Goffstown Public Library Calendar

2 High Street Goffstown, NH 03045 | 603-497-2102
goflib@goffstownlibrary.com


Library Hours:
Mon, Thur, Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue, Wed: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Please remember that children under 11 years of age must have a parent or guardian remain in the building while attending programming.

 

All Events    •   Adults    •  Everyone  Family    •   Kids    •   Teen

Sunday October 1, 2023 - Tuesday October 31, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1000 Books Before Kindergarten

a deer reading a book

For all kids from birth up through entering kindergarten.

The single most important thing you can do to prepare your children to read is to read to them every day. Research proves that children need to hear 1000 books before they begin to learn to read independently.

Reading to children will: increase their vocabulary, increase their listening and narrative skills, help to instill in them self-awareness and confidence, impart an understanding of their place in the world.

When the Library is open, you can visit the Children's Room to sign up in person. Online registration is available at goffstownlibrary.com/calendar. After your child has read their first 100 books, one of the rewards and incentives for this program is a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten tote bag!

Download & Print: Title Log (for parents), and Color-In Log (for kids).

For more information, including an Early Literacy Practices for Parents download, please visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/1000books.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
There are many spaces available.

a deer reading a book

For all kids from birth up through entering kindergarten.

The single most important thing you can do to prepare your children to read is to read to them every day. Research proves that children need to hear 1000 books before they begin to learn to read independently.

Reading to children will: increase their vocabulary, increase their listening and narrative skills, help to instill in them self-awareness and confidence, impart an understanding of their place in the world.

When the Library is open, you can visit the Children's Room to sign up in person. Online registration is available at goffstownlibrary.com/calendar. After your child has read their first 100 books, one of the rewards and incentives for this program is a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten tote bag!

Download & Print: Title Log (for parents), and Color-In Log (for kids).

For more information, including an Early Literacy Practices for Parents download, please visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/1000books.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

There are many spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
Goffstown Seed Library

"Borrow" seeds to start your gardens! Located on the third floor, the Seed Library is now available to "check out". The steps are simple: choose what seed varieties you want, fill out the sign-out sheet with your selections, and enjoy!

This project is based on the honor system, so a staff member is not needed to "check out" seeds. When using the Seed Library, take what you need but remember to leave enough for others.

We're also collecting harvested seeds at the end of the summer, so please note that you would like to participate in that when you're filling out the sign-out sheet.

Happy gardening and be sure to use #goffstownlibrary to share your Seed Library bounty!

The Goffstown Seed Library is made possible by the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library and the New Hampshire Free Seed Program.

CONTACT: Caroline Kenney  603-497-2102  carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor

"Borrow" seeds to start your gardens! Located on the third floor, the Seed Library is now available to "check out". The steps are simple: choose what seed varieties you want, fill out the sign-out sheet with your selections, and enjoy!

This project is based on the honor system, so a staff member is not needed to "check out" seeds. When using the Seed Library, take what you need but remember to leave enough for others.

We're also collecting harvested seeds at the end of the summer, so please note that you would like to participate in that when you're filling out the sign-out sheet.

Happy gardening and be sure to use #goffstownlibrary to share your Seed Library bounty!

The Goffstown Seed Library is made possible by the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library and the New Hampshire Free Seed Program.

CONTACT:
  Caroline Kenney
  603.497.2102
   carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor

 
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
hoopla Graphic Novel Book Club

Set in an alternate matriarchal 1900s Asia, in a richly imagined world of art deco-inflected steampunk, Monstress tells the story of a teenage girl who is struggling to survive the trauma of war, and who shares a mysterious psychic link with a monster of tremendous power, a connection that will transform them both and make them the target of both human and otherworldly powers.

Now through October 31, 2023. Monstress Vol. 1: Awakening by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda, is available instantly, in e-book format in your hoopla app. There are unlimited digital copies - no holds, no waiting! You can read this title on a mobile device or computer.

CONTACT: Stacey Desrosiers  603-497-2102  staceyd@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Virtual

Set in an alternate matriarchal 1900s Asia, in a richly imagined world of art deco-inflected steampunk, Monstress tells the story of a teenage girl who is struggling to survive the trauma of war, and who shares a mysterious psychic link with a monster of tremendous power, a connection that will transform them both and make them the target of both human and otherworldly powers.

