It's National Library Week April 7 to 13, and we thought we'd take the opportunity to highlight some of the more unique items the Concord area libraries have available to check out ... other than books!
At libraries in the capitol region, you can find for loan:
Museum Passes
Concord area libraries offer free and discounted passes to museums all over NH and MA. Reservations may still be required by the museum. Click your library link below for details:
- Allenstown Library State Park and New England Aquarium passes
- Baker Free Library
- Boscawen Public Library
- Chichester Town Library
- Concord Public Library
- Dunbarton Public Library (reimbursement program)
- Hooksett Library
- Hopkinton Town Library
- Maxfield Public Library
- Pembroke Town Library
- Webster Free Public Library
Telescope
The NH Astronomical Society has been instrumental in providing telescopes for families to borrow straight from their local library.
Activity Bags
If your kids are saying, "I'm bored" or you have a long drive, your library can probably help with more than just books! You can check out activity packs/bags to keep your children entertained (and learning!) for longer.
- Hopkinton Town Library- Social Emotional Learning Backpacks
- Maxfield Public Library- Activity Bags donated by The Dorcas Guild
- Pembroke Town Library- Early Literacy Backpacks
STEM Kits
Whether your children are interested in dinosaurs, electronics, coding, magnets, or building things, libraries in the Concord area have all kinds of kits to help children explore the world of STEM!
- Baker Free Library- Tinker Kits
- Hooksett Public Library- Science Kits
- Pembroke Town Library- Snap Circuits
Technology
- Dunbarton Public Library- Launchpad Learning Tablets
- Pembroke Town Library- Launchpad Learning Tablets, Mini Smartphone Printer, Portable Projection System
Seeds
Actually, there is no need to just borrow seeds. Pick them up from your local library, plant them, and reap the benefits of fresh produce or flowers! These are available seasonally.
- Dunbarton Public Library
- Maxfield Public Library
3D Printing
You actually can't take it home, BUT some local libraries have 3D Printers that they let families "borrow"! Cardholders must put in a request and be sure to read the specifics about using it.
Sewing Machine, Microscope, Cricut Maker, and TONS MORE!
- Pembroke Town Library- Library of Things
- Concord Public Library- Library
The library, of course, also has plenty more to discover, from books to DVDs to regular events like story times and STEM events. You can always find tons of library events on our Macaroni KID Concord calendar!
Stop by your library during National Library Week and explore! What interesting thing can you find to take home?
