Kimball Library News 3/9/2020

The boating safely rush is on!  Register early to secure your seat.

NH BOATING SAFETY (2 Part Course): The following NH Boating Safety Courses will be held at the Kimball Library on the following dates: March 17 & 19 ~ 6:00 – 9:30 PM.

The New Hampshire Classroom Course covers a variety of topics including boat navigation, boating safety equipment, invasive aquatic species and laws and rules. This instructor-led class incorporates a range of learning methods consisting of lecture, videos, and student discussion. *Individuals must attend both evening classes.

Everyone 16 years of age and older who operates a motorboat over 25 horsepower on New Hampshire waters must have a valid boating education certificate. Students may register and take the course at 15 years old, although a boating education certificate will not be issued until their 16th birthday.

For requirements and to register visit:  NH Marine Patrol https://register-ed.com/programs/newhampshire/174

BALANCING BEAR YOGA: Kelsey Iani will be visiting us here at the Kimball Library again (by popular request!)  on Wednesday March 18, 2020 at 6:00 PM to teach a children’s yoga class for independent kids ages 5-10. We will learn stretches, poses, and meditations to keep us well and calm in body and mind. Please bring water and a yoga mat. Be sure to dress comfortably.  Preregistration is required with limited spots.  Non-residents are welcome.

MEET THE DIRECTOR: Join us anytime between 5:00 and 7:00 PM on March 24 for a ‘Meet and Greet’ with Karen Brown, the new Kimball Library Director, whose first day of employment in Atkinson was March 9, 2020. We are excited for a new leader to help us to continue to be on the cutting edge with programs and services, and she’s excited to meet all of you. Light refreshments will be served. Come for any or all of the time allotted. 

MAXIMIZING SOCIAL SECURITY AND INVESTING FOR RETIREMENT: Are you one of the many Americans who do not fully maximize their Social Security benefits? 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 join us on Thursday, April 2, at 6:30 PM for ‘Maximizing Social Security with Andrew Githmark’.  Andrew will address what spousal benefits are available if you are married, widowed or divorced. He will review the potential effects that working in retirement and having a public employee or government pension can have on your benefits. With his National Social Security Advisor certification, his goal is to provide you the understanding all the various claiming strategies to help you maximize your benefits and bring you financial clarity.

Andy Githmark is a Founding Partner and Wealth Manager at Steward Partners Global Advisory in Manchester.  He has been in the financial services industry since 1997, serving as a trusted financial advisor since 2010.  Please register to attend this program.

UPCOMING BOOK DISCUSSIONS: All book discussions are open to the public, and books can be checked out of the library if you have a library card from Atkinson, Plaistow, or Sandown. Books of the month are ‘The Secrets of Mary Bower’ by Lois Leveen on 3/17 at 6 PM, ‘Nory Ryan's Song’ by Patricia Reilly Giff on 3/19 at 6:30 PM for grades 3-4, ‘The Masterpiece’ by Fiona Davis on 3/25 at 10:15 AM, ‘Lifeboat 12’ by Susan Hood on 4/1 for tweens, and ‘The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater on 4/14 for teens and those that love young adult literature.  Please consider joining us for any or all of the discussions.

UPCOMING TUESDAY MOVIES: Join us at 1:00 PM on 3/17 for ‘Richard Jewell’, on 3/24 for ‘1917’, on 3/31 for ‘Midway, and on 4/7 for ‘Little Women’.  Movies are subject to change.  Check the website for the latest information.  Popcorn will be served.  Seating is first come, first served.  Please plan accordingly.

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