Gale Library News - July 29, 2021
Gale Library News – 7/29/21
By Hayley Van-Gils
Great News! The Gale Library is the recipient of $1548 in grant funding with gratitude for federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the New Hampshire State Library (NHSL). The grant funds received will support the Gale Library’s efforts to offer educational STEM programming and active play options.
Using these grant funds, the library will purchase a Mobile STEM Station with assorted STEM Kits and a variety of themed Learning Backpacks for children. The portable Learning Backpacks contain a collection of educational tools for children to learn in a fun way and may be checked out for home usage.
To learn more about the Gale Library’s services and resources, visit https: https://www.newton-nh.gov/gale-library or drop by the library at 16 South Main St., Newton, NH.
Thursday, August 5th 6:30pm: Cruising New Hampshire History, Zoom Program: New Hampshire history is uniquely on display along the highways of the Granite State. The New Hampshire roadside historical markers commemorate significant events and individuals from the first settlers arriving in 1623 to notable individuals who helped define what New Hampshire is today.
New Hampshire also played a major role in the birth of our nation. From Revolutionary battlefields to individuals of political influence, the Granite State has made an indelible mark on history. This book explores the 255 New Hampshire historical markers that dot the state highways and roads. Each marker is described with its location (to include GPS coordinates), date installed, marker inscription, and expanded historical references of this event/individual. Information may also be provided about other points of interest in the vicinity of the historical marker.
Zoom program with Author Michael Bruno! Email or call to register and we will send you the Zoom Link… 603-382-4691!
Gale Library - No appointment needed! The Gale Library is now open for public visits without an appointment! The scheduled hours are Mondays and Wednesdays 12-6 p.m. and Tuesdays and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please continue to place returned library materials in the book return book on the front porch. Curbside pickup is still available for those who would like to use it.
Wednesday, August 4th at 2:30 p.m: Cribbage Games! Cribbage Games: Are you interested to join fellow cribbage game players on an afternoon for an hour or so? We would like to resume our games on a monthly basis on Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. The first scheduled date is Wednesday, August 4 at 2:30 p.m. If you are interested to sign up, please call us at (603) 382-4691.
FOR THE CHILDREN:
Mondays, at 4:00 p.m: Teen Read Aloud! Join us live on Facebook every Monday at 4 p.m for our read aloud of the amazing fiction title Fablehaven, written by Brandon Mull! Don’t worry… If you’ve missed the first few chapters you can visit our YouTube page to catch up!
Tuesday's at 10am: Preschool Story Time 'Drive In' style! Join us in person every Tuesday at 10am for preschool story time! Call us to sign up, drive in and reverse into an allocated space, sit in your trunk and enjoy story time! Ms. Hayley will read a collection of stories, sing some songs and we'll even have our themed craft kits ready for outdoor pick up! PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO STORY TIME ON AUGUST 10!
Wednesday 8/4 1pm Wacky Wednesday Family Fun Via Zoom: Join us as we explore mask making. Craft kits are needed so be sure to register for this program by calling us 603-382-4691!
Wednesday, 8/4 4pm Tween Time Live at the Town Hall: Suitable for ages 10+ and sign up is a must… Join us as have some tie dye fun! Space is limited so register for this program now by emailing the kid’s room galelibyouthservices@comcast.net!
Saturday, 8/7 10am STEAM Saturday Live at the Town Hall: We’ll be getting creative in this family fun STEAM challenge, Boat building… curious, intrigued, excited!? Then sign up now to book your program kits and save your spot! Email the kid’s room galelibyouthservices@comcast.net.