Kimball Library News 5/21/23

Take a peek into this book and we know you’ll be hooked!

Emma, Norman and Ray are the brightest kids at the Grace Field House orphanage. And under the care of the woman they refer to as “Mom,” all the kids have enjoyed a comfortable life. Good food, clean clothes and the perfect environment to learn—what more could an orphan ask for? One day, though, Emma and Norman uncover the dark truth of the outside world they are forbidden from seeing.

Join the most chill t/weens (middle & high school grades) and chat with us about The Promised Neverland by Kaiu Shirai on Wednesday 6/7/23 @ 6 PM. Copies are available for the asking. We serve candy and the coolest conversation.

FILM ENTHUSIASTS: Please join us to watch, rate, and enjoy films together!

Tuesday, June 6 @ 1 PM – 80 FOR BRADY – Inspired by the true story of four best friends living life to the fullest when they take a wild trip to the 2017 Super Bowl LI to see their hero Tom Brady play. Rated: PG-13 Runtime: 98 minutes

COOL JEWELRY TIME: Looking for something new to wear? Make a crafty bracelet for the summer. This will be perfect to add to your Independence Day swag as well.

Please register preschool children to grade 3 to join Mrs. Birr on Saturday morning at 10:15 on June 17 for some red, white, and blue crafty fun.

ALL TOGETHER NOW TOT TALES: Revving up for the summer we have drop-in storytimes for preschool age. Choose one or choose them all if they are developmentally appropriate. Older siblings are allowed to join in if they are willing participants.Mother Goose (Mondays @10:15): Infants through age 3 with their caregivers are invited to join us for simple stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs modeling after the Mother Goose curriculum. Please feel welcome to stay after the session to allow for playtime and socializing for all ages.

Bitty Books (Tuesdays @10:15): Children ages 3-6 with their caregivers are invited to join us for itty bitty stories, rhymes, finger plays or songs and simple crafts

Sensory Storytime (Thursdays @10:15): Some story times are too long! Some classes are too easy. Sensory Story Time is just right for your little one who is almost ready for full story time but may still be challenged by so much structure. Join us for one story, followed by an opportunity to play with sensory and art activities that reinforce what was heard in the story. Younger children are welcome as long as parents & caregivers are aware there may be small parts involved.

CREATIVE COLORING: Kids of all ages are invited to join us in the Craft Barn to color on Tuesdays between 12-3 PM starting on June 20th! Coloring is a soothing pastime that anyone can do. Take some time to chill and create something beautiful with your family. We'll have coloring pages, water-colors, and other media for you to use.

Registration is not required for this program. Come anytime between 12:00- 3:00 PM and leave when you must.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: Kimball Library will be closed on Monday, June 19th in honor of Juneteenth. All streaming services are open 24/7 such as Kanopy, hoopla, Libby, and Access World News/Newsbank.

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.

Kimball Library News 5/14/23

How can it already be THAT time of year again? We are ready to announce that summer reading registration is getting ready to launch on June 2^nd and the Summer Concert Series is ready to rock on June 8^th!

ALL TOGETHER NOW SUMMER READING 2023: The national theme that most NH libraries are using is ALL TOGETHER NOW which denotes kindness, friendship, and unity and Kimball Library is on the bandwagon!

Last year's challenge was for 200 registrations and the kids won that challenge! The result was making Kathy Watson dye her hair blue. Are the youth in Atkinson up for the challenge? Kids and teens should register to read and convince their friends and family to register, too!

This year if 225 youth register for summer reading (preschool through teen years), there will be 4 WACKY WEDNESDAYS in August (2, 9, 16, 30) where Ms. Kathy will work 10-hour shifts in a rainbow UNICORN onsie from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM! All ages may visit for photo ops and a rainbow treat.  It would be a shame for that opportunity to be lost, so everyone should register to participate!

Registration is simple. Come to the Library in person starting on June 2^nd through the month of July. An adult or t/ween fills out a form that takes less than one minute.  Youth entering grades 6 and up in the fall will receive 3 raffle tickets just for starting out. Each subsequent visit with checkouts will earn another raffle ticket.

Children in preschool to grade 5 will be starting with their participation in the children’s room by having a journey coloring page on the wall. Each visit will earn them a sticker on their journey page, and for every five stickers posted they can choose from the prize box and receive brag tags. They will get a bag and other incentives for signing up.

What are you waiting for? Pack up the kids and head to the Kimball Library!

