Kimball Library News 12/31/18

'Araldi & Pappas, together again for the first time'. This is a limited engagement to see these two talented musicians. Friends since high school, Araldi and Pappa will be picking through their favorite songs from years gone by, songs that have special meaning to them and sure to be some of your favorites, too!  You can register right now for this event that is taking place at Kimball Library on Thursday, January 31^st, at 6:30 PM.  All are welcome.

Both these musicians began playing professionally in their early teens, each playing in clubs long before they were of age to, and have seen their careers grow to where they have had the pleasure of performing for dignitaries up to the President of the United States, have performed on television, and have heard their music on the radio!

Rich Araldi's accomplishments, while seemingly more modest, have been exactly the right fit. A life of service through music has seen Rich, after a stint as a touring musician, as a church music director over the past three decades, a music educator, and over the past thirty years serving the senior community through music at a robust pace. Rich's non-profit organization 'Sammy 16' provides music for those without the means to access it.

Jim Pappas (stage name Demetrios) has enjoyed great success from being music director at the most prestigious venue in Atlantic City (where the singers and musicians he's worked with is a veritable 'who's who'), to working with the legendary 'Funk Brothers' of Motown fame on their movie (the award winning 'Standing in the Shadows of Motown') and tours, to his current position as music director for the legendary Smokey Robinson!

This musical opportunity is sponsored by Atkinson Recreation and the Friends of the Kimball Library.

SAVVY REMINDER: The Savvy Caregiver program is a 6 week training program for caregivers who care for someone with Alzheimer’s or Related Dementias. The program is facilitated by a trained Practitioner. It is based on the notion that family members who become caregivers need to be trained to assume a new role- caregiving- for which they are unprepared and untrained. The program is geared to informal caregivers of those either living at home or planning to return home, and in a moderate stage of illness.

Registration is required as this is starting up on January 10^th so there is no time to delay.  This program runs for 6 weeks and we ask that participants commit to attending all 6 week sessions. The program as indicated is for active and formal caregivers and not for professionals seeking certification and license requirements. 

KINDLES: Did you know?  We have Kindles you can borrow that have over 150 titles downloaded.  Take one on your next vacation!

JAMBOREE TEEN VOLUNTEERS: Our 9^th annual Jack Frost Jamboree is happening on January 26, 2019 and we are accepting TEEN volunteers on that day available from 10-3. (Register ages 13-19)
This is a great opportunity for teens to get those community services hours. You will be running games or other random tasks at our winter carnival. You must register and contact kwatson@kimballlibrary.com personally so she has all your pertinent information. Enthusiastic and responsible teens only, please. Parents may not apply on behalf of the youth.  Thank you in advance for letting your teens earn their hours responsibly. 

SNAP CIRCUITS: The Snap Circuits Lab will give circuit curious youth opportunity to explore and build in step-by-step fashion for approximately one hour during the months of January and February on most Tuesday evenings at 6:30.

Because the projects are arranged in order of complexity, kids can build on their skills as they progress through the manual. The lessons start out with a simple electric light and switch project that demonstrates how electricity is turned on and off with a switch. Further along, kids can put together a two-speed fan, create clap-controlled sounds, and more.

This is not a ‘free play’ activity.  Register youth in grades 2-5 only, please.  Jump on the online calendar or call.  Each date much be registered for separately.  

HOLIDAY HOURS: In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr, we will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019.  Stock up accordingly.  Please remember that NH Downloadable Books (Overdrive), the Libby App, Hoopla, Tumblebooks, and our databases are open 24/7.

MORE INFO: Go to www.kimballlibrary.com to register for events or use the data bases. You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register with a ‘human’. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one!

Kimball Library News 12/24/18

It’s a new year, so it’s time to try something new!  Adults—here is an opportunity to learn something new or be involved in an activity with like-minded people.  Think about trying one of these classes or programs or events  on for size—Mahjong, Healthy Cookbook Club,  Tuesday afternoon movies, morning or evening book discussions, needle crafters (knit, crochet, quilt or more), a tech appointment to learn a new skill, or check out some of our evening events such as concerts, NH Humanities programs, and more!  For those that don’t like structured activities, join us anytime during our operational hours for a quiet place to curl up with a book, a friendly face to chat about New England weather, or make a new friend at the coffee maker and newspaper/magazine corner.  Oh, and don’t forget that we always have a puzzle going that needs contributing hands!

TUESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES: Coming up are the following films.  Movies start promptly at 1 PM and seating is first come, first served.  Free popcorn to boot!

January 8 is ‘What They Had’, January 15 is ‘Old Man and the Gun’, January 22 is ‘First Man’, and January 29 is ‘Boy Erased’.  Films are subject to change, so please check the website or give us a call the morning of to be sure.  

9^TH ANNUAL JACK FROST JAMBOREE: We have lots of fun events planned!  Join us anytime between 10:30am and 2:30pm for some snappy winter fun on Saturday, January 26th. Think ‘winter carnival’ with a twist.  Check out this awesome list of activities--**Mini Golf Course, **Face Painting (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM), **Crafts, **Games (the more you play, the more prizes you win!), **Hot Dogs, Popcorn and Hot Chocolate, **Snowshoeing (weather permitting), **Roasting Marshmallows (weather permitting). PS. Cross fingers for SNOW.  :)

This is a FREE event sponsored by the generous and awesome Friends of the Library.

