Adventurous Reading

We all get into reading ruts. This summer, why not venture into the brave new world of literary otherness? How many different genres have you tried? The collections of the Goffstown Public Library have a little something for everyone, as reflected in the lists below. Overly fond of fiction? Try a biography (even though you probably already know how it ends). Never read a graphic novel? Give one a gander. Aren't westerns just a different kind of historical fiction? Don't have much time for reading? Give poetry or short stories a try. Throw away whatever prejudices or preconceived notions you may have about genres you haven't picked up lately -- you might be pleasantly surprised! For recommendations, contact our librarians. Complete 3 out of 16 activities to earn 50 points.

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Fantasy stories are works of speculative fiction set in complex alternate realities that often include magic. These worlds are intricately crafted by writers who draw on mythology and folklore as inspiration. The Goffstown Public Library has a rich collection of fantasy novels for you to try.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a fantasy title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Magazines are published collections of articles and images about a specific topic. They often capture what's hot and what's not, what's new and how to- do. Many people read magazines because they inform, entertain, and amuse, yet for some folks the only exposure they ever get to magazines is in the waiting room of a doctor's office. The Goffstown Public Library has a rich collection of magazines for you to try. If your schedule is harried, magazines are a terrific way to get a little reading into your life. Did you know that you can checkout any one of the Goffstown Public Library's 26 physical magazines for browsing at home? Search for the magazine title of your choosing in the library catalog1, or ask one of our reference librarians how to see exactly what titles are available.

You can also checkout e-magazines using Overdrive2, free with your library card. You can always call the Library at 603.497.2102 or email [email protected] for technical assistance.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a magazine. 2. Fill out an activity form with the title and issue number of the magazine you read. Did you learn something new? Would you pick up this title again and again?

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Biographies and memoirs are narratives centered around people, both living and dead. More often than not biographies feature people from the past, are written in third-person, and span entire lives. Memoirs are usually written in first person by currently prominent figures, focused on a particular event, or series of life experiences. The collections of the Goffstown Public Library contain a rich assembly of all sorts of lives for you to learn about.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a biography or memoir title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Nonfiction works encompass true stories or fact-based narratives. Nonfiction spans subjects from religion to cooking to sports to history. Don't believe the readers who accuse nonfiction of being dry -- there is something for every

1 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search 2 https://bit.ly/GPLmagazines interest in the nonfiction genre. If the land of make believe is not your thing, peruse the rich nonfiction collections of the Goffstown Public Library.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a nonfiction title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Graphic novels are stories equally told through words and art. No longer limited to men in tights or cartoon strips, today's graphic novels feature complex characters, settings, and story arcs. Indeed, graphic novels are not a genre, rather a format encompassing every other genre from memoir to high fantasy. Whatever you like to read, try reading it as a graphic novel! The Goffstown Public Library has a rich collection of graphic novels for you to try.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a graphic novel title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Poetry is the artful arrangement of words to convey emotion and meaning. Many people read poetry to think about the world in a new way, or to delight in the music of language. Structured or free form, poetry can uplift, inspire, and strengthen its readers. The Goffstown Public Library has a rich selection of poetry collections for you to try.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a poetry collection. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. Consider including a line of poetry with particular meaning to you in the review. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Unlike fantasy, which belongs entirely in the realm of the impossible, science fiction offers an interpretation of our world as it could be. It explores the repercussions of applied science and technology (both present and future) to create a fictionalized, yet still possible world. Often, the best science fiction offers thoughtful and provocative examinations of how our present society may evolve, both culturally and technologically. The Goffstown Public Library has a rich collection of science fiction novels for you to try.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a science fiction title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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An audiobook is a taped reading of a book. Some utilize single narrators, while others feature large casts who vitalize the text with multiple voices. In all audiobooks, the act of vocal performance adds nuance and color to the text. Many people listen to audiobooks for that enhanced experience, but also to enjoy listening to literature while multitasking. The Goffstown Public Library has a varied and dynamic collection of audiobooks for you to try. To complete this activity:

1. Select and listen to an audiobook. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed. 헥헲헮헱 헮 헠혆혀혁헲헿혆

At the heart of every mystery there is a puzzle that needs solving. Some mysteries are hard-boiled and gruesome, while others are cozy and light. Many people read mysteries for the thrill of figuring out whodunnit. The collections of the Goffstown Public Library contain mysteries of every imaginable type, through which you can test your inner Sherlock Holmes.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a mystery title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. Did you figure it out before the big reveal? No spoilers! 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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According to the Romance Writers of America, titles in this genre are devoted to a central love story, culminating in an emotionally satisfying and optimistic ending. The central force driving most romances is 'will they or won't they'? If today's world is getting you down, there are few more harmless and healing refuges to be found in literature than a fine romance. The Goffstown Public Library has collections rich in romance.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a romance title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. Did the characters earn their happy ending? 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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The vast, lawless excitement of the American West has inspired writers since its initial exploration. Readers have thrilled at stories which explore the novelties of carving a life from an unknown land, interactions with indigenous peoples, cowboys and cattle drives, gold rushes and frontier towns. The Goffstown Public has rich offerings of western lore and literature. Yippee ki yay!

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a western title. Whether you take up spurs, a Stetson, and a spittoon is up to you; the temptation will be compelling! 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Short stories are in no way diminutive: their authors distill complete stories in a compact format where beginning, middle and end are delivered with powerful dispatch. Each book contains a multitude of characters and worlds, providing you with a spicy variety to ponder. The collections of the Goffstown Public Library contain some sensational short story collections. To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a short story collection, either by a single author, or a compilation of different authors. If you don’t like a story in the collection, don’t sweat it—just move on to the next one. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title of the book you enjoyed, and the author, or authors, of the stories you enjoyed the best.

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We are fortunate enough to have a number of published authors in our region, several of whom have come to the Library and read their work, which we've added to our collections. Explore what New Hampshire creatives have brought into being, and check out a local author! To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a local author title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Horror books are designed to scare the dickens out of you while you are safe and cozily reading, far from the things described giving you goosebumps and making your heart pound. Take advantage of summer's long daylight hours to kick your fight-or-flight response into high gear, and consider completing our “Haunted New Hampshire” mission. The collections of the Goffstown Public Library have plenty of titles that will give you an adrenaline rush! To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a horror title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. Can you say what made it compelling without spoilers? 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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The stakes are high and the pace is breakneck when you open the pages of a good thriller, but be forewarned! Once you've begun one of these page- turners, you may have difficulty putting it down. Thrillers abound in the collections of the Goffstown Public Library, both as series and standalones.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a thriller title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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Historical fiction swoops us back to days gone by, recreating worlds and characters which nowadays could only exist in the pages of a book. Make your escape in fiction gilded by the details of in-depth research, and imagine what the world might have been like for your great great greats. The collections of the Goffstown Public Library are rich with these pocket-sized paeans to the past.

