Bartlett Public Library offers holiday gift ideas

Looking for a unique gift for that history buff friend or family member this holiday season that is sure to be appreciated?The Bartlett Public Library is offering two books written by the late historian Aileen M. Carroll. Bartlett, New Hampshire: In the Valley of the Saco, (hardcover edition) and The Latchstring Was Always Out: A History of Lodging, Hospitality, and Tourism in Bartlett, New Hampshire, (paperback edition). Both books are being offered for the special price of $35. Check them out on Amazon.com and youll find that they are selling used editions for many times more.Also copies of the 1896 Historical Map of Bartlett, New Hampshire are available for just $10. Framed it would make an attractive addition to your home or office.The Bartlett Public Library also offers an ongoing used book sale. The books, hardcover and paperback, located in the library foyer offer a diverse selection of fiction and nonfiction works for readers of all ages and are priced to sell.Bartlett Public Library websiteThe Bartlett Public Library recently unveiled their web site. Information about the library and resources available may be found at: www.bartlettpubliclibrary.org.The Trustees extend their thanks to web master and designer Judith Ludgate.Hello and farewell!The Trustees of the Bartlett Public Library recently hired Beth Lincoln of Harts Location as the Assistant Librarian. Lincoln brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the position and we wish her an enthusiastic welcome aboard! Lincoln will be staffing the library on Saturdays and filling in occasionally for Head Librarian Jean Garland.Nancy Hayes of Kearsarge has served as Assistant Librarian since 2002 and it is with great regret and heartfelt thanks that the Library Trustees accepted her recent intent to retire. The library patrons and Trustees will miss her friendly smile, conscientiousness and dedication.Book DiscussionOn Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. the Humanities Council will finish upthe New Hampshire book series with the non-fiction work, Dawnland Encounters: Indians and Europeans in Northern New England, by Colin G. Calloway (editor) a collection of historical documents and accounts that explore the interaction between these diverse cultures in northern New England during the Colonial era. Stanley Howe of the Bethel Historical Society will facilitate this meeting, hosted by the Friends of the Bartlett Public Library. Copies of this book are available to be checked out at the library. This is open to the public and offered free of charge.New non-fiction book titlesAmong recent library acquisitions are the following topical non-fiction adult books, The War, An Intimate History 1941-1945, by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns. This book is the companion to the highly acclaimed documentary series currently airing on local PBS affiliates, The Diana Chronicles, by Tina Brown, former editor of The New Yorker magazine, is the best selling biography of the late Diana, Princess of Wales. Palestine Peace not Apartheid, by former President and 2002 recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize Jimmy Carter, The Age of Turbulence, by Alan Greenspan, former Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve and Blackwater, The Rise of the Worlds Most Powerful Mercenary Army, by investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill also make for compelling reading.Downloadable audio books coming soonHead Librarian Jean Garland is currently receiving training from the New Hampshire Downloadable Audio Books Consortium, a division of the New Hampshire State Library in Concord and is in the process of setting up and getting the system up and running. She is hoping to offer this service to library patrons starting in December.Come check out the offerings at the Bartlett Public Library where there is always something of relevance for all ages and interests.Library hours are: Monday and Wednesday, 2-8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, 2-5 p.m., and Saturday, 11 a.m.3 p.m.The Trustees of the Bartlett Public Library meet the first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 a.m. and the Friends of the Bartlett Public Library meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. All residents of the Town of Bartlett and those interested in the programs and mission of the Bartlett Public Library are encouraged to attend meetings and events and join the Friends.