Community Read
Join Great North Woods Libraries as they hold book discussions of David Baron’s book American Eclipse: A Nation’s Epic Race to Catch the Shadow of the Moon and Win the Glory of the World.
The highlight of the fourth annual Community Read is a virtual interview on Wednesday, October 9th, at 6pm, with the author, David Baron. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions of this noted journalist and science writer about his writing and his global journeys chasing eclipses. Contact your local Great North Woods libraries for discussion dates and times, and to borrow copies of the book.
Join the conversation with the author via Zoom or attend the watch party at White Mountains Community College in Berlin.
All events are free and open to the public. For more information, contact one of the libraries who are partnering in this series: Berlin Public Library 603-752-5210, Gorham Public Library 603-466-2525, Randolph Public Library 603-466-5408, and WMCC Fortier Library 603-342-3087.
Preregister to attend Zoom events below.
Virtual participation registration is open until 1 hour before the start of each program.
The Alzheimer’s Association: Empowered The Caregiver with Melissa Grenier, LCSW
Each of these 60-minute programs teach caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia.
Building Foundations of Caregiving: Wednesday, November 6th, at 6pm. This program explores the role of caregiver and changes they may experience, building a support team, and managing caregiver stress.
Supporting Independence: Wednesday, November 13th at 6pm. This program focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations.
Virtual participation registration is open until 1 hour before the start of each program.