Now through October 31, 2023. Monstress Vol. 1: Awakening by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda, is available instantly, in e-book format in your hoopla app. There are unlimited digital copies - no holds, no waiting! You can read this title on a mobile device or computer.

CONTACT:
  Stacey Desrosiers
  603.497.2102
   staceyd@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Virtual

Sunday October 1, 2023 - Saturday October 7, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
9:00 AM
Banned Books Week

Books Unite Us. Censorship Divides Us.

When we ban books, we're closing off readers to people, places, and perspectives. But when we stand up for stories, we unleash the power that lies inside every book. We liberate the array of voices that need to be heard and the scenes that need to be seen. Let freedom read!
 
The books featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools. In 2022, the American Library Association tracked the highest number of attempted book bans since ALA began compiling data about censorship in libraries more than 20 years ago; 2,571 unique titles were challenged last year, up from 1,858 in 2021. Learn more at ala.org/bbooks. By focusing on efforts across the country to remove or restrict access to books, Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship.

Celebrate the right to read. The Goffstown Public Library supports your Constitutional right to access the information you want and hopes you will exercise that right by reading a challenged book. Visit the Library to interact with this week's banned book displays and check out a book.

Banned Books Week is an annual week-long event celebrating the freedom to read, highlighting the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community – librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types – in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.

CONTACT: Dianne Hathaway  603-497-2102  dianneh@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Books Unite Us. Censorship Divides Us.

When we ban books, we're closing off readers to people, places, and perspectives. But when we stand up for stories, we unleash the power that lies inside every book. We liberate the array of voices that need to be heard and the scenes that need to be seen. Let freedom read!
 
The books featured during Banned Books Week have all been targeted for removal or restriction in libraries and schools. In 2022, the American Library Association tracked the highest number of attempted book bans since ALA began compiling data about censorship in libraries more than 20 years ago; 2,571 unique titles were challenged last year, up from 1,858 in 2021. Learn more at ala.org/bbooks. By focusing on efforts across the country to remove or restrict access to books, Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship.

Celebrate the right to read. The Goffstown Public Library supports your Constitutional right to access the information you want and hopes you will exercise that right by reading a challenged book. Visit the Library to interact with this week's banned book displays and check out a book.

Banned Books Week is an annual week-long event celebrating the freedom to read, highlighting the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community – librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types – in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.

CONTACT:
  Dianne Hathaway
  603.497.2102
   dianneh@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Thursday October 5, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Movers and Groovers

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Friday October 6, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1:00 PM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 9 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 9 spaces available.

Saturday October 7, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Saturday Family Drop-In Story Time

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Monday October 9, 2023
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
LIBRARY OPEN

The Library is open during Indigenous Peoples' Day.

CONTACT: Dianne Hathaway  603-497-2102  dianneh@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

The Library is open during Indigenous Peoples' Day.

CONTACT:
  Dianne Hathaway
  603.497.2102
   dianneh@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Tuesday October 10, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Tuesdays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Thursday October 12, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Movers and Groovers

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Friday October 13, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1:00 PM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 9 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 9 spaces available.

Saturday October 14, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Fall Book SaleThe Friends of the Library will be hosting their book sale on the lawn of the Library. RAIN or SHINE.

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. is the $10 bag sale - bring your own reusable shopping bag.

  • Books are: sorted & categorized, all new donations, not picked over, and never scanned.
  • Volunteers for this event are always needed, please let us know if you can lend a hand at the email or phone # below. Please get in touch if you can volunteer for setup the week of and/or the day of the event.
  • The Friends will also be collecting donations from the public through Friday, September 29. Just drop off books (in bags or boxes, please) at the Goffstown Public Library during business hours only. We cannot accept damaged or textbooks or damaged books, VHS cassettes, Reader's Digest condensed books, encyclopedias or magazines, or titles that are dusty or moldy. Book donation collecting will resume on Monday, October 23.
  • See the event on Facebook at https://fb.me/e/2Nkh4E5OW
CONTACT: Friends of the Goffstown Public Library  603-497-2102  friends@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Friends of the Library Book Fall Book SaleThe Friends of the Library will be hosting their book sale on the lawn of the Library. RAIN or SHINE.

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. is the $10 bag sale - bring your own reusable shopping bag.

