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Sunday, December 1Library Closed
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Monday, December 29:30—10:15 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Preschool Story Time
Join us for Story Time on Mondays at 9:30AM in our program room!
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…Learn MoreMonday, December 21:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Bridge Club
Join others to play bridge at the library the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 1pm! No RSVP required.…Learn MoreMonday, December 26:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Ribbon Candy Ornament Craft
Hampstead community member Lydia Fagan will teach us how to create festive ribbon candy decorations! All supplies will be provided, and all levels of crafters are welcome (even beginners). 3
Tuesday, December 39:00 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, December 39:30—10:00 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Mother Goose On The Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose is back! 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. We can't…Learn MoreTuesday, December 31:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Nonfiction Book Club: Life Undercover
The Library's Nonfiction Book Club meets to discuss LIFE UNDERCOVER, COMING OF AGE IN THE CIA by Amaryllis Fox. Description:Amaryllis Fox's riveting memoir tells the story of her ten years in the most elite clandestine ops unit of the CIA, hunting the world's most dangerous terrorists in sixteen countries while marrying and giving birth to a daughter"-- Fox was in an undergraduate at Oxford studying theology and international law when her mentor Daniel Pearl was captured and beheaded.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 34:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Punch Needle Reindeer Project Grades 5-12
Tis the season to be crafty! Join us to craft your very own punch needle reindeer. This program is open for tweens and teens in grades 5-12. We can't wait to see you!4
Wednesday, December 41:15—2:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Chair Yoga
Join us as we practice strengthening, stretching, and meditative breathing exercises with instructor Maggie Grace. RSVP required.
Classes will take place each Wednesday from 1:15pm - 2pm at the library. The second Wednesday of the month is free, while the other weeks will be a sliding suggested donation of $5-$10.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 43:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Holly Jolly Holiday Crafternoon (Kids)
On the first three Wednesdays of December, join Miss Jenn and Miss April to create fun holiday-themed crafts! Come one week or every week! This program is best for elementary-aged students, but interested middle-schoolers and older preschoolers (with a parent to help them) are invited as well! We will have different ornaments or crafts to make each week.…Learn More5
Thursday, December 510:00 AM—2:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
ServiceLink Appointments
A representative from ServiceLink will be at the library on Thursdays to help with a variety of programs. Please see the list below. There are three appointment times: 10am, 11am and 1pm. Please speak to a librarian or call the library at 603-329-6411 to reserve an appointment.…Learn More
Thursday, December 512:30—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Mexican Train Dominoes Group
Community members meet up to play Mexican Train Dominoes - all are welcome to join!…Learn MoreThursday, December 56:00—7:45 PMFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Evening Mah Jongg
Come join a fun, social game of Mah Jongg!We use the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) Rules. For more information contact Jane at jlechner@comcast. net. The library has a couple game sets, so if you have one that you are willing to bring and play with we…Learn MoreThursday, December 56:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Holiday Cards & Gift Tags with Mary Preble
Artist and illustrator Mary Preble will guide us in making holiday cards and gift tags for all holidays! This class is open to all skill levels (including beginners!). All supplies are provided. Mary Preble received her BFA in Education from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst.…Learn More6
Friday, December 61:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Friday Matinee: Fly Me to the Moon
FLY ME TO THE MOON is a 2024 comedy/drama set against the high-stakes backdrop of NASA’s historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Brought in to fix NASA’s public image, sparks fly in all directions as marketing maven Kelly Jones wreaks havoc on launch director Cole Davis’s already difficult task.…Learn More7
Saturday, December 7All DayFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Free Puzzle Bin
On the first Saturday of the month the library will have a bin at the front desk of donated puzzles that are free for the taking!…Learn MoreSaturday, December 79:00 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.
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Sunday, December 8Library Closed
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Monday, December 99:30—10:15 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Preschool Story Time
Join us for Story Time on Mondays at 9:30AM in our program room!
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…Learn More10
Tuesday, December 109:00 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, December 109:00 AM—3:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Hampstead School District Training
Suffolk University trains us in Restorative Practices
Tuesday, December 109:30—10:00 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Mother Goose On The Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose is back! 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. We can't…Learn More11
Wednesday, December 111:15—2:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Chair Yoga (Free)
Join us as we practice strengthening, stretching, and meditative breathing exercises with instructor Maggie Grace. RSVP required.
