Kimball Library News 1/7/19

Join us as Roy Haddock discusses how he overcame lifelong struggles with being overweight. For the presentation, A Better Way to Lose Weight, Ray will be accompanied by his wife Debbie, who is a Registered Dietician and a great source of information and knowledge on the subject. 
Highlights of the talk will include:  Dieting, experiences with the Atkins Diet and others. The cycles of losing and gaining as well as the difficulties of dieting and lack of satisfaction. Searching for a better, easier way to lose weight and keep it off. Deciding to combine two diets/ weight loss methods and the best of both. What foods to enjoy and which to avoid and a typical menu. Planning tips, and some favorite recipes. Reading food labels. What’s important to you and what’s not. Possible implications concerning blood pressure and diabetes.

There will be time for Q&A following the discussion. Registration is required for this event that is coming up soon on January 29^th at 6:30 PM.

About the presenters: Deb Sullivan grew up in western CT and came to Boston to attend Simmons College. She has been a dietitian for 30 plus years working in long-term care for the past 25 years. Deb has two sons who have blessed her with two grandsons.

Roy Haddock originally came from Medford with a long stay in Melrose. He occasionally works as a tradesman for his company. Roy has two daughters and shares the grandsons with Deb.

ITS JAMBOREE TIME: A reminder to set your calendars for arguably the biggest event of the year- the Jack Frost Jamboree!- on Saturday, January 26^th from 10:30 to 2:30. Our library is transformed into a carnival with mini golf, tons of games, themed rooms, free food, face painting and more. Don’t miss out on the fun!

NH BOATING SAFETY COURSE: Register for this course through the NH Marine Patrol at https://register-ed.com/programs/newhampshire/174.   The first in several chances, this one is meeting Feb 5^th and 7^th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM.  You must attend both sections.  

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.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will leave with a boating certificate which is valid for 45 days. The permanent certificate card will be automatically mailed to the student's address entered at the time of registration.

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.
Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the New Hampshire Marine Patrol at (603) 293-2037 option #1. Please allow a minimum of 30 days advance notice for the department to arrange a course and requested accommodations. Individuals can also connect with the New Hampshire Relay Service or TDD at 1 (800) 735-2964.

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 12/31/18

'Araldi & Pappas, together again for the first time'. This is a limited engagement to see these two talented musicians. Friends since high school, Araldi and Pappa will be picking through their favorite songs from years gone by, songs that have special meaning to them and sure to be some of your favorites, too!  You can register right now for this event that is taking place at Kimball Library on Thursday, January 31^st, at 6:30 PM.  All are welcome.

Both these musicians began playing professionally in their early teens, each playing in clubs long before they were of age to, and have seen their careers grow to where they have had the pleasure of performing for dignitaries up to the President of the United States, have performed on television, and have heard their music on the radio!

Rich Araldi's accomplishments, while seemingly more modest, have been exactly the right fit. A life of service through music has seen Rich, after a stint as a touring musician, as a church music director over the past three decades, a music educator, and over the past thirty years serving the senior community through music at a robust pace. Rich's non-profit organization 'Sammy 16' provides music for those without the means to access it.

Jim Pappas (stage name Demetrios) has enjoyed great success from being music director at the most prestigious venue in Atlantic City (where the singers and musicians he's worked with is a veritable 'who's who'), to working with the legendary 'Funk Brothers' of Motown fame on their movie (the award winning 'Standing in the Shadows of Motown') and tours, to his current position as music director for the legendary Smokey Robinson!

This musical opportunity is sponsored by Atkinson Recreation and the Friends of the Kimball Library.

SAVVY REMINDER: The Savvy Caregiver program is a 6 week training program for caregivers who care for someone with Alzheimer’s or Related Dementias. The program is facilitated by a trained Practitioner. It is based on the notion that family members who become caregivers need to be trained to assume a new role- caregiving- for which they are unprepared and untrained. The program is geared to informal caregivers of those either living at home or planning to return home, and in a moderate stage of illness.

Registration is required as this is starting up on January 10^th so there is no time to delay.  This program runs for 6 weeks and we ask that participants commit to attending all 6 week sessions. The program as indicated is for active and formal caregivers and not for professionals seeking certification and license requirements. 