  • Books are: sorted & categorized, all new donations, not picked over, and never scanned.
  • Volunteers for this event are always needed, please let us know if you can lend a hand at the email or phone # below. Please get in touch if you can volunteer for setup the week of and/or the day of the event.
  • The Friends will also be collecting donations from the public through Friday, September 29. Just drop off books (in bags or boxes, please) at the Goffstown Public Library during business hours only. We cannot accept damaged or textbooks or damaged books, VHS cassettes, Reader's Digest condensed books, encyclopedias or magazines, or titles that are dusty or moldy. Book donation collecting will resume on Monday, October 23.
  • See the event on Facebook at https://fb.me/e/2Nkh4E5OW
CONTACT:
  Friends of the Goffstown Public Library
  603.497.2102
   friends@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Saturday Family Drop-In Story Time

Special Edition: Join Ms. Corey in celebrating the Pumpkin Regatta with stories and a craft! Craft will be available until 1:00 p.m. (while supplies last).

No registration required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Special Edition: Join Ms. Corey in celebrating the Pumpkin Regatta with stories and a craft! Craft will be available until 1:00 p.m. (while supplies last).

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Tuesday October 17, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Tuesdays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM
Kids' Garden Club

Tilted watering can with water droplets sprinkling out of spout.For grades 1-5.

Join us as we learn about helpful and harmful insects and growing our own food and flowers.

Registration required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

Tilted watering can with water droplets sprinkling out of spout.For grades 1-5.

Join us as we learn about helpful and harmful insects and growing our own food and flowers.

Registration required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

Wednesday October 18, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Pokémon Passion Club

For kids in grades 1-5.

Love Pokemon? Drop in to talk, trade, and play with the other Poke-fans!

No registration required.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

For kids in grades 1-5.

Love Pokemon? Drop in to talk, trade, and play with the other Poke-fans!

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Reading with Candy the Reading Therapy Dog

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT: Patti  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT:
  Patti
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

Thursday October 19, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Movers and Groovers

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Friday October 20, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1:00 PM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 9 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 9 spaces available.

Saturday October 21, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Saturday Family Drop-In Story Time

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Tuesday October 24, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Tuesdays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM
Kids' Graphic Novel Book Club

orange and red comic starburstA monthly book club for kids in grades 2-4.

This month's title is Tiger vs. Nightmare by Emily Tetri. Come ready to talk about what you loved and what you didn't, and to learn more about reading and making comics!

Books will be available at the Circulation Desk, call or stop by and request your copy.

Registration is required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 5 spaces available.

orange and red comic starburstA monthly book club for kids in grades 2-4.

This month's title is Tiger vs. Nightmare by Emily Tetri. Come ready to talk about what you loved and what you didn't, and to learn more about reading and making comics!

Books will be available at the Circulation Desk, call or stop by and request your copy.

Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 5 spaces available.

 
rec_yarn.png
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Knit & Crochet Club

basket of yarnAll knitters & crocheters are welcome, all ages, and all levels of experience! At the October meeting, we'll be collecting hats and scarves for women, men, and children to be donated to Families in Transition, www.fitnh.org. For each item, please bring in the yarn label, or tag it with fiber care and content. Thank you!

No registration required, join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Please sign up if you would like an email reminder to attend. When you register - you will be signed up for reminders for each month in 2023.

CONTACT: Tammy Gross  603-497-2102  tammyg@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor Meeting Room
There are many spaces available.

basket of yarnAll knitters & crocheters are welcome, all ages, and all levels of experience! At the October meeting, we'll be collecting hats and scarves for women, men, and children to be donated to Families in Transition, www.fitnh.org. For each item, please bring in the yarn label, or tag it with fiber care and content. Thank you!

No registration required, join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Please sign up if you would like an email reminder to attend. When you register - you will be signed up for reminders for each month in 2023.

CONTACT:
  Tammy Gross
  603.497.2102
   tammyg@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor Meeting Room

There are many spaces available.

Wednesday October 25, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Drop in Chess

For kids in grades 1-5.

Drop in and play some chess. Players of similar experience levels will be paired together to play. Beginners will work with Mr. Kyle to learn the basics. If there are more players than chess boards play time may be limited.

No registration required.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Library, Children's Room

For kids in grades 1-5.

