Library Update
Resources & Programs for Adults
8/1 - 8/7
Thank you to our patrons and community for continuing to support a safe and pleasant environment while visiting us! Although we are thrilled to have our members back in the building, remember that we are still operating under the "Pop In & Pick Up" model to safeguard the health of our community.

We thank you for your patience as we work to gradually reintroduce our services in a safe and responsible manner.
Harnessing History:
On the Trail of NH's State Dog, the Chinook

Thursday, August 5, 2021
6:30pm-8:00pm

NH Humanities presenter Bob Cottrell will discuss how dog sledding developed in New Hampshire and how the Chinook played a major role in the story.

This program was rescheduled from July 14th.
Hoopla Bonus Borrows

We're pleased to reinstate the Hoopla Bonus Borrows collection, which includes hundreds of ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and films of top titles and Hoopla favorites.

Beginning Sunday, August 1st, through Tuesday, August 31st, borrowing any of these titles will deduct zero borrows from your 6-item Hoopla limit.
Writers' Group

Thursday, August 5, 2021
7:00pm-8:30pm

Join an informal gathering where aspiring writers can discuss what they're working on, what they're reading, where they're submitting their work, and more.

This meeting will take place remotely over Zoom!
Title of the Week

A Discovery of Witches
by Deborah Harkness

"The book held me spellbound and is responsible for a few hours of lost sleep. Once you finish this first book of the All Souls series, come back to the library for the sequel or to pick up the first season of the TV show!"
Resident Fast Facts

The Merrimack Police Department and Merrimack Parks and Recreation will host their National Night Out this Tuesday, August 3rd, at Abbie Griffin Park from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. This is a free event with food, games, crafts, music, and more, including an opportunity to connect with our community.

Merrimack Parks and Recreation has reopened Wasserman Park's 7 tennis courts, which were temporarily closed for resurfacing and painting. New lines have been painted on the courts, and three portable pickle ball nets have been ordered to accompany the refurbished space.

The Nashua Regional Planning Commission is collecting household hazardous waste next Saturday, August 7th, between 8:00am and 12:00pm at 25 Crown Street in Nashua.
We're Just a Click Away!

Connect with us via email at merrimackpl@merrimacklibrary.org and through Facebook and our Ask Us service. The library will be open, with staff available to answer questions in person and remotely, during the following times:

Monday-Thursday 10:00am to 7:00pm
Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday 9:00am to 1:00pm

Remember that our Wi-Fi is on 24/7 and that overdue fines will continue to be waived until further notice.
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