News & Events
at the
Jaffrey Public Library
38 Main Street
Jaffrey, NH 03452
603-532-7301
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DIG DEEPER: Read, Investigate, Discover
On Monday, June 20th, we embark on our 2022 Summer Learning journey together with the theme: DIG DEEPER: Read, Investigate, Discover. There's nothing librarians love more than sparking an interest or introducing a new learning tool and watching our patrons delve deeper and discover new passions. Lifelong learning begins at the library, and this summer, we are the place for all ages to read, investigate and discover.
In our last newsletter, I explained the role of gnomes in our summer explorations, but this email contains the promised details of our summer plans. The library staff presented me with a long list of program ideas and boundless enthusiasm, and even with holding them back just a bit to keep it sustainable, they have outdone themselves in planning a great variety of learning activities for all ages, babies through adults.
Library programs are funded almost exclusively from grants and donations. Statistics do play a significant role in our funding opportunities, so thank you in advance for your willingness to note your presence at our self-directed learning stations, allow photos, and fill out evaluation forms at the end of each program. Feedback is essential for us to share your experiences with our funders, and it helps us to provide you with the best learning environment. We read every single evaluation form, and some of our best ideas have come from you.
We are looking forward to a great summer!
Be well. Be safe. Be kind.
Please feel free to contact me any time at jperrin@jaffreypubliclibrary.org.
Kind regards, Julie M. Perrin, Library Director - a.k.a. Ms. Julie
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Farm Fresh Checkout
 Our local growers have kept the community in rhubarb recently, but we are looking forward to additional fresh produce coming soon!
A big thank you to Tracie's Community Farm, Foggy Hill Farm, Maplewater Farm and the Jaffrey Food Pantry for supporting this program.
 An extra loud shout-out to Tracie's for also sharing an abundance of vegetable plants, for free, to our community, in addition to weekly CSA deliveries of fresh produce.
Are you new to Farm Fresh Checkout? Farm Fresh Checkout is one of our food literacy programs, designed to introduce and provide fresh produce to the community. "Why check out just a book, when you can check out a book AND a tomato?" Our local farmers gift the community with produce to introduce you to new varieties and food opportunities you might not otherwise have available. All are welcome to partake. It is truly a gift for all. We also have great cookbooks, and special recipes on our AtoZ Food America and World Food databases so you can figure out how best to prepare that kohlrabi or rutabaga that may be new to your dinner table.
Just come into the library, see what's in the fridge by the service desk, take it home and enjoy! |
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DIG DEEPER - Read, Investigate, Discover
Summer Learning for ALL AGES - June 20 through August 5.
Online registration for Summer Learning is available here or scan the QR code in the picture below.
After you register, come to the library to pick up your packets which include your summer library challenges/BINGO cards and an entire booklet of summer events. This newsletter will include some highlights, but there are too many events to list here so pick up your booklet and visit our Event Calendar for more details and to register for individual programs.
We offer activities for all ages, infant through adult. You also have your choice of BINGO cards, according to your preference for a wide variety of activities that include programs and digital resources or a "total book challenge."
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Special Events for the Whole Family
Water Fun Day with Jaffrey Fire Department
Friday, July 8 at 3:00 pm
 The town's favorite day of water fun and games with Jaffrey Fire Department is back! We invite the whole family to join us on the Library Lawn for a chance to meet our local fire crew and participate in water games. Be sure to bring your sunscreen and a towel. Caregiver supervision required for all ages. All are welcome, no registration.
Santa Storytime
Wednesday, July 13 at 10:30 am
 HO, HO, HO! Where does Santa spend his summer? In Jaffrey, of course! Does he have a summer Santa suit? You can find out when Monadnock Santa joins us on the Library Lawn for stories, magic and music. He said something to the librarians about a Santa boogie so bring your energy for a fun-filled Santa in July event! Don't forget your blanket and sun hat. All are welcome, no registration. (Santa expressly said "The more, the merrier," and you know he likes to be merry!)
Raptors Up Close
Friday, July 15 at 3:00 pm
 Join us on the Library Lawn for a special visit from the Vermont Institute of Natural Science. This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls enables participants to understand the defining characteristics that make a bird a raptor and their adaptations for life as a predator on the wing. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience. Sponsored by a grant from MilliporeSigma. All are welcome, no registration.
CLiF Author/Illustrator Storytime and Book Giveaway
Wednesday, July 27 at 10:30 am
 Thanks to a grant from the Children's Literacy Foundation (CLiF), we invite Summer Learning families to this special storytelling and book giveaway event with a children’s author. Following the storytelling, CLiF will treat each child to two books to take home for their personal libraries. The event will be held on the Library Lawn, so bring a blanket and sunblock. Please indicate ages of children when registering. Registration is required so that CLiF sends us enough books.
Summer Finale: Dig Deeper into the Science of Ice Cream
Friday, August 5 at 3:00 pm
 Eating ice cream is your science homework?! SubZero Ice Cream and Yogurt will demonstrate the science behind nitrogen ice cream to celebrate your Summer Learning accomplishments. Join us on the Library Lawn to see the properties of liquid nitrogen in action. The demonstration will be followed by free ice cream for all registrants. You must be a Summer Learning participant to join in the celebration. Allergy-friendly options available. Sponsored by a grant from MilliporeSigma.
Registration required. All ages.