SUMMER CONCERT WITH TRUFFLE: Join us for an evening of music on Thursday, June 8^th from 6-7:30 with Truffle celebrating 35+ years as a band, and being nominated best in state by NEMA. They’ve toured in 40 states; and now tour New England constantly. A partial list of international acts they have supported is huge: Dave Matthews Band, Little Feat, Phish, The Band, Blues Traveler, Buckwheat Zydeco, Spin Doctors, Arlo Guthrie, Merl Saunders, Baba Ulatundje, and Toots and the Maytalls. They’ve released five albums, as well as numerous compilations culminating in their “30th Bandiversary Double Bootleg”. Roots and soul music with strong songwriting makes for a truly unique Truffle sound all their own.

“I’m happy to be back on stage with Truffle this year. Truffle is a world class band. First and foremost they write great songs. I have played music with the best in the world; Truffle holds their own and then some.” ~ Bill Payne (Little Feat)

“Truffle is musically tight, their lyrics are inspired and they do not rely on gimmicks for appeal. Instead, Truffle offers songs with the listener in mind – songs that have been masterfully crafted and arranged.” ~Showcase, Foster's Daily Democrat (Dover, NH)

The 2023 Summer Concert Series is generously sponsored by George Family Charities and hosted by the Friends of the Kimball Library.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: Kimball Library will be closed May 27-29 in honor of Memorial Day weekend. All streaming services are open 24/7 such as Kanopy, hoopla, Libby, and Access World News/Newsbank.

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.

Kimball Library News 5/7/23

How can newspapers help us with our genealogical research? What treasures do they hold beyond the standard obit? The truth is, historical local newspapers are equivalent to our current day social media. They often told of social calls, well-being and personal anecdotes of people around town. But where are these newspapers? How can we locate and access them and what strategies can we use to calibrate our search in digitized collections? Join us on Thursday, June 1^st from 6-7:30 PMfor ‘Newspaper Treasures: Beyond the Obit with Erin Moulton’ for a tour around the web as we peek into subscription and free newspaper collections including a glimpse into Kimball Library's WorldAccess/Newsbank database.

Presenter:  Erin E. Moulton writes books and tracks dead people. Erin is the author of 4 novels has over 12 years of experience tracking down interesting real-life questions at the reference desk as is a librarian and genealogist.

SATURDAY STEAM: It’s time again on Saturday, June 10^th at 10:30 AM to have some more fun with STEAM. This month’s education will be about wooden paddle boats. Kids in grades K-3 are invited to register so they can create and race a boat against their peers. Registration and kits are limited so act fast!

NEEDLE CRAFTERS: Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, rug braiding, quilting or another form of needle work come join us for Needle Crafters. Each Wednesday, 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 place to get some ideas for beginning new projects as well. This friendly bunch meets on Wednesdays between 10:30 and 12:30.

CURIOUS KIDS: Drop in on Wednesday mornings between 10:00 AM and noon 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 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. (Shh, lately, lots of the caregivers have had a lot of fun with our toys!)

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: Kimball Library will be closed May 27-29 in honor of Memorial Day weekend. All streaming services are open 24/7 such as Kanopy, hoopla, Libby, and Access World News/Newsbank.

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.

Kimball Library News 4/30/23

Hey kids, we have a drop-in session for you coming up on Saturday, May 20^th from 10-2. Make that confetti fly in the air with your own popper! It's custom made too, by you! The craft is geared for ages 5-8, but if parents are willing to help then any age can try. Come in anytime during the four-hour window to get popping!

FRIENDS OF KIMBALL LIBRARY SPRING FUNDRAISER: Take a peek on our website or drop in to see the custom designed ballcaps that are currently on sale!

The caps come in two colors, denim and taffy pink. They are adjustable for size and will fit teens and adults, but not young children. They are a reasonable $20 each. Pay by cash or check made out to FRIENDS OF KIMBALL LIBRARY.

Please know that your contributions are essential to the Friends as they provide critical support to the Library. They are a 501 C3 organization. They are certainly are a group that is ‘making the magic happen’. Please think about joining them! They have meetings that are open to the public typically on the third Wednesday of the month starting at 10:00 AM.

PRESCHOOL SEATS: We currently have registration space available in the following programs for children in the 3-6 year range.  Events will be ongoing until the third week in June when we transfer to drop-in preschool classes for the summer. Stay tuned!

BITTY BOOKS: Children ages 3-6 with their caregivers are invited to join us for itty bitty stories, rhymes, finger plays or songs and simple crafts.

DISCOVERY STORYTIME: Pre-K friends ages 3-6 (and their caregivers) are encouraged to join us for some tactile fun, stories, finger plays, songs, and crafts. We'll have several stations set up with fun activities that will build on our fine motor and other skills. We might get a little messy in this class, but that's part of the fun! Join us on Wednesdays at 1:00 PM.

FRIENDS BAKE, BOOK, & YARD SALE: The Friends of Kimball Library will be participating in the May 20th town-wide yard sale. They will be selling Kimball Library mugs, tote bags, hats and baked goods. They also will have books and other items from their ongoing sale shelves and a raffle for a money tree and two amazing baskets. Sale time will be from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The early birds get the best pickings!

