Kimball Library News 10/15/18

Timothy J. Crowley became Atkinson’s Chief of Police and was sworn in by the Atkinson Board of Selectmen on Monday, July 9, 2018. Chief Crowley is a 35-year law enforcement veteran of which he previously spent almost 30 with the Lowell Police Department.  We are excited to give you an opportunity to personally meet him.

Join us on Thursday, November 1st to ‘Meet and greet the Chief. We will have two scheduled meet up times at 1:00 and 6:30 PM. Sign up for one of the times and if you have a question you would like the Chief to address let us know at registration time.

14^th ANNUAL PEDDLERS MARKET: The Friends of Kimball Library have invited crafters, artisans and purveyors of fine foods to showcase their work at the ever-popular 14th Annual Peddlers Market.  A crowd pleaser, the market will be held at the Atkinson Community Center, 4 Main St., Rte. 121, Atkinson, NH on Saturday, November 3 from 9:00-3:00. Order your holiday greens and arrangements, purchase fresh Georgia pecans and exceptionally delicious baked food items along with an amazing variety of distinctive, practical, and whimsical gift items for friends and family.  Handicap and wheel chair accessible – Free Admission.  Contact Shirley Reed, 603-362-5752.

*Please take note that there are many beautiful raffle baskets prepared and you will be able to purchase tickets at the Kimball Library up until November 2nd near the circulation desk.  Buy early and often!

This fair is sponsored by the Friends of Kimball Library.

A FEW SECONDS WITH OUR FATHERS, SONGS & STORIES OF WWII: Join us for ‘A Few Seconds With Our Fathers: Songs and Stories of WWII,’ a tribute to WWII veterans, their families and generation.  Through personal and historical stories, Curt Bessette and Jenn Kurtz perform original songs, and popular tunes from the war years including a tribute to Curt's father, who was a WWII vet.  The concert also includes stories about the roles women played during the war and honors veterans of all wars.

Curt Bessette is an award-winning songwriter and guitarist who perform throughout the USA.  He was a Songwriting Finalist at the Kerrville Folk Festival (Texas) and the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival (New York).  Jenn Kurtz is a respected harmony singer who performs in numerous venues throughout New England. Curt and his wife Jenn live in Maine and currently perform throughout New England. Their mix of popular music as well as their original songs spans several decades.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Kimball Library and will be hosted on Thursday, November 8^th at 6:30 PM.  Help us plan accordingly by registering with us in advance.  Calling, jumping online, or coming by are all options. 

READER’S THEATER: Come to our Readers' Theater and read from a 'script'. No worry about remembering your lines, just play the part as you read. Everyone can have a turn, share the fun and perform without costumes or props. This is a great way to practice reading out loud and help you feel like a real performer!

We're including grades 2-5 so come and join us at the theater!! Please register for the Thursday, November 8^th performance that starts at 6:30 PM.

Parents, reader's theater is a strategy that combines reading practice and performing. Its goal is to enhance students' reading skills and confidence by having them practice reading with a purpose.  This is a fun way to build them up.  Please encourage your children to try it out. 

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 10/8/18

Want to knit OR crochet a bit? Join other tween and teens ages 9-19 after school on Mondays from 2:30-4:30pm. Wait, you don’t get out of school until 3? No worries, we are liking the idea of tweens and teens arriving at staggered times and staying for some or all of the time allotted. We’ll have two adults to help that know how to knit/crochet and one adult that is a novice who will learn along with you. *NEW THIS YEAR–Teens & tweens arriving from the bus may opt to work on homework until 3:15 when the elementary school kids arrive.

You need to bring your own supplies of yarn and needles. If you already know how to knit (or crochet) bring your project. If you are new to the craft, please talk to us to see what to start on. Don’t buy anything without coming in first. 

Wait, how will you get to the library? The middle school bus drops off here and the elementary bus does, too! You need to set that up with the bus company/school as to permission, etc. Once you get started you are welcome to keep your projects here so you don’t have to tote yours back and forth. Register ASAP and let’s crochet or knit!

TUESDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES: ‘Adrift’ ~ October 23^rd: When a young woman goes to Tahiti to discover herself, she becomes enamored with a handsome young man who has sailed out to the middle of the ocean to find himself. It’s not long before they fall in love, and the man entreats his new love to come with him on the trip of a lifetime. Everything is idyllic until they are faced with the ferocity of the ocean and something called Hurricane Raymond. With Mother Nature threatening their lives with every twist and turn of their boat, they will have to fight for survival. ADRIFT is based on the inspiring true story about the resilience of the human spirit and the transcendent power of love. 

FYI – There will be no movie on ~ October 30^th. Please note there has been a change in the schedule and there will be NO movie on October 30^th but join us November 6^th for Three Identical Strangers.

‘Three Identical Strangers’ ~ November 6^th: Documentary film covers a set of triplets separated at birth as a science experiment. Three families adopted each one of the brothers, all unaware of their status as triplets. The project analyzed how triplets function when they are raised apart in radically different situations. The brothers did not discover each other until they were 19 years old, completely by chance. Their story instantly becomes a global sensation complete, however, the reunion sets in motion a series of events that unearth an unimaginable secret — a secret with radical repercussions for us all. 

NEEDLE CRAFTERS: Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, rug braiding, quilting or another form of needle work come join us for Needle Crafters for adults.  Why should the tweens and teens have all the fun? Each Wednesday at 10:30 AM this informal gathering is a fun meet-up for those who are currently working on projects or who wish to start one.  Are you stuck on a stitch or confused by a pattern?  Most likely someone in the group can help.  It is a great group to get some ideas for beginning new projects as well.  This weekly meet and greet group enjoys conversation and laughs all while stitching away. Come alone and make a friend or bring a friend with you.  All experience levels and ages are welcome.  You do not need to be an Atkinson resident – all are invited.  Please bring your own supplies.

LET’S COOK TONIGHT: This is the second in a series of 3 cooking events for kids in grades 3-5. New registration is required each month, so the cooks may change! Our goal is to learn food preparation, take part in the cooking, and of course eat the meal together! Join us on October 25^th at 6:00 PM for preparation and enjoyment of a beefy vegetable soup. It is perfect for a cool autumn night so call or jump online to register your children ASAP.

FAMILY ZUMBA: Join us for a fun and vigorous workout to music you love on October 26^th at 5 PM.  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. We will dance outside if the weather allows. Bring a bottle of water and expect to sweat and have fun!

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’.