Lunchtime discussion group news

Hour of the Witch is our next book discussion title.  Join the group on Wednesday, September 21st at noon to discuss this amazing work of historical fiction by author Chris Bohjalian.  

Contact the library at 603-342-3086 or wmcclibrary@ccsnh.edu for more information, to participate, or to pick up a copy of the book.  

Summer & Fall programs

Communities are complex combinations of truth and rumor; do you really know your north country neighbors?  Berlin, Gorham, and Randolph Public Libraries with White Mountains Community College Fortier Library are partnering to bring our surrounding communities together this summer and fall through books and events.  Please join us for the second Great North Woods Libraries Community Read!  

The past few years have been a wild ride for us all and this is a great time to escape—to the past.  Your local libraries have planned a variety of programs related to the themes of the mysterious and eerie sides of life in and around our communities, such as Margo Burns presenting "Capital Crime of Witchcraft" in person in Randolph on Wednesday, September 14 at 6:00 and on October 26th at 6pm, “Ghost Stories from the Mount Washington Valley”  Zoom with Marianne O’Connor, author of Haunted Hikes of New Hampshire.   Other programs include exploring cemeteries and magic!  Contact your local library for more information about these events--some will be weather dependent.  Covid-19 and other safety protocols will be followed during all in person gatherings.

The highlight of the 2022 community read is a book of historical fiction that will keep you on the edge of your seat.  Set in 17th century Massachusetts, Hour of the Witch is a New York Times best seller.  Read it on your own or read and discuss with a group.  On October 5th, at 6pm, all are welcome to join a free Zoom event with the man who wrote this spine-chilling novel.  Chris Bohjalian is an award-winning author of 24 books, including the Emmy-nominated TV series adaptation of The Flight Attendant, and three book-to-film adaptations, and his newest novel, New York Times best seller, The Lioness.  Contact individual libraries for discussion group times and locations.  Borrow books at your local library while supplies last!  

To attend Zoom events, preregister at wmcc.edu/library-events/ Participants must have an email address and have access to a computer or phone with video and/or microphone capability.

All events are free and open to the public.  Space and supplies are limited; preference will be given to GNW library members.  To register for these programs, or if you have questions, contact one of the Great North Woods Libraries who are partnering in this series:  Berlin Public Library 603-752-5210, Gorham Public Library 603-466-2525, Randolph Public Library 603-466-5408, WMCC Fortier Library 603-342-3087.

Viva la France!

July is French American Heritage Month! The Fortier Library has a large collection of books in the French language, as well as many books in English about French heritage, food and customs.

Check out our catalog of books to learn more: https://ccsnh.tlcdelivers.com:8480/list/static/1068374776/rss