Drop in and play some chess. Players of similar experience levels will be paired together to play. Beginners will work with Mr. Kyle to learn the basics. If there are more players than chess boards play time may be limited.

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Library, Children's Room

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Reading with Candy the Reading Therapy Dog

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT: Patti  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT:
  Patti
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

Thursday October 26, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Movers and Groovers

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM
Ghostly Gala

For kids in grades 1-5.

Join us for some spooky “minute-to-win-it” challenges, a story, and something delicious to munch on!

Registration required.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 8 spaces available.

For kids in grades 1-5.

Join us for some spooky “minute-to-win-it” challenges, a story, and something delicious to munch on!

Registration required.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 8 spaces available.

Friday October 27, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
11:00 AM
Spooktacular Halloween Party

For kids in preschool through kindergarten.

Join us for some not-too-scary stories, activities, and refreshments.

Registration required.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 15 spaces available.

For kids in preschool through kindergarten.

Join us for some not-too-scary stories, activities, and refreshments.

Registration required.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 15 spaces available.

Saturday October 28, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Saturday Family Drop-In Story Time

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Monday October 30, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Little Math Wizards

For ages 3-5 with active caregiver participation.

Listen to a story and then engage in simple early math literacy concepts such as sorting, shape/number recognition, & counting through fun games & activities. Discover simple ways to engage your child at home and increase their (and maybe your own) confidence and comfort level with math!

Registration required.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 5 spaces available.

For ages 3-5 with active caregiver participation.

Listen to a story and then engage in simple early math literacy concepts such as sorting, shape/number recognition, & counting through fun games & activities. Discover simple ways to engage your child at home and increase their (and maybe your own) confidence and comfort level with math!

Registration required.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 5 spaces available.

Tuesday October 31, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Tuesdays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Wednesday November 1, 2023 - Thursday November 30, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1000 Books Before Kindergarten

a deer reading a book

For all kids from birth up through entering kindergarten.

The single most important thing you can do to prepare your children to read is to read to them every day. Research proves that children need to hear 1000 books before they begin to learn to read independently.

Reading to children will: increase their vocabulary, increase their listening and narrative skills, help to instill in them self-awareness and confidence, impart an understanding of their place in the world.

When the Library is open, you can visit the Children's Room to sign up in person. Online registration is available at goffstownlibrary.com/calendar. After your child has read their first 100 books, one of the rewards and incentives for this program is a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten tote bag!

Download & Print: Title Log (for parents), and Color-In Log (for kids).

For more information, including an Early Literacy Practices for Parents download, please visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/1000books.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
There are many spaces available.

a deer reading a book

For all kids from birth up through entering kindergarten.

The single most important thing you can do to prepare your children to read is to read to them every day. Research proves that children need to hear 1000 books before they begin to learn to read independently.

Reading to children will: increase their vocabulary, increase their listening and narrative skills, help to instill in them self-awareness and confidence, impart an understanding of their place in the world.

When the Library is open, you can visit the Children's Room to sign up in person. Online registration is available at goffstownlibrary.com/calendar. After your child has read their first 100 books, one of the rewards and incentives for this program is a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten tote bag!

Download & Print: Title Log (for parents), and Color-In Log (for kids).

For more information, including an Early Literacy Practices for Parents download, please visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/1000books.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

There are many spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
Goffstown Seed Library

"Borrow" seeds to start your gardens! Located on the third floor, the Seed Library is now available to "check out". The steps are simple: choose what seed varieties you want, fill out the sign-out sheet with your selections, and enjoy!

This project is based on the honor system, so a staff member is not needed to "check out" seeds. When using the Seed Library, take what you need but remember to leave enough for others.

We're also collecting harvested seeds at the end of the summer, so please note that you would like to participate in that when you're filling out the sign-out sheet.

Happy gardening and be sure to use #goffstownlibrary to share your Seed Library bounty!

The Goffstown Seed Library is made possible by the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library and the New Hampshire Free Seed Program.

CONTACT: Caroline Kenney  603-497-2102  carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor

"Borrow" seeds to start your gardens! Located on the third floor, the Seed Library is now available to "check out". The steps are simple: choose what seed varieties you want, fill out the sign-out sheet with your selections, and enjoy!