Thank you in advance for dropping in and making purchases.  All proceeds benefit Kimball Library.

MAY FILM CLUB OFFERINGS: Tuesday, May 9 @ 1 PM – She Said – Two New York Times reporters work together to break one of the most important stories in a generation–a story that helped propel the #Metoo movement and shatter decades of silence around the subject of sexual assault in Hollywood. Rated R – Runtime 129 minutes

Tuesday, May 23 @ 1 PM – Ticket to Paradise - Two exes find themselves on a shared mission to stop their lovestruck daughter from making the same mistake they once made in this romantic comedy about the sweet surprise of second chances. Rated: PG – 13 Runtime: 104 minutes

Tuesday, June 6 @ 1 PM – 80 for Brady – Inspired by the true story of four best friends living life to the fullest when they take a wild trip to the 2017 Super Bowl LI to see their hero Tom Brady play. Rated: PG – 13 Runtime: 98 minutes

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: Kimball Library will be closed May 27-29 in honor of Memorial Day weekend. All streaming services are open 24/7 such as Kanopy, hoopla, Libby, and Access World News/Newsbank.

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.

 

Kimball Library News 4/23/23

 We are sure that in the month of May, your backyard may be calling you. Please take a look at just a few of the programs coming up that can assist you in enjoying and becoming informed about your own great outdoors.

A GARDEN FOR WILDLIFE: A Garden for Wildlife is a slide presentation that shows how anyone with a backyard, garden, or landscaped area can help wildlife by altering their landscaping and gardening practices. This includes discussion of wildlife and habitats, plant choice, use of native plants, nest boxes and feeders, and issues such as invasive plants.

Join us by registering for A Garden for Wildlife: Natural Landscaping for a Better Backyard at 6 PM on Thursday, May 18^th on our website calendar or by giving us a call.

This program is co-hosted by the Kimball Library and Atkinson Conservation Commission. Speaking for Wildlife, is a volunteer project of UNH Cooperative Extension, with funding and support from the NH Charitable Foundation, the Davis Environmental Foundation, NH Fish and Game Department, and NH Natural Heritage Bureau. Presenting will be Scott Kukshtel and Pete McVay.

INVASIVE PLANTS OF NEW HAMPSHIRE WITH DOUGLAS CYGAN: Join Douglas Cygan, Invasive Species Coordinator for the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, for a deep dive into the upland invasive plants of New Hampshire. Learn how to identify some of the most aggressive non-native plants that can be found here in the Granite State, and how to control them. We’ll also discuss New Hampshire rules and regulations surrounding invasive plants.

This informative program is co-hosted by the Kimball Library, Atkinson Conservation Commission and New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food. Please join us by registering to attend on Monday, May 22^nd at 6:00 PM.

About the presenter: Doug has been the Invasive Species Coordinator for the NH Department of Agriculture for the past 20 years, as well as a nursery inspector and an Authorized Certification Official for the USDA.

ACCESS WORLD NEWS/NEWSBANK: Go to the Kimball Library website and select Online Resources. (On your phone select Online Resources from the Resources drop-down menu.) In the section called Newspapers, click on the link: Access World News/NewsBank. Enter your Library Card barcode number.

Now you are ready to start exploring all this service has to offer such as these popular papers: Concord Monitor, The Eagle Tribune, Union Leader Collection, Carriage Towne News, The Salem Observer, The Haverhill Gazette, and more. You can even get transcripts from a favorite news shows such as 60 Minutes.

All this and more are available at you 24/7 with a Kimball Library card in good standing.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: Kimball Library will be closed May 27-29 in honor of Memorial Day weekend. All streaming services are open 24/7 such as Kanopy, hoopla, Libby, and Access World News/Newsbank.

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.

Kimball Library News 4/16/23

Saturdays are for STEAM! Join Miss Katie on Saturday, May 13^th for another fun-filled educational STEAM experience. This month’s project will be ‘potato mazes’. Grab your favorite spud and register to be all in. This mashed up (ha-ha) event will take place on from 10:15 to 11 AM. Registration is required, and children in grades K-3 are welcome.

FILM ENTHUSIAST CLUB: 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.

Tuesday, May 9 @ 1 PM: She Said – Two New York Times reporters work together to break one of the most important stories in a generation–a story that helped propel the #Metoo movement and shatter decades of silence around the subject of sexual assault in Hollywood. Rated R – Runtime 129 minutes.

Tuesday, May 23 @ 1 PM: Ticket to Paradise- Two exes find themselves on a shared mission to stop their lovestruck daughter from making the same mistake they once made in this romantic comedy about the sweet surprise of second chances. Rated: PG - 13 Runtime: 104 minutes

Movies are subject to change. Please check the website for the most updated information.

