Programs

In 1936 the Federal Works Progress Administration (WPA) created a library extension program intended both to provide employment for women and to bring library service to the Appalachian region of Eastern Kentucky. The Pack Horse Library Project, as it became known, eventually served nearly every resident in the nearly 10,000-square-mile region. Presenter Susan Deschenes coordinates the Rivier Institute for Senior Education (RISE) program. She worked in NH public libraries for more than 20 years.

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Join Art Historian Mary Woodward to learn how the history of nutcrackers involves the development of tools from the Stone Age to the Industrial Age. Their story encompasses the political changes of Communist-era Germany, a Russian ballet and American G.I.s. These are all elements in the history of the charming, colorful creations we enjoy today. Our look at nutcrackers will include a nod to other traditional Christmas decorations such as pyramids and ‘smokers’ that have developed along with them. Mary also shared a list of additional references.

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Visit Scotland’s two biggest cities: Edinburgh is royal and stately, while Glasgow is brash and edgy. But both have rich history, amazing museums, and incredible architecture, and there is always time to stop at a pub for a pint and some fish and chips. Presenter Jeff Klapes is the retired Head of Reference Services at the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library in Wakefield, Massachusetts, and an avid traveler and photographer.

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Millions around the world gasped as the fire on April 15, 2019 engulfed the roof and spire of the cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris. Art Historian Mary Woodward led us through the history of this hallowed ground, from the first cathedral on the site in the 6th century to the Notre-Dame we knew as a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture, built between the 12th and 14th centuries. through current developments in the restoration.

CLICK HERE for Mary's list of additional resources or CLICK HERE for a link to books available at the library.

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