Tag Archives: Children
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
The 9th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest at Gorham Public Library Decorate a pumpkin to look like a book character or theme from a book! The Pumpkins will be on display at the library from October 21st – 24th, 2025. Members of the Community will come in and vote for the best pumpkin in 3 differentContinue reading “Pumpkin Decorating Contest”
Holiday Craft Fair
Come shop a variety of homemade goods from local sellers! When? Friday, December 5th 2025 4:00PM – 7:00PM Where? At the Gorham Public Library This event is being held as part of Gorham’s Annual Winterfest! Oh, No! It’s the Grinch! Oh, No! The Grinch is loose in the Gorham Public Library! Can you find allContinue reading “Holiday Craft Fair”
Artist of the Month
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”
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”
New Hampshire and Maine Mineral School Program
About This is a four week series starting with basic geology and mineralogy. Every student will receive a rock/mineral and a map of mineral localities. Students will learn where to find minerals and how to prospect and collect them. Registration is required. When and Where? Days: Every Tuesday Starting: April 9th, 2024 Ending: April 30th,Continue reading “New Hampshire and Maine Mineral School Program”
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”
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Have you ever wondered what happens in the library when it is closed? We will share our secret world with your stuffed animal friend during our “Stuffed Animal Sleepover” event. Any stuffed animal can participate! Schedule Friday, December 29, between 12:00 – 5:45PM Drop off one of your stuffed animals at the circulation desk. WhenContinue reading “Stuffed Animal Sleepover”
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”