Kimball Library News 10/17/21

Cathie Piccolo and Lois Powers researched high and low, both online and through books and magazines for their next craft project to tackle.  Join them for their next 'Bibliocraft” class where they will show you the ins and outs to creating a Luminary for the Holidays.

In this creative and as always fun class, Cathie and Lois will provide the instructions, materials, embellishments and support for you as you craft away. Each person will receive a jar to decorate.  All Artisans start somewhere, and this craft makes a wonderful gift or holiday decor for the home.

Registration is required, and seating is limited to 10. A non-refundable materials fee of $10.00 must be paid at time of registration. Stop in at the library and register today or call for more information. Class takes place on Thursday, November 18^th, at 6:00 PM.

VACATION GETAWAY FRIENDS OF KIMBALL LIBRARY FUNDRAISER: One week’s lodging at The Mountain View Resort has been donated to the Friends of the Kimball Library by an Atkinson resident. The dates are during the romantic week of February 13th, 2021. Total occupancy of the unit is 8 persons and it is a beautifully equipped 3-floor condominium in scenic North Conway, NH. (mt-view-resort.com). There is so much to see and do in the area–these accommodations are perfect for friends, family, or a romantic getaway.

Tickets are $20 each and there are only 100 printed. You can purchase your chances at the Kimball Library. Tickets are on sale NOW and will be until the drawing on Wednesday, November 24 @ 1:00

CASH OR CHECK ONLY, please. Checks are payable to The Friends of Kimball Library.

FILM ENTHUSIAST CLUB: There are still 4 slots open to join this fun fan-of-films 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. Sign up and you will be all set to enjoy the films to be shown on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday until the end of the year.

DEVICE UPDATES: As of October 1, some users with older electronic devices were no longer able to use the Libby app or access NH Downloadable Books on those devices. This has mainly affected iPad users. The quickest way to check if an iPad is incompatible:

Open the Settings app/Tap General/Tap About/View the Software Version or Version. If the software version is 9.x or lower, the device is no longer compatible.

You can try updating the device, but if device states that the software is already up to date, there is no other way to resolve the issue as your device is too outdated.

HOLIDAY CLOSING: Please note that we will be closed on Thursday, November 11^th, in honor of Veterans’ Day. Stock up in advance, or as always, Hoopla, Libby, Kanopy and other online services are open 24/7.

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.

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

Kimball Library News 10/10/21

If you love the library and want to have a voice about it within the Town of Atkinson, you may wish to spend a bit of your Saturday hearing what Trustees do and how they shape library policies.

You may learn how your skills and talents can be used and decide to become involved in giving back to our community. Or, you might become more enlightened about this important community asset and plan your involvement for a future date. It’s a great opportunity either way!

On October 30, 2021, there will be a brief presentation at the Library to describe the role and expectations of the Trustee in managing the operations of the Library and its staff. There are no obligations beyond listening and hopefully learning.

Trustees will be available to describe the role and requirements of this elected office. Please register to attend. The informative session starts at 10:15 and is expected to run about an hour long depending on questions.

FRIENDS OF KIMBALL LIBRARY FUNDRAISER:  One week’s lodging at The Mountain View Resort has been donated to the Friends of the Kimball Library by an Atkinson resident. The dates are during the romantic week of February 13th, 2021. Total occupancy of the unit is 8 persons and it is a beautifully equipped 3-floor condominium in scenic North Conway, NH. (mt-view-resort.com). There is so much to see and do in the area–these accommodations are perfect for friends, family, or a romantic getaway.

Tickets are $20 each and there are only 100 printed. You can purchase your chances at the Kimball Library. Tickets are on sale NOW and will be until the drawing on Wednesday, November 24. Cash or check only, please. Checks should be made payable to The Friends of Kimball Library.

BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB: We’re starting a new season of Brown Bag reading! Read the book and come with some of your dinner in a bag.  We eat, talk, and treats and drinks are provided.  Please register grades 3-6 to join and discuss with us.

Our book for October is Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo. We meet on the 28^th at 6:00 PM.

