Posts by Henry Barker
InterLibrary Loan at Frost Free NH
” June 2022 ILL Activity The latest from NHAIS Notes… During June 2022 there were 12,376 requests filled through the NHAIS ILL System by 224 separate libraries. Most of the requests placed, 75% , were filled. ILL – Interlibrary loan.…Here are the top 10 titles for which requests were filled in June 2022: Where the…
Read MoreDigital Resources for Summer Learning.
https://www.newsbank.com/2022-summer-reading-activities-center Life is busy; summer camp, family, work, family, errands, daycare, chores, family … did you know that even if you can’t make it to Frost Free during open hours (Tues & Wed 1-7 pm, Thurs & Fri 10-5 pm, Sat 10-1 pm) You can still access curated, vetted resources and activities? All you need…
Read MoreWelcome to Millie Richard, our Seed Library Intern courtesy of Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD)
Feeling the squeeze in your wallet?
I know I am. The latest news about electric rates has my, newly retired, husband GROANING. https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-increases-electricity-bills-61622/40314355. Did you know that library usage typically goes up during times of financial stress? Your library card # gives you access to our print collection; including Large Print, Nonfiction, Magazines and the latest from the best of lists…
Read MoreI hope we can follow his fine example.
As many of you may now by now our community lost a good man this week. Rufus Frost, III, He left us on Tuesday morning. Though I’m grateful his suffering has ended, I find myself wondering how we will fill the gap when we lose such an integral community member. Many of you may have…
Read MoreHappy Friday, Marlborough
During May 2022 there were 11,303 requests filled through the NHAIS ILL System by 238 separate libraries. That’s NH’s Inter Library Loan System in case you’re on acronym overload like me. There were 197 libraries during May that filled 60% (or more) of all the requests they got. There were 39 libraries that received 100+ requests…
Read More#PlantWildflowers for pollinators.
Seed packets have arrived thanks to a grant through the #PlantWildflowers project. We have NorthEast Mix wildflowers seed packets to support our pollinators. There are also Common Bees of Eastern North America ID cards. All are welcome to pop in for a packet or two to spread in your favorite spot to encourage pollinator habitat.…
Read MoreYou are NOT alone
I don’t know about you but I’ve been feeling wobbly for over a year now. As everyone worked on book displays and book marks in the library for Mental Health Month, I found myself listening to THWOD, The Hilarious World of Depression by John Moe, through the LIBBY app. The author also has a podcast.…
Read MoreLittle Lambs, worms, daffodils …
The sun is shining in the window for the 1st time this week. April showers have definitely brought the flowers as daffodils and grape hyacinth are out. Friend, Cynthia Wall, spent some time in the garden beds and they look greener than ever. Seed library is getting some attention. Building committee is due to meet…
Read MoreThe sounds & smells of spring bring a visceral reaction.
Not just a great book for the season but the title sums it all up. Daffodil shoots are shooting. Mud buckets & boots are out for the grandkid’s mud kitchen and I’m itching to get my fingers in the dirt. The seed library is stocked and ready for browsing. We’ll have a seed planting activity…
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