JAMBOREE TEEN VOLUNTEERS: Our 9^th annual Jack Frost Jamboree is happening on January 26, 2019 and we are accepting TEEN volunteers on that day available from 10-3. (Register ages 13-19)
This is a great opportunity for teens to get those community services hours. You will be running games or other random tasks at our winter carnival. You must register and contact kwatson@kimballlibrary.com personally so she has all your pertinent information. Enthusiastic and responsible teens only, please. Parents may not apply on behalf of the youth.  Thank you in advance for letting your teens earn their hours responsibly. 

FAMILY ZUMBA (Ages 4 to 104): Jump and jingle and work out some of those holiday calories on Friday, January 18th at 5:30 PM. Join us for a fun and vigorous workout to music you love! Get exposed to dance moves from around the world in repetitious formats that are easy to follow. If you aren't sure- just move your feet to the beat!

Bring your family members, kids ages 4 and up and adults too to join the ultimate dancing party. Get healthy and strong together and have fun doing it!

Please wear clothing you can move in and supportive footwear. Bring a bottle of water and expect to sweat and have fun. 

HOLIDAY HOURS: In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr, we will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019.  Stock up accordingly.  Please remember that NH Downloadable Books (Overdrive), the Libby App, Hoopla, Tumblebooks, and our databases are open 24/7.

MORE INFO: Go to www.kimballlibrary.com to register for events or use the data bases. You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register with a ‘human’. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one!

Kimball Library News 12/17/18

Join us for an afternoon of cinema entertainment! Bring a blanket for comfort if you like or dress in your pajamas! Free popcorn will be served, but you are welcome to bring other movie snacks for yourself. Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 27th, at 3 PM.  All registered guests from any towns are welcome. 

In the heartwarming live action adventure 'Disney's Christopher Robin,' the young boy who loved embarking on adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood with a band of spirited and lovable stuffed animals, has grown up and lost his way. Now it is up to his childhood friends to venture into our world and help Christopher Robin remember the loving and playful boy who is still inside. 

MUSEUM PASSES: Think ahead regarding winter break or free weekends and make sure you seize the opportunity to put a museum pass on hold to use.  Kimball Library offers the Currier Museum of Art, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, John F Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Museum of Science, New England Aquarium, Peabody Essex Museum, Strawbery Banke, USS Constitution, Zoo New England, and MORE.   Look at the schedule with your family now and decide where to visit soon.

Check out the special exhibits that each museum has to offer.  The Museum of Science for example has a new season exhibition called Trains for the Holidays.  There is interactive experiences designed for all ages including model trains (G, O, and HO scales), expert model train makers and films such as The Polar Express in 4-D. This special exhibit runs now until January 6^th.

Did you know Kimball Library patrons can check out museum passes from the Plaistow and Sandown public libraries?  However, patrons cannot reserve museum passes from these libraries ahead of time.  Kimball Library patrons can pick-up passes in-person from the libraries in Plaistow and Sandown in the last hour before closing on the day before intended use.  Visit our partner libraries' websites and call them to see which passes they have available.

TECH THIS OUT: Tech THIS out!  If you have an e-reader or gadget that you want to learn how to use with free downloadable books, then we can help you.  You can have a brief lesson here called “Turn it On!” on your tech toy (Kindle, iPad, iPod, cell phone or other device compatible with Overdrive/Libby App) and learn how to put a free library e-book on it.  This is a basic tutorial for newbies.

Are you looking for some place to get help and to learn more about your device(s)? Get troubleshooting assistance, learn how to use your device(s), and discover the latest library apps, news, and online services!

Please register for an appointment.   Ask for Kathy Watson (tech toy technician) at (603) 362-5234.  (These tutorials are for resident card holders in good standing only, please.) 

Brief tutorials are also available for basic computer instructions such as setting up email, social media, etc.  When you register for a lesson please indicate your need.  If you can’t find a slot that suits you then email kwatson@kimballlibrary.com and Kathy will attempt to give you a unique appointment time.

FAMILY ZUMBA (Ages 4 to 104): Jump and jingle and work out some of those holiday calories on Friday, December 28^th at 5L30 PM. Join us for a fun and vigorous workout to music you love! Get exposed to dance moves from around the world in repetitious formats that are easy to follow. If you aren't sure- just move your feet to the beat!

Bring your family members, kids ages 4 and up and adults too to join the ultimate dancing party. Get healthy and strong together and have fun doing it!

Please wear clothing you can move in and supportive footwear. Bring a bottle of water and expect to sweat and have fun!

STEM TOYS AND BEYOND: Join us for some time exploring with our STEM building toys. Whether you're a pro at science, technology, engineering and math or you are just being introduced, you'll love expanding your brain power with our magnetic tiles, brain flakes and marble runs.
Anyone under 3 must be supervised by an adult in the room at all times due to small objects (marbles) as potential choking hazards.  Drop in anytime between 11 and 1 on Thursday, January 3^rd to enjoy these STEM toys!  Please register so we will know how many to expect.

