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Stories, Stones and Superstitions of New England

Yvonne — Fri, 18 May 2012 09:00:13 +0000

From burial grounds in the Connecticut woods, to the farm fields of Western Massachusetts, to the mountains of New Hampshire and the shores of Maine, take a virtual tour of New England’s graveyards, direct from the pages of Roxie Zweigler’s book: Haunted Cemeteries of New England.

Zweigler will discuss Colonial burial customs and beliefs, and share ghost stories from some of the most beautiful and long forgotten cemeteries in the northeast. Learn about the ancient symbolism, stone carvers and stories behind some of New England’s oldest gravestones. Copies of her book will be available for purchase.

Roxie Zweilger has been compiling stories of New England legends and lore since 1993. She is the author of five books and two CD’s based on New England’s legends, lore and history. She has given hundreds of lectures throughout New England and New York over the past 10 years, and has been featured on numerous television programs including the History Channel, Travel Channel and NECN.

For more information call the reference desk at 624-6550 x 320.

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society

Yvonne — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:00:53 +0000

Our book discussion group will discuss Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows – This novel, written as a series of letters, tells the story of a small group of Guernsey residents during the Nazi occupation of this small island in the English Channel during World War II. This discussion will be on Thursday evening, May 10th, from 7-8:30 PM. For more information contact Sarah Basbas at 624-6560.

Library to Expand E-Book Collection

David Smolen — Thu, 03 May 2012 11:00:45 +0000

Manchester City Library (MCL) has recently expanded its collection of e-books by joining the Overdrive Advantage Program (OAP). OAP allows MCL to purchase additional copies of popular e-books for the exclusive use of MCL patrons. This will have the effect of vastly reducing wait times for e-books that have holds on them.

Patrons will access the new titles through the downloadable books website, http://nh.lib.overdrive.com, and still have access to the entire downloadable books consortium collection. All of the circulation parameters are the same (i.e. two week check out, no renewals, no fines, and early returns are available).

When deciding what to purchase first, MCL has made books with long hold lists a top priority. Here is a slide show on how to place a hold on an ebook and identify books the library has purchased.

Placing a hold on manchester city library ebooks

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Here is our first order of OAP titles. The link will take you to the downloadable books catalog record for the title.

Fifty Shades of Grey by EL James: http://bit.ly/MCL_Fifty_Shades_of_Gray
1858 by Bruce Chadwick: http://bit.ly/MCL_1858
44 Cranberry Point by Debbie Macomber: http://bit.ly/MCL_44_Cranberry_Point
The Abduction by Mark Giminez: http://bit.ly/MCL_The_Abduction
An Amish Love by Beth Wiseman: http://bit.ly/MCL_An_Amish_Love
The Anatomist’s Apprentice by Tessa Harris: http://bit.ly/MCL_Anatomists_Apprentice
Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo: http://bit.ly/MCL_Behind_the_Beautiful
Defending Jacob by William Landay: http://bit.ly/MCL_Defending_Jacob
Darkest Secret by Gena Showalter: http://bit.ly/MCL_Darkest_Secret
The Expats by Chris Pavone: http://bit.ly/MCL_Expats
Fallen by Karin Slaughter: http://bit.ly/MCL_Fallen
A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin: http://bit.ly/MCL_A_Game_of_Thrones
Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest by Steig Larrson: http://bit.ly/MCL_Girl_Who_Kicked
Girl Who Played with Fire by Steig Larrson: http://bit.ly/MCL_Girl_Who_Played
Girl with the Dragon Tattoo: http://bit.ly/MCL_Girl_with_the_dragon
If You Know Her by Roxanne St. Clair: http://bit.ly/MCL_If_You_Know_Her
Life As I Blow It by Chelsea Handler: http://bit.ly/MCL_Life_As_I_Blow_It
The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks: http://bit.ly/MCL_The_Lucky_One
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern: http://bit.ly/MCL_The_Night_Circus
Primal Blueprint by Mark Sisson: http://bit.ly/MCL_Primal_Blueprint
Sister Queens by Julia Fox: http://bit.ly/MCL_Sister_Queens
Starters by Lissa Price: http://bit.ly/MCL_Starters
American Gods by Neil Gaiman: http://bit.ly/MCL_American_Gods
Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein: http://bit.ly/MCL_Art_of_Racing
Death of Kings by Bernard Cornwell: http://bit.ly/MCL_Death_of_Kings
Micro by Michael Crichton: http://bit.ly/MCL_Micro
Pandemonium by Lauren Oliver: http://bit.ly/MCL_Pandemonium
Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan: http://bit.ly/MCL_Sex_At_Dawn
Supreme Justice by Philip Margolin: http://bit.ly/MCL_Supreme_Justice
When did I Get Like This by Amy Wilson: http://bit.ly/MCL_When_Did_I_Get_Like_This

For more information about e-books contact the library at 624-6550×319 or email us at library@manchesternh.gov.

Basic Introduction to Genealogy Databases Class

Eileen — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:00:03 +0000

Manchester City Library has several on-line subscription databases available to Manchester City Library card holders. To find out more about these databases, go to the catalog and click on the tab “E-Sources”.

Two of these databases, Ancestry (library edition) and HeritageQuest are very useful in the search of your family history. On May 8th (Tuesday) from 2:30 to 4:00 PM, in the Winchell Room at the Main Library, there will be a class to introduce you to the basic workings of these two databases. In addition, some public on-line genealogy databases will be discussed.

