Category: Programs

PAWS to Read with Orla: Wednesday, 3/19/25 (By appointment only)

Orla will be back for PAWS to Read on Wednesday, March 19th from 3:30 PM-4:30 PM. For many children, reading can be a daunting task. This can be especially true for shy, quiet kids. Paws To Read offers readers a quiet, calm opportunity to practice and gain their reading confidence with a friendly dog. Orla, the Golden Retriever therapy dog and her handler Kate are here to provide a “judgement… Read more

Film Enthusiast – Upcoming Films on Tuesdays at 1 PM

Are you a Cineaste (an enthusiast for or devotee of movies or filmmaking)? If so, join us as we view award winning films, documentaries, foreign films and modern classics. Watch the feature film and then join the group in giving a ‘thumbs up’ review.  As always, Kleenex will be available for those ‘laugh until you cry’ movie moments. THE UPCOMING FILMS:  *Please note the films are subject to change.  … Read more

Focus and Snap Photography Group with Eva McDermott: 12:30 PM on the 2nd Thursday of the month

Do you love photography and wish to further develop your skills or share your knowledge and passion with others? We are a new group of photography enthusiasts who meet once a month to help each other fine tune techniques and if time permits do a bit of camera work outside. If you are a new or experienced digital camera photographer or use a cell phone to take pictures, feel free… Read more

Evening Book Club: 3rd Tuesdays at 6 PM

The Evening Book Club meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month to discuss a title chosen by the group. Why not join in, take an hour and talk about this month’s book. Hear what others have to say and enjoy the conversations. Books to be discussed are available for loan at the main circulation desk. Join us on these dates: February 18th – Riding Lessons by Sara Gruen March 18th… Read more

T/ween Book Discussion: Wednesday, 4/2/25 at 6 PM

The book of the month is Blood Debts, by Terry J. Benton-Walker. Thirty years ago, a young woman was murdered, a family was lynched, and New Orleans saw the greatest magical massacre in its history.  In the days that followed, a throne was stolen from a queen. On the anniversary of these brutal events, Clement and Cristina Trudeau — twin heirs to a powerful, magical, dethroned family — are mourning… Read more

Contra Dancing In New Hampshire: Then and Now – (NH Humanities) – Thursday, 4/10/25 at 6 PM

Since the late 1600s, the lively tradition of contra dancing has kept people of all ages swinging and sashaying in barns, town halls, and schools around the state. Contra dancing came to New Hampshire by way of the English colonists and remains popular in many communities, particularly in the Monadnock Region. Presenter Dudley Laufman brings this tradition to life with stories, poems and recordings of callers, musicians, and dancers, past… Read more

NH Boating Safety Courses 2025

nh_safetydepartmentThe following NH Boating Safety Courses will be held at the Kimball Library on the following dates from 6 – 9:30 PM: March 4th and March 6th April 1st and April 3rd May 6th and May 8th The New Hampshire Classroom Course covers a variety of topics including boat navigation, boating safety equipment, invasive aquatic species and laws and rules. This instructor-led class incorporates a range of learning methods consisting… Read more

Turn it On! (Tech Tutorials)

Tech THIS out!  If you have an e-reader or gadget that you want to learn how to use with free downloadable books, then we can help you.  You can have a brief lesson called “Turn it On!” on your tech toy (Kindle, iPad, tablet, cell phone or other device compatible with the Libby or Hoopla App) and learn how to put a free library e-book on it.  This is a… Read more

Needle Crafters ~ Wednesdays at 10:30 (Register)

yarnbasket Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, rug braiding, quilting or another form of needle work come join us for Needle Crafters. Each Wednesday, this informal gathering is a fun meet-up for those who are currently working on projects or who wish to start one. Are you stuck on a stitch or confused by a pattern? Most likely someone in the group can help. It is a great group to get some… Read more

Sew It Up! ~ Winter Session, Wednesdays at 12 PM

Do you like to sew? Come join this super friendly and welcoming group who like to do all sorts of sewing, including crafts, garments and home decorations.  With sewing machines in hand, the group gathers together on Wednesdays at 12:00 to talk about sewing projects, techniques, fabric etc. all while stitching away.  Don’t have a project that you are currently working on?  No problem, the group has a couple projects… Read more