Did you know that many STEAM opportunities exist at the library?  Beyond STEAM toy sessions, we have classes currently being offered such as Girls Who Code (grades 5 & up), Discovering STEAM (ages 3-6), and Snap Circuits Lab (grades 2-5).  Examples of past activities include building structures, designing car seat belts, learning about innovative women who code, Crazy Eights Math Club, building simple robots, working with Python and Scratch, live animal shows,  exploring the chemistry of chocolate, balloon science, and much more!  Keep a lookout for repeats of some of these as well as new ones coming down the pike.

We also have electronics for use such as iPads with education apps, digital cameras and ukuleles to check out, and our AWED computer station loaded with education games just for kids. 

Recurring STEM toy sessions include using KEVA planks, Magformers, Brainflakes, Legos, and Marble Runs.  We like to boast that we are enhancing Atkinson’s future architects, engineers, builders, and designers through cutting edge educational programs.

Recently we participated in STEAMING around the World at the Timberlane Regional Middle School with youth ages K and up.  People love rediscovering the library and the ways we can bring STEAM into their children’s lives.  Keep us with us on our website to sign up the youth in your life for STEAM adventures.

HOLIDAY HOURS: Please note we are open December 31 (New Year’s Eve) from 10-3, and we are closed January 1, 2019 for New Year’s Day.  We are thankful and excited to ringing in another new year with all our fabulous patrons!

MORE INFO: Go to www.kimballlibrary.com to register for events or use the data bases. You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register with a ‘human’. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one!

Kimball Library News 12/10/18

The Snap Circuits Lab is back, and it will give circuit curious youth opportunity to explore and build in step-by-step fashion for approximately one hour.

With its easy-to-follow instructions, Snap Circuits gives children a hands-on education in how electrical circuits work to run the everyday devices that they're familiar with. They'll also gain valuable lessons in building and in following instructions. With these projects, children will experiment with things like electric switches, integrated circuits, digital circuits, fuses, and the transformation of circuit sounds into other sounds. Because the projects are arranged in order of complexity, kids can build on their skills as they progress through the manual. The lessons start out with a simple electric light and switch project that demonstrates how electricity is turned on and off with a switch. Further along, kids can put together a two-speed fan, create clap-controlled sounds, and more. This is not a 'free play' activity.

Register youth in grades 2-5 only, please.  These single evening opportunities are happening on most Tuesday evenings in January and February at 6:30 PM.  More classes may be offered in future months depending on demand.

WRITER’S WORKSHOP (Grades 2-5): Capture the stories, poems or plays that are in your imagination on paper!

We'll provide brainstorming tools and books for ideas, laptops for typing out your writing, and tools and art materials to edit and illustrate your work. Creativity is key! Whether you are experienced with writing stories at home and school or you are not the best writer but are looking for a low-pressure environment to practice writing, this workshop could be your new favorite habit. We will meet to write on the first and third Wednesday's of the month. Sign up today!

In person registration is required for youth that will meet on Wednesdays from 3-4 PM starting in January: Please note that completion of drop off waiver by an adult caregiver is required BEFORE any student under age 10 can participate in this program without an adult caregiver present. Students may take the bus to the library from Atkinson Academy but arrangements must be made with the school prior to participation each session.

Librarians on duty are available to guide students to the best of their ability but please be advised that this not a formal writing center. We recommend signing students up that are able to read and write independently or with minimal adult guidance. Thank you for you cooperation and understanding.  Come in to the youth department and sign up today!

SAVVY CAREGIVER PROGRAM: The Savvy Caregiver program is a 6 week training program for caregivers who care for someone with Alzheimer's or Related Dementias. The program is facilitated by trained Practitioners. It is based on the notion that family members who become caregivers need to be trained to assume a new role- caregiving- for which they are unprepared and untrained. Throughout the program- and laced through the various program materials such as the Caregiver's Manual- the central concept that is emphasized is the notion of strategy. Caregivers will be urged to learn, develop and modify their strategies so they can accomplish their role of caregiving- which includes the contented involvement of the person they care for. The program builds information and knowledge about the illness, developing skills to manage daily life, and fosters a different attitude towards caregiving. The program is geared to informal caregivers of those either living at home or planning to return home, and in a moderate stage of illness.

The program runs for 6 weeks starting Thursday, January 10^th from 1-3 PM, and we ask that participants commit to attending all 6 week sessions. The program as indicated is for active and formal caregivers and not for professionals seeking certification and license requirements. This program is sponsored by Rockingham County ServiceLink and The Kimball Library.

For more information please contact: Co-leaders, Jinelle Hobson, Rockingham County ServiceLink at (603)893-9769 ext. 102 or Lois Powers, Adult Services at Kimball Library.

MORE INFO: Go to www.kimballlibrary.com to register for events or use the
 data bases. You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register with a ‘human’. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one!