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Are Victory Gardens Still Relevant?
Tuesday, May 7 @ 6:00 pm
Presented by Christin Kaiser, UNH Carroll County, Advanced Master Gardener. "Small individual well-managed food plots add to the well-being and balance of our environment." Learn why growing your own food is as important as ever. Free and open to all.
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CHILDREN'S ART INSTRUCTION | |
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Art Class for Ages 7 & Up
Wednesday, May 8 @ 4:00 pm
Each month we will create a new project based on an artist, art style, or theme. Try watercolors, oil pastels, chalk, collage, and more. Registration is required.
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HISTORY OF THE "BIG LAKE" | |
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Hidden History of Lake Winnipesaukee
Wednesday, May 8 @ 6:00 pm
Join local historian and author Glenn Knoblock as he reveals the many facets of this history, including the real story of "America's Oldest Summer Resort." The fascinating and enlightening bits of history he shares might change how you view New Hampshire's "Big Lake." This program is made possible by a grant from New Hampshire Humanities.
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2nd TUESDAY BOOK DISCUSSION | |
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Apeirogon
by Colum McCann
Tuesday, May 14 @ 1:00 pm
An epic novel rooted in the unlikely real-life friendship between two fathers—one Palestinian, one Israeli, both connected by grief and working together for peace—from the National Book Award–winning and bestselling author of Let the Great World Spin. Copies are now available.
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AMAZING OUTDOOR ADVENTURES | |
Mountain Climbing
with Steve Arsenault
Wednesday, May 15 @ 6:00 pm
Learn about Steve’s decades of experience climbing in Yosemite, New England, the Alps, Canada, Australia & more. Hear how the sport has changed over the years. Steve will bring lots of terrific slides to share.
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LOCAL AUTHORS/ILLUSTRATOR EVENT | |
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The Dove Who Inspired Beyond Barbed Wire
by Andrea Ackerly & Kimberly J.B. Smith
Thursday, May 16 @ 3:30 pm
For ages 9 and Up
Join the authors/illustrator as they read their book aloud, discuss its meaning and purpose, share framed illustrations, answer questions, and guide students through an art activity based on the book.
Registration is required. All illustrations are currently on display at the library through May 16th.
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NATURAL LANDSCAPING PROGRAM | |
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A Garden for Wildlife
Julie Brown, presenter
Wednesday, May 22 @ 6:00 pm
Julie Brown from the Wentworth Watershed Association will discuss how anyone with a backyard, garden, or landscaped area can help wildlife by altering their landscaping and gardening practices. Includes discussion of wildlife and habitats, plant choice, use of native plants, nest boxes and feeders, and issues such as invasive plants.
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Friends of the Library Luncheon
Friday, June 7
Best-selling authors Lisa Gardner and Stephen Puleo will be the featured speakers at the Friends of the Wolfeboro Library’s 39th annual Book & Author Luncheon, set for Friday, June 7, at Bald Peak Colony Club. Reservations are now open for the event, which offers attendees not only the opportunity to see and hear first-hand from these two notable authors but a chance to support the library. Click here for more information.
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LAKES REGION GENEALOGY INTEREST GROUP | |
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Essential Genealogy Research
Concepts & Tools
Thursday, May 2, 10:30 - 12:00 pm
Join the LRGIG ladies on the first Thursday of the month from 10:30-12:00 pm when they'll share the latest genealogy updates and picks. They are here to share their enthusiasm for Family History/Genealogy work. They'll help you “Break Down Those Brick Walls” and find the correct sources and information for your Ancestors. Classes are in person in the Bradley Room. More information: email: lakesrgig17@gmail.com or call 603-630-8497
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ONE-ON-ONE GENEALOGY HELP | |
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Lakes Region Genealogy Interest Group
Genealogy Wednesdays
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Every week a volunteer from the Lakes Region Genealogy Interest Group will be on hand to offer one-on-one family research help in our Thayer Genealogy and Local History Room. For beginners to advanced. Please contact Beth at BethFangmeyer@gmail.com or call 603-252-2917 for more information and to set up an appointment.
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Tech Tuesdays with Mike
Tuesdays 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Make an appointment with Mike, our IT specialist, and get the help you need with your phone, laptop other device, software, email, etc. He'll patiently work with you to solve your tech issues.
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Cribbage for Everyone
Mondays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Come and join us for weekly cribbage in the Bradley Room. Have some fun, sharpen your wits, make new friends. Whether you are just learning the game or are an experienced player... you are welcome. We would love to show you how to play. Just drop in!
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Weekly Drop-in Scrabble
Fridays @ 10:30 am - noon
Looking for a little entertainment and stimulation? Drop in our Bradley Room on Fridays to meet others for some fun rounds of this timeless board game.
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Coffee & Conversation
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 am - Noon
Community Center @ 32 Lehner Street
Senior Walking Wednesdays
Begins May 1 @ 10:00 am
https://wolfeboro.recdesk.com/community/program or call 603-569-5639. For more information about Wolfeboro Senior activities, please call Parks & Rec at 603-569-5639 or email: aaustin@wolfeboronh.us
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LIBRARY HOURS
Monday – Wednesday 9:30 am to 7 pm
Thursday & Friday 9:30 am to 5 pm
Saturday 9:30 am to 3 pm
Closed Sunday
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