EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendar items are submitted by readers and are only lightly edited.

NASHUA

Nashua Public Library, 2 Court St., 589-4600, carol.eyman@ nashualibrary.org, www.nashualibrary.org.

OPEN STORYTIMES AND PUPPET SHOWS

Open storytimes and puppet shows are held 2-2:40 p.m. Sunday and 10-10:40 a.m. Monday-Thursday in the Children’s Room.

‘THE KENNEDY ASSASSINATION: 50 YEARS LATER’

Historian Chris Daley will present “The Kennedy Assassination: 50 Years Later” at 2 p.m. Nov. 3 at the library. Relive the events of Nov. 22, 1963, in vivid detail through witness statements, photos, diagrams and videos. Daley will examine the question whether Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone by scrutinizing his life, as well as testimony, ballistics and autopsy reports. He’ll weigh the evidence for and against the claims that the FBI, CIA, Mafia, Soviet Union, Fidel Castro, and even Lyndon B. Johnson were somehow involved in a conspiracy to commit this tragic crime. Free.

JIN RWEI EXHIBIT IN IMAGE GALLERY

Paintings by Jin Rwei will be on display in the Image Gallery in November and December. Born in Taiwan, Rwei emigrated to the United States in 1985. A software engineer for many years, she never pictured herself as an artist until 1998, when she took oil painting lessons. She began creating impressionist-style paintings, mostly landscapes, which she exhibited at the Chelmsford Public Library and, in 2008, at the Nashua Public Library. Since then, her work has evolved from oils, purely visual, to multimedia works that invite the observer to not only view but also touch. She has mixed sand with paint to create a grassy texture; dipped thread in oil to construct the branches of a willow tree; and sewed a little girl’s dress onto the canvas to fashion a portrait. The public is invited to meet the artist at a free reception held 1-3 p.m. Nov. 9 at the library.

THE QUEENS OF HENRY VIII

Henry VIII famously had six wives. Who were they? Where did they come from? How did they come to be married to him – and how did those marriages work out? Kavita Mudan talks about how these women have been portrayed in Shakespeare, poetry and even in the Showtime series “The Tudors” at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at the library. Free.

‘MEET JULIA CHILD’

The Friends of the Nashua Public Library will present the Delvena Theatre Company’s live performance featuring “Julia Child” as The French Chef on Nov. 18 at the library. This show will be followed by a Q&A with the actors. At 6:30 p.m., before the show, the Friends will hold a brief annual meeting, with election of officers and refreshments. There will be an opportunity to join the Friends at this time – memberships start at $10 for seniors older than 62 and $15 for other adults. Registration required.

DOCTOR WHO 50TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY

Grab your sonic screwdriver and travel by TARDIS to the library’s 50th anniversary celebration of Doctor Who at 7 p.m. Nov. 22. Enjoy Time Lord trivia, crafts and cosplay for fans of all ages. The event is free, but registration is required.

THE REAL ‘GAME OF THRONES’

With its dragons, zombies and magic, the HBO series “Game of Thrones” bears little resemblance to our world. But the show and the books it’s based on draw inspiration from 15th-century France and England. Join Kavita Mudan at 2 p.m. Nov. 24 at the library as she talks about these parallels and what they can tell us about the world of the show and our preoccupation with history. Free.

‘NEXT GREAT READ’ FEATURES STAFF BOOK REVIEWS

This fall, the library is introducing “Next Great Read,” online book (and occasionally movie) reviews by library staff members.

Jen Hinderer, director, will write about mysteries, historical fiction and audiobooks.

Sophie Smith, supervisor of teen services, will recommend nonfiction, as well as fiction that’s written for teens but appeals to adults, too (think “Marcelo in the Real World,” “The Book Thief”).

Loren Rosson, supervisor of circulation, will write about fantasy and horror and occasionally about films.

Carol Eyman, outreach and community services coordinator, will recommend mainstream, historical and literary fiction.

Take a look at “Next Great Read” at www.nashualibrary.org/nextgreatread, where you can subscribe via your RSS feeds or by email.

RUSSIAN CONVERSATION GROUP

Do you speak any Russian? Would you like an opportunity to talk with others in the language? Join the Nashua Public Library’s Russian conversation group. Meetings are at 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Geared toward those with intermediate skills, the group is self-guided, with members helping each other with conversation, vocabulary and grammar. No registration necessary.

