The Walpolean

We all love the selection of new books at the library, but I wonder if we stop to think where they come from?  No tax dollars are spent on new items, they all come from money raised by the Friends of the Library and generous gifts that have established trust funds.  Most of us are unable to give large amounts of money but we all van give out time.  The Book Sale is a big undertaking that takes hours in advamce of that last weekend in October.  An hour or two a week would be a great help to those that are sorting those books. – Lil

Carol Malnati reports that: Each week volunteers are doing the book sorting at the building south of the main R.N. Johnson building — garage doors 15 & 16. They are there every Weds. from 9 – 10 a.m. and Thurs. 3 – 4 p.m.  (That’s the same place where your donated books can be dropped off.)  Many books have already been given and they would love your help sorting!  Thank you.

These monthly reminders from Ray Boas are a sure sign that another month has flown by! – Lil

Our season is about to begin and we hope you all will come to the Museum on Saturday, June 4^th from 12 noon to 4 pm.  Our new exhibit this year is all about Louisa May Alcott and the time she spent here in the Walpole area many years ago.  You will see a petticoat actually belonging to Louisa as well as other items including a sampling of quotes, expressions, and pictures typical of Louisa.

Our gift shop is brimming with bright color – beautiful note cards, mugs, wine glasses and note pads designed by Andrea Goins.   We have new candles and summery napkins.  This year we have beautiful accessories from Country on the Common that are a must for every woman – perfect for adding that special touch to an outfit – or for gift giving.  We have books by Louisa May Alcott and also Ray Boas’ book on Walpole – As it Was.. and Still is…, maps of Walpole, and note cards by Betsy Congdon. Framed pictures of Walpole sites as well as hand painted door toppers of buildings in Walpole.  We have framed prints for decorating your home by Chris Burchstead, Hancock glass sun catchers and new fun origami eye catchers!!

Please visit our museum and gift shop often, where you will see your friends and neighbors – and meet new friends as well.  We always welcome new people to volunteer too.

We will be open every Saturday 12 noon to 4 pm until mid October.  If you have any questions or special needs from the gift shop just give Joan or Sally a call – and we will do our best to open the shop if you need something when the museum is closed.    See you soon!!

Looking over the list of Followers for this blog, I don’t recognize names of those who might be seeking a part time summer job.  At the same time, I see parents and grandparents who may be trying their darndest to help offspring find employment, and I do remember those days, so here goes… – Lil

Thanks, Ben Daviss, for this information.  Great way to learn just how they plan to do this!  Every time I drive up there I sratch my head wondering. – Lil

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation will be hosting a public informational meeting regarding Project #14747 on June 8th at 7:00 p.m. at the North Walpole School. The purpose of the project is to improve Route 12 from NH12A in Charlestown south approximately 3.0 miles to Main Street in North Walpole. The meeting is intended to provide an update to the public and gain additional input on the revised alignment that moves the road westerly to avoid impacts to the railroad resulting from the previously proposed alignment. North Walpole School is located at 17 Cray Road in North Walpole. Plans will be available for viewing prior to the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Thank you to Sarah Downing for sending the following information.  It seems like every year someone asks me if I know what time the parade begins and I am never sure.  Now we will all know! – Lil

Memorial Day Parade starts at 11:30am at the corner of Union and Main streets with the ceremony on the Common starting at approximately 11:40am.  Whit Aldrich said the ceremonies should be end around noon.

I noticed in the Selectboard meeting minutes that Peggy Pschirrer has been asked to be the speaker. – Lil