Kimball Library News 7/31/22

The Morning Book Group has been meeting for years with regulars, but they are always welcoming newcomers so please don’t hesitate to come!

On August 24^th at 10:15 AM, we will be discussing ‘An Invisible Thread’ by Laura Schroff. Come by to chat with us or just listen in. Delightful conversation and the potential for new friendships are always available.

An Invisible Thread tells of the unlikely friendship between a busy executive and a disadvantaged young boy, and how both of their lives changed forever.

“Excuse me lady, do you have any spare change? I am hungry.”

When I heard him, I didn’t really hear him. His words were part of the clatter, like a car horn or someone yelling for a cab. They were, you could say, just noise—the kind of nuisance New Yorkers learn to tune out. So I walked right by him, as if he wasn’t there.

But then, just a few yards past him, I stopped.

And then—and I’m still not sure why I did this—I came back.

FILM CLUB: There are more films coming up in August that you won’t want to miss! Start time is 1:00 PM, but if you arrive early you can choose your seat and catch up with friends before the show starts.

8-16-2022 – The Lost City: A reclusive romance novelist, Loretta Sage writes about exotic places in her popular adventure novels that feature a handsome cover model named Alan. While on a book tour, the two get swept up in a kidnapping attempt that lands them both in a cutthroat jungle adventure. Rated PG – 13  Runtime:  112 minutes

8-30-2022 – Downton Abbey: A New Era: Join the Crawley family and the Downton staff on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess’ newly inherited villa. Rated:  PG  Runtime: 125 minutes

TCMA CONCERT BAND: Join us for an evening of fun, food, and music on Thursday, August 18th.

5:00 PM Cookout: The cookout is a fundraiser with proceeds to directly support the Elder Service Transportation Fund. $8 /person– a hamburger OR a hotdog, chips, a slice of watermelon and a drink. $4 for only a hamburger or a hotdog, or an additional hamburger OR a hotdog.  To purchase and/or order tickets, please contact Elder Services 603 362-9582 or Email:  elderservices@atkinson-nh.gov

5:30 PM Ice Cream Social: A free delicious dish of ice cream sundae and toppings (limit one per person) which is sponsored by Atkinson Recreation.

6:00 TCMA (formerly the Timberlane Community Band), now in its 23rd season, is a free, volunteer band, founded and conducted by Anthony DiBartolomeo, retired Director of Music for the Timberlane Regional School District.  The band performs at various indoor and outdoor venues in the greater Southern New Hampshire area.  Please bring your lawn chairs and/or blanket to sit on.  There is some limited seating in the Library courtyard as well.  This will be a fun summer night to enjoy with friends and family.  We do suggest carpooling due to limited parking. The concert is free and open to all regardless if you have tickets to the cookout.

For any additional questions please contact:  Noriko at 603-362-1098 or Email at commrec@atkinson-nh.gov.

BOOK DONATIONS: Starting on August 13^th, we will once again be receiving book donations for the upcoming sale in September. The titles we are most desirous of are hardcovers that are 5 years old or less. We do not accept textbooks, Readers’ Digest Condensed books, or books that are more than gently worn. If you have more than one bagful, please call ahead so we can meet you at the back door for unloading. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the databases and online services. Miss a news article? Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 7/24/22

Dear Summer Reading Friends,

YOU DID IT. You got well over the 200 required registrations to make my hair blue. Come to the Library during the first 3 weeks of August to see for yourself! OR, look on Instagram or Facebook for the reveal.

See you SOON. Meanwhile, keep reading!

Love, Ms. Kathy

ANIMALS & ICE: McDonny’s is back at the Kimball Library on August 3^rd at 6:00 PM for our ‘Oceans of Possibilities’ summer reading finale along with Kona Ice!

McDonny's Traveling Farm is designed to allow for interaction between your children and the farm animals. From looking at a duck's webbed feet to learning what a rooster says, your child and your guests leave with a new knowledge and respect for animals.

This is the perfect opportunity for you to make special memories with your children, including watching them holding a baby chick, cuddling with a cute baby bunny, or coming face-to-face with an affectionate baby goat.

Also, to reward our summer reading registered friends, we have Kona Ice for a refreshing treat!

This is all made possible by our lovely Friends of the Kimball Library.

