Kimball Library News 1/13/2020

By demand, we are offering education on bobcats!

UNDERSTANDING BOBCATS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE ~ NH FISH AND WILDLFE STEWARDS: Join us on Thursday,  February 20^th from 6:30-8:00 PM as a New Hampshire Fish and Wildlife Steward shares information about bobcats in the state.  Learn about the natural history of the elusive cat, its habitat needs and the status of the population.  Also, hear about the amazing federal funding mechanism that supports long-term research and is largely responsible for our country's abundant wildlife.

This popular topic is free and open to the public.  Register to attend this event, please.

10TH ANNUAL JACK FROST JAMBOREE: We have lots of fun events planned! Join us for some snappy winter fun on Saturday, January 25th, between 10:30 and 2:30. Think ‘winter carnival’ with a twist. The public is welcome and registration is not required. Come for some or all of the time. Take note of the list below to see what wintery adventures we have planned for everyone.

**We will have a miniature golf course throughout the stacks.

**We have professional face painters between the hours of 11:00 and 2:00.

**There will be an opportunity for crafts for kids.

**We have a myriad of games (the more you play, the more prizes you win!) Any age can play and everyone wins every time they play!

**Refreshments are available – hot dogs, hot chocolate, and popcorn.

**Snowshoeing (weather permitting)

**Roasting marshmallows (weather permitting)

This is a FREE event sponsored by the generous and awesome Friends of the Library.

TECH TUTORIALS: Tech THIS out! If you have an e-reader or gadget that you want to learn how to use with free downloadable books, then we can help you. You can have a brief lesson here called 'Turn it On!' on your tech toy (Kindle, iPad, iPod, cell phone or other device compatible with Overdrive/Libby App) and learn how to put a free library e-book on it. This is a basic tutorial for newbies. Are you looking for some place to get help and to learn more about your device(s)? Get troubleshooting assistance, learn how to use your device(s), and discover the latest library apps, news, and online services!

Please register for an appointment. Do you have questions regarding what you should bring? Ask for Kathy Watson at (603) 362-5234 or email her at kwatson@kimballlibrary.com to set up the appointment. (These tutorials are for resident card holders in good standing only, please.)

Brief tutorials are also available for basic computer instructions such as setting up email, social media, etc. When you register for a lesson please indicate your need.

STORY TIMES: Register your preschool children for classes.  We offer Mother Goose on the Loose for infants to age 3 on Mondays at 10:30am, Bitty Books for ages 2 and 3+ on Tuesdays at 10:15am,  Sensory Storytime for ages 2 & 3 on Thursdays at 10:30am, and Kiddie Lit for ages 3-6 on Tuesdays and Fridays 11:30am.

Registration is EASY through our website! Click on the event calendar icon, or just give us a call at 603.362.5234 and ask for the youth department.  All classes take occasional breaks during the year, so please check the calendar for the schedule.  We understand that schedules change, but these are great educational opportunities so it’s okay to start mid-year.  Each week the class is different and each teacher brings something new to the table.  Sign up today!

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