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.
Updated Information for August 2020
The Goodwin Library, Farmington NH Partial Reopening Phase 2.5!!
Our hours have changed as we cautiously move toward our regular hours: Mondays 11:00-3:00, Thursdays 4:00 to 8:00, Saturdays 10:00-1:00.
We are open for appointments of 20 minutes each for computer use, printing, faxing, scanning and Notary Services (as available). We are limited to 6 patrons at a time on the Adult/YA floor and 4 patrons on the Children’s’ floor.
Masks are mandatory.
To make an appointment call 755-2944 x101 or x105 or email JWHITE@GOODWINLIBRARY.ORG
For this phase of reopening, the stacks are open for browsing. Please continue to make reservations for the items you want. Curbside pick up is available during our open hours.
Patrons please come to the rear entrance: You will be asked standard Covid-19 questions. If you do not have a mask, we have a limited supply to hand out. Please practice social distancing while you are in the library.
Please put ALL returns in the drop box for quarantining but Please do not force items into the book drop if it is full. At this time, no fees are being charged for overdue materials.
Curbside Pick-Up extended
Curbside pick up is available when we are open!
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- We will call you to confirm your order is ready.
- You may pick up your order anytime we are open.
- Your items will be inside the back door. A staff member will assist you.
If you have Limited Mobility or cannot leave your vehicle due to children or pets on board:
- Call us at 755-2944 x101 to let us know you are here to pick up your items. Please do not get out of your vehicle.
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- A masked staff member will bring the item/s out to your vehicle, verify the account name/s and:
- hand them to you through your window or,
- you can pop the trunk. Or,
- the staff member can place the bag on the ground near your vehicle and you can exit your vehicle to retrieve them once the staff member has stepped away.
- A masked staff member will bring the item/s out to your vehicle, verify the account name/s and:
- For everyone’s safety we will not be accepting returns handed to staff members. All returns must be deposited in the book drop, open on Mondays, and Thursdays thru Saturdays.
Book Menu
The Bookies- 7/23 at 3PM on Zoom
The Mysterious Affair at Styles, A tale by the queen of mystery, Agatha Christie.
This classic manor-house whodunit debuts Christie’s much beloved character, the detective Hercule Poirot.
Copies are available on Overdrive and the discussion will be held via Zoom on For more info please contact Donna at dswett@goodwinlibrary.org
Summer Reading Starts 6/22!
Our Summer Reading Program starts 6/23! This year we will once again have online logging available by going to : https://engagedpatrons.org/read/index.cfm?SiteID=8753&ReadID=819 to create an online account. Select the START HERE button. Fill in the areas marked with asterisks* to create an account. You can choose to share (or not share) your reading lists by checking the box labeled “List Sharing,” this list will be viewable by anyone with the link. Parents can also select the ability to manage multiple profiles. This will allow you to add titles and minutes to multiple child profiles under one account. You need to create an account before you can create child profiles. Once your account is created you can log in and click “add title” to add titles (and minutes) to your profile. If you have any questions about online book logging, please contact us.
Summer Comics Workshop – 8/11 2-4PM
Join us for a Comics Workshop with Marek Bennett! This program will be August 11 from 2-4PM for students in grades 4-8. It will be presented via Zoom and registration is required. Email kmorin@goodwinlibrary.org to register.
Funding for the Kids, Books and the Arts event is provided by the Jack and Dorothy Byrne Foundation Cogswell Benevolent Trust, and is supported in part by a grant from the NH State Council on the Arts & the National Endowment for the Arts as well as funds administered by the NH State Library. You are asked to use this credit line in all of your promotional materials, including your website postings about the event. Also, please announce these funders at your Kids, Books and the Arts events.
Summer Reading Kick Off- Science Tellers
This summer we’re “hosting” Science Tellers! Click on this link https://vimeo.com/421330198/de94ac01b0 to access the video recording of their program all summer long!
Blue Job Book Award Voting
It’s time to vote for your favorite Blue Job Book! Students in grades 3-7, use this link to vote for 1 graphic novel for the Blue Job Book Award. https://forms.gle/S4NhnvWacW1BZmGJ9
Online Card Registration Active
Online Card Registration is now active! Go to our catalog goodwin.biblionix.com and click on “Sign Up Online” to register. This will give you access to digital titles and databases ONLY. Once the library has reopened, you will need to fill out a card application in the library to borrow physical items.
Ancestry Library Edition Available from Home
Ancestry Library Edition is now available from home! Just go to our catalog and log in with your library card number (without the P) and your phone number (no area code or dashes).
Free EBSCO Resources
Check out these free resources to support students during distance learning!
Museum Resources
Many museums are closed during this time. But check out their Facebook pages for virtual activities!
Handicap Entrance
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The library’s Accessible entrance is located at the rear of the library, off the bank parking lot.
Now Accepting Debit/Credit Cards!
https://www.selflender.com/blog/are-credit-cards-inescapable.html
You’ve requested it and it’s finally here!
The library can accept debit/credit cards!
Minimum amount is $5 due to fees associated with accepting cards.
Can not pay fines over $100 online, as of right now.
Step 1:
Log into your account through our catalog
Step 2:
Go to “My Account”
Step 3:
Click “Pay $… with a credit card online”
Step 4:
If you have Paypal you can pay with PayPal.
If you don’t have PayPal you can click “Pay with debit or credit card” and pay through PayPal as a guest.
Please contact the library if you have any questions (603) 755-2944
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