Letter to the Editor: Kindle Award Winner Announced, Library Prepares for Book Sale

The Friends of the Hamilton-Wenham Library announces winners from its membership drive and announces it upcoming book sale.

To the Editor: The Friends of the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library would like to thank all those patrons who have renewed their memberships, as well as new members who responded to our town-wide membership mailing in December. New this year, the board decided to provide an added incentive for those who replied early. Rosemary Loring and Roe and Hollis French were awarded gift certificates to the Beverly Farms Book Shop, while the first prize of a Kindle went to Roger Kuebel. Congratulations to each of these local residents. In addition to Hamilton-Wenham residents, our library draws numerous supporters and patrons from surrounding towns as well. And we know that as the date for the semi-annual March book sale approaches, more people will …

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Books and Family Fun Highlight Local Weekend Calendar

A quick, fun look at local events in Hamilton and Wenham coming up this weekend.

The weekend has it all, from a piano improviser at Gordon College to the semiannual book sale at the library. There’s also a chance to get a look at the many options for children in the two towns plus entertain the kids and get some food at Familypalooza and there’s a “My Daddy Rocks” concert to the Community House too. Get all the details below. Each Friday morning Hamilton-Wenham Patch’s “Get Out” weekend planner brings you a quick guide to local events and activities. We encourage you to look past this weekend guide into our full calendar of events, where we have other events listed. Remember, if you have great ideas of your own that you want to share, please feel free to add them in the comments section at the bottom. 1. GREGG KALLOR …

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