Meredith Public Library October eNews |
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One Book, One Valley with Author Paul Doiron |
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Thursday, October 28, 7:00PM
Majestic Theater, Conway Village
Our library is joining in the One Book, One Valley Reading Program this year featuring author Paul Doiron. Readers across the region will join in reading this title, meet to discuss it in their books groups and then listen to Paul speak either in person or via livestream.
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Renovation Update
The new shelf installation was completed in early September and it is finally looking a lot like a library in the new addition! New shelving is in place for the adult and children’s sections, though a couple of pieces are still on back order due to supply shortages.
Renovation continues in the historic library and 1980’s addition. Completion is targeted for Mid-November. The construction team is working on installing and patching drywall, electrical upgrades and sanding. Painting will begin next week. Zachary Lunt of New Hampshire Wood Flooring refinished the original historic wood library floors in the two front sitting rooms. They look amazing! He mentioned to me that his Great-Grandmother Margaret Lunt had been a librarian here. I found her in the library history. According to Filling the Void by Rudy VanVeghten, Margaret Pynn Lunt was hired in 1922. Zach said, "I am thrilled to be bringing back the floor she originally walked on. I'm walking on the same floor!"
Thanks to a gift from the Meredith Library Fund, the front yard is undergoing some much needed landscaping. The front hedges are being pruned, perennials are being planted and a “pocket garden” is being installed where the old HVAC units used to be where the 1980’s addition and the historic building meet. It’s going to look fantastic!
Construction on the front patio and ADA entrance continues. The historic granite steps will be fixed and reset in a few weeks. The Meredith Library Fund also gifted us the money to rebuild the front walkway to the historic building.
The large pine tree in front of the library is coming down. It is dying and has become a hazard. The trustees met with the Board of the American Legion about this as the tree had originally been planted as a Korean War Memorial. There is a separate committee working on a Veterans Walkway plan. This design will include granite tablets with names of Meredith war veterans engraved on them, including those from the Korean War. This walkway will go along the front of the 1980’s addition. The plan is to fund raise for as much of the walkway as possible with any remaining funds needed going on a warrant for the 2022 Town Meeting. Thank you to Christopher P. Williams, Architects for donating the design for the walk.
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Zoom Mystery Book Group
Dead by Dawn
by Paul Doiron
Thursday, October 14, 10:30AM
Meets at the Library.
Part of the One Book, One Valley event. A few free copies are still available for the taking sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Brown Bag Book Group
Thursday,
October 28 at noon
Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict
Meets at the Library.
The ferocious story of the ambitious woman beside Winston Churchill, the story of a partner who did not flinch through the sweeping darkness of war, and who would not surrender either to expectations or to enemies.
Computer Club via Zoom
Tuesday, October 12, 10:00AM
Various topics discussed which are driven by those who attend. Open to all experience levels. To request an invitation email chris@meredithlibrary.org.
Senior Center Tech Help
Fridays October 8 & 22, 9:00AM@ The Community Center
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Animals and Me Story Time
in the Children's Room
Wednesdays
October 6, 13, 20 & 27
From 10-11AM
If you love animals then this story time is for you! Let’s learn about the wildlife in New Hampshire. Join Miss Karen in the new children's room for a story or two, animal crafts and a snack. Coffee for grown ups. This story time is geared for children 3 to 5. All ages are welcome. No sign up required.
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Tot Time Reading Circle
Fridays
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22
From 10-11AM
Join us in the new children’s room for
stories, puppet friends and beautiful art work created by you. This is a fun, warm, friendly group of parents and children, come read and play. Ages 0 to 3, older children are welcome. Snacks served & coffee for grown ups. No sign up required.
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Spooky Tot Time Halloween Party
Friday, October 29, 10-11AM
Whoosh! Goes the wind as you rush into the library and join your little friends for a “spooktacular story!” Wear your costume, listen to a Halloween story, enjoy a craft & receive a goody bag. No sign-up required. All little goblins, ghouls, witches & monsters are welcomed. Halloween Treats for you & Coffee for grown ups.
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Pumpkin Patch Saturday
October 23, Anytime 10am-1PM
Create a pumpkin collage! There will be paper pumpkins, colored paper, scissors and glue just for you. Snacks served. Invite a friend and have a playdate.
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Access The Great Courses and IndieFlix with Libby!
The Great Courses and IndieFlix is now available using the Libby app, the same app for our eBook, eAudio and eMagazine collection. It can be downloaded for free at the Google Play or Apple stores or accessed via your browser. https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libby/ Once in the Libby App, look under “Extras” for our streaming services. Call us at 279-4303 if you need assistance.
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Virtual Story Times and See What Mr. John's Been Reading
Are you missing Miss Karen, Miss Jess and Mr. John? Check out one of their virtual story times and see what they've been up to with short videos available here.
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Sincerely,
Erin M. Apostolos
Library Director
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