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DIG DEEPER into... our Event Calendar for even more programs!
Registration for these events will open on June 20th.
Here are a few examples.
If you want to DIG DEEPER into LIFE SCIENCES, join us for:
Dig Deeper into Plants & Gnomes
Wednesday, July 20 at 2:00 pm
 At this crafty gardening workshop, learn about houseplants and make your very own gnome pot! We are rooting cuttings from our library plants so you can examine root systems of your “baby plants.” Join us to decorate your pot to look like a gnome and then pot your new plant to take home! Registration required. Ages 8 and up.
Dig Deeper into the Wild World of Water Bugs
Friday, July 29 at 3:00 pm
 Go on a water bug safari on the library lawn with Harris Center naturalist, Susie Spikol. You’ll discover who has a mouth like a bull-dozer, which bugs breathe from their bottoms, and why dragonfly babies look nothing like their parents. Registration required. Ages 6 and up. Caregiver participation required under age 9.
If you want to DIG DEEPER into EARTH SCIENCES, join us for:
Dig Deeper into Paleontology
Thursday, July 14 at 2:00 pm
 Become a paleontologist and join us for a hands-on exploration of the science of fossils, rocks, and minerals. We will learn about the tools used on a real-life dig site, then excavate and identify real gemstones and fossils, and dig deeper into our finds with our giant magnifiers and binocular microscopes. Each participant will receive specimens to keep, as well as tools to help their future digs. Registration required. Ages 4 and up. Caregiver participation required under age 9.
Dig Deeper into Volcanoes
Thursday, July 21 at 2:00 pm
 Magma, lava, tephra, gas… volcanoes are loud, exciting, and messy! Learn about the science of volcanoes while building your own with us on the Library Lawn. This is a messy program, so come dressed in clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Registration required. Ages 6 and up. Caregiver participation required under age 9.
If you want to DIG DEEPER into FORENSIC SCIENCE, join us for:
Dig Deeper into Forensic Science
Thursday, July 28 at 2:00 pm
 Solve crimes like a real forensic scientist with Officer Kelsea from the Jaffrey Police Department. We’ll learn how science and sleuthing combine to catch criminals, trying out a few techniques to help in your future investigations, including footprint casting, fingerprinting and chromatography. Registration required. Ages 6 and up. Caregiver participation required under age 9.
We will also DIG DEEPER into ECO-LITERACY, ART, ENGINEERING and TECHNOLOGY with these special programs.
Visit our Event Calendar for more information and to register. Registration will open on June 20th. Space is limited for some programs so please check your calendar before registering.
- Dig Deeper into Jaffrey History with Color Theory - Wednesday, July 6 at 2:00 pm
- Dip Your Toes into Coding - Thursday, July 7 at 2:00 pm
- Dig Deeper into Fiber Arts: Needle Felted Mushrooms - Wednesday, July 13 at 2:00 pm
- Dig Deeper into Eco-Jewelry - Wednesday, July 27 at 2:00 pm
- Dig Deeper into Natural Jewelry - Wednesday, August 3 at 2:00 pm
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Up & Atom Outdoor Storytime
Every Wednesday, weather permitting, 10:30 am
 This storytime for children of all ages features stories and activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We meet weekly for a story, a fingerplay, and a STEM-themed sensory activity on the Library Lawn. Bring a blanket or use our lawn chairs. Don’t forget your water bottle and sun hat!
Arrive early to join the Learning Garden Brigade to learn about and care for our beautiful garden.
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Gnomes, Literacy & Community
Our Adopt-a-Gnome program, born of an idea from one patron, has taken on a life of its own. We now have dozens of gnomes of all shapes & sizes, including ones created from literary characters and made just for the library by our talented community. Even our youngest patrons are bringing in gnomes to join the fun.
And of course, to adopt a gnome at the end of summer, you must be participating in the Summer Learning program and practice your reading and writing skills by filling out a gnome adoption application.
Be sure to check out our Gnome Reads next time you visit, and don't be surprised to see gnomes in unexpected places...
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Book Bike Deliveries
Reserve your Bike stop by Saturday at 12:30 pm to be on the following week's dropoff schedule.
 Ms. Andrea rides on Mondays and Ms. Bailey rides on Tuesdays, delivering books for outreach programs, as well as to neighborhoods and special requests along the way.
Reserve books in advance and schedule a drop-off right to your front door. Call the library and ask to speak to Ms. Bailey, our Book Bike Manager, to check our delivery route to see if your neighborhood is included and get on our schedule. This program is weather and staff dependent. You do not need to be homebound for this service.
Visit our website to view our current bike routes.
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THANK YOU!
Our list of 2022 Summer Learning sponsors is even longer!
Thank you for so much support!
We couldn't do it without you.
- MilliporeSigma
- Anonymous Donors
- Belletetes of Jaffrey
- Boot Legger’s Footwear
- Cafe 532
- Charity Lodge #18
- Children's Literacy Foundation
- Daffodil's
- Escape Hatch Books
- Gauthier Auto Services
- Hannaford of Rindge
- Jaffrey Fire Department
- Jaffrey Pizza Barn
- Jaffrey Police Department
- Monadnock Santa
- Park Theatre
- People's United Bank
- Shattuck and Dublin Taproom
- Shaw's of Peterborough
- TD Bank
- Vine Consignment Boutique
- Walmart of Rindge
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