This project is based on the honor system, so a staff member is not needed to "check out" seeds. When using the Seed Library, take what you need but remember to leave enough for others.

We're also collecting harvested seeds at the end of the summer, so please note that you would like to participate in that when you're filling out the sign-out sheet.

Happy gardening and be sure to use #goffstownlibrary to share your Seed Library bounty!

The Goffstown Seed Library is made possible by the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library and the New Hampshire Free Seed Program.

CONTACT:
  Caroline Kenney
  603.497.2102
   carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor

Wednesday November 1, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Reading with Candy the Reading Therapy Dog

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT: Patti  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT:
  Patti
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

Thursday November 2, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Movers and Groovers

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Friday November 3, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1:00 PM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 9 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 9 spaces available.

Saturday November 4, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Saturday Family Drop-In Story Time

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Tuesday November 7, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Tuesdays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Tuesday, October 3 and meets once a week on Tuesdays for six weeks.

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Wednesday November 8, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Reading with Candy the Reading Therapy Dog

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT: Patti  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

A 4-Week Reading Program

Candy is our friendly canine friend who loves to listen to stories read to her by children. This program is designed to encourage readers entering kindergarten through grade 5 to practice their skills in a judgment-free environment.

Children reserve 15 minutes of one-on-one time each week to read with Candy at one of these times: 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, or 7:15pm.

Registration required. Please Note: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series. If the event is full, please call or email the event Contact to be placed on the waiting list.

CONTACT:
  Patti
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Friends of the Library

Libraries Change Lives

This is the Friends monthly meeting.

The Friends of the Goffstown Public Library is an association interested in the Goffstown Public Library, which supports the Library Bill of Rights, and offers the opportunity to focus public attention on and stimulate the use of the library. Visit www.goffstownfriends.com for more information.

The Friends usually meet on the second Wednesday of every month, please check the Library calendar for up-to-date scheduling.

CONTACT: Friends of the Library  603-497-2102  friends@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Libraries Change Lives

This is the Friends monthly meeting.

The Friends of the Goffstown Public Library is an association interested in the Goffstown Public Library, which supports the Library Bill of Rights, and offers the opportunity to focus public attention on and stimulate the use of the library. Visit www.goffstownfriends.com for more information.

The Friends usually meet on the second Wednesday of every month, please check the Library calendar for up-to-date scheduling.

CONTACT:
  Friends of the Library
  603.497.2102
   friends@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Thursday November 9, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Movers and Groovers

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Story time logoChildren 1 to 2 1/2 years old and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy a lively mix of stories, games, songs & movement activities.

Meets on Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, October 5.

Registration is required. PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room


Friday November 10, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 3 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 3 spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1:00 PM
Preschool Story Time Fridays

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 9 spaces available.

Children 2 1/2 years old through kindergarten are invited to enjoy stories, crafts & activities. Begins Friday, October 6 and meets once a week on Fridays for five weeks (no event on 10/27).

Registration required for one of the following times:

  • Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. OR
  • Friday at 9:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes all sessions for this event regardless of the date of sign-up. When you register - you will be signed up for all dates in this series.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 9 spaces available.

Wednesday November 15, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Pokémon Passion Club

For kids in grades 1-5.

Love Pokemon? Drop in to talk, trade, and play with the other Poke-fans!

No registration required.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

For kids in grades 1-5.

Love Pokemon? Drop in to talk, trade, and play with the other Poke-fans!

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Saturday November 18, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
9:30 AM
Saturday Family Drop-In Story Time

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Saturdays through November 18 (no event on 11/11). Families are invited to enjoy stories and activities together.

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

 
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Once Upon a Pie Baking Competition & Auction

The season’s favorite social event is back at a NEW location - Goffstown High School!
 
Bakers:
Pie Lovers:
  • Doors open to the public at 6:30 p.m. Invite your friends and family to eat pie for $3 a slice.
  • There will be awards and a public auction - take home a pie!
  • Find out who will be the grand prize winner, and which town department will prevail for bragging rights.

This event is hosted by the Goffstown Public Library Board of Trustees and the Goffstown Public Library Foundation. The Foundation is a not-for-profit organization formed to raise funds to support the capital needs of the Goffstown Public Library.

CONTACT: Library Board of Trustees  603-497-2102  trustees@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Cafeteria at Goffstown High School, 27 Wallace Road

The season’s favorite social event is back at a NEW location - Goffstown High School!
 
