The Gafney Calendar

Stop in during the week to take part in weights and measures activities.

Join us for a day of self-expression and creativity! Stop by the library and make a Yoda craft and see if you can talk just like him!

Please join us, and her brother, Bob McCarthy, on Saturday, May 23rd, from 10:00-12:00pm, as we hold a reception for the late Maureen McCarthy, who passed away in the fall of 2024. 

The exhibit can be viewed during the library's open hours during the month of May. 

McCarthy was known for her watercolors and oil paintings, which were of local scenes, landmarks, barns, birds, and flowers. She especially enjoyed painting eye catching reminders of the New England seasons and views of Mount Washington, including the “Old Man on the Mountain,” and her best-known subject, the “loon.”

McCarthy was a lover of rural New Hampshire landscapes and wildlife. She delighted in capturing its natural beauty—from New Hampshire’s sweeping mountain ranges to the haunting call of the common loon, from the delicate, rarely seen lady’s slipper to the majestic, antlered moose.

McCarthy had been a long-time participant of the Library’s “Art at the Gafney,” summer art shows and had solo shows at the Gafney Library from 2014-2017. In 2005, she presented 250 signed and numbered giclee prints of a realistic watercolor view of the Gafney Library to the Library as a fundraiser. A percentage of those sales went to the Library. The first print in the series still hangs in the Gafney Library to this day.

Her kind and gentle manner is missed by all who knew her. She left a legacy of treasured art to be long remembered and admired.

Join us as we learn all about turtles and even make an

Origami turtle bookmark!

Can you make a paper airplane? Join us as we all make paper airplanes. We’ll try different styles and see which one can fly the farthest. 

Join us for movie night! We’ll be showing Breakfast at Tiffany's (Rated G).

Popcorn will be provided.  

Calling all teens—come celebrate World Otter Day at the library! These playful, curious creatures are full of personality, and we’re joining the fun with a creative twist. Stop by to try your hand at an origami otter craft and create your own adorable aquatic friend to take home.

It’s a laid-back, creative way to learn a little about otters and show your appreciation for wildlife—no swimming required! 

Join us as we learn about the basics of green burial, the types of green burial cemeteries (one of which is a natural burial cemetery), info about other body disposition methods such as conventional burial, cremation, human composting etc, and our efforts to start a natural burial cemetery on the Seacoast of New England.

Join us for creativity day! Come and join us, as we use our imagination and creativity to build something spectacular! 

Youth are invited to stop by and create their very own bicycle-themed craft while celebrating the joy of biking, adventure, and outdoor fun. Whether you love riding around the neighborhood or dream of big cycling adventures, this craft is sure to wheel in some fun!

New Hampshire often gets overlooked in the narrative of the American Revolution, overshadowed by its noisy neighbor to the south. Nowadays, few people know about Paul Revere’s first ride, which was to Portsmouth in December 1774 to warn the patriots that the British were coming to reinforce Fort William and Mary, five months before the Redcoats marched on Concord and Lexington. Nor do they know that two-thirds of the troops at the Battle of Bunker Hill were from New Hampshire. Most people are also unaware that New Hampshire’s Provincial Congress adopted the first state constitution in January 1776, making no mention of royal authority and essentially declaring independence from Great Britain six months before anyone else. And this is just the beginning of New Hampshire’s revolutionary story.

This program is made possible by a grant from New Hampshire Humanities.

Channel your inner mermaid or merman as we use seashells from the ocean’s bottom. Use your creativity to create a unique masterpiece!

 Young ocean explorers are invited to dive into an underwater adventure with a special ocean-themed I Spy challenge and a colorful jellyfish craft that’s sure to make waves! From curious sea creatures to deep blue discoveries, there’s plenty of fun waiting beneath the surface.

You're invited to join us as a New Hampshire Fish and Wildlife Steward shares information about moose in the state. Learn about the natural history of moose, where they are most likely to be found in the state, and about how climate change is impacting their survival in New Hampshire. You'll learn that moose are skilled swimmers, how parasites decrease moose survival, what their current population numbers are in the state, and help you understand what you can do to help the largest member of the deer gamily. New Hampshire Fish and Game is working to better understand the issues facing moose and developing strategies to save this large icon of the New Hampshire north. Also, hear about the amazing federal mechanism that supports long-term research and is largely responsible for our country's abundant fish and wildlife.

Join us as we learn all about flags and even make a

flag of your own you can take home with you!

Genealogy Night is an open, informal gathering for anyone interested in exploring family history. Participants are welcome to bring their laptops, connect with fellow genealogy enthusiasts, and share tips, research strategies, and family lines.

Attendees will also have access to Ancestry Library Edition during the evening, providing a valuable opportunity to explore historical records and advance their research with others nearby.