It's National Library Card Sign-Up Month!

To celebrate we are giving away three Amazon gift cards worth $20 each at the end of the month. Here’s how you can enter to win:

• First-time account holders who sign up for a library account anytime in September will be eligible to win. We will be giving away $20 Amazon gift cards to TWO new account holders!

• Worry not, loyal patrons! We didn’t feel it was fair to leave you out, so anyone who already has an account at Maxfield Public Library can win a gift card, too. During the month of September, simply return a book or DVD borrowed from our collection with a thoughtful and personalized review and be entered to win. It’s that easy!

One entry per person, please!
U.S. Census Information & Recruitment Event
Stop by Maxfield Public Library on Wednesday, September 25 between 3-5 or Thursday, October 10 between 11-1 to get information on the 2020 U.S. Census and, if you’re interested, get even more information on how to join the 2020 Census Team.
Dungeons & Dragons Night

As we inch closer to Halloween and all things dark and creepy, join us on Tuesday, October 22 from 5:30-7:30 for a short D&D adventure with a Stranger Things theme. Just show up – we’ll provide all the supplies!
Chair Yoga is back!

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30-11:30 starting September 18 through October 23. Let certified yoga instructor Laurie Farmer help you learn how to increase strength and range of motion, improve circulation, and deepen relaxation. $5 per class.
Fall Wreath Decorating Workshop

Decorate your own fall wreath in this class led by Library Assistant Michelle. Join us Thursday, October 10 from 5:30-7:30 for a fun evening! And you get to take home your fall wreath creation! Sign-up is required as spaces are limited. A materials fee will be collected at the time of registration.

Drop-In Tech Help

We’re holding another Drop-In Tech Help on Tuesday, October 15 from 3-5. One of our staff members can help you figure out your e-reader, show you how to organize computer files, or teach you how to navigate social media!

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Our Teen Advisory Board will meet on Thursday, October 17 from 6-7. Anyone between the ages of 12-17 is welcome to join us! This month we’ll be discussing Flume Award book nominations, craft program ideas, and teen movie nights!

Our hours have changed!

NEW HOURS
Sundays & Mondays: CLOSED
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10am-7pm
Wednesdays & Fridays: 10am-5pm
Saturdays: 10am-2pm
PLEASE NOTE WE WILL BE CLOSED FROM 10-12
ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11.
WE WILL OPEN FROM 12-5 THAT DAY.

Upcoming Visiting Authors

Maxfield Public Library will be hosting Dan Szczesny, author of The White Mountain, and Ian Kahanowitz, author of Baseball Gods in Scandal in late October. Stay tuned for details!

Daytime & Evening Book Discussion

On a cold and snowy night in 1910, Ursula Todd is born, the third child of a wealthy English banker and his wife. She dies before she can draw her first breath. On that same cold and snowy night, Ursula Todd is born, lets out a lusty wail, and embarks upon a life that will be, to say the least, unusual. For as she grows, she also dies, repeatedly, in any number of ways. Ursula's world is in turmoil, facing the unspeakable evil of the two greatest wars in history. What power and force can one woman exert over the fate of civilization -- if only she has the chance?

Join us on Thursday, September 26 for an exciting discussion! Our daytime group meets at 2pm; our evening group meets at 6:30pm.

Trunk or Treat

Stay tuned for more information for Halloween Night fun at the library!

Library Passes

The Library offers passes to area attractions. For a full list and description, check our Library Information tab.

Check out our telescope!

The Library has recieved a gift of an Orion StarBlast 4.5-inch Astronomical Telescope with a zoom eye piece and supportive material and an instruction manual. The telescope is easy to use and is robust. There is nothing to assemble. The telescope is of manageable size, but has a relatively large optical tube. This means that the Moon and deep sky objects will show far more detail than one could see with the common "beginners" telescopes. It also has a large field of view that allows the object to stay in the eyepiece longer. This is a quality instrument, reviewed by a number of astronomical publications and found quite worthy.

Many thanks to the New Hampshire Astronomical Society and Loudon resident Curtiss Rude for the generous gift.

Library Trustees Meeting

Library Trustees Meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 2 at 5pm.

Music and Movement

Join us Tuesdays at 10:30 am
for songs, stories, yoga and more!

Story Time

Join us Thursdays at 10:30 am and Fridays at 2:30 pm for stories, songs, crafts and more!

Literary Pumpkins Contest

In October, pick up a pumpkin at the library to decorate as your family’s favorite book character! Supplies are limited, so only one pumpkin per family, please. See a staff member for rules and deadlines. This contest was so popular last year that we knew we had to do it again! Stay tuned for pumpkin pick-up times and to find out when voting begins! Or call the library at 798-5153 for more information.

Stitch & Chat

Join us to knit, crochet, or do other needlecraft on Wednesdays from 2:30-4:30pm in the Children's Room. This friendly, social gathering welcomes everyone to bring a project to work on in a pleasant, supportive environment.