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Walpole Library Non-Fiction History Book Group

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Justine Rogers, Library Director, asked me to let you know about a new book group at the library. – Lil

“A Non-Fiction History reading group exploring Ancient, Current, and Future History”

Looking for 6-8 members.

Meetings will be held at the Library on the 1st Tuesday of each month, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM  Our first meeting of the season will be Tuesday, November 3.

On their own, each member will select and present the monthly subject; a book, a scholarly article, a historical opinion, a theory, a map, a “What If” scenario.

The subject can be narrow or broad; the saga to the cure for Tuberculosis, “If Lincoln had not freed the Slaves”, “Nickel and Dimed – or not getting by in America”, The Peloponnesian Wars.

The member will present a summary, and pose the initial discussion questions.

Two months in advance of the meeting, The Library Director, Justine Rogers, will be notified of the book, article or study materials required.

The first subject and central source material will be “Flashpoints: The Emerging Crisis in Europe” by George Friedman. Copies are available at the library.

Book Sale – 10/23-25/15

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The Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale is quickly approaching! Here’s the information:
Friday the 23rd 6-7pm $20 donation required for preview
Saturday the 24th 9am to 2pm
Sunday the 25th 11am to 2pm

Family First Breakfast – 10/4/15

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Family First Breakfast at the Walpole Unitarian Church, Sunday October 4 at 10 AM. We will meet in Hastings House, the WUC parish house on Union Street in back of the church.
Our Harvest theme is “Stone Salad”, a variation on the classic story Stone Soup. There will be other breakfast goodies of course, as well as story telling and games.
All are welcome.
For more information call Dorothy Read at 802-463-9333, Virginia Carter at 603-756-3948 or Antonia Andreoli at 603-756-9036.

Invasive Plant Workshop – 10/11/15

EVENTS 09/25/2015 1 Comment

 

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JUST ADDED! A Hands-on Invasive Plant Workshop
Beautiful but Invasive

Flowers of the beautiful but invasive Mulitflora Rose.

Join us for a special ‘Hands-on Invasive Plant Workshop’ at Distant Hill Gardens in Walpole, NH, on Sunday, October 11, 1pm to 4 pm.

Come and learn how to identify the many invasive species of plants in the region, why we should all be concerned with their spread, the various removal methods available to control them, and the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
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Removal of a large common buckthorn using a tractor winch.

You will get to try your hand at pulling large invasive plants with a tractor winch, removal of smaller seedlings with tools called ‘Weed Wrenches’, use an excellent non-spray chemical applicator called the ‘Buckthorn Blaster’ which will be available to purchase, and hand pulling of some of the smaller seedlings. We will be working on the removal of a number of the most common invasive plant in the area, including glossy buckthorn, common buckthorn, burning bush, Japanese barberry, oriental bittersweet, multiflora rose, autumn olive, and black locust. Control of some other common invasives not found at Distant Hill, like Japanese Knotweed, will also be covered.

Consider wearing long pants, boots, and bring some gloves and water.

There is no better way to learn to identify an invasive plant than to look it square in the eye, grab hold of it, and pull!
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Space is limited. Registration is required. To save a spot:
Email Michael at distanthillgardens@gmail.com
or call 603-756-4179

There is a suggested donation of $10 for this special workshop

Solar Open House Weekend – 10/3 & 10/4/15

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‘Solar Open House’ Weekend & the Last ‘Open Gardens’ of 2015

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Michael standing in front of the solar home at Distant Hill Gardens.

Distant Hill Gardens in Walpole NH, will be having the final ‘Open Gardens’ of the season, and a
‘Solar Open House’ Saturday and Sunday, October 3rd and 4th,
from 10am to 4pm.
The Passive Solar Home at Distant Hill Gardens will be the main focus of the the weekend, with its Trombe Wall and Sunspace, a 3.15 kW roof-mounted Photovoltaic (PV) solar electric array, a ground mounted Evacuated Tube Solar Hot Water Heater and a Mini-split Heat Pump ductless heating and cooling system.
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Michael and Kathy Nerrie, the builders of the Distant Hill Gardens, will be available both days to discuss the energy saving features of their home.

As a special treat, ‘Solar Dave’ (aka David Wirth), a local PV installer, will be on hand Saturday from 10am to 2pm to answer your questions. Learn the finer points of installing and producing your own energy from the sun; the advantages and disadvantages of ground, roof, or pole mounted systems; and get updates on the ever-changing State rebates and Federal tax credits that are available for installation of alternative energy systems.

More Interested in Exploring the Woods and Gardens?

If you are more interested in exploring the forest, fields, wetlands, and gardens of Distant Hill than the house, the entire 58 acre property is open both days from 10 am to 4 pm. Stroll the many paths through the Beautiful Cultivated Shrub Gardens; search for the dozens of Whimsical Metal sculptures hidden throughout; experience the Quaking Cranberry Bog boardwalk; walk the new half-mile long Accessible Loop Trail; or let the kids explore ‘White-Rock Woods’, a nature play area at Distant Hill Gardens. Also of interest is the unique Stone Circle aligned to the setting sun on the winter solstice, and the geologically unique outcroppings of Stretched Pebbles.
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There is a suggested donation of $5.00 per adult

All proceeds will be go toward the Accessible Trail Fund.
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Please visit www.distanthill.org for more information and directions.

or call Michael at 603-756-417910/3 & 4

Friendly Friday Events – 10/6, 11/20 and 12/11

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Jennifer McCauley’s invitation to the Friendly Friday events may look familiar.  The difference is that the next three events now have been scheduled and originally it was only the September date. – Lil

Looking for a new way to have fun with your family? Ever wondered how to introduce your kids to the Christian faith? Are you interested in creating community with other families who are looking to do church in a new way? Then Friendly Fridays at First Congo are for you!

