The Goodwin Library is a public library that serves as an information center for the personal, cultural, and social growth for the community of Farmington. The Library maintains collections and implements programs that address the community’s changing informational and recreational needs for education and literacy. The collections, materials, and programs are offered in a variety of formats to ensure equitable access for all. The Library believes that free and open access to information and resources will establish the framework for an informed and involved community.
Now Taking Donations for Hay Day Book Sale
We are now accepting donations of gently used books for the Hay Day Book Sale!
The sale will be held on Hay Day, which will be Saturday, August 16. Proceeds go to the Friends of the Goodwin Library, who help us fund services like Museum Passes and special guests!
Limit is 3 boxes of donations per household. While we appreciate your generosity, we are unable to take donations of encyclopedias, textbooks, or magazines. We are also unable to accept donations of books that have been stored in basements, sheds, or barns.
Please bring any donations inside the library while we are open and kindly refrain from leaving donations outside the library or in/around the book drop. Thank you!
Coming Soon: Dolly Parton Imagination Library!
We are raising funds to start the Imagination Library here in Farmington!
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library mails a brand-new book every month to each child age 0-5 that is enrolled in the program.
A donation of $32 can fund books for one child for one year, and a donation of $155 can fund books for a child for the full 5 years. Please email Kayla at kmorin@goodwinlibrary.org if you would like more information!
You can also click here to visit the Imagination Library website.
Summer Meals Program – Mondays from 10:30am-11:30am, June 23-August 22
We are a site for the Community Action Partnership Summer Meals Program!
All children under 18 are eligible for this program, which provides free, nutritious breakfasts and lunches for the week.
Bags of food can be picked up Monday mornings. This program runs from June 23 through August 22.
Summer Story Times! Every Monday at 10:30 – 6/16 through 7/28
Bring a blanket and join us for story time on the lawn!
This story time is geared towards ages 0-6.
Family Nights in the Park – Wednesdays at 6:30pm (7/9-7/30)
We’re partnering with the Rec Department to bring four weeks of Family Fun to Fernald Park!
Pack a picnic dinner and join us for these FREE family fun events. Fernald Park is located by the intersection of Tappan St. and Central St., across from St. Peter’s Church.
July 9 — Mr. Aaron Music
July 16 — Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals
July 23 — Magic Fred
July 30 — Foam Party (Bring a towel & dry clothes!!)
The Bookies – Tuesday, 8/19 at 6:00pm, In-person and on Zoom
The Bookies is Goodwin Library’s book club! Join us in August to discuss the non-fiction book Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.
We have multiple copies available for checkout, so just stop by if you would like to borrow one. New members are always welcome!
This program can be attended in-person or online. Please email Amy at acornwell@goodwinlibrary.org if you would like the Zoom link.
Summary: Written in Greek by the only Roman emperor who was also a philosopher, without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a remarkable series of challenging spiritual reflections and exercises developed as the emperor struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe. While the Meditations were composed to provide personal consolation and encouragement, Marcus Aurelius also created one of the greatest of all works of philosophy: a timeless collection that has been consulted and admired by statesmen, thinkers and readers throughout the centuries.
Goodwin Library @ National Night Out! Tuesday, 8/5 from 5:00-7:00pm
Come see us during this free event at Fernald Park!
There will be fun activities, a touch-a-truck, and a storyteller! Sponsored by the Farmington Police Department and the Farmington Recreation Department.
Fernald Park is located at the intersection of Central St. and Tappan St., across from St. Peter’s Church.
CLiF Storyteller and Book Giveaway – Tuesday, 8/5 at 5:30pm
We are excited to host a storytelling presentation and book giveaway with storyteller Simon Brooks at Fernald Park!
After his presentation, each child in attendance will be able to pick 2 brand new books! Thank you, CLiF!!
This program will be held at Fernald Park. Rain location is Goodwin Library. Fernald Park is located at the intersection of Central St. and Tappan St., across from St. Peter’s Church.
Caregiver Café – Friday, 8/8 at 1:00pm
Are you caring for a chronically ill or disabled loved one?
