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Summer Reading Lists

Kate — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:00:14 +0000

Need help finding something on your summer reading list? Use our online catalog. We’ve created online shortcuts that will bring you straight to the materials your schools recommend! Lists are found on the lower right side menu under summer reading. Click on the tab to find your school’s list. If you don’t see your school’s list there drop off a copy of your summer reading list and we will add it.

We hope to see you at the library this summer!

-Kate

Family Fare 2010

Yvonne — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:00:55 +0000

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!

Baby, It’s Hot Outside!

admin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 18:23:52 +0000

When I went out to my car at lunchtime today the temperature guage on my car read 108 degrees. It has since cooled down to a toasty 102 degrees. Baby, it’s hot outside! Some folks like it hot and some are just plain miserable in the heat. And if you might be in the later group (and even if you aren’t!) please feel free to come into the library to cool down. The library is one of the designated cooling centers in Manchester.

The main branch will be open till 8:30 tonight-so come on in and get cool!

Election Day November 3rd, 2009

Denise — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:49:03 +0000

Even though the Manchester libraries are closed today, it is an official city holiday, we want you to be able to find your polling locations:

WARD 1
THE DERRYFIELD SCHOOL
2108 River Road
WARD 2
HILLSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL
112 Reservoir Avenue
WARD 3
CAROL M. RINES CENTER
USE REAR ENTRANCE – NOT ELM STREET ENTRANCE
1528 Elm Street
WARD 4
MCDONOUGH SCHOOL
550 Lowell Street
WARD 5
BEECH STREET SCHOOL
333 Beech Street
WARD 6
ST. PIUS CCD CENTER
Candia Road and Sarto Street
WARD 7
ST. ANTHONY COMMUNITY CENTER
148 Belmont Street
WARD 8
JEWETT STREET SCHOOL
130 South Jewett Street
WARD 9
BISHOP LEO E. O’NEIL YOUTH CENTER
30 South Elm Street
WARD 10
PARKER-VARNEY SCHOOL
223 James Pollock Drive
WARD 11
GOSSLER SCHOOL
99 Sullivan Street
WARD 12
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
300 Youville Street

Here’s a handy map to ward locations and another one to find which neighborhoods are in what wards. The polls are open from 6 am to 7 pm.

“Listen to my music and hear what it can do…”

Yvonne — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:37:32 +0000

“I know it’s most unusual
To come before you so
But I’ve found an ancient miracle
I thought that you should know
Listen to my music
And hear what it can do
There’s something here as strong as life
I know that it will reach you.” -Rush “2112″

This week I’d like to mention a wonderful reference source of information on all things musical: “The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians“. If you are searching for information on music, songs, composers, and musical styles you would do well to use this resource. “The Grove“, as we call it, is twenty-seven volumes of musical bliss. From Beethoven to jazz musicians to zithers–you can find it here. “The Grove” is just one of the many wonderful music reference books available to you here at the library. So if you have a burning question relating to music please come in, e-mail us or call and we’d be glad to help you.

See you at the library!