Kimball Library News 10/23/17

Novice knitters and beginning crochet kids gathered on Mondays during the summer to learn how to make baby hats for charity.  These hats were donated to the Pregnancy Care Center in Haverhill, MA.  The ‘Stitch-a-Bit’ kids started in January and are continuing to meet on Mondays between 2:30 and 4:30pm at the Kimball Library in Atkinson, NH.  Children take the bus here after school to knit and crochet with their peers.  We have seasoned teachers to help us out.  All youth ages 10 and up are welcome.  One bus from each school (Atkinson Academy, TRMS, TRHS) does drop at the library.  Make arrangements through your school if you’d like to take advantage.

Also, crafty folks considered ‘adults’ gather weekly to work on stitch projects.  Please consider joining the “Needle Crafters” on Wednesday mornings from 10:30-noon.  Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, rug braiding, quilting or another form of needle work come join us. This informal gathering is a fun meet-up for those who are currently working on projects or who wish to start one. Are you stuck on a stitch or confused by a pattern? Most likely someone in the group can help. It is a great group to get some ideas for beginning new projects as well. This weekly meet and greet group enjoys conversation can even find themselves in stiches of laughter while they are stitching away.  Come alone or bring a friend. All experience levels and ages are welcome. You do not need to be an Atkinson resident - All are invited. Please bring your own supplies.

TUMBLEBOOKS: Hey kids—are you required to read for a certain amount of time every night?  Is that hard for you to do?  You can use Tumblebooks to help you out!

Did you know that Kimball Library is a TumbleBook library? What are TumbleBooks? How do you access them? Why is this AWESOME? Don't worry, we have you covered.

What are TumbleBooks?  TumbleBooks are interactive online books that your child can read or have read to them. There are chapter books, language based books, story books, non fiction books, puzzles and games, videos and even playlists! No matter what your child enjoys, TumbleBooks has you covered.
TumbleBooks says, "The TumbleBookLibrary provides enrichment to students who are reading independently with a variety of high interest material. It also provides support to students who require skill building with a variety of exercises that can be matched with other areas of the curriculum. In general, TumbleBooks are a great addition to any reading program that can be worked on independently by each student or by the whole class."

Why is this AWESOME?  Technology is important in the world around us.  We embrace it to allow computer time to be educational for children.

Okay, you've sold me.  How do I access it?  It's easy!  You can always access TumbleBooks through www.kimballlibrary.com.  There is even a mobile app.  You will need need your library card number. Check it out!

HAPPY FOR HOT WHEELS: Calling all elementary aged kids who like cars, trucks, racing, building, and speed! We will be having a hot wheels craft, read aloud book, and tons of supplies for building hot wheels racing tracks. Bring a friend and work as a team, or work on your own to make something uniquely yours. Try out your track with our mini toy cars and be eligible to win a blue or gold ribbon! Sign up Pre-K through Grade 5 students for Saturday, November 18^th at 10:30am by visiting our website or calling us on the phone.

At 12:00pm when the cars are ready to park in the garage, we’ll have an optional Hot Wheels movie showing. Please bring a bagged lunch to eat while watching the movie if you decide to stay. 

HOLIDAY HOURS: The library will be closed on a Thanksgiving haitus from Thursday, November 23-Friday, November 24.  We are open our usual November 22 (Thanksgiving Eve) until 8pm, and our usual Saturday hours 10-3 on the 25^th.  Stock up accordingly to keep the two day loans as long as possible.  (Take them on Tuesday and keep them until Saturday before we close.)  Happy Thanksgiving to all!

MORE INFO: Go to www.kimballlibrary.com and not only read the posts on the page, but also click the calendar icon and see each event for the month and months to come.  Please also ‘like’ us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Flickr, Blogspot and Instagram.  Just send your email address by text message: text KIMBALLLIBRARY to 22828 to get on our newsletter mailing list.  You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234.