Dover library marks Pride Month with presentation – Foster’s Daily Democrat
Fifty-one years ago on June 28, police raided a gay club called the Stonewall Inn in New York leading to six days of protests and demonstrations. The Stonewall Riots and the fight for equality among the LGBTQ+ community is why the month of June is LGBTQ+ Pride month. This month we invite you to learn more about the LGBTQ+ community in a special virtual presentation with PFLAG-NH’s president Erica Allen. PFLAG was founded in 1973 and is the nation’s largest family and ally organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, their parents and families, and allies. They currently have over 400 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters across America. To find out more about this program, read on.
I Choose Life: A Trans Woman’s Journey (Virtual): Monday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month with guest speaker Erica Allen, president of PFLAG New Hampshire. Allen’s presentation will focus on her experience transitioning as well as providing education on key terms and resources for those in the LGBTQ+ community or supporting a loved one. Registration is required to receive a link to the program. To sign up, visit the library’s events page.
What is Citizen Science? (Virtual): Wednesday, June 9 at 4 p.m.
Find out how you and your family can become scientists in your own neighborhood! Citizen science happens when members of the public contribute to scientific research. You and your family can make a difference is scientific discovery, all while learning and having fun. With enthusiasm and encouragement, Malin Clyde will talk about how citizen science works, how anyone can participate, and how you can make a difference. The library will also introduce its new Citizen Science Kits for borrowing. Registration is required to receive a link to the program. To sign up, visit the library’s events page.
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults (In-Person): Tuesday, June 8 at 6 p.m.
Ages 18-plus can drop in and play Dungeons and Dragons every Tuesday night in the library’s Lecture Hall. Social distancing guidelines will be observed. You do not need to have attended previous sessions to enjoy the game. No experience or materials are required and all skill levels are welcome.
Matter of Fact: Nonfiction Book Group (In-Person & Virtual): Wednesday, June 9 at 10 a.m.
Calling all history buffs and lifelong learners. Join our book group dedicated to non-fiction. The group will meet the second Wednesday of every month. This month’s book is Factfulness by Ola Rosling and Anna Rosling Ronnland. If you wish to attend virtually, contact Aidan at a.soniabolduc@dover.nh.gov.
World Knit in Public Day (In-Person): Saturday, June 12 at 9:30 a.m.
Knitters and crocheters are welcome to join us on the Library’s front lawn with their projects for an in-person crafting circle in honor of World Wide Knit in Public Day. Please bring your own chair or blanket to sit on. All levels are welcome. Rain location: Lecture Hall.
Adult Grab & Go Craft Kit (Take Home)
All the supplies needed to make a fleece cat toy are included in the kit. This craft is very easy to make and your cat will be happy with a cute new toy. Pick up your kit at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. One per person, please.
Teen Advisory Board (In-Person): Wednesday, June 9 at 6 p.m.
TAB will be meet the second Wednesday of each month. If you know a 7th to 12th grader who is interested in helping to shape teen programing at the library – then encourage them to join! We’d love to see and hear their ideas! For questions about TAB, email Emily at e.fortin@dover.nh.gov.
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens (Virtual): Monday, June 7 at 6 p.m. or Sunday, June 13 at 2 p.m.
Join one of our Dungeons and Dragons groups for teens! Group B meets every other Monday night at 6 p.m. In this group, players will have to brave the elements and face the dangerous polar monsters of Icewind Dale to protect what few settlements cling to the ice. Group A meets every other Sunday at 2 p.m. and will face the final dungeon of the Tomb of Annihilation. No experience or materials are required. All skill levels are welcome. You do not need to have attended previous sessions to enjoy your first game. Registration is required to receive a link to the virtual session.
Dover Public Library hours are Monday to Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Masks are strongly encouraged inside the building and items should only be returned in the book drops. Curbside pickup is available. For more information or to sign up for a program, visit library.dover.nh.gov or call 603-516-6050.