The following audio book titles have been nominated or have won awards in 2011.  They are on order here at Manchester, so be on the look-out to put a hold on these babies, soon!

Author:  William Shakespeare

Reader:    Full Cast

Blackstone Audio, Inc., 2011.

In this classic Shakespeare play, a tormented prince seeks revenge for his father’s death, facing tragic consequences along the way.  2011 Grammy Nominee for Best Spoken Word Album.

Author:  Michael Crummey

Reader:  John Lee

Blackstone Audio, Inc. 2011

When a whale beaches itself on the shore of the remote coastal town of Paradise Deep, the last thing any of the townspeople expect to find inside it is a man, silent and reeking of fish but remarkably alive. The discovery of this mysterious person, soon christened Judah, sets the town scrambling for answers as its most prominent citizens weigh in on whether he is man or beast, blessing or curse, miracle or demon.  Kirkus Reviews Best fiction of 2011.

Reader:  Bronson Pinchot

Blackstone Audio, Inc. 2011

Author:  Elizabeth Letts

Harry de Leyer first saw the horse he would name Snowman on a bleak winter afternoon between the slats of a rickety truck bound for the slaughterhouse. He recognized the spark in the eye of the beaten-up horse and bought him for eighty dollars. On Harry’s modest farm on Long Island, the horse thrived. But the recent Dutch immigrant and his growing family needed money. He reluctantly sold Snowman to a farm a few miles down the road. But Snowman had other ideas about what Harry needed. Goodreads Choice Awards.

Author:  Dan Savage & Terry Miller

Reader:  Marguerite Gavin, Paul Michael Garcia

Blackstone Audio, Inc. 2011

In the wake of a bullying epidemic that has seen LGBT students targeted with abuse around the world, authors Dan Savage and Terry Miller offer this inspiring collection of essays to help bullying victims overcome their mistreatment.  Goodreads Choice Awards.

Author:  J. R. Ackerley

Reader:  Ralph Cosham

Blackstone Audio, Inc. 2011

J. R. Ackerley never considered himself an animal lover. However, when he came into possession of a German Sheppard, he embarked on a sixteen-year companionship that changed his life and gave him a newfound perspective on relationships.  Audible’s Best of 2011:  Editor’s Picks & Customer Favorites.

Author:  Jean Thompson

Reader:  Cassandra Campbell

Blackstone Audio, Inc. 2011

At Anita’s wedding in 1973, fissures start to form within the Erickson family. Her brother Ryan dreams big and plots his escape from Iowa. He is joined by a traumatized veteran who shows him the ups and downs of freedom. Torrie, the youngest daughter, also wants to escape. However, her decisions bring about dire consequences for the entire family.  Kirkus Reviews Best Fiction of 2011.

Author:  Karleen Koen

Reader:  Karleen Koen

Blackstone Audio, Inc. 2011

Karleen Koen chronicles Louis XIV during his first year as King of France. Told through the voices of young Louis and his mistress, Koen’s novel captures the essence of seventeenth century France and its court politics.  Library Journal’s Best Books of 2011.

Author:  Ben Ryder Howe

Reader: Bronson Pinchot

Blackstone Audio, Inc. 2011

When his wife, the daughter of Korean immigrants, decided to put everything she had in a deli as a gift to her parents, Ben Ryder Howe’s life was forever changed. Now, Howe is living with his in-laws, spending his days at his job with the Paris Review, and spending his nights working at the deli. Here, Howe reveals how owning a deli transformed his life and gave him a new perspective.  Amazon.com Best Books of 2011.

~Amy H.~

Introduction to MS Word 2010
Tuesday October 4, 2011
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Winchell Room
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word, the essential skill you need in today’s job market. We will create and save a file, learn basic functions such as copy/paste, tabbing and setting margins and have fun with enhancements (bold, italic, font size, and font color). Come join us for this relaxed, hands-on class.
Class size is limited to 8 people. Sign up now by calling the Library at 624-6550 ext. 319.
Amy H.

Yay! Spring is here and with it new computer skills for you! Join us for a quick, easy lesson in how to attach a file to your e-mail account. It is preferred that you have an e-mail account before attending this clinic. Since this is the last computer clinic in the series (for now), with time permitting, you’ll have a chance to ask questions about things covered in previous job search clinics! This is your chance to ask questions about searching monster.com, creating a resume, or creating a cover letter! We’ve increased the number of participants for this clinic from four to eight to account for a variety of questions, so come on down! You are the next contestant on The Job Search Clinic is Right! Books from the collection on these subjects will also be available at the clinic for you to check out. See you there!

Sign up or call Amy H. at ext. 320.

Job Search Clinic 3: Creating a Cover Letter
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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Main Branch
Winchell Room

A cover letter is the first thing an employer will see when they open your resume. Get help creating this important letter, which goes along with your application or resume when applying for a job. Bring a cover letter you are working on, or we will help you create one from scratch!

Flash drives (electronic storage devices) are available for sale so that you can save your work.

In order to provide hands-on help and to answer any and all questions on creating documents for perspective employers, this class is limited to four participants. Sign up now!

You may register on-line through the library’s calendar of events or by calling the Reference Desk at 624-6550 ext. 320

Amy H.

