Kimball Library News 10/26/2020

Library card renewal is underway, so please take a moment to stop by. This is done in person with proof of identification and address. If you are unable to come in right now, please call us and we can give you an extension for a month or two until you are able to come by. Not comfortable entering the building? No worries, we can view your license through our window panes near the front desk. Please make your renewal a priority so you don’t experience an interruption in services.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE CLUB: This is not your average story time. This is a story time where YOU get to decide what happens!

Jump on Zoom to listen to Miss Daniele read a Choose Your Own Adventure book (we'll be starting out with The Abominable Snowman) and when we're faced with a choice, the brave kiddos listening will be the ones to choose! If the group cannot decide, we'll roll some dice to discover which way we're heading. This is guaranteed to be the most exciting story time ever!

We'll aim to finish a book each month, by meeting up on Zoom once a week. This new adventure is starting in November on Mondays at 5 PM. Register grades 1-5 so you can receive the link to participate.

READER’S THEATER: Get your reading and drama practice ON! Reader’s Theater is a fun way to expand your reading and speaking skills. Join other children in grades 2-5 on Zoom Thursday, November 12th at 6:30 PM.

We have the plays and will email the script to you so you can practice your part or it could be available for pick-up. Register ASAP to get your Zoom link and a script will be prepared for you. Maybe this will be your start toward Broadway and the big world out there!

ZOOM DANCE PARTY: Bring your dancing shoes and wear your favorite outfit, then meet us on Zoom for a fun dance party! Miss Daniele will lead the dancing for a few movement exercises and fun stretches, and the rest of the party will be fun music and the space to dance your heart out with your friends online. So spread the word and join the fun!  This fun-tastic event will take place November 18^th at 3:30 PM. When you register, you will receive a Zoom link so you can join the party! All ages are welcome but this dancing gig is geared for ages 2 to 6.

COMICS IN WORLD HISTORY AND CULTURE WITH MAREK BENNETT VIA ZOOM (NH HUMANITIES): Marek Bennett presents a whirlwind look at comics around the world and throughout history, through the lens of multicultural education. Bennett engages and involves the audience in an interactive discussion of several sample comics representing cultures such as: Ancient Rome, Medieval Europe, the Ancient Maya, Feudal and modern Japan, the United States in the early 20th century, and Nazi Germany during World War II. The program explores the various ways of creating and reading comics from around the world, and what these techniques tell us about the cultures in which they occur.

Please register for this event happening on November 19^th at 6:30 PM. This engaging program is sponsored by the Friends of the Kimball Library and the New Hampshire Humanities.

HOLIDAY CLOSING: Please note that the Kimball Library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11^th  2020 in honor of Veterans Day. Stock up accordingly. Here’s a reminder that digital streaming services such as Overdrive Downloadable Books, Kanopy, and Hoopla are open 24/7 with a current card in good standing. Happy reading, listening, and viewing!

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a ‘human’.

Kimball Library News 10/19/2020

There are some exciting new items in the Youth Department!

Book Bundles are tote bags full of 6 picture books, a craft, and activity ideas to do at home all around a theme. Our themes include Music, Shapes, Froggies, Clothing, Pets, and more! Book Bundles are intended for children in Pre-K but anyone can enjoy them.

Adventure Packs are BRAND NEW drawstring packs themed around the beloved Magic Tree House Series. For anyone who hasn’t read them, each Magic Tree House book brings the siblings Jack and Annie to a different time and place where they explore history while trying to make it back home in one piece! Each pack holds one Magic Tree House book as well as 3 other titles that support the theme, as well as activity ideas to do at home. Adventure Packs are designed for kids in Grades 1-5.

Both the Book Bundles and the Adventure Packs are available for a regular 3 week check out. Crafts do not need to be returned, only the books and the bag do. Call us with any questions or to reserve a bundle for pick up, st (603) 362-5234 x2 or ask the main desk to transfer you to the Youth Department.

HALLOWEEN AT THE KIMBALL LIBRARY:  We’re open 10-3pm on Halloween, so stop by the Library on that day to show off your costume. We’ll be giving small bags of candy and a craft kit to each and every kiddo who stops by the Library until supplies last. You can take the craft kits home to make your very own funny monster magnet. Don’t forget to check out a scary Halloween book while you’re here.

ALSO, we have a spooktacular surprise for the younger ones in the family! Watch our friend Jungle Jim as he transforms into Dr. Junglestein! Jungle Jim is an amazing performer who has all kinds of magical tricks and funny props up his sleeves. He’s put on a show to record just for us here at Kimball Library. You can watch it anytime from now until November 15th when the link expires. Get ready to interact and have a laugh. Don’t miss his wild finale when he disappears into a giant balloon! (For all ages, but especially geared for ages 3-9.) 

Where can you find this link? It went out in our bimonthly electronic newsletter, it is posted on our website, and it also is making an appearance on our Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram accounts. Meanwhile, Happy Haunting to all!

CITY OF GHOSTS: Our next T/ween Book Discussion group will meet Wednesday, November 4th at 6:30pm to talk about City of Ghosts by Victoria Schwab.

After a near-death experience, Cass discovers that she can see ghosts. When she meets a mysterious girl who shares her supernatural power, they begin working together to send ghosts beyond the Veil between the world of the living and the world of the dead. But can this new friend be trusted? How much does Cass not know? And will her powers be any match for the sinister Red Raven?

We’ll meet in the person with masks to talk all things creepy, mysterious, and otherworldly. The book is available on Hoopla as an audiobook. You won’t want to miss out!

YOU COULD WIN: One week’s lodging at The Mountain View Resort has been generously donated to the Friends of the Kimball Library. The dates are during Timberlane School District’s vacation week, February 21-28, 2021. Total occupancy of the unit is 8 persons and it is a beautifully equipped 3-floor condominium in scenic North Conway, NH. (mt-view-resort.com).