It begins, as the best superhero stories do, with a tragic accident that has unexpected consequences. The squirrel never saw the vacuum cleaner coming, but self-described cynic Flora Belle Buckman, who has read every issue of the comic book Terrible Things Can Happen to You! is the just the right person to step in and save him. What neither can predict is that Ulysses (the squirrel) has been born anew, with powers of strength, flight, and misspelled poetry—and that Flora will be changed too, as she discovers the possibility of hope and the promise of a capacious heart.

NEW CATALOG: Starting on October 19^th, Kimball Library will have a new Library Catalog experience for you. The web address will be kimball.aspendiscovery.org.

Aspen is a full-featured Discovery System that integrates with eContent and other third-party providers, giving you comprehensive access to all of your materials in one place. Aspen combines the traditional library catalog with e-content, digital archives, and enrichment from all major third-party providers. It also improves relevancy and ease of use, provides native reading recommendations, displays all formats of titles within one result, and much more.

Sound too good to be true? Check it out! We value your input.

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 10/3/21

We are pleased to announce that we have a new Youth Services Librarian-Miss Katie Cloughley.

Katie is originally from Goffstown, New Hampshire and spent some time as an undergraduate working with a wildlife rehabilitator before she went on to get her MILS. She previously worked at the Bedford Public Library in Bedford, New Hampshire where she created programs -- often science-based, for children up to 12 years old. The messier the program, the better! She loves to explore and create almost as much as the kids she works with!

Her first programs coming up will be Sensory Storytime. STEAM and STEM based programming is her jam! See the details below.

SENSORY STORYTIME: Join us for an exceptional exploratory class: Sensory Storytime!

Some story times are too long!

Some classes are too easy.

Sensory Storytime is just right for your two or three-year-old who is almost ready for full storytime, but may still be challenged by so much structure. Thursday mornings at 10:30 will be just the right place for your child at Kimball Library.

Join us for one story, followed by an opportunity to play with sensory and art activities that reinforce what was heard in the story. Please register once for the fall session. Visit the online calendar or call us at 603 362-5234 to get started.

NEW CATALOG: Starting on October 19^th, Kimball Library will have a new Library Catalog experience for you. The web address will be kimball.aspendiscovery.org.

Aspen is a full-featured Discovery System that integrates with eContent and other third-party providers, giving you comprehensive access to all of your materials in one place. Aspen combines the traditional library catalog with e-content, digital archives, and enrichment from all major third-party providers. It also improves relevancy and ease of use, provides native reading recommendations, displays all formats of titles within one result, and much more.

Sound too good to be true? Check it out! We value your input.

T/WEEN BOOK DISCUSSION: The book of the month is 'Girl in the Blue Coat' by Monica Hesse.

Amsterdam, 1943. Hanneke spends her days procuring and delivering sought-after black-market goods to paying customers, her nights hiding the true nature of her work from her concerned parents, and every waking moment mourning her boyfriend, who was killed on the Dutch front lines when the Germans invaded. She likes to think of her illegal work as a small act of rebellion.

On a routine delivery, a client asks Hanneke for help. Expecting to hear that Mrs. Janssen wants meat or kerosene, Hanneke is shocked by the older woman's frantic plea to find a person - a Jewish teenager Mrs. Janssen had been hiding, who has vanished without a trace from a secret room. Hanneke initially wants nothing to do with such dangerous work, but is ultimately drawn into a web of mysteries and stunning revelations that lead her into the heart of the resistance, open her eyes to the horrors of the Nazi war machine, and compel her to take desperate action.

Join the most chill t/weens and chat with us about this book on Wednesday, November 3^rd, at 6:00 PM. Multiple copies of the book are here and available for check-out. Candy is served...

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 9/27/21

Are you planning a trip to visit some of our beautiful National Parks or just have an overall love for our National Park system?  If so, join us over ZOOM as John Bunker discusses his adventures and misadventures to some of his favorite national parks.  Learn how, when and where to plan a visit.  Gain some valuable resources and background information that will help make your National Park dreams come true!

His presentation includes a handout of his Ten Lessons Learned, a YouTube video of hiking Angel’s Landing in Zion National Park, and over 70 images of his travels to the Parks. The presentation takes about forty-five minutes. The presentation covers a broad range of issues related to visiting our national Parks: lodging and dining, budget considerations, logistics and planning activities, and safety.

