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Children's Room Special Activities

You Read! You Win!

The Merrimack Public Library and the Manchester Monarchs hockey team have joined forces to reward young readers. Any child or teen that reads five books can earn a voucher for a free ticket to a Monarchs home game. The process is easy - pick up an official reading log in the Children's Room, keep track of the book titles you read and after having read five books turn the log in to the Children's Room for a ticket voucher. Children and teens can participate every month during the Monarch's regular season. The monthly deadline for vouchers and game dates are listed below. Questions about the program can be directed to the Children's Room by phone at 424-5021 or by email.
Last chance this season - Turn in vouchers by Apr. 2 for the Sunday, Apr. 9 game.
Visit the Monarchs' website.

Come meet Max, the Monarch's Mascot on 3/22.


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2010 Youth Media Awards

On January 18, 2010 the American Library Association (ALA) announced the top books, audiobooks and video for children and young adults. A few are highlighted below. Visit the ALA website to read the complete list of honorees.

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March

Registration for March's special activities begins Tuesday, February 16 at 9am, online, by phone or in person. To register online, click on the "Calendar" link at the top of this page then click on the program name.
These programs are open to Merrimack Public Library cardholders. Click here to read about getting a library card.

  • Tuesday, March 2 from 4-4:45 pm - Poem Starters for ages 5-7 with an adult.
    Gear up for the Library’s annual Poetry Contest! Learn writing exercises that will help you develop original poetry.
  • Monday, March 8 from 4-5 pm - Creative Collage for children age 6+.
    Be creative and have fun making several different collages using small squares, magazine pictures and tissue paper.
  • Monday, March 15 from 6:30-7:45 pm - Family Fun Night/Stone Soup for children up to age 3+ with an adult.
    Join us for this classic tale of sharing. Participants will be able to contribute ingredients for our meal. Stores, craft and dinner.
  • Thursday, March 18 from 4-5 pm - Poem Starters for ages 8-12.
    Gear up for the Library’s annual Poetry Contest! Learn writing exercises that will help you develop original poetry.
  • Monday, March 22 from 4-5 pm - Meet Max, the Monarch's Mascot for hockey fans of all ages.
    Meet Max, the Manchester Monarch's mascot and enjoy refreshments.
  • Tuesday, March 23, from 10-10:45 am - National Nutrition Month Storytime - for children up to age 6 with an adult.
    Guest reader Beth Eckhert, a volunteer with the NH Dietetic Association, presents a storytime and craft about healthy foods that will both entertain and educate.
  • Wednesday, March 24, from 4-4:45 pm - Spring has Sprung for children ages 7-9.
    Celebrate spring by making your own bug mobile and see what all the "buzz" is about!

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    April

    Registration for April's special activities begins Monday, March 15 at 9am, online, by phone or in person. To register online, click on the "Calendar" link at the top of this page then click on the program name.
    These programs are open to Merrimack Public Library cardholders. Click here to read about getting a library card.

  • Monday, April 12 at 6:30-7:30 pm - Author/Illustrator Marty Kelley for ages 6-12 with adult.
    A special event to celebrate National Library Week. NH resident Marty Kelley brings years of teaching experience to his high energy, fun filled presentations. He will talk about the process of writing and illustrating a book, from the initial idea to the final product. He will also give a fun behind the scenes look at how his books developed and changed over time along with a drawing demonstration with samples of the actual artwork used in his books. This program is generously funded by a donation from the Merrimack Friends & Family.
  • Tuesday, April 13 at 4-5 pm - Book Making Adventure for ages 6-12.
    Find out what a Gypsy Wagon Book is and make an awesome fashion statement with a Mini-Book Necklace.
  • Wednesday, April 21 at 4-5 pm - Earth Day! for ages 5-8.
    Celebrate this very special day by planting seeds using recycled materials! Learn about the history of Earth Day and the basics of reducing, reusing and recycling.
  • Monday, April 26 at 10-10:45 am - Tumblebooks Drop-in Storytime for ages 3-6 with an adult.
    Join us for this special Drop-in Storytime featuring Tumblebooks, one of the Library's online resources.
  • Tuesday, April 27 at 10-11:30 am - Vikings: Dragons of the Sea for ages 6-12.
    Meet the real vikings: the notorious raiders, merchants, and explorers of medieval seas. In this program, children will learn about real Vikings, their lives and the reasons they set out on their adventures, in an interactive talk with pictures.
  • Wednesday, April 28 at 11am-Noon - Singalong with Hoot-n-Hollah for ages 6 and under with adult.
    Make a rhythm toy and use it in a fun singalong.
  • Thursday, April 29 at 5-8 pm - Dinner and a Movie for ages 5+.
    Bring your bag supper - we'll provide the dessert. Please note: Our movie license prohibits us from publishing the title of the film we plan to show. Please call 424-5021 or email the Children's Room to find out what's playing.
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    Merrimack Public Library
    470 Daniel Webster Highway
    Merrimack, NH 03054
    603.424.5021
    Janet Angus, Library Director
    Joanne Marston, Web site coordinator