 
Rev. Craig Breismeister and his family invite Walpole area families of all kinds to join us monthly for an evening of games, food and fellowship in our newly-renovated social hall. Take a night off from cooking a full dinner and kick back with your kids and other families. Bring a favorite side dish or main dish to share, we’ll provide the drinks and dessert. Our next three Friendly Friday dates are October 6, November 20 and December 11.
 
The First Congregational Church of Walpole is part of the United Church of Christ, which emphasizes extravagant welcome: “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey you are welcome here.” Worship is at 10:00 a.m. every Sunday with nursery care available and fellowship in coffee hour after the service. Church school runs during service through the school year.
 
For more information about Friendly Friday, please call or email the church: 756-4075, walpolechurch@yahoo.com

Open House at the Walpole Library – 10/10/15

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Read on to also learn about the new fine policy at the library.  Jennifer Kelly, library trustee, has explained it very clearly so you can “stay out of trouble”. – Lil

Changes are in progress at the Walpole Library! A year and a half ago the library had a number of consultants come in and assess the use of space, which was paid for with a grant. Now, with our new Library Director, Justine Rogers, the library staff are beginning to implement some of those recommended changes.

DVD’s and audio books have been reorganized and moved onto shelves in the front room, the new book display has been changed to feature items published within the last four months (down from fifteen), and a new display of staff picks is featured on a book shelf next to the front desk.

Over the next several months, Ms. Rogers plans to continue implementing suggested changes. The library staff will order 20 to 40 books a week, move non-fiction out of the stacks, create a reading space in the stacks, reorganize the children’s room, create a space for tweens and teens, and highlight books by local authors.

On October 10th from 12 to 2 p.m., the library will be hosting an open house where you can meet the new librarian, find out about the library’s plans for reorganization and let us know about your hopes and concerns about the library.  The event is free and open to all. Refreshments will be served.

New fine policy at Walpole library

Got an overdue book or DVD?  The Walpole Library has reviewed its fine policy for overdue books and other items and established these new guidelines.

  • $0.05/day for books, magazines & audio books
  • $0.10/day for new books, ILL Materials & reserve items
  • $0.50/day for DVD’s
  • Once a card has occurred $5 in fines, some payment must be made in order to continue using the card.
  • No one with a lost book on their card may use their card until the book is paid for in full or replaced.
  • As long as a card is marked “Shut In”, no fines will be charged.
  • Any patron who wishes to dispute a fine must submit something in writing to the director.
  • Children under the age of 18 may volunteer their time rather than pay money to reduce fines on their cards. Each half hour of time worked will wave $4. Children can work no less than 15 minutes and no more than 1 hour at any given time.
  • Volunteers, staff and trustees are not required to pay for overdue fines. They must pay or replace any lost items.
  • Overdue fines for items that were marked lost but have been returned will not exceed $5.
  • Any fines for damaged items will be based on extremity of damages and determined by the director.

Cubscout Pack 299 Pop Corn For Sale

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Looks like Debra Pawelczyk was able to sign up some Cub Scouts because now they are selling popcorn.  You can always stop in on your way home and see if Real to Reel has any DVDs left! – Lil
Cubscout Pack 299
We will be having Popcorn Show & Sells at the
following locations. Please come help support
Walpole Cubscout Pack 299.
Oct. 3rd —— We will be at the Walpole Recycling Center
from 9 – 12. Price on popcorn varies as far as kind.
Oct. 17th —– We will be at Jiffy Mart on Rt. 12 from 9 – 12
Price on popcorn varies as far as kind.

Benefit Concerts – 10/3 & 9

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MEET THE BIRDS OF HALLOWEEN AND CONTRIBUTE TO A GOOD CAUSE

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The Women of Walpole will hold a major fund raising event on October 31st from 2:00 – 4:30 at the Walpole Town Hall.  Live, rescued owls and Onyx, the Raven, will be part of an informative presentation by noted naturalist, Mike Clough.  It will be an educational and fun experience for all ages.  Tickets will be available at Galloway Real Estate, Village Blooms and Jake’s Walpole Market.  They are $15.00 per person and children are FREE.

Women of Walpole is a civic group of women who meet monthly and raise money for worthy undertakings that benefit Walpole – for example –

Publication of the first Civic Directory

Donations to the Walpole Historical Society renovation fund and purchase of darkening blinds for the Museum

Landscape plantings at the Museum

Spring bulb plantings at the Library

Spring bulb plantings at the Memorial on the Common

Wreaths for the Town Hall and lights for the tree on the Common during the Christmas season

Donations to the local food shelf

Donations to the warming shelter in North Walpole

Donation to the Congregational Church renovation fund

Summer camp scholarship for an elementary school child

Donation to the Hooper Institute for a teen summer internship

Any woman residing in Walpole is welcome to join us; there is always room for a new member. Please ask a WOW member or call 756-3160 for information about the fundraiser or to join our group in our ongoing efforts to support our town.