting Room
Presented By: Glenn Knoblock
Sponsored By The New Hampshire Humanities Council

Deadliest Catch
Presented by Jack Molan

Friday, October 6 @ 7pm
Lawrence Barn
The Captain of the Aleutian Ballad, a boat made famous on season 2 of The Deadliest Catch, will share his personal stories of a life spent fishing in the Bering Sea and beyond. An engaging speaker who has a deep love for Alaska, he will welcome questions and conversation about commercial fishing as well as the many opportunities and ways you can experience Alaska for yourself. Don’t miss this larger than life character as he shares his passionate tale of the life of a Bering Sea Crab Fisherman!
This program is cosponsored by Beaver Brook and the Hollis Social Library.

Christa McAuliffe Planetarium Presents:
Tonight's Sky
Lawrence Barn

Session One (Ages 2-6): Saturday, Oct. 14 @ 10:30 am
Session Two (Ages 7+): Saturday, Oct. 14 @ 11:30 am

Join us in an inflatable planetarium to learn about the night sky. This program teaches you how to start observing the wonders of the sky from your own backyard. 

National Friends Week Open House
Hosted by: The Friends of the Hollis Social Library

DOOR PRIZE: Nook Tablet!

Sunday, Oct. 15 @ 2pm
Library Meeting Room
Stop by to meet our Friends and learn about all the ways they support your library and community. Whether you're interested in joining the Friends or just want to discuss your favorite things about HSL, all are welcome! Light refreshments will be served.
DIY: Spice Up Your Fall (Ages 16+)

Session One: Tuesday Oct. 17 @ 6:30 pm
Session Two: Wednesday, Oct. 18 @ 11:00 am
Join us to make some inspiring fall spice mixes to flavor your autumn and share with family and friends.

Please sign up for one session only.

Identity Theft 101

Thursday, Oct. 19 @ 7 pm
Library Meeting Room
Learn about identity theft, how it occurs, how to prevent it, and what to do if you become a victim. This free informative financial seminar is presented by Citizens Bank as part of their community initiative.


Chair Yoga
Presented by: Jennifer Jean

Sunday, Oct. 22 @ 2 pm
Chair yoga allows individuals to practice yoga without the exertion of traditional yoga classes. As you work on relaxing your mind and body, you will feel energized, refreshed, more productive and efficient in your personal and professional life.
No mat needed!

Teen Art with Christie Valihura
Ages 10+

Monday, Oct. 23 @ 6pm
Library Meeting Room
Create some cardboard kinetics. Artists will be challenged to make a bionic or automaton hand with moveable fingers. Come on in and see what you can create!

Skywatch Astronomy Program

Wednesday, Oct. 25 @ 7:00 pm
Brown Lane Barn, Beaver Brook
Join us for a night of stargazing. Members of the NH Astronomical Society will show a short presentation about the night sky and then we'll venture out into the night and see what we can see.

Artist Reception: Linda Lea Bertrand Plein Air Paintings

Sunday, Oct. 29 @ 2:00 pm
Library Meeting Room
LINDA LEA BERTRAND has been perfecting her skills in watercolor, pastels and oil painting for several years. Linda began painting to decrease stress as a critical care nurse. Plein air combines being out in nature, painting on location,and capturing the beautiful effects of light as it moves through the landscape.

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Did you know? We purchase e-book titles for our library! If there is a title that you can't find in the NHDB you can fill out a request and we will consider making a purchase! Contact us to learn more!