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Meredith Library Lounge

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The official podcast of the Meredith Library in Meredith, NH. We cover a special topic each month as well as chat about library news!

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Episodes

  1. Ask A Librarian Audience Questions Check It Out Episode 59

    MaryBeth & Matthew answer your library questions - everything you always wanted to know about libraries, but were afraid to ask. Questions include: What was the weirdest thing we've ever found being used a as a bookmark in a book? Are librarians required to wear cardigans? How do librarians know...

  2. After School Program Fun Ideas Check It Out Episode 58

    MaryBeth & Matthew give you all the details about the library's Drop-In After School program including the cost (since it's free, how it is funded), the days and hours, regular weekly offerings, and a preview of several fun and special activities coming up over the next few months. Great info for...

  3. Podcast Anniversary Staff Interview Clips Check It Out Episode 57

    MaryBeth & Matthew take another trip down Memory Lane with the second of their two special anniversary episodes featuring clips of guests who have appeared on the Check It Out podcast. This episode features clips from Meredith Public Library staff interviews. Listen to discover how many staff...

  4. Podcast Anniversary Special Interview Clips Episode Check It Out Episode 56

    MaryBeth & Matthew take a trip down Memory Lane with their first of two special anniversary episodes featuring clips of guests that have appeared on the Check It Out podcast. Listen to discover how many guests you remember, then enjoy their full interviews at the links below: Carola Davis -...

  5. Lakes Region & Central NH Attraction Discounts Check It Out Episode 55

    MaryBeth & Matthew share the details on discount passes available for 13 attractions in the Lakes Region and Central New Hampshire.

  6. Meredith Public Library 125th Anniversary Media Check It Out Episode 54

    Jackye & Matthew discuss the celebration and give you the scoop on "The Meredith Public Library 125th Anniversary Song" which debuted at the anniversary celebration on June 6, 2026. This episode features the song and background information. If you search for this episode of the podcast on…

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  7. America 250 Adult Summer Reading Program Check It Out Episode 53

    MaryBeth & Matthew invite everyone to celebrate summer reading and America 250 when they discuss the summer reading programs at the Meredith Public Library. They share how the library combined the national summer reading theme of Plant a Seed with America 250 programming to create the adult…

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  8. Meredith Public Library 125th Anniversary Check It Out Episode 52

    MaryBeth & Matthew celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Meredith Public Library building. They reveal that the building was a gift to the town from a former resident in 1901. They also reveal the original price of the project. (Try to guess before you listen!) Marybeth and Matthew share the...

  9. Archivist Interview Carola Davis Part 2 Check It Out Episode 51

    Matthew delves deeper into his interview with archivist Carola Davis as she discusses traveling around the country and the world for work, preserving fragile materials, a code of ethics and moral dilemmas for archivists, organizing the Meredith Public Library archives, and much more.

  10. Carola Davis Archivist Interview Part 1 Check It Out Episode 50

    MaryBeth & Matthew celebrate the fiftieth episode with special guest archivist Carola Davis who shares her fascinating career with us as well as a surprising in-house discovery.

  11. Delve Into The Meredith Library Archives Check It Out Episode 49

    MaryBeth & Matthew take you on a trip down memory lane as they go through material from the Meredith Public Library archives from the 1960's through the turn of the century. They reveal how everything old is new again by finding events that tie into what is going on currently at the library.

  12. Meet New Library Staff Members Check It Out Episode 48

    MaryBeth & Matthew introduce you to Dana and Jackye, the two newest members of the library staff. Discover their backgrounds, interests, and favorite things about working at the Meredith Public Library.

  13. Journey of a Book Check it Out Episode 47

    MaryBeth and Matthew explain how libraries acquire books (and other materials) and process them to get them into your hands.

  14. Library Winter Reading Programs Check It Out Episode 46

    MaryBeth and Matthew share their enthusiasm and all the details on this year's Winter Reading Programs for adults, teens, and children at the Meredith Public Library.