FREE PASSES TO THE AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE MUSEUM

Nashua Public Library cardholders can now visit the American Independence Museum in Exeter for free with a library museum pass. This historic museum features stories of the men and women who overcame their uncertainties about freedom from Great Britain and established our country. Included in the collection are rare documents chronicling the nation’s founding. The museum is only open Thursdays-Saturdays from June through October, so reserve the pass now by going to nashualibrary.org and clicking Museum Passes or by calling the 589-4603. The pass admits two adults and their children younger than 18. Information: independencemuseum.org.

AMHERST

Amherst Town Library, 14 Main St. 673-2288, library@amherst.lib.nh.us, www.amherst.lib.nh.us.

PHOTOGRAPHY OF RUTH ANN ESCH ON DISPLAY

A series of architectural photographs by Ruth Ann Esch will be on display at the library through November. An artist reception will be held 2-4 p.m. Nov. 3.

‘THE KENNEDY ASSASSINATION: 50 YEARS LATER’

“The Kennedy Assassination: 50 Years Later” will be presented by historical lecturer Christopher Daley at 2 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Johnson Meeting Room of the library. Daley will present a 90-minute multimedia slide presentation in which the audience will relive that tragic day, Nov. 22, 1963, in vivid detail through the use of witness statements, photographs, diagrams, pictures and videos of the sites in Dallas, and of course, the famous Zapruder film. The lecture will also examine the question of the lone gunman vs. conspiracy theory. Free, but registration is required.

‘FOOD FOR FINES’

The library will collect “food for fines” through Nov. 15. Donate canned goods, paper products, diapers, cereal, pasta or packaged mixes and your fines will be waived. These items will be taken to SHARE to benefit families in our community.

BROOKLINE

Brookline Public Library, 16 Main St., 673-3330, www.bplnh.weebly.com or on Facebook at Brookline Public Library, NH.

WRITERS GROUP for GRADES 4-6

The Writers Group for grades 4-6 will meet each month from 4:3-5:30 p.m. – check website for November date.

HOLLIS

Hollis Social Library, 2 Monument Square, 465-7721, www.hollislibrary.org.

ERIC PINDER – AUTHOR VISIT

Who would have guessed that the world’s windiest, chilliest weather occurs not in the Himalayas, but in New Hampshire? A handful of hardy souls live at the Mount Washington Observatory year-round, and Eric Pinder is one of them. Join Pinder at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 in the meeting room as he discusses his book, “Life at the Top: Weather, Wonder, & High Cuisine from the Mount Washington Observatory,” as well as the joys and terrors of living in the clouds. Signup required.

AFFORDABLE CARE ACT PRESENTATION

AARP representatives will present a program on the Affordable Care Act at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 18 in the library meeting room. This in-depth presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Enrollment in the ACA is open through March 31. Sign-up required for this presentation.

EVENING SKY OBSERVERS

Join us at 8:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month for an evening of stargazing at the Lawrence Barn. Dr. Knesevich will bring his telescope and extensive knowledge of the night sky to guide our observations. Bring your own telescope if you have one.

LIVING WITH BLACK BEARS

In co-sponsorship with the Beaver Brook Association and Toadstool Bookshop of Milford, the library will bring Ben Kilham, black bear behaviorist, to Hollis to share his knowledge and experiences. Kilham is a wildlife biologist and rehabilitator who specializes in black bears. He usually takes in three to five orphaned black bear cubs each winter and cares for them in his 8-acre enclosure. This year he has taken in more than 20. Kilham and his work have been featured in five internationally televised documentaries and he has appeared on several television news shows. Presentation held at 2 p.m. Nov. 24 at the Lawrence Barn.

COMPUTER HELP

Computer classes are held at 6:45 and 7:30 p.m. Mondays and 10:45 and 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Do you want to learn how to send email, or sign up and use Facebook? Do you have challenges with a Microsoft Office product? Do you need help downloading books to your e-reader? Do you want to learn how to use the library’s databases or online catalog? Is there something else about your computer that boggles your mind? Register online or call to reserve a session with Susan. She will call you before the meeting so she can be prepared to answer your questions.

THE WRITER’S BLOCK

The Writer’s Block is a group of aspiring writers who meet for inspiration and support from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Saturday in the meeting room. Share your ideas and efforts. All are welcome.

KNITTING CLUB

If you need support or fresh ideas for new knitting projects, join the Knitting Club from 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays in the library’s meeting room. Drop in; no sign-up required.

HUDSON

George H. and Ella M. Rodgers Memorial Library, 194 Derry Road, 886-6030, askus@rodgerslibrary.org, www.rodgerslibrary.org.

Watercolor exhibit

Susan Peterson is the library’s featured artist for November. Her exhibit of watercolors, “Reasons for Seasons,” is on display in the Community Room.