Laptops will be provided during the class to use in the search of the databases. There is a limited amount of available seats; thus you must register ahead of time for the class. You may sign up for the class, using the events calendar at www.manchester.lib.nh.us or call 624-6550 ext. 320.

Point of contact is Eileen A. Reddy for additional information. She can be reached at ereddy@manchesternh.gov or at 624-6550 ext. 320 (Information Desk).

Issues and Controversies

Emily — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:00:39 +0000

Did you know hospitals in the U.S. have been experiencing shortages of lifesaving drugs? What are the prevailing opinions of the European economic crisis? And you may have never heard the term “hydrofracking” before, but it could be affecting you right now. Find out more about these topics and so many more in the Issues and Controversies database. Search or browse for current hot topics like job creation and terrorism, and find reliable information about the issues as well as the opinions of leaders in these areas. This database is perfect for those tricky school projects or for the person who wants to learn more about current events. Also, find tools for students and educators, as well as an encyclopedia and almanac to help you along your search.

Spring Cleaning

admin — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:00:30 +0000

Tackle your spring cleaning the right way, and feel good about doing it.
Don’t miss this panel discussion and Q&A, sponsored by both Goodwill Industries of Northern New England and the Greater Manchester Chapter of NAPO, the National Association of Professional Organizers. The program includes a free raffle. Enter to win by bringing in one item—that you can carry—to donate to Goodwill. The raffle prize is to be announced. So if you need motivation or new ideas to start your spring cleaning then plan to join us on Saturday, April 28th from 10:00 to 11:15 AM in the Winchell Room of the main branch. Registration is recommended. For more information, contact Steve Viggiano at sviggiano@manchesternh.gov or 624-6550 ext. 323.

TEEN POETRY SLAM: SLAMMIN’ @ YOUR LIBRARY

Kate — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:00:36 +0000

Enter the 2012 Teen Poetry Slam hosted by the Manchester City Library, or come to cheer on your favorite slammer. The excitement takes place on Tue, April 24, 6:00 PM, at the library. Contact, Kate for more information or to sign up as a slam competitor. If you simply want to join the fun as an audience member, no need to register to do that—just show up at the Slam!

Poetry Slam Guidelines:

Teens ages 12-18 may enter the competition
Material should be appropriate for ages 12-18
Poems must be original/poet’s own work
Please limit your presentation to five minutes
No props are allowed
You are encouraged to memorize your poem
Be respectful, no talking when others are presenting
Please state your name and the title of your poem before you begin
You may opt to start over or read again later in the evening

Growing Edibles Vertically

Yvonne — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:00:21 +0000

Do you have limited space in which to grow vegetable plants and edibles? Or live in the city where your growing space is limited? Then perhaps this gardening program is for you! “Growing Edibles Vertically” is a new lecture and slide presentation by well known horticulturalist, Margaret Hagen, of the U.N.H. Cooperative Extension. Join us on Tuesday, May 1^st for a slide presentation and discussion on growing your edibles in small spaces, in containers, and making “living walls” upon which to grow your edibles. So plan to join us on Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM in the Winchell Room of the main library-and bring you plant questions and your green thumbs! For more information or to sign up for this program please call the library at 624-6550 X320 or X319 and speak with Yvonne.

See you at the library!

Manchester City Library $5 Bag Book Sale

Eileen — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:00:02 +0000

It is time! The Manchester City Library’s $5 Bag Book Sale will take place on April 21^st (Saturday), from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM in the Winchell Room on the lower level of the Main Library.

The book sale will have thousands of materials for all ages and interests. There are fiction and non-fiction books, VHS tapes, Long Playing 33 1/3 records and other musical odds and ends, DVDs and some unique odds and ends. We have also a good assortment of used Large Print books in this sale, mostly fiction. Check it out; you just don’t know what you will find.

Please bring your own bags (cloth or paper). As you exit the sale, you will pay $5 for each bag that has materials from the sale. If you have questions please contact Eileen A. Reddy by email ereddy@manchesternh.gov or by phone at (603) 624-6550 ext. 319.

Genealogists Gather for a Spring Meeting

Cynthia — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 11:00:30 +0000

The New Hampshire Society of Genealogists will be holding their Spring Meeting in conjunction with the Manchester City Library, on Saturday, April 14, 2012 in the library’s auditorium at 405 Pine St. Registration and coffee will begin at 10:00am in the Winchell Room with lunch on your own at a local restaurant or brown bag in the Winchell Room. The meeting will adjourn promptly at 2:15 pm. Speakers are Michael J. Tougias whose topic will be “Indian Wars of New England.” Mr. Tougias has authored several books on New England history including Until I Have No Country (A Novel about King Philip’s Indian Wars), King Philip’s War and Ten Hours Until Dawn. The second speaker is Melissa Mannon, archivist, cultural heritage consultant, former librarian and writer. Her topic is “Preserving Memories: Maintaining Personal Papers, Family Photographs, and Memorabilia.” She has authored several articles and books, including The Unofficial Family Archivist: A Guide for Creating and Maintaining Family Papers, Photographs, and Memorabilia and Cultural Heritage Collaborations: A Manual for Community Documents. Both speakers will have their books for sale during the lunch break. The meeting is free and all are welcome. Free parking for the meeting is available on the street and in the Hartnett Lot diagonally across the street from the library. Two hour parking in the library lot is limited to library patrons only. Attendees may use the handicapped entrance to the lower level auditorium located on Concord Street. For more information, contact Cynthia O’Neil, NHSOG Secretary, at 603-624-6550 or via email at .