To complete this activity:

1. Select and read a historical fiction title. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. What time period did your title take you to? 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

Connect to Your Library

We're ready to take our relationship to the next level. Let's get social!

Connect with the Goffstown Public Library in new ways to complete this mission. As an added benefit, you'll be tuned into the latest happenings at your favorite library! Complete 3 out of 6 activities to earn 50 points.

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The best way to learn about new happenings at the Goffstown Public Library is to subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter. If you already get the monthly one, consider subscribing to our supplemental, special-interest e- newsletters. To complete this activity:

1. To subscribe, visit www.goffstownlibrary.com/subscribe . 2. Fill in the required fields. Don't forget to choose the newsletters you are interested in! 3. Submit by clicking the orange 'sign-up' button. 4. Fill out an activity form with the name of the newsletter for which you signed up.

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The community-based classes and events that you love from the Goffstown Public Library have gone virtual! Make sure you don't miss an episode of great content like book talks for all ages, how-to's, crafts, storytimes, and more by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To complete this activity:

1. Head on over to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/goffstownlibrary . 2. Once you're there, click the red 'subscribe' button. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title of one video you’re excited to watch.

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Leave us some library love! If you adore spending time here, can't get enough of our books, or love our amazing staff, leave a review on Google to let other community members know how great we are. To complete this activity:

1. Open up the web browser of your choice and head to www.google.com . 2. Type 'Goffstown Public Library' into the search bar. 3. Locate our business listing as it appears on the right hand side of the search results. You'll know you've found it when you see a picture of our building. 4. Scroll until you see the button 'Write a Review'. 5. Click that button and follow the prompts on the screen to let us know what you love about the Goffstown Public Library. 6. Fill out an activity form with the date of your post.

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Are you on Facebook3, Instagram4, Twitter5, or Pinterest6? So are we! We love our followers and sure hope you're one of them. We regularly post about library news, community highlights, and good, old-fashioned fun. Won't you join us? To complete this activity:

1. On the social media platform of your choice, search for the Goffstown Public Library. You'll know you've found us when you see our arched window logo in the profile picture. You can also find links to all of our social media at the bottom left hand corner of our website: www.goffstownlibrary.com . Simply click on the logo of the social media site you’re interested in. 2. Follow our profile for up-to-the-minute notifications. 3. Fill out an activity form with the name of the social media platform you used.

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What was the last book that really rocked your world? What have you learned from the Library recently? Do you enjoy our online programming? Whatever you post about, tag us to let the Goffstown Public Library know that you're thinking of us, and to let your community know how the Library is part of your life. To complete this activity:

1. Use the hashtag #goffstownlibrary on your next social media update. 2. Expect a repost, like, or favorite in response! (Only available to profiles set to public). 3. Fill out an activity form with the name of the social media platform you used and the date of your post.

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Spread the library love by referring a friend for a library card. Did you know that you can have a Goffstown Public Library card for free if you live, work, attend school, or own property in Goffstown? You can! Friends tell friends about the great benefits of having their own library card. So, tell your friends today. To complete this activity:

1. Refer your friend (or friends!) for a library card. 2. Point them towards our online self-registration form7, or have them give us a call at 603.497.2102 . 3. To complete their registration, your friend will need to visit the Goffstown Public Library building with a photo ID and proof of Goffstown residency. 4. Fill out an activity form with your friend's name.

7 http://bit.ly/GPLregister Discover Genealogy

Dig into your family's past: a series of stories which culminate in the present of your own. We are all tied to people who lived at every stage of human history, yet very few among us know the story of more than one or two generations who proceeded us. This mission is designed to help you uncover those stories and ramp up your imagining of who you are, and where you came from. Complete 3 out of 7 activities to earn 50 points.

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Sometimes the only way to figure out what you don't know is to eliminate all the things you do. The bowtie pedigree chart8 resembles a March Madness bracket in which the ultimate champion is you; see how much you can fill out of the chart mentioned above, given what you know off the top of your head. To complete this activity:

1. Either download and print the bowtie pedigree chart1, or draw your own on a blank piece of paper. 2. Fill in your name, date of birth, and then your parents' and their parents, as far back as you can go. 3. Use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your chart.

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The Goffstown Public Library collections have excellent physical resources to help you get further in your genealogical research. If you like learning from a book in hand, we've got the books for you! For recommendations, contact our librarians.

8 http://bit.ly/BowTiePedigree To complete this activity:

1. Read the book of your choosing and use the strategies and methods described therein to improve your research. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. How did this title improve your genealogical research? 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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The Goffstown Public Library also has digital resources to aide your learning about methods and strategies for genealogical research. If you'd rather learn online, Universal Class'9 "Genealogy 101" class will show you the ropes. To complete this activity:

1. Head on over to Goffstown Public Library's Universal Class2 portal. 2. Log into the site using your library card number and PIN. You can always call the Library at 603.497.2102 or email [email protected] for technical assistance 3. Click on the 'Course Catalog', located on the top menu, to the right of the Universal Class logo. 4. Type "Genealogy 101" into the 'Find Course' search box. 5. Take the course. 6. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience taking the course.

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You've learned a thing or two about genealogical research, now it's time to get your hands dirty and do some. You won't actually have to get your hands dirty, though, as you might have done as little as 15 years ago. One of the joys of living in the 21st century is that instead of having to paw through dusty paper records and registers, a great many of them have been scanned and are available digitally. Dive in from your desktop!

9 http://bit.ly/GPLUniversal To complete this activity:

1. Navigate to the Goffstown Public Library's e-library10. 2. Select 'Genealogy' from the list. 3. From there, select either Ancestry Library Edition* (US and overseas records) or HeritageQuest (US records only). 4. Log in with your library card number and PIN. You can always call the Library at 603.497.2102 or email [email protected] for technical assistance. 5. Once successful, enter as much information about a particular progenitor as you have into the search box. See what comes up and have your mind blown! 6. Repeat for as many ancestors as you can. 7. Fill out an activity form with information about your experience using online research tools. Was there more or less available than you expected?

