Friday, April 28, 2017

Kimball Library News 5/1/17



We have an exciting new raffle going on at the library and tickets may be purchased at the main circulation desk.  Enter this raffle to win two Red Sox tickets and a limited edition poster signed by David Ortiz and artist, Peter Max!  Winners get to go see the Boston Red Sox play the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park. These tickets are for the game on Wednesday, September 6th, 2017.  The seats are awesome and located behind 3rd base in Field Box 57, Row B, Seats 3-4.

Tickets may be purchased by cash or check (made out to The Friends of Kimball Library) and cost $5 each or 3 for $10. Your purchase will support a great cause because all proceeds go towards adult and children's programs at the Kimball Library!  Hurry on over and buy often.  The winner will be drawn on Monday, June 5th.  You need not be present to win.   

Please note that the tickets were generously donated by Ted and Beth Vitas of Atkinson.  We are humbled and appreciative.

BOOK SALE:  Speaking of a great way to put your money to a good use for yourself and the library, we invite you to shop at our bigger-than-ever book sale going on in conjunction with the Town-wide Yard Sale on May 20th starting at 8:00 AM. 

Our book sale will include hard cover and paperback books, DVDs, music CDs, and miscellaneous puzzles and games.  Our prices range from $ .10 to 2.00 for the regular stock. Some “special” books are priced individually. There will be a “Bag Day” on Monday, May 22nd.  Remaining stock will be sold in either $3.00 or $5.00 bags – as much as you can fit! Don’t miss out!

CONCERTS IN THE COURTYARD SERIES:  We are kicking off the concerts in the Kimball Courtyard in May, and first on the docket is on Thursday, May 25th, at 6pm featuring harmonica and guitar duo, Baza.   

Baza celebrates the tradition of the playing the blues of the 1920s through the 1940s. They perform the music of early blues artists from the rich fertile region of the Mississippi Delta to the low rolling hills of the East Coast Piedmont. They play with deep respect, affection and authenticity, in a style that has been described as “gritty and soulful”.

Baza is composed of Doug Philbrook on guitar, vocals and foot percussion and Geof “Goody” Goodell on harmonica and vocals. Doug’s conversion to the blues was cemented through the recordings of Delta blues icon Robert Johnson. His playing on National Steel resonator guitars employs a variety of blues tunings, picking and bottleneck styles. His vocals are emotive and evocative of the classic blues howlers.
Geof’s blues journey began with the music John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers and harmonica stylist,Paul Butterfield. Geof’s playing is melodic, rhythmic and uplifting. His solo voice is passionate and vocal harmonies “spot on.”

Together they play songs of hard living, love, loss and celebration. They create a picture of the blues through the songs and stories of its pioneers and the times they lived. Their stage performances are informative, insightful, educational, musical and fun. Their audiences leave satisfied and blues converts.
Bring your lawn chair or spread out a blanket and enjoy a delightful evening of music as part of our Concerts in the Courtyard – 2017 Summer Concert Series!

Thanks to The Friends of the Kimball Library who are generously sponsoring this program.

*In the event of inclement weather this event will be moved indoors.

YOUTH PROGRAMING: As our school year winds down, we’re coming up on the last few weeks of story time programs, book discussions, knit a bit, and STEAM classes like Creative Words and Girls Who Code. Check out our calendar and make sure to catch our regular programs while you can!

HOLIDAY WEEKEND CLOSING: Please note that we are closed Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 20th through Monday, May 22nd.  This means that 2 day loans taken on Thursday will not be due until Tuesday.  HUZZAH!  Stock up accordingly.

MORE INFO: Go to www.kimballlibrary.com and not only read the posts on the page, but also click the calendar icon and see each event for the month and months to come.  Please also ‘like’ us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Flickr, Blogspot and Instagram.  Just send your email address by text message: text KIMBALLLIBRARY to 22828 to get on our newsletter mailing list.  You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234.

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