Classic Movie "Stage Door", Wed., Nov. 4

Classic Movie
Stage Door
Not Rated (1 hr., 31 mins.)
Wednesday, November 4 @ 1 pm

Starring Katharine Hepburn, Ginger Rogers and Adolphe Menjou

A boardinghouse for female theater actresses gets a new arrival in the form of Terry Randall, an upper-class woman pursuing her dreams against her wealthy father's wishes. At first, her status makes her unpopular with the other boarders, particularly her roommate, Jean. As Terry becomes better acquainted with the other girls and their shared ambitions, rivalry -- both professional and romantic -- explodes among them.

Admission is FREE. Popcorn and water are provided courtesy of the Friends of the Lane Memorial Library.

Little Kids' Halloween Movie: "Mickey's Monster Musical", Fri. 10/30

Friday, October 30
10:00 am
Not Rated (1 hour)

Put on your favorite Halloween costume and get set for a spooktacular full-length adventure! Visit the creaky castle of kindly "Count Mickula" and help your Clubhouse pals solve a puzzling riddle: Who, or what, is making a curious clanging, banging noise? With the right Monster Mouseketools and help from YOU, this mystery will soon be history! Then, enjoy two more exciting episodes as you search for pirate treasure with Captain Mickey and don your dungarees for delightful fun down on the farm. Packed with singing, dancing, laughter and surprises, MICKEY'S MONSTER MUSICAL is a high-spirited treat that can't be beat!

These movies and shows are specifically for our preschool set (younger brothers/sisters are welcome). The shows typically run about 1 hour and we provide snacks and comfortable seats for everyone. The kids are welcome to bring blankets/pillows, etc. so they can stretch out on the floor and make themselves comfortable.

Potluck Movie: "Pitch Perfect 2", Wed. 10/28 (2 shows)

Potluck Movie Night (formerly Ladies’ Night Out)
Pitch Perfect 2
Rated PG-13 (1 hr., 54 mins.)
Wednesday, October 28 @ 1 pm AND
Wednesday, October 28 @ 5:30 pm

Starring Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson

After a humiliating command performance at Lincoln Center, the Barden Bellas enter an international competition that no American group has ever won in order to regain their status and right to perform.

All are invited to bring potluck snacks to share with others, the library will provide popcorn and water.

Movie "Spy", Wednesday, October 21 (2 shows)

Spy
Rated R (2 hrs.)
Wednesday, October 21 @ 1 pm
Wednesday, October 21 @ 5:30 pm

Starring Melissa McCarthy, Jude Law and Jason Stratham

Susan Cooper (Melissa McCarthy) is an unassuming, deskbound CIA analyst, and the unsung hero behind the Agency's most dangerous missions. But when her partner (Jude Law) falls off the grid and another top agent (Jason Statham) is compromised, she volunteers to go deep
undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent a global disaster.

Admission is FREE. Popcorn and water are provided courtesy of the Friends of the Lane Memorial Library.

Little Kids' Movie: "Dear Sofia: A Royal Collection", Friday, 10/16

Friday, October 16
10 am
Not Rated (1 hour)

Join Sofia on a daring adventure with Mulan in the Kingdom of Wei Ling, soar through the skies with Jasmine on a magic carpet ride, and learn important lessons about friendship and life's true gifts from Belle and Tiana. Packed with endless fun, enchanting music and heart -- plus two more magical episodes -- DEAR SOFIA...A ROYAL COLLECTION is a not-to-be-missed celebration of the princess power in YOU!

These movies and shows are specifically for our preschool set (younger brothers/sisters are welcome). The shows typically run about 1 hour and we provide snacks and comfortable seats for everyone. The kids are welcome to bring blankets/pillows, etc. so they can stretch out on the floor and make themselves comfortable.

Classic Film: "The Harvey Girls", Wed. 10/14

The Harvey Girls
Not Rated (1 hr., 41 mins.)
Wednesday, October 14 @ 1 pm

Starring Judy Garland, Ray Bolger and Angela Lansbury

Musical western about a mail order bride who ditches her bashful suitor and joins a group of women intent on opening a remote whistle stop restaurant.

Admission is FREE. Popcorn and water are provided courtesy of the Friends of the Lane Memorial Library.

Fall Story Times

Fall Story Times are here! The Children's Room offers a variety of ages/days of the week so that everyone can enjoy a Story Time. Pick the day/time that works best for you and your child and drop in! This session runs from Monday, September 14 through Thursday, October 29.

• Baby Lapsit with Miss Kathy (Ages 0 - 15 months) This is a drop-in story time for infants/toddlers and their caregivers that will last approximately 15-20 minutes.  It will include action rhymes and stories, tickles and songs and bounces! Mondays at 11 am in the Children's Room.
• Wiggles and Giggles with Miss Wendy (Ages 15 months - 3 years) Includes stories, songs, activities, bubbles and dancing. A snack is included (peanut-free). If your child has a gluten or egg allergy please feel free to bring your own snack. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am (runs approximately 20 minutes) in the Children's Room.
• Bookworms with Miss Paulina (age 3-4 years) Includes stories, songs, activities, bubbles and dancing. Wednesdays at 10:30 am (runs approximately 25 minutes) in the Children's Room.
• Reading Roundup with Miss Paulina (age 4-5 years) Includes stories, songs, activities, bubbles and dancing. Thursdays at 10 am (runs approximately 25-30 minutes) in the Children's Room.

Columbus Day Puppet Show with Carol and Crew!

Puppet Show with Carol and Crew

Monday, October 12 @ 10 am

Join us in the Lane Room for fun with our friend, Miss Carol (from the Hampton Falls Free Library) and her Crew of zany puppets! Children of all ages are welcome.

Movie "My Old Lady", Wed. Oct. 7

My Old Lady
Rated PG-13 (1 hr., 48 mins.)
Wednesday, October 7 @ 1 pm
Wednesday, October 7 @ 5:30 pm

Starring Maggie Smith, Kevin Kline and Kristin Scott Thomas

Academy Award winners Kevin Kline and Maggie Smith and Academy Award nominee Kristin Scott Thomas star in this witty and heartfelt drama about surprising inheritances and unexpected connections. When Mathias Gold (Kline) arrives at the sumptuous Parisian apartment he inherited from his father, he's surprised that the property comes with two stubborn live-in
tenants who are not required to leave according to an ancient French real estate law. Unable to sell the place, Mathias moves in with the feisty Englishwoman, Mathilde (Maggie Smith), and her daughter, Chloé (Kristin Scott Thomas). But as Mathias and Chloé draw increasingly closer, Mathilde unveils a complex labyrinth of secrets that unites the trio in unexpected ways.

Admission is FREE. Popcorn and water are provided courtesy of the Friends of the Lane Memorial Library.

Columbus Day soup contest entry form deadline is October 7th

Make your best soup using 2 "New World" ingredients for our 4th Annual Soup of the Americas contest!  Pick up and fill out an entry form at the Main Desk (or click here) and bring it back to us by Wednesday, October 7th for a chance to help feed our library community and compete for prizes on Columbus Day, October 12th at 12 PM. More information is available on our website.