Library Book Group
This month’s read is The Book of Hope by Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams. Copies are still available at the library desk.
Paul Klemperer at the Library Summer Forum
All about Music! Come at 6:30 to hear Wolf Pack a local band playing traditional music and the hear more from Paul about music.
About
Paul from his webpage
Musician.
Born in Boston, MA, Paul discovered jazz at an early age, sneaking into smokey clubs by age 13. He studied with jazz legends Archie Shepp, Max Roach and Ray Copeland before moving to Austin, TX in 1982. There he became an integral part of the Texas blues and jazz community, working with a long list of Texas artists including Marcia Ball, Angela Strehli, Doyle Bramhall, Seth Walker, Nick Curran, and many more. As a bandleader Paul performs in Texas regularly, in nightclubs, festivals, concerts and private events. He continues to tour nationally and internationally.
Paul’s musical expertise crosses many boundaries, including western classical, jazz, blues, Latin, rock, R&B, Afrobeat, Balkan, North Indian, and much more. His broad range of musical influences led him to form three bands (producing five albums), which feature his original compositions: Manteca Beat, My Exotic Other, and The Klemperer Group.
Traditional Music Session
🎶 Join Us for an Enchanting Afternoon of Traditional Slow Music! 🎻
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of traditional slow music at the Nelson NH Library. Whether you're a seasoned musician or simply love to listen, this is an event you won't want to miss!
📅 When: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Nelson NH Library
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or simply relax and enjoy the ambiance. All levels of musicians are welcome, so don't be shy! Let the music transport you to a place of tranquility and inspiration.
Come be a part of our musical community and share the joy of traditional tunes. Mark your calendars and spread the word – see you there.
Nelson Summer Forum with Poet Robyn Becker
We will start off the evening with Wolf Pack a local band playing traditional music.
Poetry Reading by Robin Becker: 7pm
Robin Becker, Professor Emerita in English at Penn State University, has spent summers in Nelson for many years. Her poems have appeared in numerous publications including The New Yorker. She has twice been a MacDowell Fellow and received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Robyn will read poems from her new collection, Midsummer Count: New and Selected Poems and discuss some of the sources for her poems. Her subjects include family, beloved animals and friends, grief, and cherished landscapes.
Writing Group
The Nelson Library Writing Group
Welcome to the Nelson Library Writing Group! We're thrilled to invite you to our creative gatherings where words come to life. Our sessions are held on the 4th Saturday of each month.
Our group is all about the magic of words in various forms—poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. We encourage you to bring copies of your writing, keeping it within a 10-minute read. Not sure about copies? Don't fret! You can swing by the library to make them before our meet-up or send your work over via email, and we'll take care of the printing for you. Sharing emails means we can dive into each other's stories even before we gather, fostering an even deeper connection through our words.
For those spontaneous souls, last-minute attendees are always welcome! Just drop in and join us. If you're brimming with ideas or eager to be a part of this group, reach out to the library. Your thoughts and participation are valued and welcomed.
Let's embark on this literary journey together, weaving tales, painting landscapes with words, and creating a space where creativity thrives. See you at the Nelson Library!
Cookbook Book Group
For our gathering, we’ll be cooking from the cookbook Cook it up : bold moves for family foods and Italian American forever : classic recipes for everything you want to eat by Alex Guarnaschelli and Ava Clark.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • 75 family favorites get leveled up to be even bolder, saucier, cheesier, and crisper thanks to Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli and her highly opinionated chef-in-training daughter Ava!
Through seventy-five witty and informative recipes, Alex and Ava share a repertoire of dishes that define their modern family meals: bold flavored, comforting, satisfying, and always supremely delicious. Side by side, they cook their way through family favorites like Blueberry Pie from Alex’s mom, a legendary cookbook editor, and Nanny Ida’s Crisp Potato Latkes. Tips and notes offer great cooking advice for achieving the fluffiest frittatas (add water, never milk) and how to season and mix meatballs so they always stay juicy (spread the mixture up around the sides of the bowl and then season). There’s even a bonus recipe for dog biscuits, inspired by Alex and Ava’s family dog, Leon! (quoted from Food and Wine)
Bring a dish inspired by the cookbook to share with the group. It’s a great chance to taste new recipes, share your favorites, and connect with fellow food enthusiasts.
Don’t forget to bring your dishes and cutlery. We can’t wait to taste the fantastic dishes you’ll prepare and celebrate the joy of cooking together!
You may get a copy of this months cook book from the library.
Opa Volkert is here again with kids songs!
All are welcome in the library for a fun time of music and songs with Opa Volkert.