2010 PACKAGE X (57 pgs.) New Hampshire business tax forms:

http://www.nh.gov/revenue/forms/By_Number/documents/packagex_2010.pdf

2010 DP-10 – INTEREST AND DIVIDENDS (6 pgs):

http://www.nh.gov/revenue/forms/By_Number/documents/ID_Booklet.pdf

Information on 2010 DP-8 – LOW AND MODERATE INCOME. This form is not available until Spring 2011:

http://www.nh.gov/revenue/forms/low_mod_program.htm

Other 2010 state tax forms at the NH.gov website:

http://www.nh.gov/revenue/forms/By_Number/by_number.htm

As always, the library will be happy to download and print these forms for you for .15 cents per page.

Amy H.

Call 624-6550 ext. 320 and ask for Amy H.

See you there!

V. A. Medical Center
718 Smyth Road
Call for Appointment:
624-3455 ext. 6422
Wednesday 1pm – 4pm
Friday 9am – 4pm

Elliot Senior Health Center
138 Webster Street
Call for appointment:
663-4567 (press 2)
For ages 50 and up.
Will assist with 1040 EZ only

Salvation Army
121 Cedar Street
Assistance runs from
Thursday, February 3rd to
Wednesday, April 13th
No appointments.
Customers will take number and wait in line.

Prime Time
195 McGregor Street
Call for appointment:
663-6333
Thursday 8:30am – 11:30am
Friday 12:30pm – 3:30pm

ALSO: It is rumored that 1040 Instruction booklets will be available at the library soon. They are available now at the IRS location at 1000 Elm St.

Amy H

From January through April, we will be presenting job clinics focused on everything from searching Monster.com to attaching a resume to your e-mail. This is a new thing we’re trying, so class size is limited to 4 to provide individualized attention.

You can sign up for any class that fits your needs. Classes don’t need to be taken in succession – mix and match!

Job Search Clinic 1 – Searching Monster.com
Tuesday January 25th – 2pm-3pm Winchell Room

We will focus on searching the Monster.com online job search website. Learn how to narrow down your search to find just the results you want. Learn how to look for clues in job descriptions so that you can create a customized resume that will get a specific employer’s attention! Limit: 4 people.

Upcoming Job Clinics:
Job Search Clinic 2: Creating a Resume – Tuesday February 15

Job Search Clinic 3: Creating a Cover Letter – Tuesday March 29

Job Search Clinic 4: Attaching Your Resume & Cover Letter to an E-mail Message – Tuesday April 26

Contact Amy H. at 624-6550 (ext. 320) to sign up.

Look for upcoming blog posts for descriptions of these clinics.
See you there!

From the IRS Website:
Tax Package Mailing to End Following Growth of e-File

Individual and business taxpayers will no longer receive paper income tax packages in the mail from the IRS. These tax packages contained the forms, schedules and instructions necessary for filing a paper income tax return.

The IRS is taking this step because of the continued growth in electronic filing and the availability of free options to taxpayers, as well as to help reduce costs.

In early October, the IRS sent a postcard to individuals who filed paper returns last year and did not use a tax preparer or tax software. The information explains how to get the tax forms and instructions they need for filing their tax year 2010 return. The forms and instructions will be available in early January 2011.

There are numerous free options available for taxpayers:

1) Taxpayers can still get the necessary forms and instructions online at IRS.gov, or by visiting local IRS offices or participating libraries and post offices.

2) Individuals making $49,000 or less can use the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program for free tax preparation and, in many cases, free electronic filing. For More information go to: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=107626,00.html

3) Individuals aged 60 and older can take advantage of free tax counseling and basic income tax preparation through Tax Counseling for the Elderly. For More information: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=107626,00.html

4) IRS Free File provides options for free brand-name tax software or online fillable forms plus free electronic filing. Everyone can use Free File to prepare a federal tax return. For more information: http://www.irs.gov/efile/article/0,,id=118986,00.html

5) Taxpayers who make $58,000 or less can choose from approximately 20 commercial software providers. There’s no income limit for Free File Fillable Forms, the electronic version of IRS paper forms, which also has free e-filing.

For More Information, please use these links below:
Individuals: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=228162,00.html

Businesses: http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=154770,00.html
Download Forms and Instructions Online:
http://www.irs.gov/app/picklist/list/formsInstructions.html

Visit an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center:
http://www.irs.gov/localcontacts/index.html(participating libraries and U. S. Post Offices)

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As always, Manchester City Library will have many tax forms available, including 1040 and Instructions, 1040A and Instructions, and 1040EZ and Instructions. Feel free to call and ask us if we have the form you need or we’ll be happy to download and print it for you for 15 cents per page. The contact telephone number for information regarding tax forms at the Manchester City Library is 603-624-6550 (extension 310 or 510).

Amy H
Librarian I
Government Documents Librarian

Yikes! OK, let’s see, the resume class is on November 9th –there’s also a class on word processing on November 30th, better take that one, too before I get slobbered on again. Ick!
See class schedule below for more information.

1. November 9th – 1:30-3:00 Winchell Room
Create a Resume Using OpenOffice Writer Resume Template
- Basic guidance in resume creation for beginning computer users. Get tips on writing a resume that can help you reach employment goals.

2. November 30th – 1:30-3:00 Winchell Room
Introduction to OpenOffice Writer Word Processing Program
- For beginning word processing users. Provides guidance on the basics of creating a letter or other basic documents.

Sign up now by calling 624-6550!