The Mah-jongg Club meets on the following days each month:
Wednesdays each week at 11:15 AM. Intermediate to advanced players are encouraged to play on Wednesdays.
Fridays each week at 10 AM. Beginner to intermediate players are encouraged to play on Fridays.
The first Saturday of every month at 10 AM. Beginners are wholeheartedly encouraged to attend the Saturday meetings.
The library will be closed Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We hope that you have a wonderful holiday weekend and will see you next week!
The spring book sale for Blaisdell Memorial Library is fast approaching, and many of you are inquiring:
Can I donate books and/or puzzles directly to Blaisdell Memorial Library if I want it to go to the book sale? No, thank you. Due to the number of donations that we have come in at once, we have designated Friends of the Library volunteer to help us sort through all book sale donations.
When can I donate my books and puzzles? Monday, May 11th from 10 AM to 2 PM, Tuesday, May 12th through Thursday, May 14th from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Where can I donate my books and puzzles? Nottingham Old Town Hall, 130 Stage Road, Nottingham, NH
I’m a Nottingham town resident. What book sale day is just for Nottingham town residents to purchase materials? Friday, May 15th from 3 PM to 6:30 PM
What book sale days can anyone purchase materials at the book sale this year? Saturday, May 16th and Sunday, May 17th from 9 AM to 2 PM.
How much do individual items cost at the book sale? Adult and Young Adult hardcover books are $3.00. Adult and Young Adult paperback books are $2.00. Coffee table books are $5.00. Children’s hardcover books are $1.00 each. Children’s paperback books are buy one for $1 and get one free. DVDs are $1.00 each. Audiobooks are $1.00 each. Puzzles and games are $3.00. Neon green dot books are $1.00. Special box sets are as marked.
How do I pay for these materials? The book sale accepts cash, check and venmo payments are accepted. The information for paying via Venmo is @NottinghamLibrary 0667.
Blaisdell Memorial Library will be closed on Saturday, July 27th due to vital well maintenance. The Field Day event being held at the Marston Property will not be impacted by this building closure.
We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your patience. The Library will reopen as usual on Tuesday, July 30th.
Watercolor art by Mary Beeman
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!
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Thanks for joining us for Summer Reading craft. I hope you have fun creating!
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