Traditional Music Session
🎶 Join Us for an Enchanting Afternoon of Traditional Slow Music! 🎻
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of traditional slow music at the Nelson NH Library. Whether you're a seasoned musician or simply love to listen, this is an event you won't want to miss!
📅 When: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Nelson NH Library
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or simply relax and enjoy the ambiance. All levels of musicians are welcome, so don't be shy! Let the music transport you to a place of tranquility and inspiration.
Come be a part of our musical community and share the joy of traditional tunes. Mark your calendars and spread the word – see you there.
Old Home day
The library will be open to people who want a cool and quiet place to relax. There will be games, crafts, books, puzzles and more.
Library Book Group
This month’s read is TBA. Copies are still available at the library desk.
60 Year Old Baby Coder
John finally finished his book, Automate Excel with Python!
John says about his book: A presentation entitled "The 60-Year-Old Baby Coder" based on teaching myself Python, learning unexpected things and then writing a book to help others prepare for the Age of AI.
Traditional Music Session
🎶 Join Us for an Enchanting Afternoon of Traditional Slow Music! 🎻
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of traditional slow music at the Nelson NH Library. Whether you're a seasoned musician or simply love to listen, this is an event you won't want to miss!
📅 When: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Nelson NH Library
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or simply relax and enjoy the ambiance. All levels of musicians are welcome, so don't be shy! Let the music transport you to a place of tranquility and inspiration.
Come be a part of our musical community and share the joy of traditional tunes. Mark your calendars and spread the word – see you there.
Cookbook Book Group
Bring a dish inspired by the cookbook to share with the group. It’s a great chance to taste new recipes, share your favorites, and connect with fellow food enthusiasts.
Don’t forget to bring your dishes and cutlery. We can’t wait to taste the fantastic dishes you’ll prepare and celebrate the joy of cooking together!
You may get a copy of this months cook book from the library.
Meeting of the Library Trustees
Library Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Trustees manage the Library’s policies and budget. Meetings are open to the public, except for certain rare topics of discussion involving personnel or litigation.
Writing Group
The Nelson Library Writing Group
Welcome to the Nelson Library Writing Group! We're thrilled to invite you to our creative gatherings where words come to life. Our sessions are held on the 4th Saturday of each month.
Our group is all about the magic of words in various forms—poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. We encourage you to bring copies of your writing, keeping it within a 10-minute read. Not sure about copies? Don't fret! You can swing by the library to make them before our meet-up or send your work over via email, and we'll take care of the printing for you. Sharing emails means we can dive into each other's stories even before we gather, fostering an even deeper connection through our words.
For those spontaneous souls, last-minute attendees are always welcome! Just drop in and join us. If you're brimming with ideas or eager to be a part of this group, reach out to the library. Your thoughts and participation are valued and welcomed.
Let's embark on this literary journey together, weaving tales, painting landscapes with words, and creating a space where creativity thrives. See you at the Nelson Library!
Meeting of the Library Trustees
Library Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Trustees manage the Library’s policies and budget. Meetings are open to the public, except for certain rare topics of discussion involving personnel or litigation.
Meeting of the Library Trustees
Library Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Trustees manage the Library’s policies and budget. Meetings are open to the public, except for certain rare topics of discussion involving personnel or litigation.
Meeting of the Library Trustees
Library Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Trustees manage the Library’s policies and budget. Meetings are open to the public, except for certain rare topics of discussion involving personnel or litigation.
Meeting of the Library Trustees
Library Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Trustees manage the Library’s policies and budget. Meetings are open to the public, except for certain rare topics of discussion involving personnel or litigation.
Traditional Music Session
🎶 Join Us for an Enchanting Afternoon of Traditional Slow Music! 🎻
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of traditional slow music at the Nelson NH Library. Whether you're a seasoned musician or simply love to listen, this is an event you won't want to miss!
📅 When: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Nelson NH Library
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or simply relax and enjoy the ambiance. All levels of musicians are welcome, so don't be shy! Let the music transport you to a place of tranquility and inspiration.
Come be a part of our musical community and share the joy of traditional tunes. Mark your calendars and spread the word – see you there.
Writing Group
The Nelson Library Writing Group
Welcome to the Nelson Library Writing Group! We're thrilled to invite you to our creative gatherings where words come to life. Our sessions are held on the 4th Saturday of each month.
Our group is all about the magic of words in various forms—poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. We encourage you to bring copies of your writing, keeping it within a 10-minute read. Not sure about copies? Don't fret! You can swing by the library to make them before our meet-up or send your work over via email, and we'll take care of the printing for you. Sharing emails means we can dive into each other's stories even before we gather, fostering an even deeper connection through our words.
