July 2025 Hello everyone! For the month of July we have Desi-Rae. We invite you to come see their work at the Gorham Public Library! photo taken by Ariel Collins. “My relationship to my art is akin to that of my feet to the ground. I am always in contact with it, and it supportsContinue reading “Artist of the Month”
Category Archives: Library Services
Book Club Reads
The Gorham Public Library Book Club is a seasonal book group that meets on a designated Wednesday of the seasonal Month. No registration is required. We will have copies of the seasonal book available at the circulation desk when meeting date is posted on the webpage. All books are due Friday following the meeting date.Continue reading “Book Club Reads”
Summer Reading Program
2025 Summer Reading Programs advance literacy and academic performance by engaging children and teens in reading during summer months. They also work to foster a love of reading through public library programs and services and increase successful reading experiences through librarian-supported, self-selected, voluntary reading. Registration will be available June 30th -July 3rd 2025. Keeping TrackContinue reading “Summer Reading Program”
New Hampshire Toy Library
What is the Toy Library? Gorham Public Library is able to be a host site for NH Toy Library thanks to a grant from New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, done in partnership with Berlin Public Library, and White Mountain Community College. The goal of our toy library is to provide access to education toys for allContinue reading “New Hampshire Toy Library”
Launchpads
Launchpad materials were made possible through the Dollar General Literacy Foundation grant. Pre-loaded with content for kids designed with a simple, easy-to-use interface, and 100% secure. No download time. No need for Wi-Fi. Access to content is simple as turning on each device — anytime, anywhere. What is a Launchpad? Launchpad Academy offers structured digitalContinue reading “Launchpads”
Manga
What is Manga? Manga refers to two Kanji words: “Man” interpreted to mean entertaining or exaggerated; and “ga” which can be interpreted as drawing or image. Interested to know more about Manga? The History of Manga is located after Series at the Gorham Public Library. Types of Manga This section does not mean genres. MostContinue reading “Manga”
Wonderbooks
What Are They? A Wonderbook is a hardcover picture book, or early reader, with a ready-to-play audiobook located on the inside cover. Young readers can experience the joy of reading while learning at the same time. How They Work Frequently Asked Questions How can I listen to Wonderbooks? There is a volume controlled speaker attachedContinue reading “Wonderbooks”
Great North Woods Community Read
What is a Community Read? A community read is a shared reading experience where members of the community all read and discuss one book. The Great North Woods Community Read connects members from the areas of Gorham, Berlin, and Randolph through the Public Libraries and the White Mountain Community College. 2024 Fall Community Read AmericanContinue reading “Great North Woods Community Read”
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Program Overview Read a book (any book, you can repeat books) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books before they start kindergarten. How to Participate Read with your child. Studies have shown that reading with your child provides a great opportunity for bonding. Reading together is fun andContinue reading “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten”
Early Learning Kit
An Early Literacy Kit is an activity bag designed to help prepare your child for school by learning about essential concepts. Kits are available on a first come first serve basis and one kit per family may be taken out for two weeks. About the Kits: Early Childhood is an exciting time! Brain growth isContinue reading “Early Learning Kit”