This exciting presentation will take place on Thursday, October 21^st from 6-7:30 PM. Register on the online calendar for John Bunker - Visiting Our National Parks: Lessons Learned (ZOOM PROGRAM). If you’d rather talk to a human to sign up then give us a call or stop by.

About the presenter:  John Bunker resides in Stratham and has visited twenty-five national parks during the past two decades. While serving as the Associate Dean, UNH College of Health and Human Services, he developed a presentation for an undergraduate class on his adventures and misadventures to some of his favorite national parks: Badlands, Bryce, Canyonlands, Glacier, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, and Zion. John has now developed a presentation for NH Public Libraries and has been busy speaking throughout the state.

RAFFLE BASKETS: They’re back!  Stop in to view the beautiful raffle baskets on display at the Library.  There are 15 baskets in total and raffle tickets can be purchased at the front circulation desk.  Ticket prices are $5.00 for 2; $10.00 for 5; OR $20.00 for 12.  Tickets will be drawn on October 15th so please buy now and buy often.  You do not need to present for the drawing and winners will be notified.  Proceeds from the raffle sales support the Friends of the Kimball Library which in turn supports museum passes, adult programs, youth events such as the Summer Reading Program and MORE.

We can only take cash or checks payable to Friends of Kimball Library for the baskets. Thank you for understanding.

HERDING HOMEWORK: Reserve time slot to swing by the library and meet with a librarian. We'll help you out if you need some guidance on your assignment, or leave you to it if you just need a quiet space to work.

The bus does have a stop here. All arrangements must be made through pick-up patrol and the respective schools. The Library is not involved in this portion of the plan. Register your children each time so we know to expect them.  Look for openings on the online calendar.

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 9/20/21

They’re back!  Stop in to view the beautiful raffle baskets on display at the Library.  There are 15 baskets in total and raffle tickets can be purchased at the front circulation desk.  Ticket prices are $5.00 for 2; $10.00 for 5; OR $20.00 for 12.  Tickets will be drawn on October 15^th so please buy now and buy often.  You do not need to present for the drawing and winners will be notified.  Proceeds from the raffle sales support the Friends of the Kimball Library which in turn supports museum passes, adult programs, youth events such as the Summer Reading Program and MORE.

We can only take cash or checks payable to Friends of Kimball Library for the baskets. Thank you for understanding.

iROOT KIDS CODE: A robot that does incredible things.

Children can code their Root® robot to draw artwork, play music, respond to touch, light, and sound, and more, all while exploring the fundamentals of robotics.

No matter your family’s experience with coding or robotics, the innovative, free iRobot® Coding platform makes coding easy with 3 Learning Levels. Begin with graphical, drag-and-drop code before advancing to hybrid code and finally, full-text code.

Typically, it costs $200 to send one child to a coding camp for 6 weeks. Due to donations and sponsorship from The Friends of Kimball Library, this program is available for $40 per child.

Registration is required in person and is complete when the fee is paid. Unattended classes are not refunded. Cash or check only payable to Friends of Kimball Library.

Class will take place at the library on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 from October 13 to November 17. Children may take the bus from Atkinson Academy to the library if parents make arrangements with pick-up patrol. (The library is not taking responsibility for the transportation, we are only letting you know that there is a bus that stops here.) Please pack them a snack that they can have before 3:30.

This class is hosted by Gail Ramsay (Code & Circuit) and Kathy Watson (Kimball Library) who have brought other coding experiences to the Library including BlueBots and Coding Jam with Osmo. The class is developmentally designed with the age groupings in mind.

Class size is limited to 8, and masks and social distancing are required. Kimball Library card holders have preference.

iRoot robots were generously donated by the Atkinson Women's Civic Club. We couldn’t be more thrilled!

MASON JAR ARTWORK: Cathie and Lois researched high and low, both online and through books and magazines for their next craft project to tackle.  Join them for their next 'Bibliocraft” class where they will show you the ins and outs to fall decorating with Mason jars. This beautiful and exciting class will be on Thursday, October 14^th, from 6-7:30 PM.