*Ancestry Library Edition is available to remote users for a limited time because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting December 31, 2021, Ancestry Library Edition can only be accessed in the Goffstown Public Library.

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There's gold in them thar hills, or so hope those who go digging. These prompts are designed to help you locate the lodes in your family line. 1. How far back can you trace your ancestors before you hit a seemingly impassible wall? 2. What was the largest family in your line? How many children were born? 3. What's the oddest name among your progenitors? 4. Are there any names that have been carried from generation to generation in your family? What was the earliest incidence of that name? 5. Are you related to someone famous? Someone infamous? 6. What were your ancestors up to during major world events like either World War, the Civil War, the Revolutionary War, the Great Depression, Korea, Vietnam, the 1918 Influenza epidemic, the settling of the West, etc.? 7. Were you surprised by where your ancestors lived, and if so, why?

10 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/elibrary To complete this activity:

1. Find the answers to at least three of these prompts, or as many as your heart desires. 2. Compose your answers directly in an activity form, or use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your work.

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In an interview describing her memoir, author Jacqueline Winspear wrote the following: "The elements of endurance and resilience are woven into the fabric of my memoir... So many of us grew up with those traits drummed into us, and we're learning them anew this year [2020], drawing upon the strengths passed down to us. I think that's something for us to remember—the very fact that we are on this earth is a result of our ancestors enduring the worst of times. Plagues have come and gone before—and our ancestors made it through. They persevered through wars, social unrest, prejudice and sickness; they drew upon powers of survival to pull through all those yesterdays, and they took the bad with the good. Our existence is testament to their fortitude—now we have to draw upon that hardiness woven into our DNA as we throw out our line into the future and play a part in the crafting of a better tomorrow for everyone.” Over the last year, we have often heard the term 'unprecedented' in relation to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic; how do the challenges we continue to face compare with those endured by our forebears? To complete this activity:

1. Think about what your research has revealed about your family's history, and the things they endured which were unprecedented in their times. 2. Fill out an activity form with your thoughts about how their resilience was tested, and how it has been brought down through the generations to you.

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Graveyards are the final resting place for the remains of our near and dear, but they are also perpetual monuments to those people who lived in times past. As such, graveyards can tell fascinating stories in and of themselves. Goffstown has many historic graveyards worthy of exploration including the Westlawn Cemetery (directory11 and map12 available) and Shirley Hill Cemetery (directory13 available). To complete this activity

1. Ever mindful of the importance of being respectful of those whose loved ones are buried in a graveyard, visit graveyards in Goffstown. Take gloves and a bag with you, and pick up any obvious trash you come upon during your explorations. 2. What history is reflected in these places? What is the oldest tombstone you can find? Are there any which have remarkable inscriptions? Is there sculpture or statuary which makes you look twice? 3. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. What graveyard did you visit? What was the most remarkable things you saw? Did your walkabout reveal new stories to you?

11 https://bit.ly/WestlawnDirectory 12 https://bit.ly/WestlawnMap 13 https://bit.ly/ShirleyHillDirectory Explore New Hampshire

No need for faraway destinations when scenic New Hampshire is your home. New Hampshire has beautiful mountains, beaches, cities, and forests just waiting for you to explore. Whether you're new to the 603 or have never left, there is still something for you to discover about the Granite State. Complete 3 out of 5 activities to earn 50 points.

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The Goffstown Rail Trail is a quiet, healthy, and safe walking and bike path that spans 5.5 miles, connecting Pinardville, Grasmere, and the Goffstown Village. Work on the Trail began in 1993 and improvements are ongoing, thanks to the great work of the Friends of the Goffstown Rail Trail14. The Rail Trail not only beautifies and unifies our communities' three distinct areas, it also increases economic values for everyone. Get out and about in one of Goffstown's greatest assets, engage in healthy movement, and enjoy fresh air when you use the trail this summer. To complete this activity: 1. Use the Goffstown Rail Trail15. Challenge yourself to explore different parts of our town using the Trail. If you're ambitious, you can walk from the Goffstown Village right into Manchester! 2. After your outdoor excursion, fill out an activity form with information about where you started and ended your Rail Trail experience.

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Bored by a rainy day? Interested in learning something new? A world of art and artifacts is available in the world-renowned museums across New England. The Friends of the Goffstown Public Library16 fund museum passes17 that Goffstown Public Library card holders can use to access area museums at a reduced price. From the adorable penguins at the New

14 https://goffstownrailtrail.org/ 15 http://bit.ly/RailTrailMap 16 http://www.goffstownfriends.com/ 17 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/passes England Aquarium to the historical reenactments at Strawberry Bank, there is fun for all ages at local museums. To complete this activity: 1. Select one museum to visit. Check if the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library3 provide a museum pass for reduced admission with our online registration portal: www.goffstownlibrary.com/passes 4 2. Call ahead to the museum to make sure you follow any pandemic related restrictions. Although we do our best, the Goffstown Public Library cannot guarantee the information we have about individual museum policies are current; always call the museum for current policies and procedures. 3. Fill out an activity form with information about your experience. What museum did you visit? Was this your first exposure to the museum? Did you learn or see something unexpected or new?

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Limiting your rambling range within New Hampshire state lines isn't restrictive, thanks to the natural beauties of the state's many parks. All NH State Parks are open and operating at full capacity, although the NH Parks Service recommends day-use reservations to ensure the parks don't fill up before you get there. There is so much to explore and do in NH State Parks, such as walking, hiking, swimming, sunbathing, tree-climbing, camping, canoeing, kayaking, gawping, and last, but not least, lollygagging! To complete this activity: 1. Explore the opportunities available at the State Parks web site.18 2. Get away to a State Park (or Parks). Don't forget to request the Library's NH State Park Pass19 which reduces admission for select locations. And while your at it, request on of our adventure packs for the forest20 or for the seacoast21 to enhance your experience. 3. Fill out an activity form with the name of the park you went to, and the highlights of your experience.

