Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Go Greek @ Your Library

Wednesday, February 15 - ALL DAY - Learn a Greek phrase or cultural fact using Mango Languages and you may win a prize from our sponsor, The Greek Man! Kids can get in on the fun by participating in our Percy Jackson and the Olympians scavenger hunt! Mango is the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language! Try it today using your library card number and password.

Friday, January 20, 2012

Fly Tying Class @ Your Library

Saturday, February 18 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Space is limited, please register online or by speaking with a library staff member. There is a $10.00 registration fee. The class is designed for adults; however children over twelve may attend if accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Merrimack River Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited & the Hooksett Library.

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Become An Amateur Astronomer @ Your Library

The Library's telescopes are now available to borrow. Use the telescopes to view craters on the moon, the rings around Saturn, and the moons of Jupiter! The Library’s participation in the Library Telescope Program was made possible by the New Hampshire Astronomical Society and the Hooksett Kiwanis Club. Ask a library staff member for more information and place a request to reserve a telescope today.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

College & Career Resources @ Your Library

LearningExpress Library (LEL) is an online resource that includes practice tests, exercises, and information you need to achieve the results you want—at school, at work, or in life. Study for the SAT, ACT, GED, Electrician's License Exam, Firefighter's Exam & more. LEL is available 24/7 at www.hooksettlibrary.org using your Hooksett library card number and password.

NEW eBooks @ Your Library

The library recently began purchasing additional eBooks for Hooksett library card holders. The new titles are available through the NH Downloadable Books website. Please view our list of NEW eBooks which we will update regularly.

Three important tips for eBook users:
Always login to your account first before searching for eBooks on the NH Downloadable Books website in order to see the complete collection available to you. Wait times for eBooks that the Hooksett Library owns will be much shorter than indicated by the number of patrons waiting for an eBook. Please place holds on eBooks that you want to read and we will continue to purchase the most popular titles.

Thank you and enjoy the new eBooks!

Monday, December 12, 2011

Positive Thinking Workshop @ Your Library

Monday, January 23 at 10:00 a.m. - Is your glass half-empty or half-full? Find out how positive thinking brings inner peace, improved relationships, better health, and satisfaction. Presented by a representative from the Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association. Please register online for this workshop.

Chinese New Year Celebration @ Your Library

Wednesday, January 18 - ALL DAY - Please visit the library and learn a Chinese (Mandarin) phrase or cultural fact using Mango Languages. If you participate you can add your name to the Library’s Chinese Dragon display and you may win a prize! Kids can visit the Children's Room to make a paper lantern, red envelope, and a dragon hat to celebrate the New Year!

Monday, November 28, 2011

6th Annual - Ladies Night Out @ Your Library

Thursday, January 26 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Mark your calendars! The Hooksett Public Library invites you to the 6th Annual Ladies Night Out at the library, featuring over 35 local vendors, free product samples, refreshments and fun for you and all the special women in your life. Browse and sample the wares and services of local businesses and organizations. Fabulous door prizes and a wide selection of jewelry, clothing, accessories, candles, crafts and more await you. Show your Hooksett library card and receive a free EXTRA ticket to win one of our fabulous door prizes!

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Fall Prevention Workshops @ Your Library

Friday, January 13 from 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Do you have concerns about falling? Learn ways to minimize the risk of falling and improve your balance. Presented by a representative from the Concord Regional VNA, this workshop series will benefit older adults. The workshop series will take place on Fridays, January 13 - March 2 (8 meetings) from 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Space is limited. Please register online or by speaking with a library staff member.