For the last Mystery Book Club meeting at the end of August, we were fortunate enough to have the author virtually visit as we discussed his featured title, A Calamity of Souls. In a very interesting conversation, David Baldacci talked about how life-changing reading was for him. Baldacci’s Wish You Well Foundation, which he runs … Continued
“The world was hers for the reading.” –Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn As I head off on vacation next week, I am loading up my suitcase with several paperbacks and my phone with still more books to read and listen to. I won’t get to all of them, but what’s better that having … Continued
“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea. Drink the wild air’s salubrity.”—Ralph Waldo Emerson Today, we’re experiencing our first heatwave of the season with triple digits across the state. We’re fortunate in many ways here in Manchester where the sea breezes help keep things a few degrees cooler, and the library provides a nice cool … Continued
“In early June the world of leaf and blade and flowers explodes, and every sunset is different.”– John Steinbeck, The Winter of Our Discontent June is upon us and as the weather turns warm, and dry? (finally!) we will begin outside programming on the lovely front lawn. With days, books and films to highlight Pride, … Continued
Hello Manchester-by-the-Sea, It’s May which means it’s time for Manchester Reads! “An adventure about friendship and community” …that is a brief description of Elaine Dimopoulos’ early middle-grade novel, The Remarkable Rescue at Milkweed Meadow, a 2024 Mass Book Awards Honor title. Why, you may ask, has the library chosen a children’s book as the next … Continued
Hello all! April is upon us and while the days seem longer, we are busier than ever here at the library. If you follow library news, you’ll have heard that in mid-March an executive order was issued that will essentially dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). What does that mean for libraries … Continued
Hello Library Friends! Hope you’re enjoying the warmer weather that has led to a melting March; I know I am heartened by the hint of spring in the air. Whether you enjoy this time of year for March Madness, St. Patty’s Day, or Dr. Seuss’ birthday, there are monthly highlights in the library world as … Continued
Hello February! It’s Love your Library month! I hope everyone has had a chance to cuddle up with a good book during the snow we had last month. This month why not check out a pair of snowshoes from our Library of Things and get outside? Nature breaks are a great way to get moving … Continued
Welcome to 2025! As we usher in this new year, my thoughts (like many of you, I suspect) turn to fresh starts and beginnings. I’m not a resolution-maker although I do like to ponder what could be in the year to come. My hope for the Library is that we will receive positive news regarding … Continued
As we head full swing into the holiday season, the library should be a frequent stop to pick up books to read and movies to watch, but also to take part in the many, merry offerings we have for you this month! The first week alone includes a free concert featuring folk duo Hungrytown at … Continued