Story Time // Stories, songs and a craft. This program is
perfect for preschoolers: Tuesdays at 10am. There is no story time on November 3rd or 24th.
Tunes, Tales & Tumbles // Singing, musical instruments, scarves and MORE! This program is perfect for our littlest patrons: Thursdays at 10am.
Outdoor Story Time // Our outdoor story hour with stories and outdoor activities. We will be outside rain or shine, so please dress for the weather: Thursdays at 2pm.
LEGOs // An hour of creative construction every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 3:30pm.
Youth Chess Club // We welcome players of all levels. **Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Parents of participants are invited to play also. If you have a board, please consider bringing it along. Chess Club will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3:30pm.
Teen Night // Tuesday, November 17th at 5pm. We will be putting together some care packages and ending the night with pizza and games!
Save the Date // Our annual Polar Express Movie Night will be on Friday, December 4th.
We are truly enjoying our new Community Art Space // We appreciate the positive feedback on our October exhibition by Kate Goegel. November will feature G. Hudson and December will feature Jayne Hastings. If you are interested in reserving a month long exhibit, contact the Library today for a copy of our policy.
Friends of Elkins Public Library gives us money to purchase most of our annual passes! While most places close for the season, many are still open. Call or come in to plan your next outing.
We will be closed for Veterans Day on November 11. We will close at noon on Wednesday, November 25 and re-open on Monday, November 30 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
There is a meeting of the Library Board of Trustees on Monday, November 16 at 6:00pm.
The Old Man Boring Book Club (OMBBC) // November 5 at 6pm. This group loves to share non-fiction recent reads. Come and share your favorites with the group and maybe find a title you would like to read.
Evening Book Group with Rosie // “The Reading List” by Sara Nisha Adams. Wednesday, November 18 at 6:00pm. Pick up your copy today at the Circulation desk.
Pins and Needles // This group enjoys time together while working on knitting, crochet and mending. Wednesdays at 2:00pm in the fireplace parlor. All levels of crafter are welcome. COme make a new friend!
Special Pop Up Craft Events // With Mahrheahnnah Ostroth. One of our dear Friends, in her devotion to her favorite library, has offered to teach some lovely crafts and supply all the materials needed. Thank you! These programs are geared towards adults. We are limited to 8 participants so sign up early!
Corn Husk Dolls, Thurs., Nov. 19, 3-4:30pm // Celebrate the harvest season by making a traditional corn husk doll. Bring a hand towel. All other materials will be provided. We are limited to 8 participants so call or come in the library to sign up.
Crystal Snowflakes, Thurs., Dec. 10, 1-3 pm. // Spend a December afternoon with us beading a crystal snowflake to decorate your Christmas Tree. We will be using long beading needles, all materials will be provided.
Free Tech Help // Call to reserve your half hour appointment on Thursdays between 4-6pm. Kal’s schedule fills up weeks in advance so call now. Thank you Kal!
Canterbury Blood Drive, Wed., Nov. 4, 1-6pm, Parish House // Shelby Holt, one of our patrons, has decided to organize a blood drive after having a blood transfusion which saved her life. She took it upon herself to find organizations that would partner with her to bring this to Canterbury! We are pleased and honored to support her efforts.Thank you Shelby, for being a community hero!
Elkins Public Library Speaker Series
Sticking with Tough Conversations. Thurs., Nov. 5, 6 pm at the Town Hall. Join us as we host a program from New Hampshire Listens from the Carsey School of Public Policy, UNH. This is designed to help people move through high-conflict moments in public and community life. Maybe discussions around the Thanksgiving table? Come learn some tools to use.