All About Brewing

Come learn about the process of brewing beer with a local brewer! The talk will cover equipment, styles of beer, and a brief history of beer and its origin cultures. The tastings will cover a few distinct styles that can branch off to many other varieties. Signups are r......More

Come learn about the process of brewing beer with a local brewer! The talk will cover equipment, styles of beer, and a brief history of beer and its origin cultures. The tastings will cover a few distinct styles that can branch off to many other varieties. Signups are required to participate in the tasting. To sign up, call the library at (603) 763-5803. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Newbury Library.

Newbury Library, 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States

Poets Ponder the Declaration of Independence

The Inkwell Writer’s Alliance, Center Meeting House and the Newbury Library have invited The John Hay Poetry Society to kick off America’s 250th Birthday Celebration on Sunday, June 14th, Flag Day, at 4:00 in  the Center Meeting House. The theme for the poems will be, “......More

The Inkwell Writer’s Alliance, Center Meeting House and the Newbury Library have invited The John Hay Poetry Society to kick off America’s 250th Birthday Celebration on Sunday, June 14th, Flag Day, at 4:00 in  the Center Meeting House. The theme for the poems will be, “Poets Ponder the Declaration of Independence.”  

Tai Ji Quan for Balance

A class series of mindful movement introducing the foundations of Tai Chi along with balance exercises. Led by a Physical Therapist trained in “Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance”, this class will include slow-flowing, intentional movements that focus on posture, we......More

A class series of mindful movement introducing the foundations of Tai Chi along with balance exercises. Led by a Physical Therapist trained in “Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance”, this class will include slow-flowing, intentional movements that focus on posture, weight-shifting, coordination, body awareness, and connection to breathing. Chairs will be provided and utilized for a seated option and use as standing support. 5 Tai Ji Quan forms will be taught, one each week, therefore the class is progressive and it is recommended to attend all sessions if able. Made possible by the Friends of Newbury Public Library. Call to sign-up at (603) 763-5803. Free. open to all!

Wind, Fire and the Untouched Forest of the Sunapee Ridge: the Effects of the 1938 Hurricane and a Massive 1947 Forest Fire

John Magee presents: Wind, Fire and the Untouched Forest of the Sunapee Ridge: the Effects of the 1938 Hurricane and a Massive 1947 Forest Fire “Prior to 1938, the untouched, old growth forests of the Sunapee Ridge thrived, too far from even portable sawmills, and far t......More

John Magee presents: Wind, Fire and the Untouched Forest of the Sunapee Ridge: the Effects of the 1938 Hurricane and a Massive 1947 Forest Fire “Prior to 1938, the untouched, old growth forests of the Sunapee Ridge thrived, too far from even portable sawmills, and far too steep and rocky to make any harvesting even close to profitable. So, they were left alone. The Hurricane of 1938 knocked down much, but not all, of the magnificent old growth forests there, and most of the damage was on the east side of the ridge the forests on the west side were mostly just fine. A massive forest fire in 1947, fueled by so much downed wood, started on the east side of the ridge, moved over the top and down parts of the west side, and burned literally every tree in many areas. To document where the hurricane and fire damage occurred, and importantly, where it did not, I used aerial imagery from 1943, 1953 and later, two years of field data of tree species, sizes andcrown and canopy damage, photographs from various years and interviews with a man who fought the fire at the age of 17. From this information, I was able to piece together the effects on forests from these two major events – and document the existing old growth forests still intact and thriving.”John is the latest in a historic line of explorers that has added his unique perspective to the understanding and importance of Mount Sunapee’s forests. The first attempts to documentSunapee’s old forests began in 1915 with the publication of the Manual of Mount Sunapee. Maps drawn by Philip Ayers one of the architects of the White Mountain National Forest werean indispensable resource in the later rediscovery of Mount Sunapee’s Old Growth forests by Chris Kane in 1997.

Rediscovering Newbury’s Own Copy of the US Constitution with Tracy Messer

The Newbury Historical Society, in collaboration with the Newbury Public Library, presents a talk on the finding of Newbury’s 1787 copy of the US Constitution.

Newbury Library, 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States

Sunday Book Discussion

Join us for Sunday book discussion. Copies are available at the library. All are welcome to join!

Newbury Library, 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States

Tai Ji Quan for Balance

A class series of mindful movement introducing the foundations of Tai Chi along with balance exercises. Led by a Physical Therapist trained in “Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance”, this class will include slow-flowing, intentional movements that focus on posture, we......More

A class series of mindful movement introducing the foundations of Tai Chi along with balance exercises. Led by a Physical Therapist trained in “Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance”, this class will include slow-flowing, intentional movements that focus on posture, weight-shifting, coordination, body awareness, and connection to breathing. Chairs will be provided and utilized for a seated option and use as standing support. 5 Tai Ji Quan forms will be taught, one each week, therefore the class is progressive and it is recommended to attend all sessions if able. Made possible by the Friends of Newbury Public Library. Call to sign-up at (603) 763-5803. Free. open to all!

Newbury Library, 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States

Crime Scene Book Discussion: Orphan X

Crime Scene book discussion meets Monday June 22nd to discuss Orphan X! Pick up a copy at the library and join in the discussion.

Newbury Library, 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States

Abigail Adams – Liberty & Legacy

At Center Meeting House- part of the Center Meeting House/Newbury Library joint Speaker Series. Blending live performance, immersive multimedia, and original music and visual design, Liberty and Legacy reintroduces Abigail Adams not simply as a founder’s wife, but as a ......More

At Center Meeting House- part of the Center Meeting House/Newbury Library joint Speaker Series. Blending live performance, immersive multimedia, and original music and visual design, Liberty and Legacy reintroduces Abigail Adams not simply as a founder’s wife, but as a fearless political thinker, advocate for women’s rights, and moral compass during the American Revolution and the birth of a nation. The new production expands upon earlier interpretations with richer visuals and a more dynamic theatrical experience. Through Adams’ own letters and writings—paired with contemporary staging and technology—the show invites audiences to experience her enduring relevance in conversations about liberty, equality, leadership, and civic responsibility. Presented by Sheryl Faye.

Newbury Center Meeting House

Tai Ji Quan for Balance

A class series of mindful movement introducing the foundations of Tai Chi along with balance exercises. Led by a Physical Therapist trained in “Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance”, this class will include slow-flowing, intentional movements that focus on posture, we......More

A class series of mindful movement introducing the foundations of Tai Chi along with balance exercises. Led by a Physical Therapist trained in “Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance”, this class will include slow-flowing, intentional movements that focus on posture, weight-shifting, coordination, body awareness, and connection to breathing. Chairs will be provided and utilized for a seated option and use as standing support. 5 Tai Ji Quan forms will be taught, one each week, therefore the class is progressive and it is recommended to attend all sessions if able. Made possible by the Friends of Newbury Public Library. Call to sign-up at (603) 763-5803. Free. open to all!