Local libraries partner for first Community Read
May 12, 2021BERLIN — Welcome to the first Great North Woods Libraries Community Read! Berlin, Gorham, and Randolph Public Libraries, with White Mountains Community College Fortier Library, are excited to partner in a new adventure and are inviting everyone along. Explore wild mountains and forests, experience beautiful views, learn about backwoods dangers, and appreciate the corner of the world that we call home.
During the summer, meet your neighbors in a book discussion group! Each library will host a discussion of the book "The Last Traverse: Tragedy and Resilience in the Winter Whites" by New Hampshire native, Ty Gagne. In "The Last Traverse; Tragedy and Resilience in the Winter Whites," Ty Gagne masterfully lays out the events that led up to an epic and legendary rescue attempt in severe and dangerous winter conditions in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. More than a cautionary tale, it is a tribute to all the volunteers and professionals who willingly put themselves in harm's way to save lives. This is a must read for anyone who hikes the Whites. Meetings will be outdoors or virtual, beginning in Berlin PL on June 2, WMCC Zoom on July 14, Gorham PL on Aug. 4, and Randolph PL on Sept. 1. Contact individual libraries for times and locations. Borrow books at your local library while supplies last. Purchase copies at your local bookstore or through www.fullconditionsnh.com/order-book