Book Discussions
AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP – Typically meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1:30 PM. This group meets outside, weather permitting, during spring and summer.
- July 2: Three Sisters by Heather Morris
- August 6: Dead Wake by Erik Larson
- September 3: Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy
- October 1: James by Percival Everett
- November 5: Anima Rising by Christopher Moore
EVENING BOOK GROUP – Typically meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM. This group meets outside, weather permitting, during spring and summer.
- July 22: A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko
- August: NO MEETING
- September 23: The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
- October 28: Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
View Past Book Group Titles: Book Discussion Titles 1990 – 2018
NEW! Casual Critics Movie Discussion Group
Are you a film buff looking for friends? The Casual Critics is a monthly movie discussion group! Sign-up and borrow or stream the movie of the month, then join the group meetings every 2nd Thursday at 5 PM to discuss the film.
- July 9: 2081 (2009) – This will be shown during the meeting!
- August 20: Some Like It Hot (1959)
- September 10: Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)
- October 8: Nosferatu (1922)
- November 12: The Way (2010)
Community Coffee Hour
Every Wednesday at 10 AM
Enjoy bite-sized Blaisdell discussions each Wednesday morning. Join us to talk about Nottingham and the latest local events, learn something new, hear about resources for daily life, and enjoy free coffee and snacks.
2026 Coffee Hour Topics:
- July 1st: Clothing Swap — Amanda S.
- July 8th: Writers Panel & AMA — Elizabeth G, Tom E, & James K
- July 15th: Flower Arranging — Julie
- July 22nd: The Barn at Merry Hill — Bobby
- July 29th: NHH Special – Songs of Emigration — Jordan T
- August 5th: Perennial Flower Gardening — Sara K
- August 12th: CLOSED — NO COFFEE HOUR
- August 19th @ Parks & Rec: Repair Cafe — Cecelia and Susan
- August 26th: Discovering the Unconscious — Steve S
- September 2nd: Basics of Cribbage — Julie K
- September 9th: Literary Topic — Alex Conroy
- September 16th @ Parks and Rec: Real Estate Topic — Olivia W
- September 23rd: Childhood Memorabilia — Group Share
- September 30th: Samuel Slater – Father of the Industrial Revolution — Mary W
**The third coffee hour of the month will usually (not in July) be hosted at the town offices kitchen in partnership with Nottingham Parks and Recreation. 2025 Newsletters
All community members are welcome to attend or to reach out if they would like to present to the group.
Game & Gab
Come join the fun every 1st Tuesday of the month at 1 PM for a round of cards, dominoes, or whatever games you like! Open to adults of all ages, so stop on in and join in on the gab!
Homesteaders’ Hub
Every 3rd Thursday at 5 PM.
Homesteaders and those interested in building their skills are invited to join the Hub! Share your knowledge, trade tips, and learn about traditional skills, self-sufficiency, and sustainable living. Meetings may be presentations, activities, or round-table discussions.
Mah-jongg Club
Every Wednesday after Coffee Hour (11:15 AM) & Friday at 10 AM. Held at 1:15 PM every 3rd Wednesday. We are also adding a Mah-jongg for beginners on the 1st Saturday of the month at 10AM
Mah-jongg is a Chinese game of collecting tiles and gaining points played with four people, similar to the card game Rummy! Whether you’re a beginner interested in learning the rules or an intermediate player looking for new friends, all are welcome to BML’s Mah-jongg club gathering. Saturday meetings are aimed specifically at beginners.
Chess Club
Every 3rd Saturday at 10 AM
Are you an enthusiastic chess player or a beginner looking to improve your skills? The BML chess club is open to all ages! Drop by on the third Saturday of the month at 10 AM for a chance to practice and play games against your fellow players.
