Book Discussions
AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP – Meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1:30 PM. This group meets outside, weather permitting, during spring and summer.
- August 6: Dead Man’s Wake by Paul Doiron
- September 3: Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy
- October 1: That Reminds Me of a Funny Story by Rebecca Rule
- November 4: James by Percival Everett
- December 3: Anima Rising by Christopher Moore
EVENING BOOK GROUP – Meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM. (Not in August) This group meets outside, weather permitting, during spring and summer.
- September 23: That Reminds Me of A Funny Story by Rebecca Rule
- October 28: Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
- November 18: Raising Hare: A Memoir by Chloe Dalton
- December: NO MEETING
View Past Book Group Titles: Book Discussion Titles 1990 – 2018
Casual Critics
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.
- 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:
- 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 C
- September 16th @ Parks and Rec: Real Estate Topic: The Psychology behind buying a home– Olivia W
- September 23rd: Childhood Memorabilia — Group Share
- September 30th: Samuel Slater – Father of the Industrial Revolution — Mary W
- October 7th: Rehabilitating “The Grange” – A Historic Nottingham Building — Liz D
- October 14th: History of Pawtuckway State Park — Steve S
- October 21st @ Parks and Rec: Local Ghost Stories — Samuel S
- October 28th: Haunted Lighthouses — Jeremy D
- November 4th: Outdoor Living and Jewelry from Nature — Ellen C
- November 11th: CLOSED — NO COFFEE HOUR
**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 also have a Mah-jongg for beginners session 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.