Bakers:
Pie Lovers:
  • Doors open to the public at 6:30 p.m. Invite your friends and family to eat pie for $3 a slice.
  • There will be awards and a public auction - take home a pie!
  • Find out who will be the grand prize winner, and which town department will prevail for bragging rights.

This event is hosted by the Goffstown Public Library Board of Trustees and the Goffstown Public Library Foundation. The Foundation is a not-for-profit organization formed to raise funds to support the capital needs of the Goffstown Public Library.

CONTACT:
  Library Board of Trustees
  603.497.2102
   trustees@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Cafeteria at Goffstown High School, 27 Wallace Road

Tuesday November 28, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM
Kids' Graphic Novel Book Club

orange and red comic starburstA monthly book club for kids in grades 2-4.

This month's title is TBD. Come ready to talk about what you loved and what you didn't, and to learn more about reading and making comics!

Books will be available at the Circulation Desk, call or stop by and request your copy.

Registration is required.

CONTACT: Corey Sisson  603-497-2102  coreys@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room
There are 8 spaces available.

orange and red comic starburstA monthly book club for kids in grades 2-4.

This month's title is TBD. Come ready to talk about what you loved and what you didn't, and to learn more about reading and making comics!

Books will be available at the Circulation Desk, call or stop by and request your copy.

Registration is required.

CONTACT:
  Corey Sisson
  603.497.2102
   coreys@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

There are 8 spaces available.

 
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Knit & Crochet Club

basket of yarnAll knitters & crocheters are welcome, all ages, and all levels of experience!

No registration required, join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Please sign up if you would like an email reminder to attend. When you register - you will be signed up for reminders for each month in 2023.

CONTACT: Tammy Gross  603-497-2102  tammyg@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor Meeting Room
There are many spaces available.

basket of yarnAll knitters & crocheters are welcome, all ages, and all levels of experience!

No registration required, join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Please sign up if you would like an email reminder to attend. When you register - you will be signed up for reminders for each month in 2023.

CONTACT:
  Tammy Gross
  603.497.2102
   tammyg@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor Meeting Room

There are many spaces available.

Friday December 1, 2023 - Sunday December 31, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
1000 Books Before Kindergarten

a deer reading a book

For all kids from birth up through entering kindergarten.

The single most important thing you can do to prepare your children to read is to read to them every day. Research proves that children need to hear 1000 books before they begin to learn to read independently.

Reading to children will: increase their vocabulary, increase their listening and narrative skills, help to instill in them self-awareness and confidence, impart an understanding of their place in the world.

When the Library is open, you can visit the Children's Room to sign up in person. Online registration is available at goffstownlibrary.com/calendar. After your child has read their first 100 books, one of the rewards and incentives for this program is a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten tote bag!

Download & Print: Title Log (for parents), and Color-In Log (for kids).

For more information, including an Early Literacy Practices for Parents download, please visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/1000books.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
There are many spaces available.

a deer reading a book

For all kids from birth up through entering kindergarten.

The single most important thing you can do to prepare your children to read is to read to them every day. Research proves that children need to hear 1000 books before they begin to learn to read independently.

Reading to children will: increase their vocabulary, increase their listening and narrative skills, help to instill in them self-awareness and confidence, impart an understanding of their place in the world.

When the Library is open, you can visit the Children's Room to sign up in person. Online registration is available at goffstownlibrary.com/calendar. After your child has read their first 100 books, one of the rewards and incentives for this program is a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten tote bag!

Download & Print: Title Log (for parents), and Color-In Log (for kids).

For more information, including an Early Literacy Practices for Parents download, please visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/1000books.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

There are many spaces available.

 
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
Goffstown Seed Library

"Borrow" seeds to start your gardens! Located on the third floor, the Seed Library is now available to "check out". The steps are simple: choose what seed varieties you want, fill out the sign-out sheet with your selections, and enjoy!

This project is based on the honor system, so a staff member is not needed to "check out" seeds. When using the Seed Library, take what you need but remember to leave enough for others.

We're also collecting harvested seeds at the end of the summer, so please note that you would like to participate in that when you're filling out the sign-out sheet.

Happy gardening and be sure to use #goffstownlibrary to share your Seed Library bounty!