POKEMON LEAGUE FOR ALL AGES

The library will hold a meeting for fans of the Pokemon monster collecting and battling series to meet and play together from 5-6:15 p.m. on the first Monday of the month. All ages welcome. All video-game versions, new players and TCG players are also welcome.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT 101 WITH LIFE COACH DIANE MACKINNON

Weight issues can stem from thoughts and feelings about ourselves and our bodies. Learn about managing your thinking to help you get to your natural weight and stay there. Diane MacKinnon, master life coach, will offer tips, tools, strategies and resources for living at your natural weight. 7 p.m. Nov. 6 at the library. Preregistration requested, but not required. Register at rmlnh.org/events or call 886-6030.

HOLIDAY CARDS WITH SHRINKY DINKS

Make holiday cards and decorate them with Shrinky Dinks on Nov. 7 at the library. Paper Techniques meets the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 and is open to teens and adults. There is a different project each month; visit rodgerslibrary.org or call for upcoming projects. Preregister at rmlnh.org/events or call the library at 886-6030.

AMBER JEWELRY WORKSHOP

On Nov. 9 from 9:30-11:30 a.m., amber artist Rasa Dooling will show a film about amber and discuss its history. The film will be followed by a hands-on workshop during which attendees will make a piece of amber jewelry. Anyone who has old amber jewelry and would like suggestions for modernizing the piece is welcome to take it to the class. This workshop is sponsored in part by a grant from the Zylonis Fund of Hudson. There is a $10 materials fee for this workshop and preregistration is required. Sign up as soon as possible, as there is a minimum number of participants needed to hold this workshop. Go to rmlnh.org/events or call 886-6030 to register. Thanks to the Lithuanian Brothers and Sisters (LABAS) for helping to make this event possible.

FREE FRENCH LESSONS FOR ADULTS AND TEENS

Free beginning French classes for teens and adults will be offered 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 12. Each week has a set theme and people should register for each class individually.

CINEMA CELEBRATION

The library hosts a film series at 6:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month. Catch films you may have missed in the theaters. Snacks served. Cinema Celebration is sponsored by the Hudson Friends of the Library. Call the film line at 816-4535 for details.

GENEALOGY CLUB

The Genealogy Club meets at 1:30 p.m. on the second Friday of the month. Trade tips and techniques with others interested in family research and learn about genealogical resources in the library. Check the website for information on possible guest speakers.

GAMING DAY AT THE LIBRARY

From noon-4 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month, join Play Date NH as it teaches an assortment of new board games, card games and role-playing games at the library. Play Date NH is a volunteer organization aimed at educating the community about the benefits of games and gaming. It holds events to introduce new games, expand the gaming audience and invite residents to make gaming of all types a part of their family, school and community. There will also be Wii games.

FREE FAMILY FILM

Enjoy a free family film at 1 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month at the library. Family-friendly films for all ages will be shown on our big screen. Snacks will be served. Call 816-4535 for details.

TEEN PROGRAMS

TT@YL – Teen Takeover at Your Library: 2-5 Wednesdays in the community room. Teens can hang out, use the Internet for work or fun, or play games. Laptops with Internet, Word, Excel and PowerPoint will be available, but you can always bring your own. Snacks and closed beverages are allowed. No registration required.

Snack Chat: 4 p.m. Tuesdays. Come to discuss new and old favorite video games, books, music or films. Snacks will be provided. Registration requested, but not required.

Animanga Club: Third Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. Come to Animanga Club to discuss and share your favorite anime and manga. Registration requested, but not required.

FUN WITH FRENCH FOR KIDS

Sing, dance and play your way through French with Mademoiselle Inga in this fun program jam-packed with basic French vocabulary. Kids ages 7-11 will discover French numbers, colors, foods, manners, animals and more. Class meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 21 at the library. Registration is open to library card holders and will remain open throughout the fall session; join class at any time.

TAIL WAGGING TUTORS

Kids up to age 11 can come read to Bella, a licensed therapy dog, at the library. Bella and her owner, Anna, will be here Saturdays between 1 and 4 p.m. Sign up for half-hour reading slots by calling 886-6030.

BOOKS & BABIES

Books & Babies storytime, for up to 18 months old and their caregivers, meets at 11 a.m. Thursdays in the Children’s Programming Room.

DISCOUNT PASSES

The library now has free or reduced admission passes to the New England Quilt Museum in Lowell, Mass., The Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Mass., Strawberry Banke in Portsmouth and The Wright Museum of WWII History in Wolfeboro. The library offers a variety of free or discounted admission passes to area museums and attractions, including science museums, children’s museums, art museums, zoos and historic sites. Most passes are only available for one family each day. Passes can be reserved by Rodgers Memorial Library cardholders at rodgerslibrary.org, in person or by calling 886-6030 during library hours.

