September 2023

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Friday, September 12:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Friday Matinee: Book Club, The Next Chapter

Friday Matinee: Book Club, The Next Chapter Book Club: The Next Chapter is a 2023 comedy about four best friends who take their book club to Italy for a fun girls trip. When things go off the rails and secrets are revealed, their relaxing vacation turns into a once-in-a-lifetime cross-country adventure.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 3Library Closed

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Monday, September 4Library Closed

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Tuesday, September 59:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 59:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 51:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Nonfiction Book Club - The Long Haul

Nonfiction Book Club - The Long HaulThe Library's Nonfiction Book Club discusses Long Haul by Finn Murphy. Copies of the book will be available to borrow. All readers are welcome to the meeting. Book Description: More than thirty years ago, Finn Murphy dropped out of college to become a long-haul trucker.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 56:00—7:00 PMPavilionHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Sensory Play Group

Sensory Play GroupJoin Miss Emily at our new pavilion for some sensory play!  We will have a variety of activities, messy play, and sensory experiences to try out.   Get ready to try something new (and probably make a mess while doing it!)This program is best for children ages 3-8.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 64:00—4:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Teen Advisory Board

Teen Advisory BoardMake your voices heard!  Join the Hampstead Public Library Teen Advisory Board!  Board members will help decide what types of programs and activities they want to see happen here at the library!  You may join at any time and must be in grades 7-12 to participate.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 64:30—5:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Teen Candy BINGO

Teen Candy BINGOCelebrate the start of a new school year with Candy BINGO for grades 5-12!  You will have chances to win full-size candy bars or Screeemfest Tickets with each round we play!  Please let us know of any food allergies when you register and we…Learn More
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Thursday, September 79:30—10:30 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Toddler Talk and Play

Images of young children on blue background with words Toddler Talk and PlayNew in 2023: The Hampstead Public Library has partnered up with the Children's Museum of New Hampshire to bring new play-based learning opportunities to young children. Our Talk and Play programs will feature toys provided by this grant partnership! Children learn through play.…Learn More
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Friday, September 81:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Magic Tea

Magic TeaCome sip tea, learn behind the scenes secrets about magic, and some tricks from magician Michael Z. Yusah.   Tea being served: Mint Magic, a blend of refreshing spearmint and peppermint leaves from the Pacific Northwest, lively orange peel, and sweet cinnamon complete the soothing flavor (caffeine free).…Learn More

Friday, September 85:00—6:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) The Bear: Humanities at Home - Postapocalyptic Fiction in the American Century

(Virtual) The Bear: Humanities at Home - Postapocalyptic Fiction in the American CenturyThis event is virtual (and not in-person) via Zoom. Please click HERE to register.  New Hampshire Humanities will host Dr. Brett Ryan Bellamy for a discussion exploring what The Bear, alongside other post-apocalyptic books, reveals about our contemporary anxieties.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 910:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Spinners & Knitters meeting

Spinners & Knitters meetingThis group meets the 2nd Saturday of the month from 10 am to 12 PM in the upstairs large meeting room.   The group is comprised of mainly knitters and spinners (who create their own yarn on spinning wheels); however, all needleworkers are welcome to join.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 10Library Closed

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Monday, September 116:00—7:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

From Page to Plate Cookbook Club

From Page to Plate Cookbook ClubWelcome to our new cookbook club! We envision this to be a fun, social group where all levels of cooks are welcome. The first cookbook we'll sample is Jamie Oliver's 5 Ingredients. How it works: - Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the cookbook we’ll be sampling at our meet-up.…Learn More
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Tuesday, September 129:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 129:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 1212:30—1:15 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Chair Yoga

Chair YogaMaggie Grace from the Yoga Room in Hampstead leads us in a Chair Yoga class, in which we practice strengthening, stretching, and meditative breathing exercises. Please register in advance so we can plan the space.

