Library Connection [01/24/2006]

The chain that sets you free

Are you frustrated by complicated knitting or crocheting patterns? Would you like to crochet but dont have the time to learn on your own? The Conway Public Library has a workshop coming up that will help you make anything from slippers to hats with one easy to learn crochet chain stitch. Kathy Lambert is the workshop host and this is a chain that will set you free from all those time-consuming, complicated patterns that may be holding you back.The program will take place on Monday evening, Jan. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Please bring your own crochet hook and yarn. The chain stitch is so easy even a child can do it and theyre invited, too. The workshop is absolutely free. If interest allows, there will be more workshops in February and March. You CAN do a needle craft. Kathy will guide you through creating hats, mittens, vests, sweaters, socks and slippers all with just this one simple stitch. Please sign up by calling the library at 447-5552. Wishes fulfilledThe entire staff at the Conway Library would like to extend a great big thank you to the angels who fulfilled all the wishes on our list. Everything we asked for was generously donated a color printer that really works (we got two!), a small electric typewriter, 20 mouse pads, and sturdy dollhouse furniture. It just goes to show, youll never know unless you ask. THANKS for your wonderful response!Follow the coffeeThe Morning Book Group will gather Monday, Jan. 23 at 10:15 a.m. The focus of discussion is Alexander Thoms gripping tale "Follow the River" about 23-year-old Mary Hughes capture by, life with, and eventual escape from the Shawnees in 1755 America. Just follow the aroma of fresh coffee, when you come in the library to join this lively group for some great conversation.Coming upMonday, Jan. 23, 10:15 a.m., Morning Book Group discusses "Follow the River," by Alexander Thom. All welcome for coffee and conversation. 3:30 p.m., Meeting of the Friends of the Conway Public Library. The public is welcome. 7 p.m., The Flavor of Franklin: Excerpts from Fart Proudly anecdotes and humor of this great American read by historian David Emerson in celebration of the anniversary of Franklins 300th Birthday. Refreshments served. All welcome.Tuesday, Jan. 24, 10:30 a.m., Winter Story Time for 2s Dream On.Wednesday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m., Story Time for Babies under 2.Thursday, Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m., Winter Story Time for 3 and 4s Dream On. 6:30 p.m., Discussion on parenting challenging/challenged children. All welcome.Library Hours: Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Phone 447-5552. Fax 447-6921. Visit our Web site at www.conway.lib.nh.us, or e-mail us at info@conway.lib.nh.us.