KINDLES: Did you know?  We have Kindles you can borrow that have over 150 titles downloaded.  Take one on your next vacation!

JAMBOREE TEEN VOLUNTEERS: Our 9^th annual Jack Frost Jamboree is happening on January 26, 2019 and we are accepting TEEN volunteers on that day available from 10-3. (Register ages 13-19)
This is a great opportunity for teens to get those community services hours. You will be running games or other random tasks at our winter carnival. You must register and contact kwatson@kimballlibrary.com personally so she has all your pertinent information. Enthusiastic and responsible teens only, please. Parents may not apply on behalf of the youth.  Thank you in advance for letting your teens earn their hours responsibly. 

SNAP CIRCUITS: The Snap Circuits Lab will give circuit curious youth opportunity to explore and build in step-by-step fashion for approximately one hour during the months of January and February on most Tuesday evenings at 6:30.

Because the projects are arranged in order of complexity, kids can build on their skills as they progress through the manual. The lessons start out with a simple electric light and switch project that demonstrates how electricity is turned on and off with a switch. Further along, kids can put together a two-speed fan, create clap-controlled sounds, and more.

This is not a ‘free play’ activity.  Register youth in grades 2-5 only, please.  Jump on the online calendar or call.  Each date much be registered for separately.  

HOLIDAY HOURS: In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr, we will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019.  Stock up accordingly.  Please remember that NH Downloadable Books (Overdrive), the Libby App, Hoopla, Tumblebooks, and our databases are open 24/7.

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 12/24/18

It’s a new year, so it’s time to try something new!  Adults—here is an opportunity to learn something new or be involved in an activity with like-minded people.  Think about trying one of these classes or programs or events  on for size—Mahjong, Healthy Cookbook Club,  Tuesday afternoon movies, morning or evening book discussions, needle crafters (knit, crochet, quilt or more), a tech appointment to learn a new skill, or check out some of our evening events such as concerts, NH Humanities programs, and more!  For those that don’t like structured activities, join us anytime during our operational hours for a quiet place to curl up with a book, a friendly face to chat about New England weather, or make a new friend at the coffee maker and newspaper/magazine corner.  Oh, and don’t forget that we always have a puzzle going that needs contributing hands!

TUESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES: Coming up are the following films.  Movies start promptly at 1 PM and seating is first come, first served.  Free popcorn to boot!

January 8 is ‘What They Had’, January 15 is ‘Old Man and the Gun’, January 22 is ‘First Man’, and January 29 is ‘Boy Erased’.  Films are subject to change, so please check the website or give us a call the morning of to be sure.  

9^TH ANNUAL JACK FROST JAMBOREE: We have lots of fun events planned!  Join us anytime between 10:30am and 2:30pm for some snappy winter fun on Saturday, January 26th. Think ‘winter carnival’ with a twist.  Check out this awesome list of activities--**Mini Golf Course, **Face Painting (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM), **Crafts, **Games (the more you play, the more prizes you win!), **Hot Dogs, Popcorn and Hot Chocolate, **Snowshoeing (weather permitting), **Roasting Marshmallows (weather permitting). PS. Cross fingers for SNOW.  :)

This is a FREE event sponsored by the generous and awesome Friends of the Library.

JAMBOREE TEEN VOLUNTEERS: Our 9^th annual Jack Frost Jamboree is happening on January 26, 2019 and we are accepting TEEN volunteers on that day available from 10-3. (Register ages 13-19)
This is a great opportunity for teens to get those community services hours. You will be running games or other random tasks at our winter carnival. You must register and contact kwatson@kimballlibrary.com personally so she has all your pertinent information. Enthusiastic and responsible teens only, please. Parents may not apply on behalf of the youth.  Thank you in advance for letting your teens earn their hours responsibly. 

FAMILY ZUMBA (Ages 4 to 104): Jump and jingle and work out some of those holiday calories on Friday, January 18th at 5:30 PM. Join us for a fun and vigorous workout to music you love! 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. Bring a bottle of water and expect to sweat and have fun. 

HOLIDAY HOURS: In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr, we will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019.  Stock up accordingly.  Please remember that NH Downloadable Books (Overdrive), the Libby App, Hoopla, Tumblebooks, and our databases are open 24/7.

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!