In this creative and fun class, the dynamic crafting duo will be provide the instructions, materials, embellishments and support for you as you craft away. Each person will receive (2) jars to decorate.  All Artisan start somewhere, and these beautiful jars make for a great gift idea.

*Registration is required and seating is limited to 10. A non-refundable materials fee of $10.00 must be paid at time of registration. Stop in at the library and register today! Call for more information.

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 9/13/21

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, the choice of when to retire and collect Social Security benefits can make a significant difference in the income one can collect in retirement.

Join us on Monday, October 18^th, at 1:00 PM or Thursday, October 28^th, at 6:30 PM for this practical and informational workshop. Registration is required.

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 and has been a financial advisor since 2010.  Two sessions will be offered for this informative hour program on Maximizing Your Social Security with Andrew Githmark.

READERS THEATER: On October 7th at 6:00 PM, we’ll be hosting the popular Kimball Library Reader’s Theater. Register children in grades 2-5 to have a marvelous time trying out expressive reading with voices and in character. This is great fun for the dramatic reader and good practice for the reluctant readers. Scripts are handed out and parts are assigned and then the antics commence! All reading levels are welcome.

T/WEEN BOOK DISCUSSION:  The book of the month is 'Symptoms of Being Human' by Jeff Garvin. Discussion is geared for mature middle and high school t/weens.

Riley Cavanaugh is many things: Punk rock. Snarky. Rebellious. And gender fluid. Some days Riley identifies as a boy, and others as a girl. But Riley isn't exactly out yet. And between starting a new school and having a congressman father running for reelection in über-conservative Orange County, the pressure—media and otherwise—is building up in Riley's life.

On the advice of a therapist, Riley starts an anonymous blog to vent those pent-up feelings and tell the truth of what it's really like to be a gender fluid teenager. But just as Riley's starting to settle in at school—even developing feelings for a mysterious outcast—the blog goes viral, and an unnamed commenter discovers Riley's real identity, threatening exposure. And Riley must make a choice: walk away from what the blog has created—a lifeline, new friends, a cause to believe in—or stand up, come out, and risk everything.

Join the most awesome t/weens and chat with us about this book! Copies are available for the asking. Candy is served...  Mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 6^th, at 6:00 PM.

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 9/6/21

 Library Page Position Available–

Do you love your local library? Pages shelve and merchandise materials, and also wait on customers at the Circulation Desk. This is an excellent job opportunity for high-school students. The shifts are on fixed evenings and 1 to 2 Saturdays a month. It’s 7 to 12 hours/week at a wage of $8.50 to $9/hour.

The position is open until filled. Special consideration will be given to Atkinson teenage residents. Please note that applicants must be at least 15 years of age in order to apply. A brief aptitude quiz to be taken at the Library will also be required.

If you are interested, please fill out the Application For Employment Form 2021 (you can find it on the website) and email it to director@kimballlibrary.com and kwatson@kimballlibrary.com with the subject heading as ‘Library Page Application’.

HERDING HOMEWORK: Reserve time on Mondays and Wednesdays to swing by the Library and meet with a librarian from 3:15-4:00 PM. We'll help you out if you need some guidance on your assignment, or leave you to it if you just need a quiet space to work.

The bus does has a stop here. All arrangements must be made through pick-up patrol and the respective schools. The Library is not involved in this portion of the plan.

Register your children each time so we know to expect them.

FILM ENTHUSIAST CLUB:  Are you a Cineaste (an enthusiast for or devotee of movies or filmmaking)?  If so, join us for this fun fan of films 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.   

To allow for social distancing measures, the viewing room will have limited audience capacity.  Individuals must register to attend.  Sign up and you will be all set to enjoy the films to be shown on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday until the end of the year.  You will receive email updates on which feature films will be showing.  

At present, we will not be able to accommodate walk ins.  We will be using the meeting room chairs so feel free to bring your own comfy cushion.  At this time the popcorn concession is closed.  As always, Kleenex will be available for those 'laugh until you cry' movie moments.

We will be showing the following feature film: NOMADLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: A woman in her sixties, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad.

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.