For those spontaneous souls, last-minute attendees are always welcome! Just drop in and join us. If you're brimming with ideas or eager to be a part of this group, reach out to the library. Your thoughts and participation are valued and welcomed.
Let's embark on this literary journey together, weaving tales, painting landscapes with words, and creating a space where creativity thrives. See you at the Nelson Library!
Coffee Hour
Weekly Saturday mornings around the coffee pot, and our regular neighborly conversation. Catch up on each other’s w stories — and reading! A great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and spend time together.
Live Free or Dial: NH Humanities kids program
Live Free or Dial
Presenter: Megan Hurley
Explore the history of telecommunications with The New Hampshire Telephone Museum!
Youth programs: The New Hampshire Telephone Museum Storytime! Read a story with our educator, Make a theme related object, play a game, explore vintage phones, telegraphs, and other hands-on activities.
Cookbook Book Group
For our gathering, we’ll be cooking from the cookbook Come Hungry by Melissa Ben-Ishay
Bring a dish inspired by the cookbook to share with the group. It’s a great chance to taste new recipes, share your favorites, and connect with fellow food enthusiasts.
Don’t forget to bring your dishes and cutlery. We can’t wait to taste the fantastic dishes you’ll prepare and celebrate the joy of cooking together!
You may get a copy of this months cook book from the library.
Coffee & Cake Hour
Weekly Saturday mornings around the coffee pot, baked goods provided this week, and our regular neighborly conversation. Catch up on each other’s stories — and reading! A great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and spend time together.
Traditional Music Session
🎶 Join Us for an Enchanting Afternoon of Traditional Slow Music! 🎻
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of traditional slow music at the Nelson NH Library. Whether you're a seasoned musician or simply love to listen, this is an event you won't want to miss!
📅 When: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Nelson NH Library
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or simply relax and enjoy the ambiance. All levels of musicians are welcome, so don't be shy! Let the music transport you to a place of tranquility and inspiration.
Come be a part of our musical community and share the joy of traditional tunes. Mark your calendars and spread the word – see you there.
Meeting of the Library Trustees
Library Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Trustees manage the Library’s policies and budget. Meetings are open to the public, except for certain rare topics of discussion involving personnel or litigation.
Story time
The Nelson Library invites our families with younger children to join us for After School Story time. Please note this is not a drop off activity and parents/ caregivers are required to remain in the library. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy delightful stories, converse with and meet other families! We have a selection of new hands -on crafts to do while listening to the story.
Coffee Hour
Weekly Saturday mornings around the coffee pot, and our regular neighborly conversation. Catch up on each other’s stories — and reading! A great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and spend time together.
Meditation
Please join Susi Bertini for a gentle and guided meditation designed to reduce stress, calm the nervous system, and promote inner peace. This meditation is suitable for all ages, no matter where you are on your life's journey. Please dress comfortably, and feel free to bring warm socks and a cozy throw.
Originally from Florence, Italy, Susan (Susi) Bertini has been a resident of New England since 1983. She is a graduate of KIND Yoga School and received her degree in Hatha Yoga in 2015. Susi continued her studies in meditation, graduating in 2018. She has traveled to India several times, where she studied at Oneness University, an institution devoted to inner transformation and the Liberation of World Suffering. Susi currently resides and practices in the Keene area of New Hampshire, where she hopes to provide an atmosphere of inner peace through meditations and teachings.
Free and open to the public.
Library Book Group
This month’s read is The Aviator and the Showman by Laurie Shapiro. Copies are still available at the library desk.
Story time
The Nelson Library invites our families with younger children to join us for After School Story time. Please note this is not a drop off activity and parents/ caregivers are required to remain in the library. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy delightful stories, converse with and meet other families! We have a selection of new hands -on crafts to do while listening to the story.
Book Sale in the lower level
Book Sale to Benefit the Library
A book sale will be held in the lower level of the Nelson Library. Browse a wide selection of books for all ages and interests, including fiction, nonfiction, and children’s titles.
All proceeds support the library. Prices are by donation.
Donations are welcome. Please contact the library for more information. Hosted by the Friends of the Library.
Coffee & Cake Hour
Weekly Saturday mornings around the coffee pot, baked goods provided this week, and our regular neighborly conversation. Catch up on each other’s stories — and reading! A great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and spend time together.
Traditional Music Session
🎶 Join Us for an Enchanting Afternoon of Traditional Slow Music! 🎻
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of traditional slow music at the Nelson NH Library. Whether you're a seasoned musician or simply love to listen, this is an event you won't want to miss!
