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The Queen’s Jubilee

John — Sun, 20 May 2012 11:00:55 +0000

Britain and the world gets ready for The Great Big Days! Queen Elizabeth II will celebrate 60 years on the throne in early June, 2012, her Diamond Jubilee.

To prepare for the event:

Bank of England—Bank holiday on June 4, 2012 and June 5, 2012.

British Summer Time holiday for government and citizens.

All schools closed for month of June.

Pre-Jubilee Events:

March 12: Commonwealth Day Observance in Westminster Abbey.

May 10, 11, 13: Diamond Jubilee Pageant (dancers, musicians, military, equestrian displays).

May 19: Parade and Muster at Windsor Castle (all armed forces of the United Kingdom).

Central Weekend: June 2-5, 2012

June 3: Thames River Pageant: At high water the queen will lead at least a thousand boats down the Thames: one of the largest flotillas ever assembled on the river. Down river at Tower Bridge there will be a gun salute and an avenue of sailing ships. The Royal Navy will also be in attendance.

June 4: Concert at Buckingham Palace – The Queen and Prince Philip and other members of the Royal Family and 10,000 members of the public who were selected to receive free tickets will attend a Concert at the Palace. The BBC will televise the event. There will also be special Jubilee Beacons lit.

June 5: Service of Thanksgiving – The Queen and Prince Philip and other members of the Royal Family will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at St. Paul’s Cathedral. A prayer, written at the Queen’s direction by the Chapter of St. Paul’s in honor of the Diamond Jubilee, will be used in the service. Children from across the UK will also have the chance to sing at the Service of Thanksgiving as part of the Diamond Choir.

Other Events:

Big Jubilee Lunch: Basically a nationwide block party for neighbors – a great excuse to get to know people, try new things and have a party!

Thousands of beacons will be lit around the world.

Jubilee Time Capsule: The Royal Commonwealth Society has organized a special Jubilee Time Capsule, a digital archive of The Queen’s reign. You can contribute to this by picking a day and adding your memories and stories of that day. You can use photos, words or videos and talk about anything you want.

Establishment of a new charitable trust: Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust.

Other information:

The Diamond Jubilee emblem was chosen from a national competition and won by 10-year old, Katherine Dewar.

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal an official medal commissioned to mark the Jubilee. Armed Forces and emergency services personnel are eligible to wear it.

To become Britain’s longest serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth, will have to reign until September 10, 2015. Long may she reign!

John

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.

West Manchester Friends Book and Bake Sale

Yvonne — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:42:05 +0000

The Friends of the West Manchester Library is sponsoring a book sale that will take place at the West Manchester Library from 10:00-1:00. The West Manchester Library is normally closed on Saturday but on May 19th the branch will have special hours from 9:30-2:30. We will also have a performance by the Granite State Clowns from 11:30-1:00 and a Bike Clinic sponsored by Goodale’s Bike Shop 10-1:00 which will offer safety and maintenance tips.

“Pool” by Robin Beaudette

Yvonne — Sat, 12 May 2012 11:00:28 +0000

Sometimes people get lucky. And sometimes those people are cold-blooded killers. Like the killer who left a body in Kyle Mercer’s backyard swimming pool. Was it the stranger who kept watching her from the woods behind her house? Or was it her husband, a surgeon who worked long hours, covering up an affair gone wrong? When the remains are discovered, everyone looks to Kyle for answers about the woman’s identity. An attorney and a policeman both come to her aid, yet only one wants to uncover the truth. She must choose which one to trust, but if she chooses wrong, she may be the next victim. Help comes from an unlikely source—two young, petty criminals unwittingly trip up the clever murderer. But can they figure out his identity in time to save Kyle?

Join us on May 19th at the West Branch for a special book signing of the new novel, “Pool”, by Robin Beaudette.

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

View more PowerPoint from David Smolen

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.

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.

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 .

Adult Programming Survey

Amy H — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:30:13 +0000

Manchester City Library has been honored to provide the City of Manchester and surrounding communities with fun, interesting, and enlightening adult programming throughout the years.

To continue providing programs you’d like to see, we’d like to invite you to take part in our very short survey. Your much-needed feedback will be used to continue programs you’ve enjoyed in the past and will help us to bring you the adult programming you want to see at your library in the future. The surveys are currently available online and will be physically available starting National Library Week, April 8th.

You can fill out the survey one of two ways:

1) Online: You can fill out the survey online by going here.

2) Paper Copy: Grab a copy of the survey when you visit the library! Copies will be located at Adult programs here at the library and in the library Rotunda. Completed paper versions of the survey should be returned to the Information Services Desk, located in the Manchester City Library Reading Room.

Answer a few questions and make your library work for you by telling us the kinds of programming you want. Remember, this survey pertains to adult programming only.

Thanks for taking time to fill out our survey and thank you your continued support of Manchester City Library!

Amy H.