The popular Farmers’ Market operates from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM on Concord Street, next to Victory Park.

From 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, there will be a $5 Bag Book Sale in the Winchell Room of Manchester City Library. Bring your own bags and choose from thousands of books, audiobooks, VHS tapes, 33 1/3 records and some other odds and ends. You just pay $5 per bag of treasures, as you leave the Winchell Room. There will be materials for all ages. For additional information, please contact Eileen A. Reddy, at ereddy@manchesternh.gov or by phone at 624-6550 ext. 320.

At 6:00 PM, the Magic Experience with Norman Ng will take place in Victory Park as part of the ongoing Family Fare series organized by Manchester City Library. This show is sponsored by Centrix Bank. For additional information, please contact Mary Gallant, at 624-6550 ext. 311

Did you know that laughter has been proven to boost your immune system, lower your blood pressure, strengthen you abdominal muscles, and relieve stress? Who wouldn’t want to accomplish all that? Studies have shown that, on average, children laugh 117 times a day. Adults, only 5 times. One suggestion: hang out with kids. They are so busy having fun that it never crosses their minds to wonder what people think of them. And their laughter can be contagious.

There are even clubs forming, where the members get together and do nothing but laugh. Haven’t heard of them? Check out the video with British actor John Cleese on YouTube to learn more.

Prefer to do your laughing in a more private setting? Check out Completely Mad : a history of the comic book and magazine or The indispensable Calvin and Hobbes in the comic book section of the Art room. Want to get others laughing too? How about The laugh’s on me or 5600 jokes for all occasions to improve your joke-telling skills. Or take a look at Unshelved for a comic strip actually written about libraries – it might surprise you.

No matter what tools you use, try to add laughter to your daily routine….it may help more than you can possibly imagine.

Double Vision

Our Family Fare series in the park has been sponsored by the community and the Library Trustees for the past 18 years. The series is for families to come and enjoy entertainment for 6 weeks during the summer. This year’s programs are sure to please all ages. All programs will be held in Victory Park and in the event of rain will be held in the Library’s Auditorium.

FAMILY FARE 2010

July 8, 2010 – 6pm – Victory Park
JUDY PANCOAST
New Hampshire’s own Judy Pancoast, well known to Family Fare audiences, will make her New Hampshire debut with her brand new band, The Groovy Dudes, on July 8th. Judy Pancoast and the Groovy Dudes will rock the park with their signature brand of “Bubblegum Pop for Sweet Kids, ” including new Judy tunes and fan favorites such as “A Little Bit of Elvis” and “Swimming in Jello.” Don’t worry about bringing a chair…you won’t want to sit down!

July 15, 2010 – 6pm – Victory Park
STORYTELLER /SONGWRITER STEVE BLUNT
Songwriter and storyteller, fun for all ages. There will be stories and songs to sing and just plain silliness.

July 22, 2010 – 6pm – Victory Park
DAN GRADY AND HIS MARVELOUS MARIONETTES
Show is fast-paced, stringed puppet production comprised of routines that have that special something which is sure to tantalize, captivate, enchant and delight all those whom attend. The broad range of acts include tightrope and trapeze artistry as performed by Eadarg Bros., to the country western strumming and crooning of the celebrated superstar Conway Kitty.

July 29, 2010 – 6pm – Victory Park
WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS – NATURAL SELECTION
Make a Splash! Summer reading program theme. Water animals will include alligator, snake, tree frogs, toad and turtles and many more. The animals have been rescued and captive born / raised non-native (or “exotic”) wildlife, assist us as Ambassadors of Education… spreading the message of conservation, appreciation and respect for all of Earth’s creatures

August 5, 2010 – 6pm – Victory Park
VIC & STICKS
A musical storytelling show performed with a vaudeville/ragtime flair! Mixed with old fashioned vaudeville theatrics, this show will surely entertain.

August 12, 2010 – 6pm – Victory Park
DOUBLE VISION
Double Vision (mime, acrobatics, and juggling). The Scalises always knew they wanted more than anything else to be entertainers. Prepare to be amazed as Jody and Linda Scalise showcase their mime, acrobatics, and juggling talents.

We hope that you will enjoy this year’s Family Fare events and that you all have a safe and happy summer season.  See you at the library!

• July 9th is Take a Pirate Journey from Wildlife Encounters – snakes and creepy things.
• July 16th is Sing songs with Marcus Gale – you know Big Dog Little Dog.
• July 23th is Dan Grady and his Marvelous Marionettes – Conway Kitty and the Edarg Brothers.
• July 30th is Mr. Phil – magic act pulls bunny out of hat.
• August 6th is Outback Adventure with Wildlife Encounters – kangaroo and koalas oh my.
• And things wind down on August 13th with The Norman Magic Experience – fun with magic.

Programs start at 6pm in the park. If it’s rainy (*sad*) things move to the Library Auditorium. Hope to see you there.

For more information, please contact Mary Gallant via email or at 624-6550 ext. 311. In the event of rain, this program will be held in library auditorium.

In the event of rain, program will be held in Library Auditorium. For more information, please contact Mary Gallant via email or at 624-6550 ext. 311. Sponsored by the MCL Trustees.

Sponsored by the MCL Trustees. In the event of rain this program will be held in the Library Auditorium. For more information, please contact Mary Gallant via email at 624-6550 ext. 311.

In the event of rain, program will be held in Library Auditorium. Sponsored by the MCL Trustees. For more information, please contact Mary Gallant via email or at 624-6550 ext. 311.

For more information, please contact Mary via email or at 624-6550 ext. 311