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   Wednesday, July 09, 2008
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Medieval Games
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
In keeping with the medieval theme of our Summer Reading Program CATCH A DRAGON BY THE TALE, we invite you to join us for a joust! Come to the NEW library site and play some old and new games. Just to be safe, wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. Sign up required.


11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Time at the Gazebo ( Ages 3 - 36 months)
Event Location: Village Field Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@ gilfordlibrary.org
Join Miss Tasha to continue our Baby Time in the sunshine! We will meet right at the Village Field Gazebo then everyone is welcome to return to the Library for coloring and books! Meet in the Children's Room if weather is bad.


6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Friends of Gilford Public Library Monthly Meeting
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
The Friends of GPL will hold their monthly meeting at the Library. Friends old and new invited.


   Thursday, July 10, 2008
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adult Book Discussion
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
This month's discussion book is "Lobster Chronicles" by Linda Greenlaw. Books are available at the Library. Refreshments will be served.


6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
JAM SESSION
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Guitar Hero has evolved into a ROCK BAND! Singers, bassists, guitarists, and drummers are now welcome. Dancers join us too...we also have Dance-Dance Revolution! Got a case of stagefright? Not to worry; participation isn't mandatory...just remember that all Rock Stars need an audience. So come to the Library for a night of very, very LOUD music. Sign-up is required.


6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Knit Wits
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Open knitting--all welcome!


   Friday, July 11, 2008
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Time at the Gazebo ( Ages 3 - 36 months)
Event Location: Village Field Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@ gilfordlibrary.org
Join Miss Tasha to continue our Baby Time in the sunshine! We will meet right at the Village Field Gazebo then everyone is welcome to return to the Library for coloring and books! Meet in the Children's Room if weather is bad.


1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Knit Wits
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Open knitting - all are welcome!


   Wednesday, July 16, 2008
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Magic Show with Master Magician Larry Frates
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
In medieval times, wizards were said to have amazing magical powers. To continue the medieval theme of our Summer Reading Program CATCH A DRAGON BY THE TALE, join us and let your eyes be tricked and your minds be dazzled by the magic of Master Magician Larry Frates. Sign up required.


11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Time at the Gazebo ( Ages 3 - 36 months)
Event Location: Village Field Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@ gilfordlibrary.org
Join Miss Tasha to continue our Baby Time in the sunshine! We will meet right at the Village Field Gazebo then everyone is welcome to return to the Library for coloring and books! Meet in the Children's Room if weather is bad.


   Thursday, July 17, 2008
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Knit Wits
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Open knitting--all welcome!


   Friday, July 18, 2008
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Time at the Gazebo ( Ages 3 - 36 months)
Event Location: Village Field Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@ gilfordlibrary.org
Join Miss Tasha to continue our Baby Time in the sunshine! We will meet right at the Village Field Gazebo then everyone is welcome to return to the Library for coloring and books! Meet in the Children's Room if weather is bad.


1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Knit Wits
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Open knitting - all are welcome!


   Monday, July 21, 2008
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp - Day One
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp is an annual program instructed by Lani Voivod. Campers will learn a variety of writing techniques and skills. More information is available at the library. Cost per camper is $50. and no more than eight participants will be enrolled.


   Tuesday, July 22, 2008
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp - Day Two
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp is an annual program instructed by Lani Voivod. Campers will learn a variety of writing techniques and skills. More information is available at the library. Cost per camper is $50. and no more than eight participants will be enrolled.


   Wednesday, July 23, 2008
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
An Afternoon of Music with Steve Blunt
Event Location: Gilford Village Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
To connect us to the minstrels of medieval times-the theme of our Summer Reading Program CATCH A DRAGON BY THE TALE- musician Steve Blunt will bring his music and musings to the Village Field Gazebo. Join us! Bring a blanket and a picnic to enjoy!


9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp - Day Three
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp is an annual program instructed by Lani Voivod. Campers will learn a variety of writing techniques and skills. More information is available at the library. Cost per camper is $50. and no more than eight participants will be enrolled.


11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Time at the Gazebo ( Ages 3 - 36 months)
Event Location: Village Field Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@ gilfordlibrary.org
Join Miss Tasha to continue our Baby Time in the sunshine! We will meet right at the Village Field Gazebo then everyone is welcome to return to the Library for coloring and books! Meet in the Children's Room if weather is bad.


   Thursday, July 24, 2008
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp - Day Four
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp is an annual program instructed by Lani Voivod. Campers will learn a variety of writing techniques and skills. More information is available at the library. Cost per camper is $50. and no more than eight participants will be enrolled.


6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Knit Wits
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Open knitting--all welcome!


   Friday, July 25, 2008
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp - Day Five
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
The Wild Quill Writer's Camp is an annual program instructed by Lani Voivod. Campers will learn a variety of writing techniques and skills. More information is available at the library. Cost per camper is $50. and no more than eight participants will be enrolled.


11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Time at the Gazebo ( Ages 3 - 36 months)
Event Location: Village Field Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@ gilfordlibrary.org
Join Miss Tasha to continue our Baby Time in the sunshine! We will meet right at the Village Field Gazebo then everyone is welcome to return to the Library for coloring and books! Meet in the Children's Room if weather is bad.


1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Knit Wits
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Open knitting - all are welcome!


   Monday, July 28, 2008
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Scholastic Book Fair
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Stop by the Children's Room any time during the day to check out all the selections. Items include books, pencils, detective kits, computer games, posters, and much more! A percentage of the proceeds will be given to the Library for the purchase of new books.