Tickets are $20 each and there are only 500 printed. You can purchase your chances at the Kimball Library. Tickets are on sale NOW and will be until the drawing on Wednesday, November 25, 2020.

HOLIDAY CLOSING: Please note that the Kimball Library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11^th  2020 in honor of Veterans Day. Stock up accordingly. Here’s a reminder that digital streaming services such as Overdrive Downloadable Books, Kanopy, and Hoopla are open 24/7 with a current card in good standing. Happy reading, listening, and viewing!

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a ‘human’.

Kimball Library News 10/12/2020

One week’s lodging at The Mountain View Resort has been donated to the Friends of the Kimball Library by an Atkinson resident. The dates are during Timberlane School District’s vacation week February 21-28, 2021. Total occupancy of the unit is 8 persons and it is a beautifully equipped 3-floor condominium in scenic North Conway, NH. (mt-view-resort.com).

Tickets are $20 each and there are only 500 printed. You can purchase your chances at the Kimball Library. Tickets are on sale NOW and will be until the drawing on Wednesday, November 25, 2020.

TEEN NIGHT IN (HALLOWEEN EDITION): Register for a virtual Halloween Party with not just Kimball Library, but tons of libraries throughout New Hampshire! Teens from all over the state will be throwing down on Zoom, so you don’t want to miss out. There will be a costume contest (so dress to impress), candy challenges, games (Werewolf, anyone?), and maybe even some surprises along the way. Register now on our online calendar to join our Zoom party to have a SCARY GOOD TIME!

This event will be for teens and tweens on Friday, October 30^th from 6-8:00 PM. Here is the rundown of the night:

6 - 6:15 Candy Challenge!

6:15 - 7 Let's play some Werewolf!

7 - 7:15 Show off your costumes!

7:15 - 8 Trivia!

Come for one thing, or stay for everything. It's up to you!

Bonus: Register by October 23rd to pick up a goody bag here at the Library! There will be candy (of course) but… some of this candy might have come from… the grave!

COMICS IN WORLD HISTORY AND CULTURE WITH MAREK BENNETT VIA ZOOM (NH HUMANITIES):  Marek Bennett presents a whirlwind look at comics around the world and throughout history, through the lens of multicultural education. Bennett engages and involves the audience in an interactive discussion of several sample comics representing cultures such as: Ancient Rome, Medieval Europe, the Ancient Maya, Feudal and modern Japan, the United States in the early 20th century, and Nazi Germany during World War II. The program explores the various ways of creating and reading comics from around the world, and what these techniques tell us about the cultures in which they occur.

About the presenter: NH-based cartoonist, musician, and educator Marek Bennett leads discovery-based Comic Workshops for all ages throughout New England and the world beyond.  His comics work includes the graphic novel series, The Civil War Diary of Freeman Colby, the history webcomic Live Free and Draw, and the travel memoir, Slovakia: Fall in the Heart of Europe. He plays Civil War folk music with The Hardtacks and with The Cold River Ranters.

This informative and engaging event is sponsored by the Friends of the Kimball Library and the New Hampshire Humanities. It is free and open to the public. Please register for this virtual event taking place on Thursday, November 19^th, at 6:30 PM.

HOLIDAY CLOSING: Please note that the Kimball Library will be closed on November 11, 2020 in honor of Veterans Day. Stock up accordingly. Here’s a reminder that digital streaming services such as Overdrive Downloadable Books, Kanopy, and Hoopla are open 24/7 will a current card in good standing. Happy reading, listening, and viewing!

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a ‘human’.

Kimball Library News 10/5/2020

It’s that time of year where everyone is being required to renew their library card. This is done in person with proof of identification and address. If you are unable to come in right now, please call us and we can give you an extension for a month or two until you are able to come by. Not comfortable entering the building? No worries, we can view your license through our window panes near the front desk. Please make your renewal a priority so you don’t experience an interruption in services.

ZOOM DANCE PARTY: Everybody needs a dance break! Join us on Zoom to learn some new dance moves with Miss Daniele. Everyone will have a chance to show off their moves in the 'spotlight', and if they want, can teach everyone their OWN funky moves. We'll provide the music, you bring the fun.

This program is geared for younger kiddos but anyone can join! (Think: Happy' by Pharrell Williams, or 'Can't Stop This Feeling' by Justin Timberlake). Get your groove on October 14 at 3:30 PM. You must register in advance to receive the Zoom link. Grandparents and parents are welcome to dance along with the littles!

Email dguest@kimballlibrary.com with any questions (or song requests!)

FRIENDS FUND RAISER:  The Friends of Kimball Library are having a SPECIAL FUND RAISER. An Atkinson resident has donated one week’s lodging at The Mountain View Resort. The dates are during Timberlane vacation week February 21-28, 2021. Total occupancy of the unit is 8 persons and it is a beautifully equipped 3-floor condominium in scenic North Conway, NH. (mt-view-resort.com).

Tickets are $20 each and there are only 500 printed. You can purchase your chances at the Kimball Library, 5 Academy Avenue in Atkinson, NH. Tickets are on sale NOW and will be until the drawing on Wednesday, November 25, 2020.

READERS THEATER: Get your reading and drama practice ON! Reader’s Theater is a fun way to expand your reading and speaking skills. Join other children in grades 2-5 on Zoom Thursday, October 15 at 6:30 PM. Register ASAP to get your Zoom link and a script will be prepared for you.

We have the plays and will email the script to you so you can practice your part or it could be available for pick-up. Maybe this will be your start toward Broadway and the big world out there!

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a ‘human’.