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New Programs for Fall

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Starting in September, BML will be launching four new regular programs for both adults and children!

First, starting on September 2nd we will be adding the Backyard Bookworms to our regular line up of children’s programming. This is a new combined story and playtime focused on getting outside and learning in the library’s backyard! They will be held every Tuesday at 1pm during programming sessions. Backyard Bookworms will be held rain or shine, so be sure to dress appropriately for the days weather!

After this, celebrating the enthusiasm we saw during our Summer Crafting group, we will be launching the new 11 O’ Craft group for adult crafters who want to try their hands at new projects! 11 O’ Craft will be held every second Wednesday of the month, at 11am and will offer unique activities brought to you by library staff! The first 11 O’ Craft will be exploring botanical art.

Next, we’re proud to announce the new Casual Critics movie discussion group! This is an adult program similar to our book groups, but aimed at cinephiles and those interested in watching more movies! Sessions will be held the second Thursday of each month, at 5pm, with that month’s movie being available for borrowing in advance. Borrow your copy or stream at home, then join in thoughtful discussion of what you’ve watched!

The first session of the Casual Critics will be held on Thursday, September 11th, at 5pm. Our movie is the 1995 docudrama, Apollo 13.

Finally, we’re introducing the Homesteaders’ Hub, a casual discussion and learning group for community members who are homesteaders or thinking about becoming one! This is a monthly group that will typically be held on the third Thursday of each month, at 5pm. We will be bringing in presenters covering a variety of topics, but there may also be food-related activities and open houses to give our members the chance to share their own knowledge with others!

The first session of the Homesteaders’ Hub will be held on Thursday, September 25th at 4:30pm, with a special presentation.

Blaisdell Memorial Library is excited to expand our offerings to the community and explore new opportunities for programming! We hope you will drop in and explore all we have coming.

Blaisdell Memorial Library 50th & National Library Week

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Watercolor art by Mary Beeman

April 9th through April 13th

Two big celebrations, one event-packed week!

Blaisdell Memorial Library came to be in 1974, and in 1999 the building was renovated into the library we know and love today. To recognize the 50th and 25th anniversaries and National Library Week at the same time, BML is holding special events and hosting historical displays all week long!

Inside the library, we’ll have displays showing off the past of BML and Nottingham’s public libraries, some special take-home treats, and a board displaying our patron’s memories of their times in the library. You can contribute to the fun by visiting this link and filling out the form!

On Tuesday, kids can drop in to decorate cupcakes for a tasty bit of creative fun.

Wednesday, join us for a special Community Coffee Hour and learn about the incredible Bobcats of the state, hosted by new Hampshire Fish and Game.

Thursday, visit in the afternoon to get hands-on with the library’s new button-maker and learn how to use it before it’s available to the public.

And finally, Thursday night, sign up to join a presentation on Growing a Healing Garden, as part of the Cookbook Club’s open events!

There’s plenty to see and do, so make sure to swing by and find your favorite way to celebrate!

NH Humanities October Specials

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The Old Man: His Life and Legacy – Please join us on Wednesday, October 4th at 6 pm as we host Inez McDermott. Inez will tell the story of the Old Man and will discuss how it impacted the region. Participants will also be encouraged to share their own stories and experiences.

Maple, New Hampshire’s Medicine of Connection – Damian Costello joins us for our second October special on Wednesday, October 25 at 6pm. Damian shares how maple sugaring is our communal medicine of connection.

August Library Closure

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The Blaisdell Memorial Library will be closed to the public from August 13th to August 21st, following the end of Summer Reading.

During this time, physical materials may not be available for check out or return. All patrons are encouraged to check the due dates on items they have checked out to arrange renewals in advance, as well as place any requests or reserves before the closure. Digital items such as Libby e-books and e-audiobooks will not be affected by the closure.

Patrons with Inter-Library Loan items that are due back during this week are encouraged to either return them in advance or request a renewal the week before, as other libraries may need more time to respond. There may also be a delay in recieving ILL loans that are placed close to the closure week.

