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SPECIAL EVENTS
SPECIAL EVENT MAY 13th IN WHIMSY CORNER: MOOSE ON THE LOOSE
SPECIAL EVENT MAY 13th IN WHIMSY CORNER: MOOSE ON THE LOOSE
SPECIAL EVENT MAY 13th IN WHIMSY CORNER: MOOSE ON THE LOOSE
SATURDAY, MAY 13th
10:30-11:30 am
Join Barbara Bald for a special story time in Whimsy Corner from 10:30 to 11:30 am. She will read she reads "Moose on the Loose," by Frances Bloxam and there will be a Moose craft.
SPECIAL 3rd Thursday Family Event DOWNSTAIRS ON MAY 18th
SPECIAL EVENT MAY 13th IN WHIMSY CORNER: MOOSE ON THE LOOSE
SPECIAL EVENT MAY 13th IN WHIMSY CORNER: MOOSE ON THE LOOSE
THURSDAY, MAY 18th
6:00-7:30 pm
The Alton Parks and Recreation Department and Friends of Gilman Library are collaborating to sponsor a Family Game Night on Thursday, May 18 at the Gilman Library from 6-7:30pm. Join the fun playing games with your family, friends, and neighbors. Play classic board games like Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit, Clue and Life or try something different like Catch Phrase, Apples to Apples, Pictionary, Connect Four, card games and more. Light refreshments will be provided by Friends of Gilman Library. For more information about this free program contact parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov or call 603-875-0109.
THIS EVENT IS CANECELED, We apoloGize for the inconvenience.
THIS EVENT IS CANECELED, We apoloGize for the inconvenience.
THIS EVENT IS CANECELED, We apoloGize for the inconvenience.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT IS CANCELED Our apologies for the inconvenience
WEDNESDAY, MAY 24th
10:30 am
You are invited to Nanny Rosebud’s Tea Party
Please come to the Tea Party. Please RSVP.
Contact person: Nanny Rosebud, Gilman Library
TIME: 10:30-11:30 AM, Wednesday, May 24, 2023
PLACE: Whimsy Corner, Gilman Library, 100 Main St , Alton
SPECIAL EVENT MAY 25th downstairs: native stories with ermine of the forest
THIS EVENT IS CANECELED, We apoloGize for the inconvenience.
THIS EVENT IS CANECELED, We apoloGize for the inconvenience.
THURSDAY, MAY 25th
3:30 pm
Join Ermine of the Forest as she tells Native American Stories in the Agnes Thompson Meeting Room on the lower level.
REGULAR PROGRAMS
UPDATE: THIS EVENT IS CANCELED
Sm-ar-Ti-Es Science Club
CURRENT NANNY ROSEBUD PROGRAMS canCELED
UPDATE: THIS EVENT IS CANCELED Our apologies for the inconvenience '''
You are invited to Nanny Rosebud’s Tea Party
Please come to the Tea Party.
Please RSVP
Contact person: Nanny Rosebud, Gilman Library
TIME: 10:30-11:30 AM, Wednesday, May 24, 2023
PLACE: Whimsy Corner, Gilman Library, 100 Main St , Alton
CURRENT NANNY ROSEBUD PROGRAMS canCELED
Sm-ar-Ti-Es Science Club
CURRENT NANNY ROSEBUD PROGRAMS canCELED
SUMMER STORY TIMES TO BE DETERMINED
Nanny Rosebud will read some story books and tell a story too! There will be interactive stories and a simple craft geared for young children.
Sm-ar-Ti-Es Science Club
Sm-ar-Ti-Es Science Club
Sm-ar-Ti-Es Science Club
Meeting on the Second Thursday afternoon of each month, at 3:30 PM
SIGN-UP IS REQUIRED
FOR THIS PROGRAM
Sm-Ar-Ti-Es is a science club where children learn about a specific topic by reading a short picture book together, then doing group projects or crafts related to the topic. This program encourages children to explore and experiment with science.
Rylee the Tail-wagging Tutor
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
While Rylee is away, her Reading Boys and Girls are invited to follow her Blog on our website and correspond with her by postcards. Please ask at the Circulation Desk for details. Rylee’s Mom, Kim, will read each postcard to Rylee and respond. Rylee will return in the Spring.
Click the button below to go to Rylee's page for more info.
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
In lieu of specific library passes, Gilman Library cardholders may visit any museum or educational attraction of choice and return with a receipt within thirty days, to request a reimbursement of up to $20 per visit, up to three times per calendar year.
1. Limited to library card holders in good standing.
2. Patrons must submit stubs or receipts to have a reimbursement check issued for up to $20.00 per family per visit with a limit of $60.00 per year.
3. Receipts must be submitted within 1 month of the visit.
Etcetera, Etcetera
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
Etcetera, Etcetera
Checkout our Telescope!
We also offer:
Contests & Raffles
Blind-Date-with-a-Book
FREEBIES:
- Assorted Bookmarks
- Lollipop Tree
- Stickers & Stamps
- Take-and-Make Craft Kits
- Whimsy Corner Card
SWAPS:
- Paperback Book Swap
- Magazine Swap
- Music CD Swap
- Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
SALES:
- Alton Collectibles
- Friends Corner Sale
- Meeting Room Book Sale
Etcetera, Etcetera
THE WHIMSY CORNER
Do not forget to pick up your Whimsy Corner Card!
If you are visiting the Whimsy Corner at the Gilman Library, with your grown-up, please ask for your Whimsy Corner Card. You can get a stamp on the card for each visit (and one on your hand, too if you'd like!). After ten visits and the card is full and you can pick a free prize, and get a new Whimsy Corner Card.
If you are interested in becoming a Whimsy Corner Volunteer Reader, please speak with a staff member.
THE WHIMSY CORNER LIGHT TABLE
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