The Moultonborough Public Library will host The First Amendment, a presentation led by constitutional scholar Meg Mott, on September 16 at 6 pm.The program examines the vital balance between protecting freedom of speech and responding to speech that threatens the social fabric. Meg Mott will explore the constitutional arguments surrounding hate speech codes, including the…
Exploring the Roots of Democracy In our modern political world, democracy is often the one thing everyone can agree on. It is usually treated as an obvious good, and we tend to assume that only dictators would ever question its value. However, as we celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, it is a perfect time to…
Author Duncan Watson will talk about waste management and recycling at the Moultonborough Library on April 7, 6 pm. He will be joined during the Q&A portion of the talk by Moultonborough’s award-winning transfer station supervisor, Ken Filpula. Duncan Watson is the author of Everyone’s Trash and a 33-year veteran of Keene, NH’s solid waste…
As we gear up for the #250America celebrations, the library is thrilled to host two captivating historical lectures this March. Join us as we dive into the untold stories of the birth of our nation, from the Granite State’s boldest soldiers to the brilliant Massachusetts woman who helped draft the blueprint for American liberty. Redcoats…
Ever wonder if your attic is hiding a treasure—or just more clutter? The Moultonborough Public Library will welcome nationally-recognized antiques and collectibles expert, Mike Ivankovich, for two informative – and free! – Zoom webinars, on January 14 and 21, at 12 pm. Ivankovich, who has more than 40 years in the antiques and collectibles business,…
On November 4, 6 pm, naturalist and birder Steve Hale will present “Winter Backyard Birds,” a fun, interactive presentation that will focus on bird identification tips so that participants can confidently spot and name the various species they observe right outside their windows this winter. Steve holds university degrees in marine biology, evolutionary biology, and…
We were fortunate enough to have the Meredith Village Savings Bank come to the library on September 11 and talk to us about protecting ourselves against bank fraud. They covered the most common types of scams, and gave us some practical strategies for protecting ourselves, including my favorite, if you only bank online, go meet…
Thursday, October 30 6:00—7:00 PM Scammers steal billions of dollars from unsuspecting consumers every year. The impact on victims and their families can be financially and emotionally devastating, especially for older Americans. This event, hosted by the AARP NH Speakers Bureau will help you to protect yourself and your loved ones. We’ll explore:• Fraud Trends…