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Book Club- Sonia Sanchez

MacDowell Medalist 2022

2022-06-20 18:00:00 2022-06-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Book Club- Sonia Sanchez Read the Collected Poems of Sonia Sanchez and attend the discussion to have a chance to virtually meet and greet with the author. Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom

Monday, June 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-06-20 18:00:00 2022-06-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Book Club- Sonia Sanchez Read the Collected Poems of Sonia Sanchez and attend the discussion to have a chance to virtually meet and greet with the author. Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom

Peterborough Town Library

Eben Jones Classroom

Read the Collected Poems of Sonia Sanchez and attend the discussion to have a chance to virtually meet and greet with the author.

The Peterborough Town Library is excited to partner with MacDowell to offer a special book club opportunity. Copies of Collected Poems by Sonia Sanchez, provided courtesy of MacDowell, will be available at the help desk. 


Please register through the green registration button if you plan to attend in-person.


To attend by ZOOM, please register here to receive the link.


Poet Sonia Sanchez, the author of more than 17 internationally renowned volumes of verse, will receive the Edward MacDowell Medal at a ceremony on the MacDowell grounds on Sunday, July 10, 2022. The return of the outdoor public celebration, including introductory remarks by novelist and MacDowell Fellow Walter Mosley and picnicking on the grounds, will be the first since August of 2019. To find out more about Medal Day, visit their website here.


To reserve a book, place a copy on hold by signing into the library catalog OR call the library to reserve a copy at 603.924.8040. You may also email Library @ peterboroughNH.gov. 

We will contact you when the books arrive.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club |

TAGS: | Writers |

Peterborough Town Library

Phone: 603-924-8040

Hours
Mon, Aug 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 Closed

About the branch

Peterborough Town Library, located downtown at the corner of Main and Concord/Rt 202, has a large meeting room, study rooms, classroom, and a board room available to the public.

Upcoming events

Fri, Aug 08, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Outside Library Terrace
We're going Clubbing in Peterborough! Night Market's 6th iteration, created by MAXT Makerspace, is all about building community!

Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Holistic Health Coach Candy Foster shares her journey to healing in this Peterborough Presents program!

Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Read with a rabbit on the Library Terrace!

Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Free meditation class, now meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday. Each session offers a peaceful space to rest, relax, focus, and practice mindfulness.

Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Aug 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
CALLING ALL WRITERS (and curious readers/listeners)!! The Peterborough Town Library and Monadnock Underground are hosting a free form OPEN MIC for writers of all genres and levels of experience!

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Join us for a cookbook club-meets-potluck at Peterborough Town Library!

Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Free gentle morning yoga class. Made possible by The River Center.

Tue, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
This month we will be reading, "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Shelley.

Wed, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Read with a rabbit on the Library Terrace!

Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Abbot Board Room
The Board of Library Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 5:30pm unless otherwise posted. Meetings are open to the public.

Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
A monthly offering of free yoga at PTL. All levels welcome.

Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Free meditation class, now meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday. Each session offers a peaceful space to rest, relax, focus, and practice mindfulness.

Wed, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Fri, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
This month we will be reading, "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry" by Rachel Joyce.

Wed, Sep 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Fri, Sep 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
by Marty Kelley

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Are you beginning to explore homecare options for yourself or a loved one? Come away with practical tips and peace of mind as you prepare for the next chapter with confidence.

Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Free meditation class, meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday. Each session offers a peaceful space to rest, relax, focus, and practice mindfulness.

Wed, Sep 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
CALLING ALL WRITERS (and curious readers/listeners)!! The Peterborough Town Library and Monadnock Underground are hosting a free form OPEN MIC for writers of all genres and levels of experience!

Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Join us for a cookbook club-meets-potluck at Peterborough Town Library!

Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Join us for a presentation from artist Marty Kelley.

Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
This month we will be reading, "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir.

Wed, Sep 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Abbot Board Room
The Board of Library Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 5:30pm unless otherwise posted. Meetings are open to the public.

Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
A monthly offering of free yoga at PTL. All levels welcome.

Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Calling all plant lovers! Join us for a community potted plant swap— a fun and friendly way to share your love of greenery.

Sat, Sep 20, 9:00am - 2:30pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Calling all plant lovers! Join us for a community potted plant swap— a fun and friendly way to share your love of greenery.

Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Free meditation class, meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday. Each session offers a peaceful space to rest, relax, focus, and practice mindfulness.

Wed, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Wed, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
CALLING ALL WRITERS (and curious readers/listeners)!! The Peterborough Town Library and Monadnock Underground are hosting a free form OPEN MIC for writers of all genres and levels of experience!

Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Oct 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Abbot Board Room
The Board of Library Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 5:30pm unless otherwise posted. Meetings are open to the public.

Wed, Oct 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
A monthly offering of free yoga at PTL. All levels welcome.

Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Oct 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Wed, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!