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!