  15. Holiday Special - Library Theme Gifts Santa Interview Christmas Reading Check it Out Episode 45

    MaryBeth and Matthew spread the holiday cheer in this year's special Christmas episode. They share ideas for library theme gifts, revisit a classic interview with Santa Claus, and perform a dramatic reading of the timeless poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas (also known as A Visit from St....

  16. Last Minute Christmas Markets Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair Meredith Public Library Check It Out Episode 44

    MaryBeth & Matthew share all the details of the holiday fair including holiday storytime, singers and musicians by the fireplace, and a preview of the 2025 Meredith Library Keepsake Ornament Collection.

  17. Frequently Asked Questions Meredith Public Library Check It Out Episode 43

    MaryBeth and Matthew discuss all the wonderful and funny frequently asked questions that come across the desk at the Meredith Public Library.

  18. Spooky October Events Meredith Public Library Check It Out Episode 42

    MaryBeth & Matthew scare up the details on all the fun and spooky events happening during the Halloween season at the Meredith Public Library this October.

  19. Library Patron Interview Carol Euiler Check It Out Episode 41

    MaryBeth & Matthew share an audio version of a print article featuring an interview with a pleasant and fascinating woman who comes to the Meredith Public Library at least once a week and who has been a patron of the library for over 65 years!

  20. After-School Program Fall Preview Check It Out Episode 40

    MaryBeth and Matthew welcome everyone to the Teen Zone as they discuss what's coming up for the new school year in the Meredith Public Library after-school program.

  21. Meredith Old Home Day Check It Out Episode 39

    MaryBeth & Matthew bring you details about what is happening at the Meredith Public Library and downtown Meredith during the Meredith Old Home Day celebration on September 6, 2025.

  22. Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit Erin Interview Check It Out Episode 38

    MaryBeth & Matthew interview Meredith Public Library Director Erin Apostolos about the library hosting the Americans and the Holocaust Traveling Exhibit from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC.

  23. Summer Reading 2025 Meredith Public Library Check It Out Episode 37

    MaryBeth and Matthew give you all the details on how everyone in the family can have fun and win prizes in the Meredith Public Library Summer Reading Program.

  24. Eliza Leadbeater Interview Background and Book Donations Check It Out Episode 36

    Anna & Matthew interview trailblazer Eliza Leadbeater who shares her fascinating background, including several careers and living abroad, as well as how she processes many book donations for the Friends of the Meredith Library.

  25. Writing Workshop Sharpen Your Dialogue Check It Out Episode 35

    Anna & Matthew share their expertise on how to write dynamic dialogue that brings your characters to life.

  26. Museum Passes Attraction Discounts Lakes Region Central New Hampshire Check It Out Episode 34

    Anna and Matthew give you all the details on museum passes available at the Meredith Public Library so you can plan money-saving, fun-filled visits to New Hampshire attractions in the Lakes Region and beyond.

  27. April 2025 Events Check It Out Episode 33

    Anna & Matthew give you the scoop on all the fun events and programs happening in April at the Meredith Public Library.

  28. Shakespeare Instructor John Lin Interview Part 2 Check It Out Episode 32

    Anna & Matthew continue their interview with Shakespeare expert John Lin who leads the popular Wednesdays with Shakespeare group at the Meredith Public Library. Enjoy bonus content in this episode and find out whey they called one segment Ambushing Shakespeare!

  29. Shakespeare Instructor John Lin Interview Part 1 Check It Out Episode 31

    Anna & Matthew interview Shakespeare expert John Lin who leads the popular Wednesdays with Shakespeare group at the Meredith Public Library. When you hear this episode and John's enthusiasm for the subject, you'll discover why he is such a great instructor.

  30. Library Binge Bundles Check It Out Episode 30

    Anna and Matthew discuss Meredith Public Library's Binge Bundle service: "books and DVDs professionally selected, just for you!"

  31. Interview Assistant Library Director Chris Leland Check It Out Episode 29

    Anna & Matthew talk to Chris Leland, Assistant Director of the Meredith Public Library. Discover several things you never knew about Chris and his duties at the library.