Tuesday, September 127:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Before Brooklyn: The Unsung Heroes who Helped Break Baseball’s Color Barrier with Ted Reinstein

Before Brooklyn:  The Unsung Heroes who Helped Break Baseball’s Color Barrier with Ted ReinsteinTed Reinstein discusses his latest book, BEFORE BROOKLYN: THE UNSUNG HEROES WHO HELPED BREAK BASEBALL'S COLOR BARRIER, which spans the six decades Black baseball players were banned from the major leagues and explores the extraordinary Americans who never gave up on the struggle to integrate our national pastime and overturn its racist past.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 133:00—4:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
PavilionHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Rosemary's Retirement Celebration!

Rosemary's Retirement Celebration!Big congratulations to our Library Director, Rosemary Krol, who is retiring September 15th. Under her 8 years of service at the library she accomplished many incredible things, including the honor of being named Library of the Year in 2017, building the walkway to the back garden, the renovation of the children's area, and building the community pavilion.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 136:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

The Bear: Foraging with William Dunkerly of Dunk's Mushrooms

The Bear: Foraging with  William Dunkerly of Dunk's Mushrooms William Dunkerley, better known as Dunk, has a background in foraging, wildcrafting, and food preservation methods, such as fermenting, making vinegar, curing, and drying. He'll discuss his passion for all things food and his specialty of playing with unique flavors from wild foraged items.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 169:30 AM—1:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Stitched with Love

Stitched with LoveStitched with Love charitable quilt sewers meet to create items for groups of people (or animals) in need. The group meets at the Library on the third Saturday morning of each month. Set up starts at 9:30 am, and the meeting ends by 1 pm. This group supports local needs whenever possible.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 17Library Closed

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Monday, September 189:30—10:15 AMPavilionHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Program RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Fall Story Time

Fall Story TimeJoin us for our Fall Story Time session on Mondays at 9:30AM beginning September 18th! This Story Time session will feature themed stories and crafts; sing, move, and read with us! This program is designed for 3-6 year-olds, but siblings and slightly younger or older children are welcome at their caregiver's discretion! We can't wait to read with you!This program will be held outside at our pavilion while the weather is favorable, so please come with chairs or blankets to sit on.

Monday, September 186:00—7:30 PMOther

POSTPONED: Women's Circle

POSTPONED: Women's Circle*** Due to the rain, tonight's Women's Circle is being moved to tomorrow at 6pm. Please RSVP for details on location.  Please note the earlier start time for this month's Women's Circle (6pm). Additionally, this month's meet up will take place outside of the library.…Learn More

Monday, September 186:30—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Women's Circle

Women's CircleWhat’s a Women’s Circle? A women’s circle is a welcoming, safe, supportive and revered space for women to come together to be heard and seen. Women throughout history have gathered in circles to empower, support, and share wisdom with each other.…Learn More
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Tuesday, September 199:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 199:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 199:30—10:00 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Mother Goose On The Loose

Image of Mother Goose riding a goose.Mother Goose on the Loose is back for the fall session! Sing, move, rhyme, and read with us in this structured, highly-interactive early literacy program. This program is best for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers.   Older siblings are welcome to attend.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 191:30—3:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

color icon of stylized people in a meeting around a table. Designed by FreepikThe Board of Trustees has a regular meeting schedule of the third Tuesday of each month at 1:30 PM. Meeting notices are posted at the Public Library on the bulletin board, at the Town Hall on their notice board, and on the Library's online calendar.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 196:00—7:00 PMPavilionHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

CANCELED - Sensory Play Group

Sensory Play GroupJoin Miss Emily at our new pavilion for some sensory play!  We will have a variety of activities, messy play, and sensory experiences to try out.   Get ready to try something new (and probably make a mess while doing it!)This program is best for children ages 3-8.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 206:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Edward Jones seminar

Seminar for financial information with Bill Minery from JP Morgan.   Contact (603) 329-6112 to attend.
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Thursday, September 211:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

The Bear: Third Thursday Book Club

The Bear: Third Thursday Book ClubThe Library's Third Thursday Book Club meets to discuss Andrew Krivak's The Bear.  About the book:From National Book Award in Fiction finalist Andrew Krivak comes a gorgeous fable of Earth’s last two human inhabitants, and a girl’s journey home.…Learn More