18 https://www.nhstateparks.org/ 19 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/passes 20 http://bit.ly/GPLForrest 21 http://bit.ly/GPLSeacoast 헗헶혃헲헿혀헲헹혆 헗헶헻헲

There's more to life than getting take-out from the same shop every Friday. Broaden your horizons by sampling the variety of restaurants New Hampshire has to offer22. As an added benefit, small businesses everywhere have taken a hard hit from the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants primarily among them; you can support the community with your dollars! To complete this activity: 1. Select a NH restaurant to enjoy. Consider patronizing a new-to-you restaurant to reach outside your comfort zone. Check out New Hampshire Magazine's Best of NH awards23 for inspiration. 2. Place an order for take out, dine-in, or purchase a gift card for future use. 3. Fill out an activity form with the name of the restaurant you patronized, and tell us why they deserve your business.

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New Hampshire boasts enough majestic mountains, beautiful beaches, and fantastic forests to keep you busy for a lifetime, so you'll have no trouble filling your summer. Even if you've lived in the Granite State your whole life, there is always more to see in it's many towns, cities, and natural landscapes. You can use Visit NH's Summer Bucket List24 for inspiration for your adventure. You can also search for travel guides in the library catalog25 or contact our librarians for suggestions. To complete this activity: 1. Explore one new location in New Hampshire. 2. Fill out an activity form with information about your experience. Where did you go and why? Would you go again?

22 http://bit.ly/NHrestaurants 23 http://bit.ly/BestOfNHRestaurants 24 http://bit.ly/NHBucketList 25 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search Explore the Stars

What's up with the night sky? Summer's warmer, longer days invite us to linger a little longer outside; the heat indoors, so marvelous in winter, is far less alluring come July. This mission provides you with the perfect mind-expanding excuse to loiter out-of-doors: take the time to breathe deep, look up, and learn all you can about the stars. Complete 3 out of 5 activities to earn 50 points.

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The night sky has been a source of fascination since the dawn of humankind; like bird-watching, it is unpredictable, rewarding, and costs you nothing. All you need for successful stargazing is a little knowledge. Learn more about the cosmos and what it is you're actually looking at when you tilt your head to take in the skyscape above you! To complete this activity:

1. Learn about the 88 recognized constellations26, or the most famous star patterns among them27. For more information, search for books in the library catalog28 or contact our librarians. 2. Read the book of your choosing, then spend a night or two applying your knowledge while looking at the sky with a new appreciation. 3. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book 4. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed and a brief statement about your stargazing experience. Did you see anything which really amazed you?

26 https://bit.ly/88Constellations 27 https://bit.ly/StarPatterns 28 https://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search 험혅헽헲헿헶헲헻헰헲 헟헶혃헲 헔혀혁헿헮헹 험혃헲헻혁혀

We didn't custom order them for you, but there are a number of astral happenings29 that coincide with our Summer Reading Experience. Even better, they can be viewed with the naked eye! From meteor showers to the visibility of planets you may have heard about but never actually seen, there's plenty happening above you this summer. Consider the night sky your personal amphitheater and enjoy the show! To complete this activity:

1. View the list of astral events4. 2. Mark your calendar, and stay up to see them happen. Perhaps you can take this opportunity to pitch a tent in your own backyard as part of our "Backyard Camping" activity from our "Nature in Your Backyard" mission. 3. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. What astral event did you witness? How did you watch?

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The human eye, on its own, can't see all of what the cosmos have to offer. Fortunately, we have just the thing to increase your powers of perception here at the Goffstown Public Library -- an Orion Starblast 4.5" telescope! Check it out, look at the night sky, and see what was right in front of you all along. To complete this activity:

1. Request our telescope from the library catalog30. 2. Our library staff will prepare the telescope to go home with you. 3. Enjoy the telescope for 1 week. Use it to see what there is to see. 4. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. When did you look? What did you see? How did using the equipment change your experience?

29 https://bit.ly/AstralEvents2021 30 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search 헦헽헼혁 혁헵헲 헜헻혁헲헿헻헮혁헶헼헻헮헹 헦헽헮헰헲 헦혁헮혁헶헼헻

What circles the planet every 90 minutes and is roughly the size of a football field? The International Space Station! Bright and fast-moving across the sky in a westerly direction, it is possible to see the station when its solar panels can reflect the sun, either shortly after sundown, or in the early morning before dawn. And like many astral features, it is impossible to see on a cloudy night. Do you have the determination (and luck) to see it for yourself? To complete this activity:

1. Learn about spotting and photographing the station from the BBC's Skywatch magazine31. To find out about Goffstown's best viewing opportunities, NASA has the scoop32. 2. Watch for the station's passing at the time and date most convenient for you. 3. Fill out an activity form with information about your experience. Did you see the International Space Station? Do you think you've seen if before, but not known what it was? Were you able to photograph it? When did you look? What did you see? How did using the equipment change your experience?

헥헲헮헰헵 헕헲혆헼헻헱 험헮헿혁헵'혀 헔혁헺헼혀헽헵헲헿헲

We are not the first to consider the constellations, nor will we be the last. The Goffstown Public Library's collections are rich in titles devoted to individuals who were captivated by the cosmos, pioneering thinkers about spacetime, space explorers, theorists, and ancient mathematicians. If you were ever puzzled by the difference between astronomy and astrology, you can learn about that, too. Take some time this summer to think about the final frontier, and those who broke the trails that SpaceX and others are blazing today. For recommendations, contact our librarians. To complete this activity:

1. Read the book of your choosing. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. What did you learn? Are you still curious; if so what about? 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

31 http://bit.ly/HowToSeeSpaceStation 32 http://bit.ly/SpotTheSpaceStation Get Crafty

It's time to unlock your creativity and get crafty! Whether you are an emerging artist, old master, or somewhere in between, making something with your hands can provide a satisfaction little else can. The Goffstown Public Library encourages imagination and creativity in adults. Nurture your creative spirit to complete this mission. Complete 3 out of 5 activities to earn 50 points.

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Goffstown Public Library's popular craft classes have gone virtual! Michelle, one of our Adult Services Librarians, leads weekly craft classes on our YouTube channel33. All classes are beginner friendly and because they're online, you can watch at any time! To complete this activity:

1. Visit www.youtube.com/goffstownlibrary . While you're there, subscribe so you never miss a video. 2. View our Let's Make - Adult DIY playlist34, linked from our channel’s homepage. New videos are added regularly. 3. Choose one video. 4. Follow along with Michelle to make the craft of your choice. If you'd like, leave a comment on the YouTube video about what your crafting experience was like, or any tips you found particularly useful. 5. Fill out an activity form with the title of the video you watched and a brief statement about how your craft turned out.

