Summer Marketplace Fair

Great Stone Face 2007 Winner!

Thanks to all who voted for the 2007 Great Stone Face nominees!! This year's winner is The Ghost's Grave with 477 votes out of 6031 total votes!

Memorial Day Holiday

The Hooksett Library will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 28th. We will resume our regular hours on Tuesday.

Edible Book Festival May 5th, 2007

Summer Reading Programs Planned

The Hooksett Library has two special programs planned for this summer:
Thursday, June 28th, 4:30 pm: Judy Pancoast, Singer/Performer

"Award-winning entertainer Judy Pancoast is an acclaimed children’s musical artist, hailed by parents as “filling the void between Barney and Britney.” Pancoast, who has made her mark composing age-appropriate songs for children, stands apart in a music industry that tends to serve up explicit songs to ever younger audiences. Judy Pancoast offers highly energetic concerts of original music. Entitled, Judy's Tune Room, the concerts are age-appropriate and self-contained."
"Her award-winning music and high-energy performance will delight audiences young and old."
The Manchester Union Leader

Thursday, August 16th, 6:00 pm: Simon Brooks, Storyteller

"Simon Brooks performs tales with energy and wit. Telling folktales, myths and legends from all over the world, he brings characters like Ananzi the Spider, the trickster Raven, Wayland Smith, Merlin and Dionysus vividly to life. From the world of stories Simon captivates his audience with unique voices to animate characters and with expressive body language, he truly brings the stories to life."

LIBRARY DISPLAY CELEBRATES HISTORY

In recognition of National Preservation Month and Hooksett Heritage Day on May 19, the Robie’s Country Store Historic Preservation Corp. and the Hooksett Heritage Commission have set up a display in the Hooksett Library’s front foyer with photos and artifacts of Hooksett’s past. Photos include a gathering at Indian Cliff in the 1947, K&D Texaco on 3A, and the scooter dealership in South Hooksett. Historical artifacts borrowed from the collection at Robie’s Store include cast iron toys, an egg grader, and kitchen tools, all of which have interesting stories to tell. Stop by during the month of May.

Guitar Hero Night 4/25/07

School Vacation Activities!!

Looking for something fun to do during your April school vacation? Stop by the Hooksett Library - we have a week packed with fun programs for all ages!

Mon. Apr. 23rd, 2:00pm: Build a Birdhouse!
7:00pm: Hooksett Goes to War!
Tues. Apr. 24th, 6:30pm: Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants movie and activities!
Weds. Apr. 25th, 2:00pm: Movie, "Charlotte's Web"
5:00pm: Guitar Hero II Game Night!
Thurs. Apr. 26th, 1:00pm: Magic Rock Puppet Show
Fri. Apr. 27th, 2:00pm: Movie, Eragon

More details on all these events can be found on our web site at http://www.hooksett.lib.nh.us/events.htm.

Hooksett Public Library Coffee House

Join us on Friday, Apr. 20th at 7:00 pm for our next Library Coffee House! The evening will start off with musical group, Cold Stream. All music types welcome. Fun for all ages! Coffee and goodies will be provided! A sound system will be available for performers.

Hooksett Goes To War!

Hooksett Public Library

presents:

Hooksett Goes To War!

Monday April 23rd

7:00 pm

Hebert Media Room

This film is the result of an Oral History Project conducted by the Hooksett Heritage Commission, featuring older residents of Hooksett relating their experiences during World War II. Hear stories about life as a WWII soldier including a man who was in the Bataan Death March and became a POW for the rest of the war, and a man whose ship was torpedoed and sunk. Learn about what life was like back home during the war: the rationing, the air raid wardens, and the worry, the help which neighbors provided each other and the celebrations when the war finally ended. Come hear the stories of our Greatest Generation as they lived through the country's greatest war!