Classes will take place each Wednesday from 1:15pm - 2pm at the library. The second Wednesday of the month is free, while the other weeks will be a sliding suggested donation of $5-$10.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 113:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Holly Jolly Holiday Crafternoon (Kids)
On the first three Wednesdays of December, join Miss Jenn and Miss April to create fun holiday-themed crafts! Come one week or every week! This program is best for elementary-aged students, but interested middle-schoolers and older preschoolers (with a parent to help them) are invited as well! We will have different ornaments or crafts to make each week.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 116:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Girl Scouts Troop 63189 Meeting
Girl Scouts Troop 63189 MeetingWednesday, December 117:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Hampstead Democrats Meeting
Hampstead Democrats monthly meeting
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Thursday, December 129:30—10:30 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Toddler Play Group
Join other parents and caregivers of toddlers for our Toddler Play Group. These programs will provide opportunities for play-based learning and social learning for our littlest library friends. Miss Jenn or Miss April will share a story and provide a craft or sensory activity.…Learn More
Thursday, December 1210:00 AM—2:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
ServiceLink Appointments
A representative from ServiceLink will be at the library on Thursdays to help with a variety of programs. Please see the list below. There are three appointment times: 10am, 11am and 1pm. Please speak to a librarian or call the library at 603-329-6411 to reserve an appointment.…Learn More
Thursday, December 1212:30—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Mexican Train Dominoes Group
Community members meet up to play Mexican Train Dominoes - all are welcome to join!…Learn MoreThursday, December 124:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Gingerbread House Decorating for Kids
Nothing welcomes in the holidays like gingerbread house decorating! Join us to decorate a graham cracker "gingerbread" house with candy and treats! We provide all materials. Supplies are limited and sign-up is required. This program typically has a waiting list, so please let us know if you register and are unable to attend so we can give your spot to the next child on the list.…Learn MoreThursday, December 125:30—6:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Gingerbread House Decorating for Teens
Nothing welcomes in the holidays like gingerbread house decorating! Join us to decorate a graham cracker "gingerbread" house with candy and treats! We provide all materials. This session is for teens in grades 7 and up. There is an earlier session for younger kids and teens.…Learn MoreThursday, December 126:00—7:45 PMFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Evening Mah Jongg
Come join a fun, social game of Mah Jongg!We use the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) Rules. For more information contact Jane at jlechner@comcast. net. The library has a couple game sets, so if you have one that you are willing to bring and play with we…Learn More13
Friday, December 139:00 AM—3:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Hampstead School District Training
Suffolk University Restorative Practices
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Saturday, December 149:00 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.
Saturday, December 1410:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Spinners & Knitters Meetup
This 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 MoreSaturday, December 141:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Holiday Centerpiece Craft Class with Kari Allard
In this year's holiday centerpiece workshop we will be making a festive terrarium arrangement in a bubble bowl that will include a mini cyclamen, frosty fern, cones, berries, a cardinal and other decorations. Shady Hill Greenhouses will supply everything needed to make this lovely centerpiece and Kari will give instructions on how to do it.…Learn More15
Sunday, December 15Library Closed
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Monday, December 169:30—10:15 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Preschool Story Time
Join us for Story Time on Mondays at 9:30AM in our program room!
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…Learn MoreMonday, December 161:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Bridge Club
Join others to play bridge at the library the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 1pm! No RSVP required.…Learn MoreMonday, December 165:00—6:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Angle Pond Woods Condominium Association
Quarterly meeting for residents of the Angle Pond Woods Condominium Association
Monday, December 166:30—8:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Women's Circle
What’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 MoreMonday, December 167:00—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
The English Handbell Choir of the First Congregational Church of Pelham
Back by popular demand, the English Handbell Choir from Pelham will delight the audience with their selection of holiday music. Don’t miss this wonderful musical interlude in the winter holiday season!