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Crafting doesn't have to require expensive supplies you only use once; crafting can be as easy as taking and making! Goffstown Public Library provides crafting kits for you to pick up from the Library and make at your leisure. These Take-and-Make kits are geared towards adults, but are designed to accommodate a variety of skill levels. They're a great way to get your feet wet in the DIY world.

33 https://www.youtube.com/goffstownlibrary 34 https://bit.ly/LetsMakePlaylist To complete this activity: 1. Pick up a Take-and-Make kit from the Goffstown Public Library. Kits are available for pick up on a first-come, first-serve basis during Library open hours. New kits are available twice a month. 2. Or, view our many Take-and-Make instructions online35 and gather the materials yourself. 3. Follow along with the instructions to make your craft. 4. Fill out an activity form with the title of the craft you completed and a brief statement about how your craft turned out.

헖헮혁헰헵 혁헵헲 헕혂헴 -- 헖헿헲헮혁헶혃헲헯혂헴!

Experience the joy of making with thousands of award-winning video classes taught by top designers and artists. Creativebug is a digital learning service exclusively for crafting. No matter your skill level, you can learn from the thousands of classes, with new content added daily. Unlike other crafting blogs and videos, instructions, patterns, and templates for many classes are available for easy download. Plus, you can connect with the crafting community on Creativebug to get inspiration and meet like-minded people. Subscription is free with your library card! To complete this activity:

1. Head on over to www.creativebug.com/lib/goffstownlibrary. 2. Log into the site using your library card number and PIN. You can always call the Library at 603.497.2102 or email [email protected] for technical assistance. 3. Once successful, select 'See latest classes here' to view Creativebug's extensive offerings. 4. Fill out an activity form with the name of one class you're excited to take!

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Coloring is linked to decreased stress, increased motor function, and increased creativity. Far from childlike, coloring has made a resurgence for adult audiences. And now you can check out the benefits for yourself with coloring kits from the Goffstown Public Library!

35 https://bit.ly/TakeAndMake To complete this activity:

1. Request our coloring kits, which include colored pencils, gel pens, and coloring books, from the Library catalog36. 2. Our Library staff will prepare the kit to go home with you. 3. Enjoy your coloring kit for three weeks! 4. Fill out an activity form with the secret code found in the coloring kit.

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Find inspiration in the pages of one of many great books on crafting the Goffstown Public Library offers. There are books for master crafters and novices alike. Whether you are interested in paper crafts, painting, knitting, or sewing, we've got the book for you. For recommendations, contact our librarians.

To complete this activity:

1. Read the book of your choosing. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed and a brief statement about one cool craft idea you found.

36 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search How Does Your Garden Grow?

The growing season is short, but the learning curve can be lifelong. If you're interested in growing your gardening skills, we've got you covered. Use the Goffstown Public Library's collections, connections, and classes for information and inspiration in the garden to complete this mission. Complete 3 out of 5 activities to earn 50 points.

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Grow more than plants this season, grow your knowledge! There are books for master gardeners and novices alike. Whether you are interested in flowers or vegetables, we've got the book for you. For recommendations, contact our librarians. To complete this activity:

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We know how much you love your garden - you must be so proud of those plants! Share the results of your hard work with your community.

To complete this activity:

1. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about what is blooming in your garden this year. Did an underdog survive despite the odds? Did something unexpected sprout? How many veggies did your most prolific plant produce?

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Are bugs bugging you? Is that weed invasive or just a nuisance? Is your soil too acidic? Goffstown is so fortunate to have a UNH Cooperative Extension Education Center37 located in our town. The Extension Education Center is available to answer questions about soil, plants, and insects through phone, email, Twitter38, Facebook39, and Instagram40. They are a rockin' resource for everything horticultural. To complete this activity:

1. Consider questions that would benefit from an expert answer. 2. Contact the Extension Education Center with queries about soil, plants, and insects on the phone at 1-877-EXT-GROW (398-4769), via email ([email protected]), or through Twitter2, Facebook3, or Instagram4. 3. Reap the benefits of expert knowledge in your community. 4. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about one question you asked the experts and their answer.

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Got a green thumb? The vegetable surplus from your garden can be donated to stock the Goffstown Network Food Pantry41 with healthy and fresh food. Your excess vegetables can help fight food insecurity in our own community.

To complete this activity:

1. Plant an extra row in your garden for the community. 2. Harvest your surplus vegetables when ripe. 3. Drop off your produce at our two locations (see below) during open hours. Call ahead to check drop-off procedures. 4. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about why you think it’s important to donate.

37 https://bit.ly/CooperativeExtension 38 https://www.twitter.com/AskUNHExtension 39 https://www.facebook.com/AskUNHExtension/ 40 https://www.instagram.com/askunhextension/ 41 http://www.goffstownnetwork.org/ Goffstown Network Food Pantry at St. Matthew's Church Goffstown Public Library

7 North Mast Street 2 High Street

(603) 497-3433 (603) 497-2102

www.goffstownnetwork.org www.goffstownlibrary.com

헧헮헸헲 헮 헖헹헮혀혀 혁헼 헚헿헼현 헬헼혂헿 헦헸헶헹헹혀

Think you've seen it all, done it all, know it all in the garden? You may be surprised what is left to learn. Goffstown Public Library's online resources feature classes that will teach you more about gardening, preserving, and even houseplants! If you have been gardening for years, there are still classes available to sharpen your skills and add tools to your proverbial shed. Classes are available through Universal Class42 and Creativebug43, and both are free with your library card. To complete this activity:

1. Visit either Universal Class6 or Creativebug7. 2. Log into the site of your choice using your library card and PIN. You can always call the Library at 603.497.2102 or email [email protected] for technical assistance. 3. Explore the classes available. Try searching for keywords like 'gardening', 'garden', 'flowers', 'canning', 'jam', 'plant', and more. 4. Fill out an activity form with the title of the class you enjoyed and include a short statement about what you learned.

42 http://bit.ly/GPLUniversal 43 https://www.creativebug.com/lib/goffstownlibrary Literary Remix

Let's run it back now, y'all - it's time for a literary remix! Some books are so good that even when you're done, you don't want to let go. There are characters, stories and situations whose power sparks your own creativity, causing you to carry them with you beyond that last page and last chapter. This mission is all about re-imagining someone else's story, extending the magic that delighted you, while bringing your own unique talents to bear. Complete 3 out of 5 activities to earn 50 points.

