As Editor of Wreck & Rescue Journal, John Galluzzo has traveled the United States in search of takes of shipwrecks and lifesaving. Along the way, he has been treated to marvelous views of the country’s lighthouses – short, tall, ornamental, utilitarian – always dramatically situated and each with its own story to tell. In...
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The ‘No-Bake, Bake-Off!’ rules are fairly simple. You can make either a drink, appetizer or dessert that has a February holiday theme. It has to be primarily made in the library and you can use the microwave to heat up your creation. If you want to do some prep at home that is acceptable. You can bring your own blender. You...
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Does your teddy bear like adventure? Is your favorite dolly dying to get out of the house? Register for the ‘Stuffed Animal Sleepover’ that’s happening from 6-7:30pm on Thursday, March 1, in the Children’s Room. Children of all ages are welcome to prepare their favorite stuffed animal for a night in the library. We...
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Please click on the ‘calendar’ icon on this webpage (look to your right under ‘library links’) to get details regarding each program such as age groupings, date, time, and whether registration is required. (*registration required) Below is just a list…
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How about a good book AND pizza? It’s Monday, 5:30pm, school vacation, you’re hungry and it’s time to share a great story! Bring the book you’ve just finished or maybe an old favorite you just love. We’ll share some of the reasons why we liked our books. And finally, we’ll all vote on the favorite pick of the night. The winning book and...
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Welcome to our new shared catalog http://catalog.southernnh.bywatersolutions.com. The new catalog includes the collections from both Plaistow & Sandown libraries. Atkinson library card holders are now be able to place holds and borrow items from all three libraries. Contact the library 362-5234 for your login and password information.
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It’s time for a special lesson in Modern Dance (BeBop, Kicks, Turns and Leaps)! Designed just for children ages 4-7, our Dance Instructor today is Caroline Sharplin, from the European School of Dancing, Salem, NH. Registration required for this fun event!
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New for youth on Thursdays are “Create & Express” art classes. Generally, these will be fun and easy crafts for any skill level. Each month in-house artist, Judy Marden, will offer you one or two crafts to choose from. The crafts will coordinate with the holidays and/or seasons and will often be offered for...
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New on Tuesdays we have “The Dabblers” who are a painting and crafts group. They are looking for like-minded artisans to join them. They are seeking beginners to advanced folk in oil, acrylic or watercolor media on canvas, wood or paper. They are willing to help you get started or you can just...
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Tech THIS out! If you got a new e-reader or gadget recently that makes you want to hide, then we can help you hold your head up high again. You can have a brief lesson here called “Turn it On!” on your tech toy (Kindle, iPad, iPod, Nook or other device compatible with Overdrive) and learn...
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