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Library Hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday, Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Saturday (September - June) 9am - 2pm
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Museum Passes
Free with Your Library Card
Wouldn't it be nice to spend a quiet weekday afternoon viewing fine art; take a day trip to an oceanside science center; or even visit the largest permanent LEGO® installation at minifigure scale in the world? You can, with your library card!
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Stay Connected
Learn more about weekly happenings, classes, events, new books and so much more:
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Eat the Rainbow
Friday, May 5 at 10am
Join us for this colorful class on the benefits of "eating the rainbow". Learn how to optimize your health by incorporating more fruits and veggies into your diet. Healthy snacks provided!
This event is brought to you by the Goffstown Public Library and the Goffstown Parks & Rec Department, in conjunction with Southern New Hampshire Services.
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Adults
- Mystery Knit/Crochet-Along: Saturday 5/6; 10am. Read more.
- Blank Page Writer's Group: Tuesday 5/9; 6:30pm.
- Black Bears, Everywhere!: Tuesday 5/16; 6:30pm. Registration is appreciated.
- Knit & Crochet Club: Tuesday 5/23; 6:30pm.
Teens - Registration is appreciated for these events:
- Hype Club: Saturday 5/6; 12-1pm.
- Creative Writing Club: Saturday 5/13; 12-1pm.
- Fandom Frenzy - Risk: Wednesday 5/24; 6-8pm.
Kids
- Reading with Molly the Reading Therapy Dog Wednesdays in May. Registration is required, please call or sign up in the Children's Room.
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Library Closings:
Saturday, May 27
Monday, May 29
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Reviews for "All the Major Constellations" -
Publishers Weekly:
"A life-changing tragedy just before high school graduation leaves Andrew without the support of his two best friends as he faces a lonely summer navigating his family’s alcoholic dysfunction. ... Set in her native Vermont, Cranse’s compassionate debut astutely conveys the joys, heartaches, and angst of coming-of-age."
Kirkus Review
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"Easygoing Vermonter Andrew discovers the complexities of spirituality and sexuality in this heartfelt debut. ... A stellar voice to watch."
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Five Questions with local author Pratima Cranse
Pratima is the author of
All the Major Constellations, available at the Library.
What was your favorite and least favorite thing about writing a book?
"My favorite thing about writing a book are the days when the words seem to flow out of my fingers and everything is easy and wonderful. Those days are few and far between, but they're awesome. Most of the time it's like squeezing blood from a stone."
What advice would you give first-time authors?
"Don't think about trends or trying to make your book sellable. Just write from the heart, follow your characters, and above all write about things that excite and move you. It's just like your mom said: be yourself."
What books are you currently reading?
"I am reading 'The Sympathizer' by Viet Thanh Nguyen. It's wonderful. And I borrowed it from the Goffstown Library!"
When I'm not writing you can find me...
"When I'm not writing you can find me hanging out with my daughter and husband. We go for bike rides on the rail trail, playgrounds, that kind of thing."
If your book became a movie, who would you want to play the starring role?
"If my book became a movie I'm not sure who should play Andrew, the main character. I did, however, picture Hunter Parrish when I was writing John -- John's a fan favorite, and most of the readers who have contacted me have been really interested in him. So maybe I should picture attractive movie stars more often when I'm writing."
Any favorite Library memories?
"My favorite library memory is a recent one -- the Human Library event at the Goffstown library. It was amazing to be able to speak intimately with people who had overcome tremendous obstacles in life."
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Join us at Stark Hall on Church St.
Wednesday, May 10 at 6:35pm
Join the Friends to chat, enjoy a tasty treat and learn more about the group. The yearly public revenue and expenditure report will also be presented.
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GreenFILE Is a collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles including content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more.
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Grow a Row
For a Neighbor in Need
- Who: You.
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What:
G
row an extra row of vegetables in your summer garden.
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When:
Anytime we're open, all summer long.
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Why:
To help a neighbor in need.
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How:
Get your fingers dirty, and participate in this worthwhile community project.
Special row markers are available at the Library, just for you.
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