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Abstract Paintings & Tribal Masks Exhibition At New Hampshire Antique Co-Op
Now on view through May 31, 2020
Congregational Church Stays Connected
During the suspension of in-person activities in light of the Covid-19 situation, the Congregational Church of Amherst, UCC has a variety of ways for members and others to connect with church programs. This is especially important during April as Holy Week and Easter are on the horizon.
The most up-to-date information about church activities can be found on the church’s website (ccamherst.org) or by calling the church office at 673-3231. Sunday services are broadcast on FacebookLive and recorded for later on-line viewing. Services are followed by a Virtual Fellowship Hour. Links for these and other events can be found on the website.
The church’s Facebook page is another source of information, including updates and video messages from the pastors. Pastors Maureen Frescott and Kate Kennedy are available to provide pastoral care during this time, and the church welcomes community members to connect with this loving, serving, open and affirming community of faith.
Lorraine Alice Hamilton
AMHERST – Lorraine Alice Hamilton of Amherst, New Hampshire, Beach Haven, New Jersey and Rancho Mirage, California died June 14, 2020 from pancreatic cancer at her home in California. She was 73 years old and a participant in the trial of a new cancer drug at NYU Langone in New York City since April 2019. She hoped that results from the trial would improve care for other patients who develop this cancer. She was with her family when she died and was
Donald Richard Haaker
Donald Richard Haaker, 80, born June 2, 1940, son of Carl E Haaker and Jeanne LaRochelle Haaker of Fitchburg, MA, son, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA.
Don, as he was affectionately referred to by friends, and Dad or Grandpa by family, was a proud veteran, avid fisherman, former business owner, collector of “As Seen On TV” gadgets, and
Mont Vernon
Daland Memorial Library
A Note From the Library Trustees
The Library Trustees voted this past month to extend Curbside Pickup Only Service through the end of February in order to contain the spread of COVID -19 in Mont Vernon. They will closely monitor the number of cases in town over the next month to determine a future opening date. For now, Curbside Pickup is open during all open hours and we encourage patrons to call 673-7888, email dalandlibrary@comcast.net, or reserve materials online with a library card for touch free pickup in the library lobby. Questions? Call the library at 673-7888.
The Ultimate Presentation for Red Sox Nation
Do you love baseball? Are you a fan of the Boston Red Sox? Take a fun and enlightening journey through Boston Red Sox history with the author of the Ultimate Boston Red Sox Time Machine Book. This presentation features videos and photographs of the greatest and most fascinating players, teams, events and moments in franchise history. The program also includes trivia questions for patrons to ponder and covers Sox history from the Royal Rooters, who launched Red Sox Nation, all the way to the four World Series championships and beyond. It will conclude with a question-and-answer period. Author Martin Gitlin will present on Zoom Tuesday, February 23rd at 7:00pm. Visit he library Facebook page at https://fb.me/e/H9pt5cj3 for information and Zoom invitation.
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Storytime on YouTube
Miss JoAnn is now on YouTube! We are in the process of transferring her weekly storytimes and puppet shows to our new channel. Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKqrnWVUbzqFX7AZXBTVm6Q for the complete collection. Subscribe to Daland Memorial Library to get notifications of new posts.
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Adult Craft Night
Just in time for the Backyard Winter Bird Survey on Feb 13 &14th. Sign up to make an edible birdhouse on Tuesday, Feb. 9th at 6:30pm on Zoom! We will provide all the materials you need to cover a wooden birdhouse with seeds and dried fruits to attracted local feathered friends to your yard. Space is limited to 10. Registration required. Call the library at 673-7888 to sign up. $5 material fee at pick up.
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Backyard Bird Habitats: Creating a Wildlife Sanctuary
Join us on Zoom on Wednesday, February 17th at 6:30pm to learn all about bird habitats from a NH Audubon educator. While feeders may entice our feathered friends, there are many additional things we can do to encourage them to linger longer. From native plants to bird baths and everything in between, this program will cover the wants and needs of a variety of songbird species while offering tricks and tips to convert your current outdoor space into a birding oasis. Beginner and experts welcome! Event information on the library website www.dalandlibrary.com and on the library Facebook page. Program Sponsored by The Friends of the Daland Memorial Library.
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Digital Streaming Services
The library offers two ways to borrow materials digitally online with a valid library card. Log into www.hoopladigital.com to set up a Hoopla account for access to 750,000 titles including movies, E books, audio books, magazines, television shows, documentaries and more! You can also use your library card number to borrow books from NH Overdrive. Visit www.nhoverdrive.com to borrow eBooks and audio books for children and adults.
Need a library card? Stop in the library to sign up during open hours or visit www.dalandlibrary.com for more details.
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Happy 100th Hazel Milligan
Our very own Hazel Milligan turned 100 on Sunday, Jan. 24th! A birthday card drive was encouraged to help get 100 cards to her mailbox as a surprise.
Friends and family lined up with decorated cars to honk and wish her a happy birthday in a drive by parade. Speaking of parades, Hazel has long been recognized as the oldest resident in town and honored as such in the Annual Spring Gala Parade along with Mont Vernon’s newest baby. She is also a talented Mont Vernon Artisan and Lifetime Friend of the Library.
Happy Birthday to our beloved centenarian!
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