The bell choir was organized by Fran Chadwick in 1976 and began with just two octaves of bells.…Learn More17
Tuesday, December 179:00 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, December 179:15 AM—3:15 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Hampstead School District Meeting
During this Vertical Math committee meeting, we will debrief the Eureka Squared pilot and attend a training for ReadyClassroom. We will also use this time to plan for the implementation of a new math curriculum beginning in SY 25-26.…Learn More
Tuesday, December 179:30—10:00 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Mother Goose On The Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose is back! 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. We can't…Learn MoreTuesday, December 171:00—3:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
The 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 MoreTuesday, December 176:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Kids' Comic Club
Welcome to our new Kids' Comic Club! Inspired by Cat Kid Comic Club by Dav Pilkey, this monthly program will help young fans of graphic novels to read, write, draw, and share their own stories! Each month, we will focus on a different author and we will participate in different drawing and writing challenges.…Learn More18
Wednesday, December 181:15—2:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Chair Yoga
Join us as we practice strengthening, stretching, and meditative breathing exercises with instructor Maggie Grace. RSVP required.
Classes will take place each Wednesday from 1:15pm - 2pm at the library. The second Wednesday of the month is free, while the other weeks will be a sliding suggested donation of $5-$10.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 183:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Holly Jolly Holiday Crafternoon (Kids)
On the first three Wednesdays of December, join Miss Jenn and Miss April to create fun holiday-themed crafts! Come one week or every week! This program is best for elementary-aged students, but interested middle-schoolers and older preschoolers (with a parent to help them) are invited as well! We will have different ornaments or crafts to make each week.…Learn More19
Thursday, December 1910:00 AM—2:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
ServiceLink Appointments
A representative from ServiceLink will be at the library on Thursdays to help with a variety of programs. Please see the list below. There are three appointment times: 10am, 11am and 1pm. Please speak to a librarian or call the library at 603-329-6411 to reserve an appointment.…Learn More
Thursday, December 191:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Third Thursday Book Club: December Book Celebration
The Library's Third Thursday Book Club has an informal meeting to talk about books they love - past, present . .. . and maybe, future. All are welcome to the discussion.Thursday, December 194:30—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Bee Helpful Team Meeting
A team of caregivers meeting for training and team building.…Learn More
Thursday, December 196:00—7:45 PMFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Evening Mah Jongg
Come join a fun, social game of Mah Jongg!We use the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) Rules. For more information contact Jane at jlechner@comcast. net. The library has a couple game sets, so if you have one that you are willing to bring and play with we…Learn MoreThursday, December 196:30—8:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Friends of the Library Meeting
Friends of the Hampstead Public Library Member Meeting
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Friday, December 201:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Might Have Missed It Matinee: Little Women
LITTLE WOMEN as a 2019 period drama/romance based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. In the years after the Civil War, Jo March lives in New York and makes her living as a writer, while her sister Amy studies painting in Paris. Amy has a chance encounter with Theodore, a childhood crush who proposed to Jo but was ultimately rejected.…Learn More21
Saturday, December 219:00 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.
Saturday, December 219:30 AM—1:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
CANCELED - Stitched with Love
Stitched 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 More22
Sunday, December 22Library Closed
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Tuesday, December 24Library Closed
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Wednesday, December 25Library Closed
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Thursday, December 2610:00 AM—2:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
ServiceLink Appointments
A representative from ServiceLink will be at the library on Thursdays to help with a variety of programs. Please see the list below. There are three appointment times: 10am, 11am and 1pm. Please speak to a librarian or call the library at 603-329-6411 to reserve an appointment.…Learn More
Thursday, December 2612:30—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Mexican Train Dominoes Group
Community members meet up to play Mexican Train Dominoes - all are welcome to join!…Learn MoreThursday, December 266:00—7:45 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Evening Mah Jongg
Come join a fun, social game of Mah Jongg!We use the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) Rules. For more information contact Jane at jlechner@comcast. net. The library has a couple game sets, so if you have one that you are willing to bring and play with we…Learn More27
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Sunday, December 29Library Closed
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Monday, December 301:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Bridge Club
Join others to play bridge at the library the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 1pm! No RSVP required.…Learn More31
Tuesday, December 315:00—8:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Meeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Program RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841
Library Closing at 5pm
Library closing early at 5 pmHappy New Year!