THE LAST DUO: Greg Descoteau and Dan Sirois are both accomplished singer-songwriters and their vocal and instrumental talents compliment each other. With top-notch harmonies, The Last Duo is a diverse, highly entertaining acoustic duo that performs songs from a wide range of artists such as The Everly Brothers, America, Simon & Garfunkel, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, and many more.

The 2022 Summer Concert Series is generously sponsored by George Family Charities.

Don't forget to invite your friends and family to join you and enjoy an evening of music on Thursday, Aug 11^th, at 6:00 PM.

CRAFTING A FAIRY LIGHT:  Join Cathie and Lois as they will show you the ins and outs of creating a fairy light on Tuesday, August 16^th at 6:00 PM. Using recycled wine bottles, learn how to create some mood lighting and add a special glow for your window or patio. In addition, they will discuss and demonstrate how to create an all-natural insect repellent that can be placed in a bowl to use outside when entertaining on those “fairy” filled fall nights.  

Gather up your friends and family.  Registration is required and seating is limited. A non-refundable materials fee of $15.00 must be paid at time of registration. *If you register online, registration will not be confirmed unless materials fee has been paid.  

5 X 5 X 5 KINDERGARTEN CLUB READINESS: For 5-year old children heading to kindergarten for 5 weeks, at 5 o’clock!

Starting school can sometimes be scary. Come practice your ‘school skills’ and make some friends! We’ll read stories, learn about schedules, play some games, make a craft, and most importantly- have lots of fun!

This class is designed to help preschoolers feel comfortable in taking the next step in their learning careers. We’ll be practicing our listening skills, raising our hands, and making new friends. Register your ‘fives’ to start the fun part of school early. Miss Katie will be hosting on Mondays at 5 PM.

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the databases and online services. Miss a news article? Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 7/17/22

Dear Summer Reading Friends,

Many of you are excited to know if you have ‘WON’ the Summer Reading Challenge of meeting the goal of 200 registrations so I will dye my hair ‘ocean blue’. The challenge is open until July 30th, so on August 1, I will give the final count! I know it seems like a long time to wait, but I’m on vacation in late July, and you want to SEE the answer, right?

See you in early August for the final reveal! Meanwhile, KEEP reading!

Love, Ms. Kathy

WE’RE HIRING: Do you thrive on interacting with people and serving your community? Can you deliver excellent customer service? Are you an avid reader, movie lover or frequent library user? The Kimball Library is looking for a person who enjoys interacting with both children and adults, is detail oriented, and has excellent communication and technology skills. This position requires: outstanding customer service skills, ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally, and electronically, ability to utilize automated circulation system and to execute circulation policies and procedures, excellent computer skills, ability to deal with multiple tasks and give friendly, respectful, helpful service to all library users. For a full description with responsibilities and necessary qualifications, please visit our website.

This job is for the following hours: Mon. 9:00 - 1:00 PM, one fixed evening a week from 4:30 - 8:00 PM and Saturdays in rotation from 9:00 - 3:00 PM working in both the adult and youth areas of the Library. Approximately 10 hours a week. The opportunity exists to pick up other shifts as needed. The wage is $16 per hour. This position does not carry benefits. Position is open until filled with a first review of applicants beginning immediately. Send letter of interest and resume to: director@kimballlibrary.com

OPINIONATED OCTOPUSES: Bring your most recent favorite reads on Tuesday, August 2^nd, at 6:00 PM to Kimball Library and be part of the selection process for the 2022-2023 T/ween Book Discussion Group academic year. (Sept-June). We typically meet monthly on the first Wednesday.  This is your opportunity to bring books to pitch for reading in the upcoming year. YOUR opinion, matters! Book talk and convince us that your choices are the best.

FILM ENTHUSIAST CLUB: Are you a Cineaste (an enthusiast for or devotee of movies or filmmaking)? If so, join us for this film group. View award winning films, documentaries, foreign films and modern classics. Watch the feature film and then join the group in giving a 'thumbs up' review.

Showing on August 2^nd at 1:00 PM, ‘Fatherhood’. Rated: PG – 13   Runtime: 109 minutes

A father brings up his baby girl as a single dad after the unexpected death of his wife who died a day after their daughter's birth.

As always, Kleenex will be available for those 'laugh until you cry' movie moments.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, Facebook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources.

