Goffstown Public Library Teen Newsletter
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Library Hours: Monday, Thursday, Friday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday, Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm
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The Summer Experience
June 10 - August 19
We are in our 64th year of providing exciting and fun special summer programs that include a variety of activities and events for all members of the Goffstown community.
Join us for teen events like:
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Summer Kick-off Event on 6/15 at 6pm for grades 5-12.
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Sea Creature Cupcake Decorating on 7/6 at 3pm for grades 5-12.
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Introduction to Yoga on 7/14 at 11:00am for grades 5-12.
- and lots more, including teen-to-go bags, drop-in video games, an interactive movie, and STEAM programs.
Sign up for programs on the calendar, call us at 603-497-2102, or visit the Library and get ready for Oceans of Possibilities!
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Wednesday, June 1 at 9am: Teen-To-Go Bags: A new craft bag will be available every month. Teen-To-Go bags are located on the second floor in the teen space. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
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Wednesday, June 29 at 8:30pm: Sky Watch: All ages are welcome to join us and our friends from the NH Astronomical Society to see what is up in the summer sky. No registration required. Learn more about Sky Watch here.
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Summer Kick-off Event
Wednesday, June 15 at 6pm
Come celebrate the kick-off to the Teen Summer Experience. Ask questions about the upcoming summer events, play oversized lawn games, and meet your Teen Advisory Board.
For grades 5-12 and their guardians.
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Teen STEAM: Mini Bubble Tea Charms
Tuesday, June 21 at 2pm
Let's meet to create, invent, and explore mixing our own cream glue resin and making keychain charms that resemble bubble tea.
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The Breakfast Book Club
Saturday, June 25 at 10am
Let's meet to chat about any book by any author that you love. A variety of breakfast treats along with beverages will be available.
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Teen STEAM: Beeswax Sushi Candles
Tuesday, June 28 at 2pm
Let's meet to create, invent, and explore sushi inspired candles using beeswax sheets.
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The Goonies Interactive Movie
Wednesday, June 29 at 5pm
A group of teenagers find a map leading to a hidden treasure. They must overcome booby traps, natural obstructions, and a gang of desperate thieves in their race for the loot.
Participants receive a bag of props to interact with the movie.
Rating: PG. Runtime 114 minutes. ©Warner Bros.
For grades 5-12. No registration required.
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Friends of the Library News |
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday, June 4 from 9am - 2pm
* RAIN OR SHINE * On the lawn of the Library. Bag sale begins at 1pm – $10, bring your own reusable shopping bag. See the event on Facebook
Volunteers for this event are needed on:
- Tuesday, May 31 at 10-1 - Set up Tents
- Wednesday, June 1 at 11-2 - Displaying books
- Thursday, June 2 at 9-2 - Displaying books
- Friday, June 3 at 9-2 - Displaying books
- Saturday, June 4 at 2-4? - Packing up books
If you can assist, please call Bill Babine, President of the Friends at 603-497-4738, or email bilbine@comcast.net
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Thanks go to the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library for fully funding the Museum Pass Program. The Museum Pass Program enables library patrons free or reduced entry fees to various museums, state parks, and science institutions in NH such as the Children’s Museum, Currier Museum of Art, SEE Science Center, and Squam Lakes. In the Boston area, institutions include the Museum of Fine Arts, New England Aquarium, Isabella Stewart Gardener Museum, and Boston Children’s Museum.
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The Curious Reader Podcast |
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“Gripping worldbuilding, well-rounded characters, and fantastic horror.”—Kirkus Reviews
In the latest podcast episode, Stacey and Liz discuss Gallant by V.E. Schwab and dive into topics like Gothic horror, ghouls vs. ghosts, and mutism.
603-497-2102 to find out more information.
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The Bookshelf: New Teen Titles
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New Book Preview
Click on the picture above and explore the new teen bookshelf.
New teen fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels can be found on the windowsill in the 2nd floor teen space. Find these books and more when you search the catalog and place your requests online, or give us a call at 603-497-2102.
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TAB is a group of tweens and teens that meets once a month. TAB collaborates with the Teen Services Library Assistant to help improve teen programs and the teen space, suggests materials such as books and games, and creates ideas to help connect the Library with the community. Join today! For grades 5-12.
In place of the regularly scheduled June TAB meeting, there will be a Summer-Kick Off event on Wednesday, 6/15 at 6pm, for teens interested in learning more about the Summer Experience. |
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TAB Member Spotlight
The Library's Teen Advisory Board is made up of a great group of teens who help prepare and plan for teen programs. Each month we would like to highlight one of our great TAB members.
Name: Bella
School & Grade: Homeschooled, grade 8
What extracurricular activity do you enjoy the most? Being a member of Boyscouts.
What is your favorite board game? Clue.
What are you looking forward to this summer? Camping.
Would you rather go to space or explore the bottom of the ocean? Go to space.
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Have you seen Shelly the Octopus? TAB members worked with Ms. Patti and Ms.Corey to construct Shelly's eight legs! Shelly the Octopus will be hanging out at the Library this summer as we celebrate "Oceans of Possibilities". |
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Chromebooks are available to check-out for use in the Library with your library card. The Library is a great place to do your homework.
You don't need a program on the calendar to spend time in the teen area. Actually, the area located on the second floor of the Library is a great place for teens to gather at anytime.
So what are you waiting for? Hang out at the Library today!
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Included With Your Library Card |
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Digital Books & More
Discover Libby, cloudLibrary, and hoopla
Enjoy the convenience of downloadable e-audio & e-books, music albums, comics, movies, TV shows, and more on your mobile & e-reader devices with your Goffstown Public Library Card.
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hoopla Graphic Novel Book Club
Through July 31
"Doctor Strange Vol.1: The Way of the Weird, has something for everyone: it is fun, scary, and full of charm. New fans will learn more about Stephen Strange and his superhero alter ego, while old fans will enjoy a fresh new take..."
Doctor Strange Vol. 1: The Way of the Weird, written by Jason Aaron and illustrated by Chris Bachalo is available instantly, in e-book format in the hoopla app. There are unlimited digital copies - no holds, no waiting!
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Let MTA pick you up!
Call 603-623-8801 (option "2") for free transportation options.
Ride with the Manchester Transit Authority to your next hair salon appointment, grocery store visit, social gathering, medical appointment, and more!
Manchester Transit Authority provides on-demand service now available Monday through Friday, 9am to 2pm. Make a reservation directly with Manchester Transit Authority as early as 1 week prior, and at least 24 hours in advance.
Rides to medical appointments, riders with disabilities, and those age 62+ receive priority booking. Service will be provided on a first come first serve basis and will be available "curb to curb" from any location in the Town of Goffstown to any other location in the Town of Goffstown or any medical facility in the City of Manchester or Town of Bedford.
- Connect with MTA Route #6 at Shaws Plaza for Manchester, Concord, and Nashua service.
- All buses are ADA accessible.
For more information contact Planning and Economic Development Director Jo Ann Duffy at 603-497-8990 x118 or JoAnn.Duffy@goffstownnh.gov
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