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Have you ever imagined the hero or heroine of your favorite book or movie going on to new adventures? Wondered what they'd do here in Goffstown? If they traveled to a different time, or place? The sky and your imagination are the limit in the creation of fantastic fanfiction. To complete this activity:

1. Try your hand at creating fanfiction, in any format you choose. 2. Write a submission that fits the prompt and is at least 100 words long. 3. Compose your writing directly in an activity form, or use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your work.

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Have you ever loved a book cover so much that you wished you had created it yourself? Now's your chance! Take the Book Cover Challenge44 and try your hand at recreating cover art whose utter coolness has gobsmacked your eye, and boggled your mind! To complete this activity: 1. Select a book or books whose cover art you think is the bee's knees. 2. Recreate the cover using creative props and backgrounds. 3. Snap a photo of your recreation. 4. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book that you chose.

44 http://bit.ly/BookCoverChallenge 험헱헶혁헶헻헴 헮헻 험헻헱헶헻헴

Has the ending of a book drifted off in a way which annoyed you, or seemed utterly and completely out of character for the characters as you came to know and love them? This is your chance to make the change you'd like to see in the literary world. Rewrite that wrong ending! To complete this activity 4. Think of a book that had a less than stellar ending. 5. Re-write an ending that would sit better with you. 6. Write a submission that fits the prompt and is at least 100 words long. 7. Compose your writing directly in an activity form, or use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your work.

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Did you love a book, but hate the cover design generated by the publisher? If it were up to you, what would you have done differently, or better? Try your hand at designing and creating a dust jacket worthy of your favorite title, or titles! To complete this activity: 1. Select a book or books whose cover art could be better. 2. Either using software, or freehand, try your hand at making a cover which you think better fits the fabulous-ness of the story and its characters. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you chose to redesign and a bit about why you chose it.

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If music be the food of love, play on! Have you ever thought of a song or series of songs which perfectly befit your favorite story or characters? Curate your own soundtrack or mix tape for them!

To complete this activity: 1. Think about your favorite book, its scenes, and its characters. Think about music in the real world which would be a perfect match for the goings on in the imaginary world of that favorite book. 2. Generate a soundtrack for the book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title of the book, and provide your tracklist. Why did you choose the songs you did? Nature in Your Backyard

Nature is more than 'out there'; it's right in your backyard! There's no need to travel to far flung locations to experience nature. You can encounter the natural world right out your window if you know how to look. This mission guides your focus towards your immediate environs with an emphasis on what there is to see, how best to see it, and how to make your world more inviting to New Hampshire's many and intriguing critters and creepers.

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Get closer to nature without leaving the creature comforts of home behind; pitch a tent in your backyard and have a sleepover in the great outdoors.

To complete this activity:

1. In the location of your choice, pitch a tent if you have one, or use sheets and other materials to create a makeshift shelter. 2. Clear your mind and embrace stillness. Attune yourself to the sights and sounds surrounding you. 3. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. Where did you tent? What did you see and hear?

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When you stop to think that today's birds are latter day dinosaurs45, your backyard is a veritable Jurassic Park! The variety and number of birds that visit us is astounding; stop and take note of them by keeping a bird journal.

45 https://bit.ly/DinosaurBird To complete this activity:

1. Find a quiet, unobtrusive spot, either inside or outside, to sit and take stock of your avian traffic. 2. For help identifying your new feathered friends, search for books in the library catalog46 or contact our librarians for suggestions. Or if you prefer digital resources, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology47 and the Audubon Society48 both have excellent websites. 3. Keep a log of all the different kinds of birds you spot. 4. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. Who qualifies as your backyard's most frequent fliers? Were you lucky enough to have a rare bird swing by?

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Perhaps you were underwhelmed by your initial foray into the world of bird watching. Birds, just like humans, are far more likely to show when snacks and beverages are in the offing. Set up feeders or a bird bath to help attract finer flocks to your fold! To complete this activity:

1. Learn more about feeders and birdbaths by searching for books in the library catalog2 or by contacting our librarians for suggestions. 2. For even more information, take "Birdwatching 101 Food Feeders and Behavior" on Universal Class49. 3. Make a bird feeder using the tips from Country Living50, a magazine which can be found in our e-library on Overdrive51. 4. Enjoy your new bird feeder or birdbath. While you're at it, make a log of the new species of birds that visit. 5. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. Which method did you use to learn about bird feeders and bird baths. What surprised you? Were new birds attracted to your yard?

46 https://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search 47 https://www.birds.cornell.edu 48 https://www.audubon.org/bird-guide 49 http://bit.ly/GPLUniversal 50 https://bit.ly/MakeBirdFeeders 51 https://bit.ly/GPLmagazines 헕혂헶헹헱 헮 헕혂헴 헛헼혁헲헹

There are good bugs and bad bugs in this world, and hungry birds don't always distinguish between the two. To make sure you encourage lots of good bugs, attract them with a Ritz Carlton of your own making, as described by Garden Therapy52.

To complete this activity:

1. Read Garden Therapy's article8 on how to make a bug hotel. 2. Construct a bug hotel and put it in your yard. 3. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. Where did you collect your supplies? Where did you put your hotel? Have bugs moved in?

헜혀 헬헼혂헿 헚헮헿헱헲헻 헕헲헲 헮헻헱 헕혂혁혁헲헿헳헹혆 헙헿헶헲헻헱헹혆?

Take stock of your garden. Is it hospitable or hostile to pollinators? You can make a change by learning about bee and butterfly friendly gardening. The Honeybee Conservancy53 shares pointers about being a bee ally, while the North American Butterfly Association54 can fill you in on the basics of creating a butterfly garden. For even more detailed resources, search for books in the library catalog55 or contact our librarians or suggestions. Alternatively, see our magazine collections in print or online56 for titles relating to gardening, such as Birds and Blooms, Fine Gardening, and Family Handyman. To complete this activity:

1. Learn about garden planning designed to attract bees and butterflies by reviewing the resources suggested above. 2. Have a looksee around your own gardens. 3. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. Are there changes you could make next year? Had you already created a pollinator-positive habitat?

