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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The Goffstown Public Library Is Open For Full Service
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Face masks are encouraged and appreciated but not required for the fully vaccinated. (Per vote of the Library Board of Trustees, June 16, 2021)
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Parking Lot Pick-Up remains an option. Call us from the parking lot, open your trunk/back door, and we will place your items there.
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Seating and computer use: Some seating will not be available, and computer usage is now back to a first-come, first-served basis.
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The Childrenās Room will not be available for play.
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Signups have begun for the Summer Experience! There is something planned for all ages, with many events to be held in our new outdoor space. This summer, our programs will be hybrid to meet the needs of everyone.
The 2021 summer reading theme is Tails and Tales where we celebrate animals and stories about them. We have a Tales and Tails program for each age group ā Adults 17+, Tweens and Teens ages 10-18, and Children preschool ages and up.
Register for programs at www.goffstownlibrary.com/summer2021 ā that will take you to the READsquared website. You can also download and use the READsquared mobile appāitās free! With READsquared, you can track your reading progress, complete āMissionsā, and get points for attending events and programs.
Visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/calendar to view and sign up for individual events. Not all programs require registration so you'll want to mark your calendars - check out ones like STEAM for kids & teens, and adult YouTube video premiers with take & make projects you can pick up in the foyer. |
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ā¼ Summer Hours ā¼
Closed Saturdays until September 11
Closed July 5 for Independence Day Observance
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Summer Concert Series
Cap a perfect summer day with a live musical performance outdoors. The Goffstown Public Library and Goffstown Parks and Recreation are proud to present four concerts on alternating Thursday evenings in July and August.
First up is The Quickfire Band, five seasoned musicians who play traditional country, classic rock, blues, rockabilly, and Western Swing. Join us on Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 6-7pm at Barnard Park, 9 Barnard Lane, Goffstown. Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair, and your dancing shoes to celebrate summer! No registration required.
Save the Dates - Thursdays at 6pm:
Summer Concert #2: Real Fallu and Jack Hodge on July 15 at Roy Park
Summer Concert #3: Speed the Plough on July 29 at Barnard Park
Summer Concert #4: Anderson-Gram on August 12 at Roy Park
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Sky Watch
Wednesday, July 21 at 8:30pm
All ages are welcome to join us and our friends from the NH Astronomical Society to see what is up in the summer sky. The Sky Watch will take place at the Goffstown Water Precinct Field on Rt. 114. Rain date is Wednesday, August 11 (same time and location).
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ADULTS
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Fridays 7/9 & 7/23 at 1pm: Book Talk with Michelle Watch on YouTube
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Tuesday 7/13 at 6:30pm: Lecture - Coyotes of the Northeast, with Chris Schadler Goffstown Parks & Recreation Building. Due to the nature of the content, this event is recommended for adults only.
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Monday 7/19 at 1pm: Let's Make: Asteroid Cat Fascinator Watch on YouTube
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Tuesday 7/20 at 6:30pm: Game Night - Scrabble - On the lawn. Learn more
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Tuesday 7/27 at 6:30pm: Knit & Crochet Club On the lawn.
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KIDS
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July - August: Finding Science in Folktales Registration required
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Wednesdays through 8/4: Reading with Candy the Reading Therapy Dog Registration required
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Thursday 7/1 and Mondays 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 at 10am: Simple STEAM Activity On the lawn.
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Thursday 7/8 at 10am: Fun with Bubbles! On the lawn.
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Thursday 7/8 at 3pm: Crazy About PokƩmon! On the lawn.
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Wednesday 7/14 at 2pm: Kids Can Cook! Registration required
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Thursday 7/15 at 3pm: Learn to Play Chess Registration required
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Friday 7/16 at 10am: Magic by George! At Barnard Park.
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Thursday 7/22 at 10am: Shadow Camp Registration required
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Thursday 7/29 at 10am: The Majestic Theatre Presents āPeter Rabbitā On the lawn.
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Friday 7/30 at 3pm: Dog Man Party Registration required
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The state-wide READsquared subscription for NH public libraries has been funded by the FY20 IMLS CARES Act grant, through the New Hampshire State Library. In addition, our Summer Experience was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and the New Hampshire State Library. |
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Borrow ā¢ Read ā¢ Listen |
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July Book Groups
Meeting In Person
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Tuesday 7/6 at 6:30pm: Evening Book Group The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde
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Wednesday 7/21 at 1:30pm: Afternoon Book Group There There by Tommy Orange
Physical copies of book group titles are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please give us a call if you need help getting a copy at 603-497-2102.
