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Wednesday, September 28 @ 7:00pm "A startling and haunting novel, 1984 creates an imaginary world that is completely convincing from start to finish. No one can deny the novel’s hold on the imaginations of whole generations, or the power of its admonitions—a power that seems to grow, not lessen, with the passage of time." (Amazon.com)
New members are always welcome. SUMMER READING PROGRAM
This year's "Oceans of Possibilities" theme events included...
Wednesday, July 6 @ 1:00pm Steve Blunt, Singer/Storyteller "Down by the Bay: Songs in the Key of the Sea" Join us as we kick off our Summer Reading Program Events with Steve Blunt, an award-winning New Hampshire singer/songwriter, who will be here performing fun ocean-themed songs and stories. Wednesday, July 13 @ 1:00pm Squam Lakes Natural Science Center "Aquatic Critters" "Water is essential for life on our planet. From marshes and ponds to lakes and rivers, aquatic communities support an amazing array of life. Join a Science Center naturalist to meet three different live animals who depend on New Hampshire’s waters. Learn about their habitats, adaptations, and populations." (Squam Lakes Natural Science Center) Wednesday, July 20 @ 1:00pm Robert Rivest, Comic Mime & Juggler "Using mime, comedy, and interactive stories, Robert brings original Ocean Themed stories to life before your eyes! He combines classic mime artistry with hilarious character voices and humorous insights into the oceans of positive possibilities in everyday life. In several audience participation opportunities, we will have fun improvising your story ideas. Everyone will learn cool mime illusions and then act out the stories we create together on the spot!" (Robert Rivest Library Programs) Wednesday, July 27 @ 1:00pm Children's Museum of New Hampshire "Across Oceans: Exploring the Art, Culture, & History of Japan" Friday, July 29 @ 1:00pm RAFFLE PRIZE ANNOUNCEMENTS & ICE CREAM PARTY Come celebrate the end of another fun summer reading program. Raffle prize winners will be announced, and we'll have ICE CREAM! These events are free and open to the public. This year's summer reading program has ended. We had over thirty children participate in our summer reading program that provided incentives / prizes for every hour kids read. Kids also had the chance to win a raffle prize, of which there were many to choose from. The summer events were fun and I thank everyone who joined us this year: Squam Lake Science Center, Steve Blunt, Simon Brooks, Robert Rivest, and art projects from Children’s Museum of NH.
Mondays, 10:00 - 11:00 amStory-time is held Monday mornings from 10:00 - 11:00am, with our very own Laurie!
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UPCOMING EVENTSSaturday, September 24
9:00am - 1:00pm Basement Book Sale, Plant Sale, & Vendors on Lawn Bradford Celebration Day (All Day) Schedule of events below: 
PASSES FOR PATRONSCurrier Gallery of Art / Manchester
The Fells / Newbury Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum / Warner Squam Lakes Natural Science Center / Holderness Telephone Museum / Warner RECENT / PAST EVENTSMonday, September 19
6:00pm - 7:00pm Back to School Braid Night w/ Jen Wright This event is open to moms, dads, grandparents, or ANYONE who would like to learn how to braid. Come and receive a braiding tutorial from a professional! Wednesday, September 14
6:00pm - 7:00pm Poetry Tasting Come and take a taste of poetry! We’ll have poetry books available to sample. The idea is to spend one minute reading each book of poetry, sampling a variety to get a better sense of what you like. Then we’ll talk about what resonates for you. This program is in participation with the Kearsarge Community Network whose mission is “Building a Network to Cultivate Community Collaboration.” Saturday, September 10
11:00am - 1:00pm The Caterpillar Lab We are excited to have this NH organization here at our library! This is a drop-in program, so show up any time between 10am and 1pm to learn all about caterpillars. "The Caterpillar Lab fosters greater appreciation and care for the complexity and beauty of our local natural history through live caterpillar educational programs, research initiatives, and photography and film projects. We believe that an increased awareness of one’s local environment is the foundation on which healthy and responsible attitudes towards the broader natural systems of this world is built." (caterpillarlab.org) Wednesday, August 17 @ 6:30pm
