Kimball Library News: February 2023

Monday, February 27, 2023

Kimball Library News 2/26/23

Three new drop-in programs for toddlers and preschool age children have been added to the event calendar.

PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME: Why organize a gathering time to ‘just’ play? Play improves the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children and young people. Through play, children learn about the world and themselves. They also learn skills they need for study, work and relationships such as confidence.

Caregivers also need time to connect and form relationships with other adults who are caring for similar aged children. If a time is organized, we can be assured that the littles have someone to play with and the adults can visit.

Drop in on Mondays from 11-12. Building toys for toddlers will be out in the meeting room as well as our other toys in the Children’s Room such as coloring, Lego table, train table, kitchen set and more! Registration is not required.

CURIOUS KIDS: Drop in on Wednesday mornings between 10:15 and 11:45 in the Children’s Craft Barn so your ‘curious creatures’ can explore some sensory learning materials. Play will be monitored and guided by caregivers. The Library will set the stage for curious minds. Toddlers and preschool children are welcome with their caregivers and siblings. Come when you can, leave when you must!

Adult supervision is necessary. Librarians are available to guide and play, but caregivers must remain in the room. Registration is not required.

TODDLER TIME: Need for more events for toddlers? We are here for you!

Did you know that play is extremely important for a child's development?

Drop into the Children's Room on Thursdays anytime from 11:30-1:30 and play with the stations we set up for you. We'll have building toys, sensory bins and bags, and more! Adult supervision is necessary.

FEMALE DISRUPTIONS-STORIES OF MIGHTY FEMALE SCIENTISTS: After discovering that children were getting sick and dying from rare cancers in her small town, Mindi Messmer led the charge to uncover environmental issues that were poisoning the drinking water and environment in her town. She exposed the high rates of cancer in her town and across the state. She worked to prevent cancer and chronic disease and hold polluters accountable for environmental issues with science, science-based policy and advocacy. Join us on Thursday, March 30^th at 6:00 PM as Messmer discusses her book Female Disruptors: Stories of Mighty Female Scientist.

Messmer is an environmental and regulatory scientist. She has an M.S. in clinical and translational science from Georgetown University. After seeing the environmental impact on children in her community, she was prompted to run for and hold a seat in the New Hampshire House of Representatives. Through her extensive work in science and politics, she has influenced the discourse on environmental protections, cancer prevention, and science-based policy.

Messmer will have copies of her book available for purchase for those interested.

NEW ART DISPLAY: Jackie Cunningham is a life-long resident of New England with a keen appreciation for its magnificent geography and beauty. Working in oils, she specializes in landscapes and still lifes.

You can enjoy the beautiful work of your Atkinson neighbor and art teacher at the Library in the Meeting Room from February 27th through the month of March.

COMMUNITY KNITTERS: Stop by on Thursdays between 10 and noon to knit for charity. It’s a friendly group that enjoys sharing their talents. Registration is not required.

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 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a staff person who would love to help you. We are open from 9:30 AM to 8 PM Monday – Thursday, 9:30 AM to 5 PM on Friday and 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM on Saturday.

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Kimball Library News 2/19/23

The Friends of the Kimball Library are bringing Pixie Yates to Atkinson to lead a hands-on watercolor color class. She will teach you how to paint beautiful floral designs in a variety of styles. She provides all the materials, you just need to bring your creative self.

Registration is required via our website or by calling for this artsy event on Tuesday, March 21^st from 1-2 PM. Don’t delay as seating is limited.

Pixie Yates is an NYC and MA-based artist, designer, illustrator, and educator. Pixie is known for her dreamy, effervescent, color-drenched style that invokes a sense of style and delight. Pixie’s watercolor and acrylic works features colorful flowers, seagrass, sunsets, cafes and shop windows, cocktails, perfume bottles, and more. She is inspired by the places and objects people find meaningful and accepts custom work. She also teaches and shares her unique style through art-making workshops for adults and children.

SOCIAL SECURITY STRATEGIES: When it comes to Social Security, less than half (43%) of future retirees feel they have a good understanding of the topic. Knowing how and when you choose to collect Social Security benefits can be complex because it ultimately depends on your unique circumstances. With retirees living longer today than previous generations, your choice of when to retire and collect Social Security benefits can make a significant difference in the income you collect in retirement.

Please come join us for an interactive seminar on Thursday, March 21^st at 6:30 PM presented by Andrew Githmark. Andrew will cover what spousal benefits are available if you are married, widowed or divorced. He’ll review the potential effects that working in retirement and claiming early can have on your benefits.

Learn the information you need to help ensure you fully realize the value of lifetime benefit maximization. Social Security rules are complex and constantly evolving. This seminar will help you avoid potential pitfalls so you are better prepared to make these important lifetime decisions.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

BOOK DISCUSSIONS: The following discussions are all open to the public and are meeting at the Kimball Library. Copies of the book are available at the main circulation desk for check-out.

T/weens (Middle & High School): Meeting on Wednesday, March 1^st at 7 PM and discussing Bruiser by Neil Schusterman.

Evening Adult Group: Meeting on Tuesday, March 21^st at 6 PM and discussing The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by by Kim Michele Richardson.

Morning Adult Group: Meeting on Wednesday, March 22^nd at 10:15 AM and discussing The Secret Garden by Francis Hodgson Burnett.

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 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a staff person who would love to help you. We are open from 9:30 AM to 8 PM Monday – Thursday, 9:30 AM to 5 PM on Friday and 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM on Saturday.

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Kimball Library News 2/12/23

We have activities for the kids in your lives going on all of vacation week from February 27^th to March 3^rd. If you missed an article describing some of the events, please visit our website or blog listed at the end of this article.