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Preschool Story Time
Begins July 6 at 10am
For children 2 1/2 years old through entering kindergarten.
We will meet on the Library lawn and share stories and movement activities. Please bring a blanket or something large enough for your family to sit on. A to-go craft related to the weekly theme will be given to each child to take home.
In case of poor weather, a secure link will be emailed to participate virtually via Microsoft Teams.
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Big Library Read
Through July 12
"Dueling narratives propel this stunning psychological suspense...Hitchcock fans won't want to miss this nuanced, multilayered novel." āPublishers Weekly
The Quiet Girl by S.F. Kosa is available instantly, in e-book format in the OverDrive and Libby apps. There are unlimited digital copies - no holds, no waiting!
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hoopla Book Club
July 1 - September 30
A searing Southern story about confronting the difference between the family you're born into and the family you choose, from the acclaimed author of How to Bury Your Brother
Learning to Speak Southern by Lindsey Rogers Cook is available instantly, in e-book format in your hoopla app. There are unlimited digital copies - no holds, no waiting!
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Help out animals by donating items for the Manchester Animal Shelter. Patrons can drop off donated items to the Library during business hours, and at the end of each week, a staff person will deliver the items to the Manchester Animal Shelter.
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Cat Supplies: Non-clumping litter, Fuzzy mice toys, Dry cat food bags (Any Brand 5, 10 or 15 lb. bags)
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Dog Supplies: Dog training treats, 6-foot leashes, Martingale collars (S, M, or L), Dry dog food (Any brand, any size), Kongs and Nylabones (L and XL), Xylitol free peanut butter
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General Suppliesā: General Office Supplies, HP Ink 951, Paper Towels, Hand Sanitizer, Blankets (Fleece or cotton, no stuffed), Pet-friendly salt, 8 1/2 x 11 copy paper, Headlamps, Dog and Cat beds, Postage Stamps, Disposable gloves, Cash/check for medical care, Gift cards for supplies, Sponges
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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: dish detergent, deodorant, hand and body soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, mouthwash, dental floss, toothbrushes, razors for women and men, shaving cream, moisturizers, feminine hygiene products, diapers, and baby wipes.
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, 603-497-3433, www.goffstownnetwork.org
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Accepting Book Donations
Beginning Monday, July 12
The Friends of the Library will resume accepting book donations at the Goffstown Public Library on Monday, July 12. At that time, you will be able to drop books off (in bags or boxes, please) inside the Goffstown Public Library during business hours only.
Please remember, the Friends cannot accept damaged or textbooks, Reader's Digest condensed books, encyclopedias or magazines, or titles that are dusty or moldy.
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Author Fair
Saturday, August 7, 9am-1pm
Join us for the inaugural Goffstown Public Library Authorās Fairāmeet and greet creators whose art fashions emotions, inspirations, and action from words. You can hear selections from their work read aloud at the Speakerās Corner, chat with the writers, purchase their books and have them signed.
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Universal Class
FREE with your Library Card!
Universal Class offers unlimited access to over 500 courses covering 30+ subject areas, including:
- Computer training
- Personal finance
- How to/DIY
- General Education
- Business
- Pet & Animal Care
- Career Training
- Health & Medicine
- Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
- and much more!
Continuing Education classes are self-paced and instructor-led, with certified instructors available to answer questions and assess your performance. IACET certified, giving the option for CEUs (continuing education units) on approved courses, and over 100 video audit courses available. Learn more and get started today with Universal Class - FREE with your library card.
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GTV Community Ch. 16
Thanks to David Steffen at Goffstown Television, you'll now be able to see the Library calendar animated on YouTube, and airing on local access Comcast Community Ch. 16 (Goffstown).
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Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing Coming to NH
To complete all local calls, you will now need to dial 10 digits (3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number) for all local calls. This applies to all calls within your area code that are currently dialed with seven digits.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Phases
www.vaccines.nh.gov/ has information about New Hampshire COVID-19 vaccine phases, information about qualifications, and a link for registration.
Check out this graphic on Facebook about proof of residency requirements (no Facebook account required to view).
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Let MTA pick you up!ļ»æ
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.
- ĀAll 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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