Epping Library News, November 11th
November 11, 2008
In the spirit of gratitude that comes with the upcoming holidays the staff of the Harvey Mitchell Memorial Library would like to take some time during this season to say thank you to the many folks in the community who contribute their time and energy to supporting our little library. This week we thank the Friends of the Library and our many library families for their donations to the Halloween Party. We had a great turnout of witches, vampires, princesses and superheroes, and there were more than enough choices on our Finger Food Buffet to feed them all. Special thanks also to the Kaplan Family for their donation of self-stick craft supplies, and to our “big kid” volunteers: Carissa Johnson, Sarah Clements, Evelyn Carleton, Jamie Craig and Tyler Wilkins. Lastly, to the families who came to the party: It isn’t a party if people don’t attend. Thank you for making it such a fun night!
Please do your part to help support the Friends of the Library by bidding in their silent auction, which began Nov. 10th and continues until December 6th. Local businesses and residents have donated a variety of products and services which are on display in the main part of the library.
One of Epping’s talented residents will be here Wednesday, Nov. 12th for crafter’s night at 6:30pm. Misty Glines returns by popular demand to teach crafters the art of candle making. Misty’s creative soy candles can be found at many local craft fairs, and now she’s going to share some of her secrets with us. There is no fee for this program and supplies are provided, but interested participants are encouraged to call ahead to reserve a spot.
This Friday, November 14th children ages 2-8 and their families are invited to November’s Pajama Night. Beginning at 6:30 there will be crafts and a scavenger hunt focusing on the 10 titles nominated for this year’s Ladybug Picture Book Award. After a week of voting, PJ Night will be the final opportunity for children under 8 to place their votes for this state award. At the end of the evening there will be a winner in Epping, which will be the story selection that Miss Tracie reads to close PJ Night, but it will be several weeks before the final state-wide tally is complete. Many times over the past few years Epping children have chosen the book that went on to win the Ladybug Picture Book Award. Will they choose it this year?
Thursday, November 20th at 6:30 is the first of three tax talks given by Michelle Lally of H&R Block’s Community Outreach program. This month’s topic provides answers to many common questions regarding retirement and social security. Do you need to update your withholding amounts? Do you understand the tax implications of withdrawing from your retirement plan? Come to this informative workshop and find out.
Toy Play Day on Saturday, November 22nd has a construction theme this month. Hard hats, blocks and work trucks of all kinds are welcome for playing and sharing. Play Day runs from 11:00 to 1:00 on the 4th Saturday each month. December’s Play Day will be our annual Holiday Tea Party on Dec. 27th.
In addition to running the Silent Auction, the Friends of the Library is also hosting a Tea for seniors on Monday, Nov. 24th from 11 to 1. Tea and goodies provided by library Friends provide a nice outing for local seniors. Please call the library at 679-5944 for more information about any of these programs.
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