Here we are in the busiest time of the year...at least it seems that way for many.  Folks are coming and going, dodging the snowflakes and wondering how they will get everything done.  Sometimes you have to take a breath, sit down, chill out and get rid of some of that  holiday stress.  Visit the library to check out some new books or find a DVD to watch.  The children's department is offering some wonderful programs for December and have an opportunity to give back to the community through their giving tree.  Watch for some fun adult programs, author Elin Hilderbrand is coming and the staff will be holding a DIY gift showcase as well.   

We would also like to send out best wishes out to Megan Carney, our Head of Readers Services who has accepted a new position in an elementary school library.  We know she will do well, and our loss is their gain.  Good Luck Megan from all your Friends at the Nevins Library. 

See you soon,  

Nevins Memorial Staff

December will be busy in the Teen Area!  Book Babble, the book group for grades 9-12 will kick off the month on Thursday, December 4th at 7pm with a discussion on "Half Bad" by Sally Green.  TAG - The Teen Advisory Group will meet on Monday December 8th at 4pm.  I've got some crazy ideas for programs coming up and I would really like your assistance on planning them or for you to tell me that I'm crazy. 

Teen Movie Night is Monday December 15th at 6pm.  We will watch the latest Marvel movie, which tells the story of Star-Lord Peter Quill, Gamora, Drax the Destroyer, Groot and Rocket Raccoon as they attempt to save the Galaxy!  Popcorn will be served.  This is open to those in grades 7-12.  Seating is limited, so please register

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The Book Club to be Named Later -December 16 - 4pm the book group for grades 7-9, will meet to have some snacks and  talk about "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt.   

The Teen Writing Group will meet on Thursday December 18th at 7pm.  We started talking about "settings" last month, and will put that together with "mood" this month.  

The Teen Craft this month is Monday December 22 at 4pm where we will make a few different kinds of holiday treats.  Register early and come hungry! 

December 9 6:30 pm  

Best-selling author Elin Hilderbrand will visit the Library Tuesday, December 9^th at 6:30pm. Hilderbrand will discuss her latest novel and first Christmas book, Winter Street, which chronicles the holidays of the Quinn family, who come together to celebrate Christmas on Nantucket at the family-owned Winter Street Inn. Drama, surprises, and much caroling ensue in this heartwarming holiday tale.

Books will be available for sale, and light refreshments will be served. For more information or to register for the program, please contact the Reader Services department.

Project Giving Tree

This year, the Children's Department will be collecting items for Lazarus House Ministries, Inc. emergency shelter and soup van. If you attend a Children's program or visit the library please consider making a donation to our annual charitable project. The following items are great choices: canned soups and stews; hot & cold cups; paper plates & napkins; plastic forks, spoons, knives; Styrofoam soup bowls; any type of children's hat, scarves or mittens; toothpaste & toothbrushes; bars of soap; hand soap in dispensers; and shampoo & conditioner.

Donations can be dropped off in the Children's Room until January 31, 2015. Thanks for your support!

December Programs for Children

This month we have a wide assortment of holiday and non-holiday related programs planned for children of all ages. Please register for these events online; space is limited. Here is a list of the holiday programs. For more details about any program, please call the Children's Department at 978-686-4080 ext 26.

Holiday Storytime (3 to 5 year olds) - December 11th at 1:30 am

Drop-In Holiday Craft Day (3 to 8 years old) - December 13th at 10:00 am

Holiday Storytime for 2 year olds - December 16th at 10:00 am

Sweet Treat & Craft Night (4th to 6th grade) - December 16th at 6:30 pm

Wonderful Wednesday (K to 3^rd grade) - December 17^th at 6:30 pm

Holiday Train Adventure (K to 4^h grade) - December 18^th at 6:30 pm

Holiday Babies and Books (up to 24 months) - December 19^th at 11:00 am

'Twas the Night Before Christmas (3 to 6 year olds) - December 22^nd at 6:30 pm

Love & Logic Workshop Series

The Nevins Memorial Library is cosponsoring a series of workshops for parents with the Michael B. Christensen Community and Family Support Center at GLCAC Inc. Mary Ann Fleming and her staff will conduct the sessions and provide free child care and activities for the child while the adults attend the workshops. All workshops are free of charge and will take place in the Study Room located in the lower level of the library on Saturday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. Please register online to attend individual workshops that fit your needs. The first program will be on January 3^rd - Handling Misbehavior without breaking a Sweat.

On Saturday, December 6^th the Friends of the Library will be holding a Book Fair at Barnes & Noble, 125 South Broadway Rt. 28 Salem, NH, from 9:00AM to 10:00PM.

Come to Holiday Story Times & Crafts with the Children's Librarians of the Nevins Library and shop with us for the perfect holiday gift! Visit our Friends' table located on the main floor at Barnes & Noble to say "Hello" and obtain your shopping sticker. That will identify you as a Nevins Library shopper.

A percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchases will benefit the Friends of the Library. Simply present the coupon that may be obtained on-line from our web site beginning November 7^th or obtain one from the Readers' Services front desk. If you are unable to attend the Fair that day, you can make your purchases on-line at www.BN.com/bookfairs beginning December 6th and running through

December 11^th.

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