BEACH BAG SEWING: It’s time to dust off your sewing machine and get back into the creative mood.  Join instructor, Darlene Irving as she leads you in a 3-week course to make a festive, fun, summer beach bag.  You will be given a list of materials to bring to class (i.e. fabric, thread, basic tools ...) and you will need to bring your sewing machine, too.  This is a meet up / sew up group geared towards those who already have basic sewing machine skills.

Class size is limited so sign up today. This particular session will run on Wednesdays (May 17, 24, 31) from 12:30-2:30 PM.

Instructor, Darlene Irving has been sewing for over 40 years and enjoys sharing her love of sewing with others.

TECH IT OUT: Tech THIS out!  If you have an e-reader or gadget that you want to learn how to use with free downloadable books, then we can help you.  You can have a brief lesson called “Turn it On!” on your tech toy (Kindle, iPad, tablet, cell phone or other device compatible with the Libby App) and learn how to put a free library e-book on it.  This is a basic tutorial for newbies.

You are coming to the right place if you are looking for some place to get help and to learn more about your devices. Get troubleshooting assistance, learn how to use your device(s), and discover the latest library apps, news, and online services!

Please call or email for an appointment.  Ask for Kathy Watson (tech toy technician) if this is not a simple ‘over the phone or desk’ type of query. These tutorials are for resident card holders in good standing only, please. Email kwatson@kimballlibrary.com for a unique appointment time.

Limited 30-minute tutorials are also available for basic computer instructions such as setting up email, social media, using your cell phone, etc.  When you register for a lesson, please indicate your need.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: Kimball Library will be closed May 27-29 in honor of Memorial Day weekend. All streaming services are open 24/7 such as Kanopy, hoopla, Libby, and Access World News/Newsbank.

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.

 

Kimball Library News 4/9/23

Let’s dive into family history beginning with how to navigate Ancestry for optimum results. The Ancestry database is a wonderful place to begin genealogical research, but following hints from ancestor to ancestor can get you into deep water. Join Erin Moulton and fellow genealogist enthusiasts on Thursday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 PM to learn why it’s important to steer away from the universal search function, how to access and utilize the catalog, and tricks to calibrate your search parameters. We’ll delve into the differences between the Ancestry Library Edition and personal membership and send you on your way with skills to propel the next leg of your research.

Registration is required.

BIO:  Erin E. Moulton writes books and tracks dead people. Erin is the author of ‘Flutter’, ‘Tracing Stars’, ‘Chasing the Milky Way’ and ‘Keepers of the Labyrinth’. In addition to her creative pursuits, Erin has over 12 years of experience tracking down interesting real-life questions at the reference desk as is a librarian and genealogist.

MORNING & EVENING MAY BOOK DISCUSSIONS: On May 16th at 6 PM there will be discussion on A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles.

On May 24th at 10:15 AM the book chosen for discussion is Mom & Me & Mom by Maya Angelou.

Each group has books available at the main circulation desk. Registration is appreciated. Newcomers are always welcome.

TREASURE FROM THE ISLE OF SHOALS: There is treasure here but not the pirate kind. Scientific digs on Smuttynose Island are changing New England history. Archaeologist Nathan Hamilton has unearthed 300,000 artifacts to date on this largely uninhabited rock at the Isles of Shoals. Join J. Dennis Robinson, a longtime Smuttynose steward and a NH Humanities presenter as he discusses the history of the island.

Register and join us on Monday, May 8th from 6:00-7:30 PM. This program is sponsored by the NH Humanities and the Friends of the Kimball Library.

PRESENTER:  J. Dennis Robinson has published over a dozen books and 3,000 articles on history focused primarily on the seacoast region. He is the author of books on the Isles of Shoals, Strawbery Banke Museum, Wentworth by the Sea Hotel, and Privateer Lynx. Music Hall tracks the 400-year evolution of the performing arts in Portsmouth. Point of Graves is a character driven "history mystery" that explores Black history in New Hampshire's only seaport. He is currently completing a history of New Castle, a provocative study of the first NH settlement in 1623, and a comic book history of Portsmouth for kids.

LOCAL ARTIST ON DISPLAY: Ron Thimot is a neighbor and amateur photographer who’s been capturing images for decades. He looks for scenes that catch his eye. Sometimes it’s being at the right place at the right time, other times he’s able to ‘see’ the photo and capture it.

When Ron decided to exhibit some of his images at the Library, he had to come up with a description for them; they don’t fall into any neat category or genre. A friend suggested he call them “All Over the Map” because of their diversity. Ron hopes you enjoy viewing them as much as he enjoyed taking them.

Ron’s art will be on display in the LMeeting Room through April.

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.