LYNDEBOROUGH

J.A. Tarbell Library, 136 Forest Road, 654-6790, www.jatarbelllibrary.org.

LIBRARY TRUSTEES MEETING

The library trustees meet at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month.

TRIVIAL PURSUIT GROUP

Trivial Pursuit group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays.

KNITTING GROUP

The Knitting Group meets at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays.

MERRIMACK

Merrimack Public Library, 470 Daniel Webster Highway, 424-5021, www.merrimacklibrary.org.

MERRIMACK LIBRARY SEEKS INFORMATION FOR COMMUNITY DIRECTORY

The library is compiling its 20th Community Contacts Directory, an online listing of nonprofit groups and organizations in and around Merrimack. The directory includes high-demand information on local nonprofit groups, including address, contact person, meeting dates, times and locations, and a brief description of each organization. The directory is published on the library’s website at www.merrimacklibrary.org/contacts. More than 100 organizations have been included in past editions, and updated information requests have been emailed or mailed. New listings are being sought for this 20th edition. If your nonprofit organization isn’t currently included and would like to be added, you can request a form by calling the Reference Department at 424-5021 or emailing merrimackpl@merrimacklibrary.org by Nov. 14.

ARTMAKING FOR ADULTS

Artmaking for adults will be offered 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 13 and Dec. 11 at the library. Local painter Christine Ryan will encourage participants to develop or continue their own art practices in this series of drawing and painting workshops. For teens and adults. Attend one or more. A $10 material fee will be collected at the first session. Enrollment is limited.

MILFORD

Wadleigh Memorial Library, 49 Nashua St., 673-2408, refdesk@wadleigh.lib.nh.us, www.wadleigh.lib.nh.us.

‘EQUILIBRIUM’: THE ROAD TO PUBLICATION

In Lorrie Thomson’s debut novel, “Equilibrium,” a young widow and her 15-year-old daughter cope with the aftermath of loss and mental illness. During Thomson’s 12-year journey to publication, she completed three novels and racked up about 250 rejections, every one of them a badge of honor. She attended conferences, entered contests, and pitched to agents and editors. To learn the secret to Thomson’s perseverance, she invites you to stop by the library, where her journey began, at 7 p.m. Nov. 5. Copies of “Equilibrium” will be available for purchase and signing.

FIND YOUR WAY AROUND THE HEALTH CARE LAW

Starting Jan. 1, the Affordable Care Act requires just about everyone to have health insurance. Whether you have health insurance or no coverage at all, find out what the health care law means for you and your family. Join us to learn more about the law’s benefits and protections and new coverage options. AARP of New Hampshire will present this program at the library at 7 p.m. Nov. 6.

HOLIDAY HOURS

The library will be closed on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.

ACOUSTIC CAFE: BOB BAKER

Local musician Bob Baker will perform at the next Acoustic Cafe at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at the library. Doors open at 7. Baker performs original and contemporary acoustic music, as well as an assortment of early to mid-20th-century Tin Pan Alley and island songs. Free. All proceeds from coffee and refreshment sales benefit the cafe and the library.

LIBRARY TRUSTEES AND FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETINGS

The library trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 19.

The Friends of the Library will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 27.

MONT VERNON

Daland Memorial Library, 5 North Main St., 673-7888, www.dalandlibrary.wordpress.com.

BOOK DISCUSSION FOR ADULTS

The book discussion group usually meets once a month at 9:30 a.m. for up to two hours. Participants take turns bringing a light refreshment. No attendance requirement – attend discussions that are of interest. The library buys a copy of each selection that may be checked out by patrons when the book isn’t reserved for the discussion.

Book list for remainder of 2013:

Nov. 4: “The Light Between Oceans: A Novel” by M.L. Stedman (fiction).

Dec. 2: “Christmas Holiday” by W. Somerset Maugham (classic).

‘DIARY OF A WIMPY KID’ BOOK RELEASE PARTY

Come to the library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 and celebrate the release of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 8: Hard Luck” by Jeff Kinney. Games, treats and prizes. Win a new copy of the book. Be the first to check it out at the library. Grades 3 and up only.

JUNIOR BOOK CLUBS

The Page Turners Junior Book Club for fifth- and sixth-graders will discuss “The Graveyard Book” by Neil Gaiman from 4-5 p.m. Nov. 6. Snack, craft and discussion.

The Bonkers for Books Junior Book Club for third- and fourth-graders will discuss “The Mouse and the Motorcycle” by Beverly Cleary from 4-5 p.m. Nov. 20. Snack, craft and book discussion.