52 https://bit.ly/MakeBugHotels 53 http://bit.ly/BeeFriendly3 54 https://bit.ly/ButterflyFriendly 55 https://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search 56 https://bit.ly/GPLmagazines

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A final element for you to ponder when considering Mother Nature in your backyard is looking not for what's there now, but what has come and gone. Transient visitors leave traces, evidence of their passing, some of which is fairly easy to identify, some of which requires a trained eye. Borrow books about tracks and scat, and learn a thing or two about clues left behind by passers-by. To compete this activity:

1. To learn what you're looking for, download NH Fish and Game's pocket guide to NH animal tracks57 or wildlife scat58. For even more information, search for books in the library catalog59 or contact our librarians. 2. Look around your backyard, walk on the rail trail, or go for a hike in the woods to locate tracks or scat. 3. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about your experience. What leave behinds did you discover? Could you identify them? Where did you find them?

57 https://bit.ly/NHAnimalTracks 58 https://bit.ly/NHAnimalScat 59 https://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search Support the Goffstown Community

In the face of adversity, beloved television personality Fred Rogers asked us to 'look for the helpers'. Be a helper by participating in grassroots change happening in our community. Help a neighbor, get involved in local government, or put your money where your mouth is. Cultivating local resiliency is the key to weathering storms that seem far beyond our control, and also the key to completing this mission. Complete 3 out of 5 activities to earn 50 points.

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Who couldn't use a little retail therapy after this tumultuous past year? As an added bonus, support Goffstown with your dollars. The COVID-19 pandemic was tough on all of us, but was particularly hard on small businesses. And unfortunately, community vibrancy is tied to the small businesses that make neighborhoods unique. Do your part to help revitalize our local economy by shopping locally! To complete this activity:

1. Select a business you care about keeping in our community. Challenge yourself to shop somewhere new! 2. Fill out an activity form with the name of the business you patronized and a brief statement about why this business is important to the community.

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Enjoy food prepared by local restaurants to spice up your diet while supporting Goffstown with your dollars. The COVID-19 pandemic was tough on all of us, but was particularly hard on small businesses. And unfortunately, community vibrancy is tied to the small businesses that make neighborhoods unique. Do your part to help revitalize our local economy by eating locally!

To complete this activity:

1. Select a restaurant you care about keeping in our community. Challenge yourself to eat somewhere new! 2. Fill out an activity form with the name of the restaurant you patronized and a brief statement about why this restaurant is important to the community.

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Neighbor to neighbor: that's what the Goffstown Network60 is all about. The Network is committed to providing food and related services to our neighbors in a cooperative spirit of community and mutual caring. You can help them fulfill their mission by donating today. Goffstown Network is a 501c(3) organization and donations are tax deductible (Federal Tax ID # 02- 0453688). To complete this activity:

1. Make a donation to the Goffstown Network. Monetary donations go the farthest, although the Goffstown Network maintains a wish list61 on their website for food pantry items. 2. Make checks payable to Goffstown Network, and mail to Goffstown Network, P.O Box 603, Goffstown, NH, 03045. Or, drop your donations off at the Goffstown Network Food Pantry during open hours. 3. You can also donate to the Goffstown Network Food Pantry by participating in the Grow a Row food drive and the Personal Car Drive hosted by the Goffstown Public Library. See the Library's calendar62 for more information and drop donations off at the Library during open hours 4. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about why you think it's important to donate.

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If you love the Library, we need you! Libraries are an integral part of thriving communities and The Friends of the Goffstown Public Library63 do their part to make our library healthy and vibrant. The Friends are an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization interested in focusing public attention on and stimulating use of the Goffstown Public Library. They are also the Library's

60 http://goffstownnetwork.org/ 61 http://goffstownnetwork.org/pages/contributions.php 62 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/calendar 63 http://www.goffstownfriends.com/ fundraising arm, which allows The Friends to sponsor and subsidize many Library programs, like our beloved museum passes64. New volunteers are always welcome and donations are greatly appreciated. The Friends of the Goffstown Public Library is a 501c(3) organization and donations are tax deductible (Federal Tax ID # 26-3891468).

To complete this activity:

1. To show your interest, subscribe to the Friends of the Goffstown Public Library newsletter65 to get alerted about volunteer opportunities and meeting times. 2. With questions about how you can get involved now, email Library Director Dianne Hathaway at [email protected] . 3. Consider donating! Monetary donations go the farthest. Checks can be made payable to Friends of the Goffstown Public Library and mailed to Friends of the GPL, c/o Goffstown Public Library, 2 High St., Goffstown, NH, 03045. 4. Fill out an activity form with a brief statement about why you think it is important to volunteer.

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Political turmoil is often in the news and broken systems and inequities are in the forefront of the American mind. If you are left wondering, "What can I do?", it's time to get involved. You can make change in your life, and that of your neighbors, by getting to know your local government. It's true, local government isn't the sexiest topic; but, for policies and services that affect your daily life, there is nothing more important. To start making change, learn about what Goffstown's government does, who the members of the Select Board66 are, and what political issues they cover.

64 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/passes 65 https://bit.ly/GPLFriendsSubscribe 66 https://bit.ly/GTownSelectboard To complete this activity:

1. Attend a town government meeting. The Select Board meets every other Monday at 6:00PM, plus there are many more committee meetings you can attend. All meetings are posted to the Town Calendar67. Click on individual events to see information on attending. 2. Make your voice heard! Do more than just watch. Speak up, ask questions if you don't understand, and engage with your elected officials. 3. Can't make it in person? Thanks to Goffstown Television68, you can watch on local access television, or online with GTV On Demand69 or GTV's YouTube Channel70. 4. Fill out an activity form with the date and committee name for the meeting you attended or watched.

67 https://goffstown.com/community/calendar 68 https://bit.ly/GoffTV 69 https://bit.ly/GTVOnDemand 70 https://youtube.com/GoffstownTelevision The Silver Screen

This summer, bask in the alluring glow of the Silver Screen!

Movies have been an important part of both the pop culture and public library landscapes ever since VHS technology in the 80's made it possible to have a movie night at home. Streaming technology has made it easier that ever to be a film connoisseur! You can get your movie fix from the Goffstown Public Library by checking out our DVDs or accessing our streaming platform Hoopla. Complete 3 out of 5 activities to earn 50 points.