Thursday, September 216:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Irongate Board of Directors Meeting

Irongate Board of Directors Meeting. Discussion and voting on community issues for Irongate Condo Association, Hampstead, NH
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Friday, September 2210:00—10:30 AMOther

Apple Picking Story Time @ Mack's Apples

Apple Picking Story Time @ Mack's ApplesThere's no better place to welcome in the Autumn than an apple orchard!  Join Miss Jenn and Miss Emily for an Apple Story Time at Mack's Apples in Londonderry.   We will share stories and yummy apple cider donuts right in the orchard among the trees.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 2310:00—11:00 AMPavilionHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Costume Swap

Costume SwapThis program is presented in partnership with the Hampstead Recycling Committee.  Out with the old & in with the new(ish)!  What’s a swap? A swap is a sustainable way to give your old things new life. Community members gather to swap items they no longer need and leave with something new to them.…Learn More

Saturday, September 236:00—9:00 PMOther

The Bear: A Year Under the Stars, McAuliffe Shepard Discovery Center, Concord, NH

The Bear: A Year Under the Stars, McAuliffe Shepard Discovery Center, Concord, NHTo RSVP, please click HERE.  On the autumnal equinox, NHH will partner with the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center for a planetarium show. Participants will experience how the daughter saw the night sky and used it to track the passage of time in The Bear.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 24Library Closed

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Monday, September 259:30—10:15 AMPavilionHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Program RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Fall Story Time

Fall Story TimeJoin us for our Fall Story Time session on Mondays at 9:30AM beginning September 18th! This Story Time session will feature themed stories and crafts; sing, move, and read with us! This program is designed for 3-6 year-olds, but siblings and slightly younger or older children are welcome at their caregiver's discretion! We can't wait to read with you!This program will be held outside at our pavilion while the weather is favorable, so please come with chairs or blankets to sit on.

Monday, September 256:00—7:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

The Bear: Evening Book Club Discussion

The Bear: Evening Book Club Discussion All are welcome to join our evening book discussion of Andrew Krivak's The Bear.   About the book: From National Book Award in Fiction finalist Andrew Krivak comes a gorgeous fable of Earth’s last two human inhabitants, and a girl’s journey home In an Edenic future, a girl and her father live close to the land in the shadow of a lone mountain.…Learn More
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Tuesday, September 269:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 269:00 AM—1:00 PMElaine David Thrift ShopHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Thrift Shop Open

The Elaine David Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Hampstead Public Library and is open all year.

Tuesday, September 269:30—10:00 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Mother Goose On The Loose

Image of Mother Goose riding a goose.Mother Goose on the Loose is back for the fall session! Sing, move, rhyme, and read with us in this structured, highly-interactive early literacy program. This program is best for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers.   Older siblings are welcome to attend.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 271:00—2:00 PMFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Solar Science for Adults

Solar Science for AdultsDid you know that we will be experiencing TWO solar eclipses in New Hampshire within the next year?  We have materials on loan from the NH State Library, including a solar telescope and Sunoculars, to try out!  This is a drop in events, so stop by the front desk anytime from 1pm - 2pm.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 273:00—4:00 PMPavilionHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Solar Science for Kids

Did you know that we will be experiencing TWO solar eclipses in New Hampshire within the next year?  Explore and learn about the power of the sun and what to expect with the upcoming eclipses!  We will have materials on loan from the NH State Library including a solar telescope and Sunoculars for everyone to try out and a few other activities to do while you wait your turn!  ***This program requires a sunny day.…Learn More
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Friday, September 299:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Bagels & Bingo

Bagels & BingoBagels! Bingo! Together for a fun morning. Stop by for delicious bagels and a couple games of bingo, plus coffee and tea. There will be a small prizes some of the first Bingo winners! No RSVP necessary.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 302:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Hampstead Garden Club, Deck the Halls Committee meeting.

This will be the first meeting of the DTH Committee, which is responsible for the creation of the holiday decorations for various civic sites in Hampstead.…Learn More