May 2025 Newsletter – West Buxton Public Library

		West Buxton Public Library

Caroline Nickerson Library Director (207) 727-5898 www.westbuxtonpubliclibrary.org director@westbuxtonpubliclibrary.org
		May 2025 Newsletter Great with computers? We’re looking for a tech volunteer to help maintain and update the library’s patron computers. Contact the library for details!
Upcoming Events Story Time May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27 10:30-11am Memoir Writing and Creative Writers Workshop Special Event Thursday, May 15 5-7pm Buxton Town Hall Crafter’s Group* May 4, May 18 1-3pm (drop-in anytime) LEGO Club May 11, May 25 1-3pm (drop-in anytime)		Chat with Caroline Dear Wonderful Patrons, The West Buxton Public Library is looking for a tech-savvy volunteer to help maintain our patron computers. Tasks include software updates, general troubleshooting, and keeping things running smoothly. Stop by or contact the library if you’re interested. The Memoir and Creative Writers Group is hosting Sue Cassidy and Melody Norris at Buxton Town Hall on Thursday, May 15 from 5-7pm. Sue will share her journey from her first writing prompt to the publication of her soon-to-be-released children’s book, Ladybugs and Ellie Go Camping: Campfire Tales and Trails. She’ll discuss the confidence she gained through a supportive writer’s group and the steps to making her book a reality. Melody ML Norris, author, designer, and owner of Black Cat Studios, will present Judging a Book by Its Cover, exploring the art of creating eye-catching book designs. This is a free program, and refreshments will be provided. Join me for Story Time on Tuesday mornings from 10:30-11am. Listen to a story, sing some songs, enjoy some felt board fun, and participate in a craft. Stuffies usually make an appearance! Are you a crafting enthusiast? Join us for our Crafter’s Group on Sunday, May 4 and Sunday, May 18 from 1-3pm. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, share ideas, and work on a craft project. This group meets the first and third Sunday of the month. Try a challenge or free build during Lego Club, which meets the second and fourth Sunday of the month from 1-3pm. Lego Club will be on Sunday, May 11 and Sunday, May 25. All ages are welcome. Continue reading to hear the latest news and events from the West Buxton Public Library. Thank you for your support and I hope to see you at the library soon. Sincerely, Caroline Nickerson, Library Director

🔧 Tech-Savvy? Want to Support Your Local Library? 💻 Help Us Keep the Library Computers Running Strong! The West Buxton Public Library is looking for a tech volunteer to help us keep our public computers running smoothly for our patrons – and we need you! What We Want Help With: Installing software updates 💾 Basic troubleshooting 🛠️ General maintenance and upkeep 🧰 Whether you’re a retired IT pro, a tech-savvy student, or just someone who loves working with computers, we’d love to have you on our team! Interested?
Stop by the library, give us a call, or send us a message to let us know you’d like to help. We’ll coordinate a schedule that works for you!

Upcoming Events Join Caroline for a story, songs, felt board, and a craft. Memoir Writing and Creative Writers Workshop Creative Writers Showcase and Reception Thursday, May 15, 5PM Buxton Town Hall (Rear Entrance) 185 Portland Road, Buxton Featuring two local authors: Sue Cassidy & Melody Luciano Norris Supported by the Narragansett Number One Foundation and Sponsored by the West Buxton Public Library Light Snacks & Beverages Actually. … I Can Write! Sue Cassidy will discuss the steps on her journey to her soon-to-be-published children’s book and the confidence she gained by joining a writer’s group that believed she could do it. From “I can’t do this… who’s interested in what I have to say?” … to the late stages of publication. Judging a Book by Its Cover: The Fine Art of Creating Attention-Grabbing Book Covers Presentation by Melody ML Norris, Author, Designer, Photo Preservationist & Owner of Black Cat Studios. FMI: email Lorraine Lindstedt at lindcabin@gmail.com
Crafter’s Group meets the first and third Sunday of every month from 1-3pm. This group is for all ages, and drop-ins are welcome. Sunday, May 4 Sunday, May 18 Drop-in 1-3pm LEGO Club LEGO Club meets the second and fourth Sunday of every month from 1-3pm. Drop-ins are welcome. Sunday, May 11 Sunday, May 25 Drop-in 1-3pm Take one of our LEGO challenges, make a design from “The LEGO Ideas Book,” or create your own design. All LEGO creations stay at the library so there will be plenty of bricks for the next event. Caroline will display any creations on the windowsill next to the makerspace table until the next LEGO Club. Recent Highlights Kids enjoyed designing bookmarks at the library’s table during parent teacher conferences on April 16, 2025 at Buxton Center Elementary School. Lego Club participants enjoyed free building. Here are their creations. Monthly Calendar of Events
May 2025 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Crafter’s Group 1-3pm Story Time 10:30-11am 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 LEGO Club 1-3pm Story Time 10:30-11am Creative Writers Showcase and Reception Buxton Town Hall 5-7pm 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Crafter’s Group 1-3pm Story Time 10:30-11am 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 LEGO Club 1-3pm Story Time 10:30-11am