Adult Programing
Yoga with Shawna
Thursday, April, 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th, 6:00pm - 7:00pm. By popular demand, the GYRLA is very excited to announce that evening yoga classes will now be offered at the library! Presented by Shawna Thompson from Yoga with Shawna. Yoga relieves stress by promoting relaxation, calmness, and clarity. Yoga mats are optional, so please feel free to bring your own mat, and dress in comfortable attire. New to yoga, or an expert, we hope to see you there! No Sign-Up Required. |
Guided Breathing and Meditation
Wednesday, April 10th & 24th, 1:30pm - 2:oopm. Join us to find your peace. Each uplifting class is fully guided, so no experience necessary and everyone is welcome. The class will have a positive theme, focusing on breathing, then moving into guided meditation, to leave you calm and peaceful. Presented by Blissful Journey Wellness. No Sign-up required. |
Fiber Arts Club
Tuesday, April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Calling all yarn crafters! Whether you crochet or knit, come work on your projects with others in a comfortable place. Some supplies like yarn and knitting needles of various sizes are available at the library. Are you interested in learning how to knit but not sure where to start? An introduction to knitting projects will be offered by June Garen, with different beginner level projects. Sign-Up required if you are interested in June Garen beginner Projects. |
Your Edge Yoga
Friday, May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st, 10:30am - 11:30am. The GYRL is very excited to announce that yoga will now be offered at the library! Presented by Sue Cronin from Your Edge Yoga. Yoga relieves stress by promoting relaxation, calmness, and clarity. Yoga mats are optional, so please feel free to bring your own mat, and dress in comfortable attire. Doing yoga while sitting on a chair is also an option for anyone who may find it more comfortable doing it that way. These will be beginner to intermediate level classes. New to yoga, or an expert, we hope to see you there! No Sign-Up Required |
UNH Speaking for Wildlife : A Garden for Wildlife
Thursday, May 23rd, 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Ever wondered why some people have lots of birds in their backyard, and others don’t? What are wildlife looking for when they are feeding or looking for a home? A volunteer from the Speaking for Wildlife Program will present “A Garden for Wildlife: Natural landscaping for a better backyard" at the Gilmanton Year-Round Library. The presentation, part of the Speaking for Wildlife Project, will highlight ways that anyone can improve their landscaping and gardening practices to provide habitat for different kinds of wildlife. You’ll learn techniques to attract songbirds, mammals, hawks and owls, and even mysterious amphibians such as red-backed salamanders to your backyard. No Sign-Up Required. |
Gilmanton Year-Round Book Chat
Thursday, May 16th, 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Join us for our Gilmanton Year-Round Book Chat, a book group that meets monthly to discuss the selected book of the month. Every month each member will take turns selecting the book for the book chat. The Gilmanton Year-Round Book Chat is a friendly, cozy, and open-minded group. For May we will be reading and discussing "Mad Honey" by Jodi Picoult. No Sign-up required - Stop by the GYRL to pick up a copy. "Single mom and domestic abuse survivor Olivia has escaped her past and built a new life for herself and her son, Asher, in a small town. When Asher is arrested for the murder of his girlfriend, Lily, she risks everything to defend him – even as it turns her life upside down." |
Community Book Club
Gilmanton Gathers Book Group
Tuesday, May 7th, Starting 6:30pm. Please join the “Gilmanton Gathers” for an in-person Book Club discussion. The Gilmanton Gathers Book Discussion is a group that meets monthly. For May, they will discuss "The Widower's Tale" by Julia Glass. Pick up your copy at the front desk. No Sign-up required, call or text Laura at 603-493-6067 for more information. "As Percy sees his rural refuge overrun by children, parents, and teachers, he must reexamine the solitary life he has made in the three decades since the sudden death of his wife. With equal parts affection and humor, Julia Glass spins a captivating tale about a man who can no longer remain aloof from his community, his two grown daughters, or—to his great shock—the precarious joy of falling in love." |