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the databases and online services. Miss a news article? Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 7/10/22

 Sometimes summer life is hectic and we can’t be committed to a certain event on a certain date and time. For youth summer reading activities, we have sprinkled in some open-ended events so you can decide at the last minute. Coming up on the calendar you should check out the following—Book Character Scavenger Hunt, Color My Ocean, Oceans of Engineering, Pokémon Scavenger Hunt, and SEAk and Find. All these events are ‘come when you can, and leave when you must’ at various dates and times.

5 X 5 X 5 KINDERGARTEN CLUB READINESS: For 5-year old children heading to kindergarten (and their caregivers), for 5 weeks, at 5 o’clock!

Starting school can sometimes be scary. Come practice your ‘school skills’ and make some friends! We’ll read stories, learn about schedules, play some games, make a craft, and most importantly- have lots of fun!

This class is designed to help preschoolers feel comfortable in taking the next step in their learning careers. We’ll be practicing our listening skills, raising our hands, and making new friends. Register your ‘fives’ to start the fun part of school early. Miss Katie will be hosting on Mondays at 5 PM starting on July 25.

SEA GLASS ART: Have you ever collected sea glass on the beach? Did you know you can use it to make some really cool art pieces? Find out how in this fun beach themed class! This class is geared for t/weens entering grades five and up. Invite your bestie and a few others to be cool and creative. Register for July 27^th at 6 PM and make friends with Katie, Youth Services Librarian.

This is an Oceans of Possibilities summer reading event sponsored by The Friends of Kimball Library.

KNOCK ON WOOD COURTYARD CONCERT: Knock on Wood is a high-energy acoustic folk-rock duo, featuring singer-songwriter Howie Newman on guitar, lead vocals and harmonica. Howie is joined by Joe Kessler on fiddle and mandolin. Joe is considered one of the top fiddlers in the area and has an energetic improvisational style that includes folk, rock, jazz and bluegrass. He is also an outstanding backup vocalist.

The duo performs Classic Rock covers and funny original songs (suitable for all ages). It’s a very lively show with great musicianship, nice vocal harmonies and a little humor here and there. Howie Newman has opened for Tom Paxton, Vance Gilbert, Brewer & Shipley, Pure Prairie League, Bill Staines, Lui Collins, Don White, Modern Man and many others.

If you would like to receive a reminder or updates about this event, you may register for this concert taking place on July 28^th at 6:00 PM. Otherwise, just drop by! Don’t forget to invite your friends and family to join you to enjoy a fine evening of music.

The 2022 Summer Concert Series is generously sponsored by George Family Charities.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, Facebook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources.

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the databases and online services. Miss a news article? Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 7/3/22

Have you experienced any of our summer concerts yet? We’ve already had two and there’s more to come! We have music planned for all ages and genres. Take a peek on the calendar to see what is coming up and plan to rock out with us.

KEY OF SEA WITH STEVE BLUNT: Flap your fins & flop your tails to the Key of Sea with everyone’s favorite, Steve Blunt! Steve performs ocean-themed songs & stories guaranteed to make a splash at the Library. Big and little fish alike will be hooked by this summer reading show—with plenty of fun and upbeat songs in the key of sea.

All are ages welcome on July 13^th at 6:00 PM. The show is geared for the littles to age 10, but all ages love Steve and his music. We will be in the Library Courtyard, weather permitting, so bring blankets and beach chairs if you wish, or use our built-in seating.

This is an Oceans of Possibilities summer reading event sponsored by The Friends of Kimball Library.

JUNGLE JIM: Join us in the Library Courtyard on July 20^th at 6:00 PM for Jungle Jim of Boston's all-new Splash Into Reading Program! Jim's high-energy balloon show has everything you've come to expect: interactive engagement; all-ages humor; and a performance that will delight and amaze you. This show features giant ocean creature creation; routines that promote books and reading; over a dozen volunteers performing on stage with Jungle Jim; and of course, the giant 6-foot balloon!

The event is geared for children, but Jungle Jim appeals to all ages! This is an Oceans of Possibilities summer reading event sponsored by The Friends of Kimball Library.

TECH WITH JOE: Children entering grades 1-3 in the fall can learn how to program with us! SCRATCH is a free programming language and online community where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations. Sign up for Monday, July 18, at 4:00 PM.