The Goffstown Seed Library is made possible by the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library and the New Hampshire Free Seed Program.

CONTACT: Caroline Kenney  603-497-2102  carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor

"Borrow" seeds to start your gardens! Located on the third floor, the Seed Library is now available to "check out". The steps are simple: choose what seed varieties you want, fill out the sign-out sheet with your selections, and enjoy!

This project is based on the honor system, so a staff member is not needed to "check out" seeds. When using the Seed Library, take what you need but remember to leave enough for others.

We're also collecting harvested seeds at the end of the summer, so please note that you would like to participate in that when you're filling out the sign-out sheet.

Happy gardening and be sure to use #goffstownlibrary to share your Seed Library bounty!

The Goffstown Seed Library is made possible by the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library and the New Hampshire Free Seed Program.

CONTACT:
  Caroline Kenney
  603.497.2102
   carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor

Wednesday December 13, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Friends of the Library

Libraries Change Lives

This is the Friends monthly meeting.

The Friends of the Goffstown Public Library is an association interested in the Goffstown Public Library, which supports the Library Bill of Rights, and offers the opportunity to focus public attention on and stimulate the use of the library. Visit www.goffstownfriends.com for more information.

The Friends usually meet on the second Wednesday of every month, please check the Library calendar for up-to-date scheduling.

CONTACT: Friends of the Library  603-497-2102  friends@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Libraries Change Lives

This is the Friends monthly meeting.

The Friends of the Goffstown Public Library is an association interested in the Goffstown Public Library, which supports the Library Bill of Rights, and offers the opportunity to focus public attention on and stimulate the use of the library. Visit www.goffstownfriends.com for more information.

The Friends usually meet on the second Wednesday of every month, please check the Library calendar for up-to-date scheduling.

CONTACT:
  Friends of the Library
  603.497.2102
   friends@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library

Wednesday December 20, 2023
GOFFSTOWN/kids
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Pokémon Passion Club

For kids in grades 1-5.

Love Pokemon? Drop in to talk, trade, and play with the other Poke-fans!

No registration required.

CONTACT: Patti Penick  603-497-2102  pattip@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

For kids in grades 1-5.

Love Pokemon? Drop in to talk, trade, and play with the other Poke-fans!

No registration required.

CONTACT:
  Patti Penick
  603.497.2102
   pattip@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Children's Room

Tuesday December 26, 2023
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Knit & Crochet Club

basket of yarnAll knitters & crocheters are welcome, all ages, and all levels of experience!

No registration required, join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Please sign up if you would like an email reminder to attend. When you register - you will be signed up for reminders for each month in 2023.

CONTACT: Tammy Gross  603-497-2102  tammyg@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor Meeting Room
There are many spaces available.

basket of yarnAll knitters & crocheters are welcome, all ages, and all levels of experience!

No registration required, join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Please sign up if you would like an email reminder to attend. When you register - you will be signed up for reminders for each month in 2023.

CONTACT:
  Tammy Gross
  603.497.2102
   tammyg@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Goffstown Public Library, Third Floor Meeting Room

There are many spaces available.

Thursday September 19, 2024
GOFFSTOWN/everyone
International Speak Like a Pirate Day

Blow me down and brush me barnacles — International Talk Like a Pirate Day is September 19! Make no bones about it — celebrating this holiday is fun for landlubbers and pirates alike.

Don’t just look like a pirate — talk like one, too. With Mango’s Pirate language course, you’ll learn everything you need to know to talk in perfect Pirate. Get started at www.goffstownlibrary.com/elibrary or when you download and install the Mango Languages app and sign in with your Goffstown Public Library card.

CONTACT: Caroline Kenney  603-497-2102  carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com
LOCATION: Virtual

Blow me down and brush me barnacles — International Talk Like a Pirate Day is September 19! Make no bones about it — celebrating this holiday is fun for landlubbers and pirates alike.

Don’t just look like a pirate — talk like one, too. With Mango’s Pirate language course, you’ll learn everything you need to know to talk in perfect Pirate. Get started at www.goffstownlibrary.com/elibrary or when you download and install the Mango Languages app and sign in with your Goffstown Public Library card.

CONTACT:
  Caroline Kenney
  603.497.2102
   carolinek@goffstownlibrary.com

LOCATION: Virtual


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