Goffstown Public Library Teen Newsletter
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Important Reminders
We are no longer charging overdue fines on ALL items owned by the Goffstown Public Library
(
please note that replacement and processing fees will still be charged for damaged items or items not returned 40 days past their due date).
Computer Reservations: We are now accepting appointments from the public to use our computers. To keep Library staff and visitors safe, we are limiting the number of PCs in use, so your appointment length may be restricted. Call us at 497-2102 to make an appointment. (Note: you will be required to wear a face covering while in the library building. Disposable masks are available in the lobby or wear one of your own.)
Parking Lot Pick-Up: We will continue contact-free parking lot pick-up of library materials for the foreseeable future. Please see our short video explaining the process on
YouTube. The hours available to pick-up are:
- Monday-Friday, 10am to 2pm
- Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, 5 to 7pm
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We are monitoring available information and guidance on COVID-19.
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August
Staff can be reached at 603.497.2102
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9am - 5pm
Tuesday & Wednesday, 9am - 8pm
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Mondays, 8/3 & 8/10 at 1pm:
Cooking Corner ~ Teen Snacks on YouTube*
Monday, 8/17 at 1pm:
SNACK ATTACK, I only have $2 is there anything good for me to eat? We will meet via Webex.
Wednesday,8/19 at 6pm:
Social Distance Friendly Teen Advisory Board on the lawn (RAIN DATE 8/26 at 6pm)
Registration is requested
Thursdays, 8/6 & 8/13 at 1pm:
Let's Create ~ TEEN DIY on YouTube*
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Tween & Teen 2020 Summer Experience
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The 2020 summer reading theme “
Imagine Your Story,” is a celebration of fairy tales, fantasy, folklore, mythology, and sharing your own unique story and voice.
There is still time to sign up! Visit
www.goffstownlibrary.com/summer2020. The experience continues through
August 14. You can even take it on-the-go with the READsquared mobile app.
Earn points and badges by reading, completing fun Mission challenges, attending virtual Events, and more. Redeem your points for raffle tickets to be entered into the
grand prize raffle
for one of three
$50 Amazon gift cards
!
Pick up project supplies.
Packages will be available the week before each scheduled program, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. There will be Teen To-Go craft kits.
Check the calendar
to see each program and their supply pick up times.
Missed a week?
Contact Stacey at 497-2102 or
staceyd@goffstownlibrary.com
to inquire about Teen-To-Go craft kits still available.
This program is designed for tweens and teens ages 10 to 18 to encourage summer-long reading habits and the exploration of new challenges.
The state-wide READsquared subscription for New Hampshire public libraries is funded by the FY20 IMLS CARES Act grant, through the New Hampshire State Library.
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Overdrive Community Read:
Own Voices & Diversity Books For Students
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The
50+ titles
in this collection were provided courtesy of the vendor and publishers, and will be available through August 31, 2020 with
no holds
or waiting
. Browse these now, or start borrowing with OverDrive or the Libby app.
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The Bookshelf: New Teen Titles
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Find your next great read with Stacey's help. Since you can't physically search the new teen books bookshelf, Stacey is bringing the bookshelf to you! All titles available as physical copies at the Library.
Put one on hold today!
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hoopla, More Than Just Books
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Pop the popcorn, drizzle the butter,and find your favorite spot to sit. From new releases, to old favorites, from timely topics, to an expanded collection of Movies of the Month, discover movie titles instantly ready to watch with your Library card. Start your family or friend movie night on
hoopla
today.
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More Than Your Local Newspaper
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Imagine Your Story Activity: 7 Wonders of the World
Take a virtual trip and discover the 7 Wonders of the World! Travel through @NewsBank articles and just imagine what you see and experience at each fascinating location. Click to download:
https://bit.ly/37xpw89
.
To learn more click here:
NewsBank
and then choose 2020 Summer Reading.
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Imagine Your Story Activity: Time Travel Scavenger Hunt
Travel through Time! Use America’s Historical Newspapers for
this scavenger hunt
. From the first newspaper printed in the United States to the first winter Olympics, just imagine where you might end up. Click to download:
https://bit.ly/2NpzlM3
. To learn more click here:
NewsBank
and then choose 2020 Summer Reading.
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Digital Content For All Your Teen Entertainment Needs
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E-Books, E-Audio, Magazines, Movies, Comics, Television & More
The Library offers a variety of places for you to get your digital content, each with their own unique selections. See what they have to offer:
When you borrow a digital title you never have to worry about returns or overdue fines - books are automatically returned by the app when they're due, one less thing for you to worry about!
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You now have unlimited access to read as many books as you want, on any device with
Teen BookCloud. There are no checkouts, holds, or downloads. Books are available instantly through August 31, 2020. You'll find a large selection of e-books, e-audio, graphic novels, and videos.
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Thanks for reading our newsletter.
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