Hand-Pressed
Glass Ornaments Available At
The Gilmanton Corner Public Library
To celebrate the Gilmanton Corner Library’s 100th anniversary, we
have available for sale New Hampshire hand-pressed glass ornaments
in shades of blue, green and amber. Each ornament has the design of
the historic library building and the date of 1912. We will be 100
years old in January, 2012. Also included with the hand-pressed
glass ornament is the history of the Library.
Chris Salmon, the craftsman of these ornaments, hand presses the
ornaments using recycled glass with centuries old techniques that
give each piece an odd character not found in machine work. These
ornaments will enhance your windows as the sun shines upon them
casting a sparkle in your room.
Stop by the library to purchase your ornaments for Christmas or
birthday gifts. The ornaments are especially thoughtful for those
who brought their children or grandchildren to the library as
youngsters.
The library is open Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 to 5:00 and
Saturday from 10:00 to noon. We are conveniently located at the
entrance to the Town Offices on Route 107.
A Gift Idea At Gilmanton Year-Round Library
Looking for that perfect gift for someone who has everything? The
Gilmanton Year-Round Library has an idea for you. For a gift of $25
the Librarian will select a book to add to the Library’s collection.
A bookplate will be placed inside the front cover with your name, or
the name of the person you designate.
The "Buy A Book" program is a great way to support the Library and
receive recognition for your support. The program supplements the
Library’s modest budget for books, DVDs and audio books, allowing
the Library staff to develop the collection to meet the interests of
its patrons.
For information, pick up a brochure at the Library, or contact the
Librarian at 364-2440 or by email at
[email protected].
Letter
Gilmanton Residents:
On 12/13/11, I had the opportunity to attend the Gilmanton School
District Board meeting wherein much discussion took place around the
Superintendent’s recent submission of proposed budget cuts.
During these discussions I recalled a recent article (Laconia Daily
Sun 12/02/11) reflecting the fact that the Gilford School District’s
proposed budget had been reduced by nearly $300,000 from last year.
However, what really got my attention was the reported fact that the
Gilford School Board "stepped up to the plate" and will receive no
stipends this budget year. I must add the Gilford Board of Selectmen
also voted to forgo its member stipends.
Gilmanton’s School District Board member’s salaries amount to
$6,025.00. How many new books could the Gilmanton School purchase
for that amount?
"Batter-Up"
Roger J. Ball
Gilmanton Iron Works
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