   Tuesday, July 29, 2008
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Scholastic Book Fair
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Stop by the Children's Room any time during the day to check out all the selections. Items include books, pencils, detective kits, computer games, posters, and much more! A percentage of the proceeds will be given to the Library for the purchase of new books.


   Wednesday, July 30, 2008
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Summer Reading Program Finale at Gilford Beach
Event Location: Gilford Beach
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Join us at Gilford Beach to celebrate the success of our Summer Reading Program CATCH A DRAGON BY THE TALE and end it with a bang! As a final tribute to the medieval theme, there will be a Sand Castle Contest with great prizes for the winners. We'll also share a potluck picnic, so pull out your recipe books. Sign up required.


9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Scholastic Book Fair
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Stop by the Children's Room any time during the day to check out all the selections. Items include books, pencils, detective kits, computer games, posters, and much more! A percentage of the proceeds will be given to the Library for the purchase of new books.


11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Time at the Gazebo ( Ages 3 - 36 months)
Event Location: Village Field Gazebo
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@ gilfordlibrary.org
Join Miss Tasha to continue our Baby Time in the sunshine! We will meet right at the Village Field Gazebo then everyone is welcome to return to the Library for coloring and books! Meet in the Children's Room if weather is bad.


   Thursday, July 31, 2008
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Young Adult Volunteer Appreciation Party
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
To say 'thank you' to all of you Young Adult Volunteers for your hard work this summer, each of you is invited to an ice cream sundae party in your honor!


10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Scholastic Book Fair
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Stop by the Children's Room any time during the day to check out all the selections. Items include books, pencils, detective kits, computer games, posters, and much more! A percentage of the proceeds will be given to the Library for the purchase of new books.


6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Knit Wits
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Open knitting--all welcome!


   Friday, August 01, 2008
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Scholastic Book Fair
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Stop by the Children's Room any time during the day to check out all the selections. Items include books, pencils, detective kits, computer games, posters, and much more! A percentage of the proceeds will be given to the Library for the purchase of new books.


   Wednesday, August 13, 2008
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Friends of Gilford Public Library Monthly Meeting
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
The Friends of GPL will hold their monthly meeting at the Library. Friends old and new invited.


   Saturday, August 23, 2008
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gilford Old Home Day Float
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
This year the Old Home Day theme is Gilford - a Storybook Village. We need lots of help filling up the float with characters. Sign up required and ideas are welcome!


   Friday, August 29, 2008
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Young Adult Reading Buffet
Event Location: Gilford Library
Contact: Tasha   524-6042
tasha@gilfordlibrary.org
Grab your pj's, sleeping bag and a book and head to the Library for a winning combination of stories,games,prizes and pizza. Come ready to have some fun and be overcome with the giggles.


   Thursday, September 11, 2008
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Brown Bag Book Discussion
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
We are offering a day-time book discussion! Bring your 'brown bag' lunch and we'll provide dessert along with a lively discussion of "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen. Books are available at the Library.


   Thursday, September 18, 2008
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adult Book Discussion
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
This month's discussion book is "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen. Books are available at the Library. Refreshments will be served.


   Thursday, September 25, 2008
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Including Samuel
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Lisa DiMartino of Lakes Region Community Council will show the amazing documentary by Dan Habib, INCLUDING SAMUEL, his educational and social commitment for the education and inclusion of all youth with disabilities. Information and discussion to follow.


   Saturday, September 27, 2008
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Heritage Arts Day
Event Location: Gilford Center
Contact: Betty Tidd   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
This joint venture of the Gilford Library, Historical Society, and Community Church will offer a variety of activities for adults and children alike. Tents set up near the new Library will house various demonstrations. Antique appraisal will also be available. There will be games and contests for children and delectable foods for everyone.


   Thursday, October 02, 2008
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
An evening with Michael Tougias, author of "Ten Hours Until Dawn"
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Join us to hear Michael Tougias talk about his true adventure book, "Ten Hours Until Dawn: The True Story of Heroism and Tragedy Aboard the Can Do in the Blizzard of '78". This book was selected by the American Library Association as one of the Top Books of the Year and described as "a white-knuckle read, the best book of its kind."


   Thursday, October 09, 2008
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Adult Book Discussion
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
We are offering a day-time book discussion! Bring your 'brown bag' lunch and we'll provide dessert along with a lively discussion of "Fatal Forecast" by Michael Tougias. Books are available at the Library.


   Thursday, October 16, 2008
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adult Book Discussion
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
This month's discussion book is "Fatal Forecast" by Michael Tougias. Books are available at the Library. Refreshments will be served.


   Thursday, November 06, 2008
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Brown Bag Book Discussion
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
We are offering a day-time book discussion! Bring your 'brown bag' lunch and we'll provide dessert along with a lively discussion of "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson. Books are available at the Library.


7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Folk Concert with Don Watson
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
Local musician Don Watson has recently released his first CD titled "Back East". He will be singing his original songs here in our new meeting room. Join us for a wonderful evening of music with Don and his friends. The concert is free. Any voluntary donations will benefit the new library.


   Thursday, November 13, 2008
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adult Book Discussion
Event Location: Gilford Public Library
Contact: Betty   524-6042
library@gilfordlibrary.org
This month's discussion book is "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson. Books are available at the Library. Refreshments will be served.