Joe is also offering a separate class for grades 4-8 on Monday, July 18, at 6:00 PM. Registrants will be able to create and print one 3D design. Kids love learning from teenagers! Sign them up for this unique opportunity.

To learn more about Joe's work visit his website www.techwithjoe.com.

WATER WARS: T/weens (Grades 5 and up), on July 19^th at 6:00 PM, this means WAR! Water wars will have a myriad of games that are fast-paced and competitive. Please dress accordingly as you will most likely get wet! Some games will be in the Library Courtyard, but  we may play some games inside, too.  Invite all your friends because party games are best with lots of peeps!

Pro tip: BRING A TOWEL and a great attitude.

SUMMER MOTHER GOOSE CAMP: Mother Goose will start a week after the other preschool camps. The first session is on Monday, July 18^th at 10:30 AM. Infants through age 3 with their caregivers are invited to join us for simple stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs modeling the Mother Goose curriculum. Check the calendar for specific dates.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, Facebook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources.

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the databases and online services. Miss a news article? Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 6/26/22

 The challenge to turn Kathy Watson’s hair ocean blue by the amount of summer reading registrations is ON. Only 3 weeks into it and the kids have delivered a total of 130 which puts them only 70 away from making it happen. Stay tuned, or better yet, come by the Library and see the thermometer in the lobby to check the progress.

TURTLES ALL THE WAY DOWN: In keeping with the summer reading theme (Oceans of Possibilities) the book of the month for t/weens is 'Turtles All the Way Down' by John Green.

It all begins with a fugitive billionaire and the promise of a cash reward. Turtles All the Way Down is about lifelong friendship, the intimacy of an unexpected reunion, Star Wars fan fiction, and tuatara. But at its heart is Aza Holmes, a young woman navigating daily existence within the ever-tightening spiral of her own thoughts.

Join the most chill t/weens and chat with us about this book! Copies are available for the asking. We serve candy and the coolest conversation. Register yourself and your bestie. What kind of candy would fit the theme on Wednesday, July 6 at 6 PM? SWEDISH FISH and TURTLES are on the menu!

BITTY BEACH CAMP: Children ages 3-6 with their caregivers are invited to join us for itty bitty stories, rhymes, finger plays or songs and simple crafts on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM. Once registered you are enrolled for the entire summer camp session. This, and the Seaside Sensory Camp, are Oceans of Possibilities summer reading events.

SEASIDE SENSORY CAMP: Join us for an exceptional exploratory class: Seaside Sensory Story Time!

Some story times are too long! Some classes are too easy. Sensory Story Time is just right for your two or three-year-old who is almost ready for full story time but may still be challenged by so much structure.

Join us for one story, followed by an opportunity to work with sensory and art activities that reinforce what was heard in the story. Please register once for the summer session.

SUMMER CONCERT WITH THE JORDAN TW TRIO: Join us for an evening of outstanding music and entertainment on Thursday, July 14, at 6:00 PM.  In the event of inclement weather, this concert will be moved from the Courtyard to inside the Library.

About The Musicians:  Putting a fresh spin on traditional Celtic music, the Jordan TW Trio delivers a dynamic show full of lively fiddle tunes, haunting airs, and classic sing-alongs. Fiddler/singer Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki is joined by fellow New Hampshire natives Matt Jensen on guitar and Chris Noyes on upright bass. Their shows blend the music of Ireland and Scotland with their own original material, drawing on multiple genres to produce a unique sound that has been described as “larger-than-life” and “brisk, lean, and exceedingly lovely.” In 2013 Jordan was awarded the title of “Master Artist” by the NH State Council On The Arts, and later named “Best Fiddler 2016” by NH Magazine. He composed the New England Emmy®-nominated theme music for WMUR’s New Hampshire Chronicle, and the Trio formed the core band that recorded it. They have appeared live on NHPR’s “The Folk Show,” provided music for projects ranging from Ted Talks to children’s programs, and their albums can be heard on radio stations around the British Isles as well as here in New England. Two-time winners of “Best Of Weddings” from The Knot, they also perform regularly at listening rooms, concert halls, and festivals.

The 2022 Summer Concert Series is generously sponsored by George Family Charities.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, Facebook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources.

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the databases and online services. Miss a news article? Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.