Goffstown Public Library's
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
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Library Hours:
Monday, Thursday, Friday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday, Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Saturday (September 8 - June) 9am - 2pm
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Explore “A Universe of Stories” this summer at the Library.
We're planning out of this world fun with a variety of space-themed programs for all ages. Get ready for an exciting lineup of events, including a concert series with our friends at the Parks & Recreation Department, a traveling planetarium for the children, forensics classes and "Adulting 101" workshops for the teens, a Roving Book Club, art, games, food, and much more!
This summer is
NASA’s 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's historic moon landing and the Library is all about outer space! The calendar will be full of events, competitions and prizes. Learn more when you stop by the Library, or visit:
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Save the dates & join us.
No registration required unless otherwise noted.
Adults
- Blank Page Writer's Group: Tuesday 6/11 at 6:30pm. Beginner to experienced welcome.
- Helping Yourself to Help Others: Friday 6/14 at 10am.
- Afternoon Book Discussion: Wednesday 6/19 at 1:30pm. Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan.
- Knit & Crochet Club: Tuesday 6/25 at 6:30pm.
- Need a ride? Check out the Goffstown Shuttle info at the bottom of this email.
Teens
- Teen Advisory Board: Wednesday 6/19 at 6pm.
- Sci-Fi Meme Making: Monday 6/24 at 3:30pm.
- After Hours Movie: Friday 6/28 at 4-6:30pm. First Man, rated PG-13, 141 mins, ©Universal Pictures.
Kids
- Simple STEAM Activity: Monday 6/24 at 10am-12pm.
- Kids' Matinee: Monday 6/24 at 2pm. Space Buddies, rated G, 84 mins, ©Walt Disney Pictures.
- Weekday Story Times - Registration is required.
- 2 1/2 year olds through kindergarten: Tuesday at 10am, beginning 6/25, and Wednesdays at 11am, beginning 6/26.
- Mother Goose on the Loose for 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 years old: Thursdays at 10 am, beginning 6/27.
- LEGO® Block Builders: Thursday 6/27 at 12-3pm.
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Author event with John Tuohey
Tuesday, June 18 at 6:30pm
Meet John Tuohey, coauthor of
…but few are chosen: A Different Path to Coming of Age (coauthored with Michael Connolly and Richard Olive).
…but few are chosen is a biographical account of three boys coming of age in their Irish Catholic neighborhoods of the 1950s, and eventually pursuing a path towards priesthood. Ultimately Touhey’s work is about overcoming the hardships of boyhood to become an adult with self-esteem, respect, and the ability to forgive.
The presentation will be followed by Q&A and book signing. Books will be available for purchase from the author.
No registration required.
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Let's Make: Potato Gardening
Saturday, June 22 at 10:30am
Discover your green thumb! In this hands-on workshop provided by Certified Master Gardener Lisa Aquizap from Fiacre Designs, we will learn to plant, grow, and harvest potatoes while discovering the space-friendly benefits of container gardening. Participants will leave with their own planter and seedling.
Registration is required.
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Roving Book Club -
The Martian
Saturday, June 29 at 1pm
Explore a Universe of Stories this summer as we take our book clubs on the road! Meet at a different, popular Goffstown location each month to discuss out-of-this-world fiction and nonfiction.
This month we will be reading
The Martian by Andy Weir. Stop by, or give us a call at 497-2102 to reserve your copy.
Participants are encouraged to bring a bag lunch or snack to enjoy during the discussion.
No registration required.
Access to the Public Beach: Parking on Elm Street (across from Glen Lake Kindergarten at 251 Elm St.) is limited to residents of Goffstown with Transfer Station stickers.
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Registration for these events begins
Friday, June 14 at 9am
Teens
- Adulting 101 - Yoga & Meditation: Wednesday 6/26 at 5:30pm.
Kids
- Reading with the Reading Therapy Dog: Tuesdays, beginning 6/25.
- Learn to Knit Workshop Series: Wednesdays, beginning 6/26 at 3pm.
- Hobby Night Showcase: Wednesday 6/26 at 6pm.
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cloudLibrary: Free With Your Library Card
Looking to read on the go this summer?
Download cloudLibrary to enjoy your next book wherever your summer takes you.
Download, Sign-in, Browse!
- The app can be found on: Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Windows 7, 8 & 10, MAC OS X.6.x & newer, Kindle Fire, nook, and chrome web store.
- Log in using your library card number and/or pin.
- Browse, borrow and start reading!
No overdues, no fines.
After you're finished reading, cloudLibrary simply returns your title back to the Library. You don’t have to do a thing!
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Grow a Row
this summer and that extra row of your favorite vegetables will help stock the Goffstown Food Pantry with healthy and fresh food for our neighbors in need. Start planting now and harvest the benefits later this summer.
Personal Care Item Drive
is another way you can lend a helping hand this summer.
Needed items are: soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste/mouthwash/dental floss, toothbrushes, razors for women and men, shaving cream, moisturizers, feminine hygiene products, diapers, and baby wipes.
Printable List
Drop off produce &/or items at the Library when the Goffstown Network Food Pantry is closed, and we'll deliver them for you.
For more information: Goffstown Network Food Pantry at St. Matthew's, 7 North Mast Street, 497-3433,
www.goffstownnetwork.org.
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The Next Big Library Read
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Big Library Read
No Holds, No Waiting : June 17 - July 1
A Dangerous Act of Kindness
by LP Fergusson is a beautiful, harrowing love story, perfect for fans of Rachel Hore and Santa Montefiore.
What would you risk for a complete stranger?
A Dangerous Act of Kindness
is available to read on your computer or mobile device with the OverDrive or Libby apps, and there are no holds or waitlists when you join the Big Library Read during June 17 - July 1. To join the discussion and learn about the e-reader contest sponsored by OverDrive visit
biglibraryread.com
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Try out the Goffstown Shuttle!
This DOOR-TO-DOOR service for Goffstown residents is available every week Monday/Wednesday/Friday.
- Make a reservation with the Manchester Transit Authority at 623-8801 (option 1).
Manchester Transit Authority runs a shopper shuttle every Tuesday and provides on-demand service Monday, Wednesday, and Friday between 9am & 2pm from any location in the Town of Goffstown to any other location in the Town of Goffstown or to any medical facility in the City of Manchester or Town of Bedford.
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