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Everyone loves a summer blockbuster, but when was the last time you watched a documentary? Good documentary films educate, inspire and inform. Our collections boast 191 documentary DVDs, and over 2,700 documentary titles available for streaming through computers, smart TVs, smart phones, and tablets on Hoopla71. To complete this activity:

1. For a DVD, select a documentary title through our catalog72, by searching for 'documentary' and limiting by DVD. The included photo shows how exactly to perform the search. Don't forget to delimit your search to Goffstown's collections by checking the box on the right hand side:

71 https://www.hoopladigital.com 72 http://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search 2. For a streaming title, head on over to Hoopla1. If you don't already have an account, all you need is your library card and email to sign up. Use Hoopla's browse features or search bar to locate a documentary. You can always call the Library at 603.497.2102 or email [email protected] for technical assistance. 3. Make some popcorn, kick back, and enjoy your movie. 4. Fill out an activity form with the title of the film you watched and a brief review.

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Strong opinions abound when it comes to film, so whether you select a title from the American Film Institute's Top 10073, the list of Hollywood's 100 Favorite Films74, or The Guardian's list of 100 Best Films of the 21st Century75, you can use this summer to form or reform opinions of your own. To complete this activity:

1. Select a title (or titles!) from one of the lists mentioned above. You can access hundreds of videos including the classics through the Library catalog2 and Hoopla1. 2. Make some popcorn, kick back, and enjoy the movie! 3. Fill out an activity form with the title of the movie you watched and a brief review. If you'd seen it before, did you forget anything? Did you feel differently about it now than when you first saw it?

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As noted in our "Watch a Documentary" activity, we offer our patrons Hoopla, a digital platform which, among other temptations, offers thousands of films. When looking for titles on Hoopla, you can browse through categories and clever groupings which may point you towards a title you'd never considered before. Hoopla must be seen to be believed!

73 https://bit.ly/BestMovies1 74 https://bit.ly/BestMovies2 75 https://bit.ly/BestMovies3 To complete this activity:

1. Visit www.hoopladigital.com or download the app available for android and iOS. You can also access Hoopla using your smart TV. If this is your first time using Hoopla, you will be asked to set up an account. You can always call the Library at 603.497.2102 or email [email protected] for technical assistance. 2. Select a movie, make some popcorn, kick back, and enjoy! 3. Fill out an activity form with the title of the movie you watched and a brief review. What was special about the movie? How easy was it to use Hoopla?

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Los Angeles, the movie biz, and the folks who work in it are a universe unto themselves, a backdrop for fiction of all kinds, and a mise en scène for memoir. Enjoy the best of both worlds: read a book about L.A., while remaining in New Hampshire. For recommendations, contact our librarians. To complete this activity:

1. Read the book of your choosing. 2. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. 3. Fill out an activity form with the title and author of the book you enjoyed.

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As sure as the sun shines in Southern California, good (and some not-so- good) books are turned into movies. Occasionally, popular movies are even turned into books (looking at you, Star Wars universe). Dive into this land of derivatives, and see what you think! To complete this activity:

1. Read the book of your choosing. 2. View the movie adaptation of your book. 3. Fill out a book/audio review to earn an additional 100 points for reading a book. Was the book better than the movie? Did the movie improve upon the book? Or maybe, do the different art forms diverge so much that comparisons don’t apply? 4. Fill out an activity form with the title of the book and movie you enjoyed. Write Your Own Story

Commit to making this summer the season in which you get your story out of your head and onto paper (or into bits and bytes!). Whether you believe there are only 7 Basic Plots76 in all of literature, or that the themes of storytelling are better encapsulated by Thirty-Six Dramatic Situations77, or you gravitate more to the far more simple Rule of Threes78, you are the only person who can tell your unique stories. For tips on writing, search for books in our library catalog79 or contact our librarians. Complete 3 out of 6 activities to earn 50 points.

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Write a story about your day-to-day experience from a unique perspective. For example, tell the story through the eyes of your pet, houseplant, computer, car, refrigerator, etc. Feel free to write in prose or poetry, or even for stage, film, or TV. The format and genre are up to you! To complete this activity: 1. Write a submission that fits the prompt and is at least 500 characters long (spaces and punctuation count!). 2. Compose your writing directly in an activity form, or use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your work.

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Write a story inspired by genealogical research (for more information on conducting this kind of research, check out our "Discover Genealogy" mission). What you write can be non-fiction-- the straightforward relaying of something you uncovered-- or it can be fiction-- a completely made up story triggered by your genealogical discoveries. Feel free to write in prose or poetry, or even for stage, film, or TV. The format and genre are up to you!

76 https://bit.ly/7BasicPlots 77 https://bit.ly/36Situations 78 https://bit.ly/RuleOf3s 79 https://www.goffstownlibrary.com/search To complete this activity:

1. Conduct genealogical research into your family's history. 2. Write a story inspired by that research which is at least 100 words long. 3. Compose your writing directly in an activity form, or use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your work.

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Write a story that starts with an unusual revelation. Feel free to write in prose or poetry, or even for stage, film, or TV. The format and genre are up to you! To complete this activity:

1. Write a submission that fits the prompt and is at least 100 words long. 2. Compose your writing directly in an activity form, or use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your work.

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Create a character who is coming to Goffstown for the first time ever. What do they see? What do they notice? Your story need not be set in the here and now; place it in the past, place it in the future. What would a stranger think this town is all about? Feel free to write in prose or poetry, or even for stage, film, or TV. The format and genre are up to you!

To complete this activity:

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'If it bleeds, it leads' is a well known journalistic trope; headlines and the opening pages of newspapers are often packed with sensational stories guaranteed to sell. Have you ever stopped to think about those happenings which aren't as sensationally salesworthy, but equally important? Using the Goffstown Public Library's newspapers80 and magazines81, research the stories that were relegated to page six. What undercurrents are happening to our town, our state, our country that are worth bringing forward to the light? To complete this activity:

1. Use newspapers4 and magazines5 to research stories that you think deserve more attention. 2. Write a submission that fits the prompt and is at least 100 words long. 3. Compose your writing directly in an activity form, or use an activity form as a cover page for an attached copy of your work.

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Keep a journal throughout the Summer Experience. Commit to writing something each week for the length of the program. Your journal is your space, but consider adding entries about your daily experience, thoughts, dreams, travel, ambitions, etc.! To complete this activity:

1. Keep a journal during the Summer Experience. Aim to write at least one paragraph per week. 2. At the end of the program, review your journal and reflect. 3. Fill out an activity form with a reflection on your journaling experience. Was there one snippet of writing you’d like to share?

80 https://bit.ly/GPLnewsbank 81 https://bit.ly/GPLmagazines