  32. February Events Check It Out Episode 28

    Anna & Matthew give you the details on all the fun stuff going on at the Meredith Public Library in February including joining a new book club, learning how to use the Cricut, and getting your money questions answered by a financial advisor.

  33. Adult Winter Reading Check It Out Episode 27

    Anna & Matthew introduce the Adult Winter Reading program, telling you everything you need to know to get your pieces of the mystery picture and compete for the grand prize.

  34. More Top Circulated Library Items Check It Out Episode 26

    Anna & Matthew share some more top circulated items of the year (2024) from the non-fiction collection and the DVD collection.

  35. Top 10 Library Fiction Titles Check It Out Episode 25

    Anna & Matthew reveal the top 10 most popular fiction titles of the year (2024) and give you the scoop on them so you can check them out for yourself.

  36. Meredith Conservation Commission Page Pond Expansion Project Scott Powell Interview Check It Out Episode 24

    Anna and Matthew interview Scott Powell, Chair of the Meredith Conservation Commission about the Page Pond Expansion Project. Scott also talks about the work that the commission does to maintain various undeveloped lands in Meredith which can be enjoyed by residents and visitors year-round.

  37. Holiday Special Mrs. Claus Interview Check It Out Episode 23

    In this special holiday episode, Anna and Matthew bring you an exclusive interview with Mrs. Claus as she answers a variety of questions about the North Pole. We heard from Santa Claus on the subject last year, now find out what Mrs. Claus has to say about whether having overdue library books…

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  38. December Events Check It Out Episode 22

    Anna & Matthew give you all the details on the fun events happening this December at the Meredith Public Library.

  39. NH Small Library of the Year Award Celebration Check It Out Episode 21

    Anna & Matthew give you all the details on the big event celebrating that Meredith Public Library won the New Hampshire Small Library of the Year Award for 2024 from the New Hampshire Library Trustees Association.

  40. NOIRvember Events Meredith Library Check It Out Episode 20

    Anna and Matthew tell you everything you need to to know to enjoy the NOIRvember events at the Meredith Library.

  41. Haunted Ghost Tour Meredith Library After Dark Check It Out Episode 19

    Anna & Matthew give you all the chilling details about our "hauntingly good" upcoming October event.

  42. Leavitt Adaptive Launch Project Paula Wanzer Check It Out Episode 18

    Anna and Matthew interview Paula Wanzer about the Leavitt Adaptive Launch Project in Meredith

  43. September Events Check It Out Episode 17

    Find out the the unique September events taking place at the Meredith Public Library. Also, can you guess what Matthew and Anna's favorite subjects were in school?

  44. Granite State Library Card Challenge Check It Out Episode 16

    Find out how you can help the Meredith Public Library defend its status as the reigning champion in the Granite State Library Card Challenge.

  45. New Old Books Check It Out Episode 15

    Matthew and Anna discuss new large print and classic book additions to the Meredith Public Library

  46. Lakes Region Planning Commission Hazardous Waste Collection Check It Out Episode 14

    Matthew and Anna welcome guest Matt Rose of the Lakes Region Planning Commission as he talks about upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days.

  47. Adult Summer Reading Check It Out Episode 13

    Join Anna and Matthew as they chat about Adult Summer Reading and upcoming August programs at the Meredith Public Library!

  48. Beach Reads and Shark Week Check It Out Episode 12

    Join Anna and Matthew as they discuss summer library topics and news such as "Beach Read" novels and the fun Shark-Week library events coming up in late July.

  49. Interlibrary Loans Check It Out Episode 11

    Anna and Matthew interview Cherie, Meredith Public Library's ILL Specialist

  50. June Activities Second Half Check It Out Episode 10

    Check out the interesting and engaging programs you can attend in the second half of June at the Meredith Public Library. Plus, answer the question of the episode... what memory do you have of picking out a book for summer reading?

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The official podcast of the Meredith Library in Meredith, NH. We cover a special topic each month as well as chat about library news!

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