Books for both groups will be available to borrow at the library. New members always welcome.

PELHAM

Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green, 635-7581, www.pelhamweb.com/library.

VOICES OF A FORGOTTEN GENERATION REMEMBERED

The library will host a conversation with Richard Rubin, author of “The Last of the Doughboys: The Forgotten Generation and Their Forgotten War,” at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6. This program is sponsored by the library and the Pelham John H. Hargreaves Memorial Post 10722, Ladies Auxiliary, and an anonymous donor. Note that the event will be held at Sherburne Hall, located in Town Hall. Free; books will be available for purchase/signing at the event. Book information: richardrubinonline.com.

E-READERS 101

Are you the new owner of an e-reader device, but not sure what to do next? The library is offering a basic e-reader course to help you learn how to use your new device, as well as access e-books available through New Hampshire Downloadable Books. The class will be at 8 and 10 a.m. Nov. 8. This class will be BYOD – Bring Your Own Device. Sign up early – space is limited. Must have valid Pelham Library Card to sign up.

ARTIST OF THE MONTH

Throughout November, the library will showcase the work of Christine A. Ryan, a southern New Hampshire artist who specializes in landscapes, seascapes and enlarged floral details. Artist’s reception at 6 p.m. Nov. 12. Meet the artist and hear her discuss her work. Free.

ADVANCED FORMATTING IN MICROSOFT WORD

If you are an intermediate user of Microsoft Word but want to improve your skills, the library is offering a course on Advanced Formatting in Word at 10 a.m. Nov. 22. Topics will include section breaks and levels, creating table of contents and indexes, and mail merges. Call 635-7581 to sign up. Must have valid Pelham Library Card to sign up.

TUESDAYS WITH STORIES BOOK GROUP

The children’s book club Tuesdays with Stories has returned to the library. The club meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Geared for independent readers in grades 2 and up. See library website for details.

NEW STORY HOURS

The yearlong theme for story hours and other programming is “Your Library Card – Passport to the World!”

For November and December, we are “Home for the Holidays.” In January, we will “Travel the Alps.” February has us heading to the land down under as we “Travel to Australia.” In March, we will “Travel to the Emerald Isle.” In April, we are off to see the tulips in Holland. By May, we will be ready to return home again, as we complete our many months of travel. All of these monthly themes will be developed with stories, songs, enrichment activities and crafts. There will also be lots of special programs for all ages.

These story hours are offered:

Children’s Story Hour for ages 3-4 is 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays.

Lunch Bunch for kindergartners and 5’s is 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Wednesdays.

Mother Goose Story Time for infants to age 1-plus is 10-10:30 a.m. Fridays.

Just Two, a storytime just for 2-year-olds, is 11-11:30 a.m. Fridays.

Preregistration isn’t necessary for story hours. Visit the library’s website for details.

WILTON

Wilton Public and Gregg Free Library, 7 Forest Road, 654-2581, www.wiltonlibrarynh.org.

CONCERT IN THE ROTUNDA

Enjoy the music of the High Mowing Waldorf School chorus in the wonderful acoustics of the library rotunda, 7 p.m. Nov. 20. Free and open to the public.

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

The adult book discussion group will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 21 to discuss “Wool” by Hugh Howie. Copies are available at the library. This is an open discussion group; new readers are welcome.

ART IN THE ROTUNDA

During November, the library rotunda will be under repair, but Wilton artist Sharon Flanagan’s paintings will be displayed throughout the library.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY ROOMS

The Historical Society rooms, which house artifacts and displays about Wilton history, are open to the public from 1:30-5 p.m. Thursdays year-round. The Historical Society meets on the second Thursday of each month (except March, July and August) at 7 p.m. in the Historical Society rooms. The public is welcome.

COMPUTER INSTRUCTION

Do you wish you knew more about using a computer? Call 654-2581 for an appointment with computer specialist Bill Bulling for basic to advanced instruction.

E-READER DROP-IN SESSIONS

Drop into the library to learn how to browse, select and download books to your computer, MP3, tablets, Nook, Kindle or smartphone. The library’s digital collection is free to use, although a library card is required. To schedule a one-on-one session, call Allison or Bill at 654-2581. Drop-in sessions are the first Wednesday of the month.

TUESDAYS @ 2 WRITERS GROUP

The Tuesdays @ 2 Writers Group meets at 2 p.m. every Tuesday.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

The Friends of the Wilton Library offer instruction to anyone in Wilton interested in learning English as a second language. Call Bevan Buffum at 654-5811 to set up an appointment or for more information.

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