For any questions, please contact the library.

Friends of the Library Double Feature

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Thursday, June 15th, starting at 6pm

Two fantastic events in one exciting evening, brought to you by the Friends of the Blaisdell Memorial Library.

First, starting at 6pm, join the Friends as they unveil Nottingham’s brand new Little Free Library! Little Free Libraries are small community libraries free for everyone to use. Take home a book and return it when you’re done.

Afterwards, starting from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, join us for a discussion with local author Tom Eid about his book, 53 With a Tree: Family-Friendly Hikes in New Hampshire’s Town Forests. Tom Eid is an environmentalist and certified naturalist who lives with his family in Nottingham. Come learn more about family-friendly hikes in the area. Locations and trails are chosen for their ease of hiking, enjoyable natural features, and attractive plants and animals.

Signed copies of Tom Eid’s book will be available for purchase at the author talk. All proceeds are being generously donated to the Friends of the Library to support Blaisdell Memorial Library.

Dragon friend.

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Hello,

Welcome to Summer Reading weekly craft. This week we are making a dragon friend and craft kits are available for pick up at the library.

  • Cut out your wings and ears. Have an adult help you slice small slits to insert your wings and ears.
  • Add the eyes, pom poms, teeth, and poke your green pipe cleaners where you want some spikes. Stack your tissue paper and make cuts to about 2 inches from the end. Roll the tissue paper into a tube and (insert it into the noodle… no glue needed). Enjoy your fire breathing dragon.

Thanks for joining us for Summer Reading craft. I hope you have fun creating!

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The Art of Story!

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Hello,

Welcome to Summer Reading weekly craft. This week we are making The Art of Story paintings and craft kits are available for pick up at the library. If you can’t make it in, here is a list of materials: Canvas, paint, paintbrush, shells, glue.

  • Divide your canvas into three sections for sky, water, and sand. Be sure to leave enough room on the sand area to add your “footprints” and shells.
  • Paint your sky, water and sand. Mix the blue and green for an ocean green color. Let dry completely.
  • Apply a small amount of brown paint to the side of your hand. Press onto the sand area for footprints and use your fingers to print the toes. ** Test your footprints on a piece of paper before you apply them to your canvas.
  • OPTIONAL-Apply craft glue where you’d like your sand and shell. Add sand first and then shells. Keep flat while drying.

Thanks for joining us for Summer Reading craft. I hope you have fun creating!

See you for next week’s craft!

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Wild Things!

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Hello,

Welcome to Summer Reading weekly craft. This week we are making Wild Things wall hangings and craft kits are available for pick up at the library. If you can’t make it in, here is a list of materials: Paper, watercolor paints, animal stencil, black marker, and ribbon.

  • Tape your paper to the table counter or solid surface. Paint a light colorful background on your watercolor paper.
  • When it’s completely dry, place your animal stencil on top and trace the outline.
  • Fill in the stencil outline to create a solid silhouette of your animal. Cut a small V-shape off the bottom. Punch a hole on each top corner and add a ribbon to hang your artwork. Enjoy!!!
  • OPTIONAL-attach a string to display.

Thanks for joining us for Summer Reading craft. I hope you have fun creating!

See you for next week’s craft!

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Hello,

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Welcome to Summer Reading weekly craft. This week we are making Summer Sun Catcher and craft kits are available for pick up at the library. If you can’t make it in, here is a list of materials: canning jar ring, paper with design or your own drawing, string, beads, markers, glue.

  • Trace the outline of the canning jar ring onto a sheet of thin paper and create your own design. Color with marker and cut around the outline.
  • Apply glue around the inside rim of the ring and place the colorful design inside the ring against the glued area. Allow to dry.
  • Wrap string or yarn around the outer edge of the ring and tie a double knot. Add beads for embellishment. Cut string or yarn to make loop and hang your sun catcher in a sunny window.
  • OPTIONAL-attach a string to the center of the bowl to hang

Thanks for joining us for Summer Reading craft. I hope you have fun creating!

See you for next week’s craft!

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