Edible Book Festival at the Library

Inspired by what is known as the "International Edible Book Festival," the Hooksett Library will host its own Edible Book Festival as part of its annual Open House celebration on Saturday, May 5. Individuals or groups are cordially invited to participate by submitting their own edible book creations. All edible books must be "bookish" through the integration of text (for example: "20,000 Leeks Under the Sea," "Spamalot," "Don Quicheote," or "Booklava."), literary inspiration and/or simply the shape, and finally, must be family-friendly. Participants are asked to register by April 28th and may enter up to three submissions. The participants will be divided into three categories: youth, adults (18 and older), and groups such as businesses or schools. Gold, silver, and bronze awards will be given to the top three entries in each category. The general public in attendance will fulfill the role of judges. Event Schedule: setup from 9-10:30, judging from 10:30-12, presentation of awards from 12:15-12:30, and then eating the goods after the awards. To register or make further inquiries, contact us at 485-6092. Admission is free. For samples of edible books, click here.

Teen Read Awards!

Teens - Read a good book lately? Are you aware of the two book award programs aimed at teen readers just like you? The Isinglass Teen Read Award is aimed at 7th and 8th grade readers; The Flume: NH Teen Reader's Choice Award is geared toward readers in grades 9-12.

Now's the time to let your voice be heard - vote for your favorite books at the Hooksett Library or on our Teen Read Awards page! The polls close in a few weeks, so stop by soon! More information is available on our web site:

http://www.hooksett.lib.nh.us/awards.htm

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Reserve your copy at the library today! Available July 21st in print and on audio-CD.

eBay @ Your Library!

The Hooksett Public Library
presents:
eBay Buying and Selling Seminar!

Tuesday, Mar. 27th, 6:00 - 8:00pm

Learn the "ins and outs" of the wonderful world of eBay directly from an eBay certified instructor! When buying or selling, there are shortcuts, tricks and tips that will help you find the right product, see what items are selling (or NOT!) and learn the best way to win your auction. Let's talk eBay!

Please preregister by calling the library at 485-6092

or emailing hplbooks@hooksett.lib.nh.us

Women's Expo / Ladies Night at the Hooksett Library!

Ladies! Call your girlfriends and get ready to join us for an evening all about you!

Ladies Night at the Hooksett Library!

Saturday, March 24th

6:00 - 9:00pm

Did you enjoy the Women’s Expo at Manchester? Didn’t make it there but really wanted to? Well, join us for our own mini expo here at the library! We will have an arrangement of area businesses and organizations for women by women. Refreshments will be served, including sparkling cider and chocolate! So, call your girlfriends and come on out for a great evening! Oh, and did we mention it was free?

New Children's Room Computers and Games!

Stop by the Hooksett Library's children's room and take a look at our new computers! We've replaced the tired old computers with three fast new machines running Windows XP, and changed the collection of games available for kids to enjoy. We now have over 60 games installed on these computers, with the majority being donated games that are new to the library. Come in, check out a computer and have some fun!

Snow closing

The Hooksett Library is closing today (Mar. 2nd) due to the snow storm. We expect to resume our regular hours starting tomorrow.

Library Newsletter

The Hooksett Library's monthly print newsletters are now also available online! Save a tree, read the library news on the 'net! Just click the link above.

Hooksett Public Library Coffee House

Join us on Friday, Feb. 16th at 7:00 pm for our next Library Coffee House! The evening will start off with musical group, Cold Stream. All music types welcome. Fun for all ages! Coffee and goodies will be provided! A sound system will be available for performers.

The World of Reptiles at the Hooksett Library

Often feared and misunderstood, reptiles are among the most incredible and fascinating animals on the planet. Through demonstrations, discussion, and group participation, this program will allow your children an up-close look at turtles and snakes in a safe and respectful environment.

Group size is limited to 25 participants, so pre-registration is required. If there is enough interest we can book a second session after this one. This program is intended for children in grades 1-4.

For more information or to register, stop by the circulation desk at the library, call us at 485-6092 or email us at hplbooks@hooksett.lib.nh.us.