Join Cornerstone VNA at the library for an informative support group. Meet other caregivers from the community and enjoy light refreshments.
Kindergarten Meet & Greet – Tuesday, 8/12 at 5:00pm
Is your child starting Kindergarten this year?
Drop by the library to meet other families with new Kindergarteners!
Don’t forget to sign up for library cards while you’re here!
Adult Craft: Clay Incense Burners – Tuesday, 8/12 at 5:00pm
Join us to make your own incense burner from air dry clay and add a bit of Zen to your home.
This program is free and open to the public!
Hay Day Book Sale – Saturday, 8/16, 10:00am-2:00pm
Get great book deals at the Friends of the Library Hay Day Book Sale!
The sale will run from 10:00am to 2:00pm in the library parking lot. Please note the library itself will be closed on Hay Day. However, the Historical Society’s Museum will be open by way of the side door.
Purchase a Goodwin Library canvas tote to fill for $12, or fill a plastic grocery bag for $5. You can also bring your own reusable bag to fill! Then check out the vendors at the ball fields on Summer Street.
Proceeds go to the Friends of the Goodwin Library, who help us fund services like Museum Passes and special guests!
Tie Dye Party! Tuesday, 8/19 at 5:00pm
Join us to tie dye clothes!
Bring a shirt, and we’ll provide dye!
Trustee Meeting – Thursday, 8/21 at 6:00pm
Attend a trustee meeting to learn about what’s happening at the library.
The public is welcome and encouraged to attend!
Homeschool Info Night – Tuesday, 8/26 at 5:00pm
Starting your first year of homeschool and don’t know where to start?
Come to ask your questions and learn about getting started with homeschooling in NH!
Last Day of Summer Reading is August 2nd!
The last day of ALL Summer Reading Programs is Saturday, August 2nd!
Click here to view the schedule for the remaining Summer Reading activities!
Raffles will be pulled the following week and winners will be contacted by phone.
Ask us about sponsoring a story for the 2025 Story Trail season!
Would you like to sponsor a Story Trail book?
A donation of $75 sponsors a story for the trail.
Email Kayla at kmorin@goodwinlibrary.org if you would like more information!
NEW! 100 Books Before Graduation!
Are you looking for a reading challenge, but have already finished Middle School? This reading program is for you!
This program is open to grades 7-12. See if you can read 100 books before you graduate high school!
You can earn free books, stickers, and even an Aroma Joe’s and FHOP gift card when you hit big milestones. Sign up today at the front desk upstairs!
Yoto Players Now Available for Checkout!
We now have 2 Yoto Mini Players and a collection of Yoto cards you can borrow!
The players can be borrowed on an adult card that has been open for at least 1 month, and adults and children can check out 2 Yoto book cards at a time.
What is a Yoto?
A Yoto is a handheld audiobook player. Pop a card into the top of the player to listen to your favorite stories!
Lego Saturdays! Every Saturday, from 10:00am to 1:30pm
We have tons of Legos in the Children’s Room – stop in for some building fun and see what you can create!
We also have Duplos for little ones!
New Story Trail Book!
Read Hello, Goodbye Dog! by Maria Gianferrari. This story is sponsored in memory of Blanche K. O’Brien.
This story will be up through mid-September.
The Story Trail is located at the McCarthy Trail, next to the Public Safety Complex at 160 NH-153.
We Have a Little Free Library!
Take a book, leave a book!
There are all kinds of books in our little free library! The top shelf has children’s books, the bottom shelf has adult books. Stop by and check it out – it’s right outside our front door!
Please keep in mind that the Little Free Library is not a book return for library books! The book return is behind the building.
WIC at the Goodwin Library
The Goodwin Library is pleased to host Strafford County WIC once a month on Thursdays for their clinics.
If you have an appointment, you can find the WIC clinic in our community room, which is upstairs from the main floor of the library. Elevator access is available.
Don’t hesitate to ask staff for directions – we are happy to help!
You can reach the local Strafford County WIC office at (603) 332-4358 or the State WIC Agency at 1-800-942-4321. You can also visit dhhs.nh.gov for more information about the NH WIC program.
Handicap Entrance
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