📅 When: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Nelson NH Library
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or simply relax and enjoy the ambiance. All levels of musicians are welcome, so don't be shy! Let the music transport you to a place of tranquility and inspiration.
Come be a part of our musical community and share the joy of traditional tunes. Mark your calendars and spread the word – see you there.
Story time
The Nelson Library invites our families with younger children to join us for After School Story time. Please note this is not a drop off activity and parents/ caregivers are required to remain in the library. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy delightful stories, converse with and meet other families! We have a selection of new hands -on crafts to do while listening to the story.
Coffee Hour
Weekly Saturday mornings with tea, coffee, and our regular neighborly conversation. Catch up on each other’s stories and reading! A great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and spend time together.
Meeting of the Library Trustees
Library Trustees Monthly Meeting
The Trustees manage the Library’s policies and budget. Meetings are open to the public, except for certain rare topics of discussion involving personnel or litigation.
Story time
The Nelson Library invites our families with younger children to join us for After School Story time. Please note this is not a drop off activity and parents/ caregivers are required to remain in the library. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy delightful stories, converse with and meet other families!
Cookbook Book Group
For our May gathering, we’ll be cooking .
Come hungry and bring a dish inspired by the cookbook to share with the group. It’s a great chance to taste new recipes, share your favorites, and connect with fellow food enthusiasts.
Don’t forget to bring your dishes and cutlery. We can’t wait to taste the fantastic dishes you’ll prepare and celebrate the joy of cooking together!
You may get a copy of this months cook book from the library.
Writing Group
The Nelson Library Writing Group - this month Kris Finnegan will not be facilitating.
Welcome to the Nelson Library Writing Group! We're thrilled to invite you to our creative gatherings where words come to life. Our sessions are held on the 4th Saturday of each month.
Our group is all about the magic of words in various forms—poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. We encourage you to bring copies of your writing, keeping it within a 10-minute read. Not sure about copies? Don't fret! You can swing by the library to make them before our meet-up or send your work over via email, and we'll take care of the printing for you. Sharing emails means we can dive into each other's stories even before we gather, fostering an even deeper connection through our words.
For those spontaneous souls, last-minute attendees are always welcome! Just drop in and join us. If you're brimming with ideas or eager to be a part of this group, reach out to the library. Your thoughts and participation are valued and welcomed.
Let's embark on this literary journey together, weaving tales, painting landscapes with words, and creating a space where creativity thrives. See you at the Nelson Library!
Coffee Hour
Tea, coffee, and our regular neighborly conversation. Catch up on each other’s stories and reading! A great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and spend time together.
Meditation
Please join Susi Bertini for a gentle and guided meditation designed to reduce stress, calm the nervous system, and promote inner peace. This meditation is suitable for all ages, no matter where you are on your life's journey. Please dress comfortably, and feel free to bring warm socks and a cozy throw.
Originally from Florence, Italy, Susan (Susi) Bertini has been a resident of New England since 1983. She is a graduate of KIND Yoga School and received her degree in Hatha Yoga in 2015. Susi continued her studies in meditation, graduating in 2018. She has traveled to India several times, where she studied at Oneness University, an institution devoted to inner transformation and the Liberation of World Suffering. Susi currently resides and practices in the Keene area of New Hampshire, where she hopes to provide an atmosphere of inner peace through meditations and teachings.
Free and open to the public.
Knitting and Crafting Time
Old pro or just starting, join us with your yarn and knitting/crocheting/ crafting project and conversation!
Story time
The Nelson Library invites our families with younger children to join us for After School Story time. Please note this is not a drop off activity and parents/ caregivers are required to remain in the library. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy delightful stories, converse with and meet other families!
Coffee & Cake Hour
Weekly Saturday mornings around the coffee pot, baked goods provided this week, and our regular neighborly conversation. Catch up on each other’s holiday stories — and holiday reading! A great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and spend time together.
Traditional Music Session
🎶 Join Us for an Enchanting Afternoon of Traditional Slow Music! 🎻
Every 1st and 3rd Friday, immerse yourself in the soothing melodies of traditional slow music at the Nelson NH Library. Whether you're a seasoned musician or simply love to listen, this is an event you won't want to miss!
📅 When: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month 🕝 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Nelson NH Library
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or simply relax and enjoy the ambiance. All levels of musicians are welcome, so don't be shy! Let the music transport you to a place of tranquility and inspiration.
Come be a part of our musical community and share the joy of traditional tunes. Mark your calendars and spread the word – see you there.