Jody Crotty - Certified Soul Level Animal Communicator "Are you grieving the loss of your pet and want to know how they are on the other side? Do you feel your overly affectionate pet chose you? Jody helps you discover and understand the meaningful messages from the animals in your life. A session with Jody offers you the opportunity to receive loving wisdom from your animal’s perspective, to hear their side of the story. Jody’s intuitive nature with her cheerful demeanor, provides gentle support when you’re grieving the transition of your cherished companion, as well as offers assistance as you resolve animal behavior issues. She connects with animals alive and those in spirit, fostering the infinite love animals have in your life." (jodycrotty.com) Jody will provide a 20–30-minute talk about her profession, then she will intuitively choose members of the audience from those who would like their animals read. There is no need to bring animals with you as the less information she knows, the better the reading is for the person. Wednesday, August 10 @ 6:30pm Making Sense of Karl Marx Presented by Eric Boyer, Colby Sawyer College School of Business & Social Sciences Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, or perhaps a zombie that refuses to die, interest in Karl Marx rises during times of economic hardship and political conflict. Scan the headlines of any newspaper and you will not be surprised that people are once again looking to this 19th century philosopher to try to make sense of 21st century problems. Some look to Marx as a hero, others as a villain, but what did he really say about Capitalism, politics, and Communism? In this talk Dr. Eric Boyer will provide a brief introduction to the basics of Marx and Marxism in the attempt to make sense of this ghost who continues to haunt the American imagination… what, if anything, can Marx help us to understand about the present? Thursday, July 28 @ 6:30pm LGBTQ+ Youth in Schools In this program, Kathleen Farrell, Ph.D. (Professor of Sociology at Colby-Sawyer College) will use national data to present the experience of LGBTQ+ students in U.S. schools, introduce terminology to facilitate the audience's understanding of today's sexual and gender diversity, and make recommendations for school personnel and parents to better support the well-being of LGBTQ+ youth. Saturday, July 23 @ 11:00am Simon Brooks - Storyteller/Performer Location: Corners Garden (East Main St. Garden across from Tin Shop & Bradford Historical Society) Storyteller/Performer Simon Brooks will entertain us in the garden with stories and songs. This event is to welcome children and families to the Corners Garden. After Simon's performance, we look forward to brainstorming with the group about how to create a natural playscape for kids' enjoyment. Wednesday, July 13 @ 6:00pm "Microplastic Madness", Movie & Discussion We have partnered with Bradford Energy group to bring our community together to watch the movie, Microplastic Madness in support of Plastic Free July. Friday, July 15, 2:00-4:00pm Make Your Own Beeswax Wrap The Bradford Energy group will provide materials and assistance in making beeswax wraps in lieu of plastic wrap! Saturday, May 28, 9:00am - 1:00pm Plant, Book & Bake Sale Come one, come all to this fun annual event. Perennials need dividing? Extra seedlings? Please consider donating to this annual event. If you need pots/containers or help digging and dividing, please call us here at the library for assistance (603-938-5562). Proceeds from this event help fund library improvements and activities. Hope to see you there! Saturday, April 16, 11:00am Easter Egg Hunt Hippity Hoppity! Come hunt for Easter eggs on the library lawn, rain or shine. Hope to see you here! Thursday, February 24, 7:00pm African American Soldiers and Sailors in the Revolution - *ZOOM EVENT* During this Zoom presentation, Glenn Knoblock will inform us about one of the most interesting aspects of the American Revolution... the role played by African Americans in the fight for independence. Both free African Americans and those that were enslaved were key in manning state militias and Continental Army units, as well as serving on the high seas in the Navy and on privately armed ships. Indeed, their service to the colonies was crucial in a conflict that lasted nearly seven years. Prohibited from serving in military units and largely considered "undesirable elements," how is it that these African American soldiers came to fight for the cause of liberty, even when their own personal liberty was not guaranteed? Glenn Knoblock examines the history of African American soldiers' service during the war, including how and why they enlisted, their interaction with white soldiers, service on the battlefields, how they were perceived by the enemy and the officers under whom they served, and their treatment after the war. Hosted by the Friends of the Brown Memorial Library |
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