Hampton Public Library is open by appointment only Monday-Thursday 1pm to 4:30pm and Friday 1pm to 3pm. Curbside is also available Monday through Thursday 10:00 am to 5:30 pm and on Friday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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The Hampton Public Library's Board of Trustees will meet in a regular session on Wednesday, August 19th @ 5:15pm in the Library. A tentative agenda includes; Warrants to be paid for July and August. A review of the reopening plan and progression to opening more fully. This meeting is open to the public with social distancing and mask wearing enforced. Out of an abundance of caution for your safety as well as the staff's, the Hampton Public Library is open by appointment only; Monday - Thursday 1 to 4:30pm and Friday 1pm to 3pm. If you want to browse the collection you need to call the library to make an appointment. At present the library is still offering curbside service for your requested books, dvds, or magazines. To request items you can use the catalog to reserve items on this website or call the library to reserve items. Curbside is offered Monday through Thursday 10am to 5:30pm and Friday 10am to 3pm. There is no programming at this time due to the Pandemic, with the exception of the Adult Book Club. Between the Covers will meet via Zoom on Wednesday, August 20th at 4:30pm. The book being discussed is The Huntress by Kate Quinn. The Friends of the Hampton Public Library now have an online store! Thanks to Got U Covered. The website is https://hamptonlibrary2019.itemorder.com On the site there are some new t-shirts as well as older favorite designs. Only about 51% of families read aloud daily to their young children. With that in mind, the Hampton Public Library in partnership with First Bank Hampton is offering a program for children birth through Kindergarten. The program " 1000 Books before Kindergarten" encourages parents and guardians to regularly read to their young children. By reading just one book a night, families can reach their 1000 book challenge in three years. Reading to your children is the best activity to ensure their success in school and in life. Contact the Library for details. The program is free!
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If you are interested in donating or leaving a memorial to the Foundation of the Hampton Public Library. Call the Library at 641-456-4451 for more information. Smaller donations can be made directly to the Library. Library Services: *Computers and Wifi *Faxing & Scanning *Copies & Printing *Adult Book Club *Storytime & Toddlertime *Childrens' Book Club *Summer Reading Program *Geneology *Movies on DVD *Free Library Card *eBooks *Interlibrary loan *Downloadable free music *Online Language *downloadable audiobooks/books on CD *Proctor for tests *Brainfuse database *Credo Database * Makerspace and Lego Clubs *Online Chilton's Auto Repair
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Choose the Brainfuse tab at the top to access a wealth of resources for resume building, career training, test preparation, computer/ software training, and more! Create your own account and work at your own pace.
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The Hampton Public Library offers 24 hour access to WiFi. If you don't have a computer, the Library provides one for you during our normal operating hours.
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The Transparent Learning method takes users through a series of simple steps to memorize words and phrases in a new language, including their meanings and proper pronunciation, in the shortest possible time. This program has over 90 languages available. Click on the icon below to see how it works! |
If you are trying to email the Hampton Public Library. Please email me at kim@hampton.lib.ia.us where your email will be held in confidence. As the Director, I am concerned that you and your family have a good experience while visiting our library or the website. Observations from our patrons are always welcome!