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Drone Talk with William Daugherty
📅 May 6, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Philip Read Memorial Library (PRML)

Drone Pilot Requirements in the United States (2026) is a clear, non‑technical survey of the current U.S. drone landscape. The presentation explains who flies drones, which FAA rules apply, how airspace and LAANC work, and how hardware choices—including recent regulatory challenges—fit into the broader picture. Designed for mixed audiences, from recreational pilots to professionals.

Roger Ballou is returning to do a talk about Paul Manship, another CC artist.

Location:  Philip Read Memorial Library
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM

Moose Talk
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Philip Read Memorial Library (PRML)

Discover the fascinating world of New Hampshire’s iconic moose. Learn about their behavior, habitat, conservation efforts, and how they coexist with humans in our region. This informative talk is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages and anyone curious about wildlife in the Granite State.

Free and open to the public—no registration required. Come explore the wild side of New Hampshire!

Cookbook Club: May Gathering

Cookbook Book Group Signup: May 13, 2026

The PTA is planning to hold a meeting at the Meriden Library  on Tuesday, May 26th from 7:00–8:00 PM. Community members are welcome to attend and learn more about upcoming initiatives, events, and ways to get involved.

GARDEN GEMS

The Friends of Philip Read Memorial Library are sponsoring a FREE workshop to make Garden Gems – smooth rocks that are transformed into lovely decorative pieces using paper napkins.  

This is a 2 part workshop –You will start the project on Friday May 15, 2026 and you will complete the project on Monday May 18.  Both sessions start at 2:30pm and are held at the Philip Read Memorial Library (PRML) on Route 12A in Plainfield, NH

FOML meeting is scheduled for April 14th, 6:30pm at the Meriden Library

All are welcome!

Kids Seeds & Planting Program

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Meriden Library

Join us for a fun and hands-on gardening program for kids! Participants will learn the basics of planting seeds and caring for growing plants. Each child will plant seeds to take home and watch grow. Perfect for all ages—materials provided, just bring your curiosity!