Movie "He Named Me Malala", Wed. 1/6 & Thurs. 1/7

He Named Me Malala
Rated PG-13 (1 hr., 28 mins.)
Wednesday, January 6 @ 1 pm AND
Thursday, January 7 @ 5:30 pm

This inspiring documentary tells the story of teenager Malala Yousafzai, who survived a Taliban attack in Pakistan to emerge as a global voice for the education rights of children.

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

New Year's Eve Eve Kids' Dance Party! Wed. 12/30 @ 11 am

Put on your dancing shoes and come to the library on Wednesday, 12/30, at 11 am for a morning dance party and year-end celebration. We will do the Cha Cha Slide, freeze dance, have a limbo contest and boogie down!

There will be a count down to noon in honor of 2016!  Snacks will be served. No signups necessary.

Movie: "Love & Mercy", Wed. Dec. 30 (2 shows)

Potluck Movie Night (formerly Ladies’ Night Out)
Love & Mercy
Rated PG-13 (2 hours)
Wednesday, December 30 @ 1 pm  AND
Wednesday, December 30 @ 5:30 pm
All are invited to bring potluck snacks to share with others, the library will provide popcorn and water.

Starring Paul Dano, John Cusack and Elizabeth Banks

In the late 1960s, the Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson stops touring, produces “Pet Sounds” and begins to lose his grip on reality. By the 1980s, Wilson, under the sway of a controlling therapist, finds a savior in Melinda Ledbetter.

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

Early Release Double Feature: "Minions" and "Elf", Wed. 12/23

Wednesday, December 23 is an early release day for SAU90! Join us for a Double Feature Movie in the afternoon.

1:30 pm: Minions (Rated PG)
Evolving from single-celled yellow organisms at the dawn of time, Minions live to serve, but find themselves working for a continual series of unsuccessful masters, from T. Rex to Napoleon. Without a master to grovel for, the Minions fall into a deep depression. But one minion, Kevin, has a plan; accompanied by his pals Stuart and Bob, Kevin sets forth to find a new evil boss for his brethren to follow. Their search leads them to Scarlet Overkill, the world's first-ever super-villainess.

3 pm(ish): Elf (Rated PG)
This hilarious Christmas film tells the tale of a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts on Christmas Eve and is transported back to the North Pole and raised as an elf. Years later Buddy learns he is not really an elf and goes on a journey to New York City to find his true identity.

Admission is FREE. Popcorn and water are provided courtesy of the Friends of the Lane Memorial Library. Feel free to bring a pillow and blanket for the kids to stretch out on the floor.

Little Kids' Movie: "Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas", Friday, 12/18 @ 10 am

Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas
Friday, December 18 @ 10 am
Rated TV-G

An elf leaves the North Pole to find his dad, who is on the naughty list. (Based on the hit movie and Broadway musical.)

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.

Movie: "Joyeux Noel", Wed. & Thurs. 12/16-17

Joyeux Noel
Rated PG-13 (1 hr., 54 mins.)
Wednesday, December 16 @ 1 pm AND
Thursday, December 17 @ 5:30 pm

Starring Diane Kruger

In 1914, World War I, the bloodiest war ever at that time in human history, was well under way. However on Christmas Eve, numerous sections of the Western Front called an informal, and unauthorized, truce where the various front-line soldiers of the conflict peacefully met each other in No Man's Land to share a precious pause in the carnage with a fleeting brotherhood. This film dramatizes one such section as the French, Scottish and German sides partake in the unique event, even though they are aware that their superiors will not tolerate its occurrence.

*Both showings of this film will be shown dubbed in English*

POLAR EXPRESS THANK YOUs

Heartfelt THANK YOUs to all who made this year's Polar Express such a success!

We so appreciate that narrator Joanne Mulready and "Santa" came and delighted 

our youngsters once again. You made the evening magical =)

Special kudos to Girl Scout Cadet Troop members Katie, Saylor, Eva, Kristina, Anna, and Kelsey and supervising mom Jo-Ann for greeting folks, punching tickets, writing wish lists, and helping everything run smoothly.  Your energy and good cheer made a real difference!

Friends president extraordinaire Wendi Lewis graciously assisted throughout the evening wherever needed. Thank you for all you do, Miss Wendi!

Many, many thanks to everyone who brought goodies, beverages, and party supplies. We are very grateful for your generosity!

I would like to add my personal thanks to the wonderful Children's Room Team of Wendy Rega, Liz Premo, Kathy Faulkingham, and Chris Singleton, who brought such talent, creativity, and hard work to this special event--and always.

Happiest of holidays to all our patrons!

Kids' Movie: "Shaun the Sheep", Friday, 12/11

Shaun the Sheep
Friday, December 11 @ 3:15 pm
Rated PG

When Shaun decides to take the day off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for. A mix up with the Farmer, a caravan, and a very steep hill lead them all to the Big City and it's up to Shaun and the flock to return everyone safely to the green grass of home.

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

Gift Wrapping Fundraiser

Lane Memorial Library will be hosting its second gift wrapping fundraiser. Winnacunnet Interact students and HAJH teens will wrap your gifts for a small donation to help the Friends of the Library & End 68 Hours of Hunger. Enjoy hot cocoa and treats while you wait! It's a great deal for a great cause! Wrapping available Dec 14-16 downstairs in the Library.

Classic Christmas Movie "Bachelor Mother", Wed. 12/9

Classic Christmas Movie
Bachelor Mother
Not Rated (1 hr., 37 mins.)
Wednesday, December 9 @ 1 pm

Starring Ginger Rogers and David Niven

Unemployed Polly Parrish (Ginger Rogers) impulsively picks up a baby left at orphanage doors at Christmas. Everyone assumes the foundling is hers, including Polly's playboy ex-boss (David Niven), who offers her a job if she'll live up to her maternal duties. A paycheck would be handy, so Polly complies. Then the boss's tycoon dad (Charles Coburn) assumes the infant is his secret grandson...and things really spin out of control. Buoyed by Rogers' irresistibly endearing performance, Bachelor Mother is one of those rarities, a brilliantly cast comedy where everything - plot, pacing and dialogue (thanks to Garson Kanin's savvy direction and Norman Krasna's witty script) - is exactly, hilariously right.

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