CRAFTY KIDS: Make two crafts today, not just one! Have you made a dancing princess before? Or a straw rocket that works? Kids love to craft, and we aim to please. Join us on Thursday, March 2^nd from 3:30-4:30 PM to get crafty with Mrs. Birr.

No registration required, so please just drop in.

READER’S THEATER: Do you like to read? Would you want your reticent reader to get a little practice reading a play? Have your kids take a part in the reading night at the Kimball Theater. Everything is ready for the theater magic, but we need eager readers in grades 1-5 to participate on March 2nd from 6:00-7:00 PM.

Please register so we have the right sized play for the number of readers and enough scripts for all.

POKEMON HUNT: Can you find ‘em all? Stop by the Children’s Room on Friday, March 3rd between 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM to pick up your Pokedex and see how many you can find hiding in the Library. When you've found them all, turn it in for a special little prize! Come when you can, leave when you must.

WINTER SLIME: Join us to make your very own winter slime here at the Library on Friday, March 3^rd at 1:00 PM. Add glitter, color, and other items to make it unique.

Please be advised that we will probably get messy, so dress accordingly! Youth in kindergarten to grade 5 are invited to register to participate.

BRING YOUR OWN CRAFT, PAINT & COLOR: Come unwind, de-stress and create every week on Mondays between 12:30 and 2:30 PM. Individuals come together to dabble in painting, coloring or creative crafts using oil, acrylic, watercolor, pen and pencil. Folks are required to bring their own supplies to work on their canvas, wood, sketchpads and coloring books. Bring whatever project you are working on. Group size will be limited, and registration is required.

Research shows that creative activities help you relax. This is an open time so feel free to stay the entire two hours, leave early or come late. Remember, this is a no stress event so if you only have half an hour to spare then spend it relaxing with fellow creative art enthusiasts.

AVAILABLE POSITION: As of April 12^th there will be an 11 month trustee position available. Please head to our website and peruse the ‘About Us’ section to view the detailed job description. Potential candidates may turn in paperwork starting February 20, 2023

Monday, February 6, 2023

Kimball Library News 2/5/23

Upcoming book discussions have books ready and waiting for you to check out. All are open to newcomers.

T/WEEN BOOK DISCUSSION: Join the most chill t/weens and chat with us about Bruiser by Neal Shusterman on March 1st at 7:00 PM! We serve candy and the coolest conversation. Register yourself and your bestie.

When Brontë starts dating Brewster “Bruiser” Rawlins – the guy voted “Most Likely to Get the Death Penalty” her twin brother, Tennyson, isn’t surprised. But then strange things begin to occur. Tennyson and Brontë’s scrapes heal unnaturally fast, and cuts disappear before their eyes. What at first seems like their good fortune turns out to be more than they bargained for…much more.

EVENING BOOK GROUP: February 21^st at 6:00 PM we will discuss The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford.

As painful recollections affect her present life, Dorothy discovers that trauma isn’t the only thing she’s inherited. A stranger is searching for her in each time period. A stranger who’s loved her through all of her genetic memories. Dorothy endeavors to break the cycle of pain and abandonment, to finally find peace for her daughter, and gain the love that has long been waiting, knowing she may pay the ultimate price.

MORNING BOOK GROUP: February’s choice pick is Snow by John Banville. We will meet on February 22nd at 10:15 AM.

Following the discovery of the corpse of a highly respected parish priest at Ballyglass House, the County Wexford family seat of the aristocratic, secretive Osborne family, Detective Inspector St John Strafford is called in from Dublin to investigate. Strafford faces obstruction from all angles, but carries on determinedly in his pursuit of the murderer. However, as the snow continues to fall over this ever-expanding mystery, the people of Ballyglass are equally determined to keep their secrets.

STORIES & CRAFT: Preschool age children can start their day right by making something special! They can get their little hands ready to work and have fun, too. No registration required for this special class on Tuesday, February 28th, at 10:15 AM during our week of Staycation activities.

BE ZEN: Stay-cations are for relaxing, and we have that in mind and have blocked off Tuesday, February 28th from 3-5:00 PM for your kids and teens to drop by. Ages 10+ will gather to relax with adult coloring, try Zentangle, or use some of our self-soothing items in the Atkinson Room. Preschool to age 10 will gather in the Children’s Craft Barn where we will have some select soothing activities out such as coloring and sensory play. Come when you can and leave when you must. As always, bring a friend because the more, the merrier!

Registration is not required. Children under 10 may not be left unattended.

YOU SCREAM, WE SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM: Subzero Nitrogen Ice Cream is coming back to the Kimball Library on Wednesday, March 1st, at 6:00 PM for a tasty STEM event!

By demonstrating how liquid nitrogen can be used to freeze fresh ingredients into fresh ice cream, we keep the children amused, and give them a lesson on the properties of liquid nitrogen, gas laws, and the application of science to food. SubZero Nitrogen staff from Nashua, NH will be our teachers. Each registrant will receive ice cream at the end of the program. They bring a non-dairy option for those who may need it. Everything they bring is nut, gluten and egg free. There will be chocolate, vanilla, and bubble gum options. People get to choose which flavor they want.

The science behind this event is developmentally geared for youth in kindergarten and up and their parents or grandparents. Because this is a 'family' event, we ask that adults come accompanied by a child in kindergarten through high school.

This is paid for by the Library by the serving, so please only register if you can commit to coming. Registration is limited. Kimball card holders will have priority.

HOLIDAY HOURS: The Kimball Library will be closed on Monday, February 20^th for Presidents Day. Please note that Libby, Kanopy and hoopla are available 24/7 with a Kimball Library card in good standing. World Access News/Newsbank and the Wall St Journal can be found under the Online Resources link on our website.

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