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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

New Look for Auto Repair Reference Center @ Your Library

The EBSCO Auto Repair Reference Center online resource has been updated. Key features of the update include: increased repair coverage – more than 37,000 vehicles included, user-friendly navigation, ability to print/email/save high-quality PDF records, and On-Board Diagnostics (OBD II) codes with description and troubleshooting information. This resource is available at www.hooksettlibrary.org using your library card number and password. To learn more about the new Auto Repair Reference Center, you can also attend one of EBSCO’s free online training sessions at http://training.ebsco.com. Please speak to a staff member if you have questions about using the library's online resources.

History, Science & Current Events @ Your Library

Did You Know...That you can access online resources for homework and research through your library's website. Try American History Online, Science Online or Issues & Controversies today and be better prepared for your next research paper or school project. These resources are trustworthy, comprehensive and available online 24/7 using your Hooksett library card number and password. Visit www.hooksettlibrary.org and learn more about the educational online resources available through your library! Please speak to a staff member if you have questions about using the library's online resources.

Family Astronomy Night Returns @ Your Library

Wednesday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. - Use the library’s telescopes to view craters on the moon, the rings around Saturn, and the moons of Jupiter! Bob Veilleux, retired Astronomy Teacher and Planetarium Educator at the McAuliffe Shepard Discovery Center in Concord, will demonstrate how easy it is to borrow and use the library’s new telescopes. Attendees will have an opportunity to look at some fantastic celestial objects using the telescopes! Please register online for this program.

Staying Healthy & Out Of The Medical Loop @ Your Library

Tuesday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m. - Presented by Sally Humphries, Owner of Food for Life. This lecture will teach you lifestyle and diet tips for staying healthy and out of the medical loop. Mrs. Humphries has 27 years of common sense "plant medicine" and she is still learning. Please join us to learn about her experiences and knowledge of plant medicine.

Woodworking For The Holidays @ Your Library

Tuesday, November 29 at 6:30 p.m. - Stephen Carey, local resident and woodworker, will talk about woodworking projects for the holidays. This presentation will be of interest to woodworkers, hobbiests or anyone that wants to learn how to get started. This is Mr. Carey's second presentation at the library and he will be focusing on gifts that he has made for others using his woodworking skills. Visit the library soon to see many of his works on display in the lobby!

Fall Prevention Workshop @ Your Library

Monday, November 28 at 10:00 A.M. - Every Step Matters - Minimizing Slips, Trips, and Falls: Each year, one in every three adults age 65 and older falls. Falls can lead to moderate to severe injuries, such as hip fractures and head traumas, and can even increase the risk of early death. Fortunately, falls are largely preventable. Learn facts about falls and tips on reducing the risk. Presented by a representative from the Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association, this workshop will be of interest to caregivers, older adults and others with an interest in the topic. Please register online for this workshop.

Speak Russian Day @ Your Library

Wednesday, November 16 - ALL DAY - Learn a Russian phrase or cultural fact and share it with a library staff member and you may win a prize! The Speak Russian Day @ Your Library event was organized to promote the library's subscription to Mango Language's Russian Course. Mango is the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language. Use your library card number and password to try it today!

Yoga Workshop @ Your Library

Tuesday, November 8 at 6:30 p.m. - You are invited to attend a community yoga class led by Anne Korzyniowski of Sarasvati Yoga. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be a few loaner mats. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Please register using this online registration form.

Local Author, Joe Smiga @ Your Library

Tuesday, November 15 at 6:30 p.m. - Please join us for a book talk by local author, Joe Smiga. He will discuss his latest thriller novel, Gateway to Terror. Mr. Smiga will also discuss tips for self publishing and writing a novel.

Australia's Convict Women @ Your Library

POSTPONED UNTIL WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 AT 6:30 P.M. - 25,000 women were transported from Great Britain to Australia...The Tin Ticket: The Heroic Journey of Australia’s Convict Women explores a largely neglected piece of women’s history in a fluid and riveting historical saga. Join us as author Deborah Swiss tells the story of three remarkable survivors, ordinary women who lived extraordinary lives as they triumphed over tragedy, relying on their resiliency and strength alongside friendships with one another.

Hooksett Celebrates - NH History Week

NH History Week - Flyer of Events - Here is a list of fantastic events that have been organized to celebrate NH History Week. There will be some very interesting speakers and events at venues in Hooksett, including your library!

Dr. Sherlock Holmes @ Your Library

Tuesday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m. - Medicine and Mystery Fans of the popular television show "House" know that it is based on Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories. They may not know how important the medical profession was to the first great detective. By examining Sherlock Holmes's detective in the context of Doyle's medical writings, Professor James Krasner's talk offers insights into the relationship between doctors and detectives. This program was made possible by the University of New Hampshire Speakers Bureau.

Oktoberfest Day @ Your Library

Wednesday, October 19 - ALL DAY - Visit our Oktoberfest Day @ your library, organized to promote the library’s subscription to Mango Language’s German Course. Learn a German phrase or cultural fact and tell it to a staff member and you may win a prize from our sponsor, Bavaria German Restaurant! 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.