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.
- November 5: James by Percival Everett
- December 3: Anima Rising by Christopher Moore
- January 7: Small things Like These by Claire Keegan
- February 4: Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson
- March 4: Zorrie by Laird Hunt
- April 1st: A Murder is Announced by Agatha Christie
- May 6th: Go Set A Watchman by Harper Lee
- June 3rd: The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb
EVENING BOOK GROUP – Meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM. (Not in August or December) This group meets outside, weather permitting, during spring and summer.
Upcoming Discussion Dates:
- November 18: Raising Hare: A Memoir by Chloe Dalton
- December: NO MEETING
- January 27: Midnight Library by Matthew Haig
- February 24: The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson
- March 24: How to Age Disgracefully by Claire Pool
- April 28th: The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times by Jane Goodall
- May 26th: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
- June 23rd: A Marriage at Sea: a true story of love, obsession, and shipwreck by Sophie Elmhirst
- July 28th: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
- August: 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.
- November 12: The Way (2010)
- December 10: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
- January 14th: Godzilla: Minus One (2023)
- February 11th: Treasure Planet (2002)
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:
- November 18th @ Parks and Rec: Seashore Trolley Museum — Richard
- November 25th: Holiday Memories & Traditions — Group Share
- December 2nd: Literary Topic — Alex
- December 9th: Color Theory — Neolani
- December 16th @ Parks and Rec: Holiday Music, Crafting, and Refreshments — Olivia and Rec Staff (10am-12pm)
- December 23rd: Flying Santa Program to the Lighthouses — Jeremy
- December 30th: A year in review and what is to come! — Dan
2027 Coffee Hours Topics:
- January 6th: Weight Loss & Hormones — Derek
- January 13th: Honey Facts & Recipes (Winnie the Pooh Week) — Julie and Neolani
**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.