December 2024

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Sunday, December 1Library Closed

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Monday, December 26:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Ribbon Candy Ornament Craft

Ribbon Candy Ornament CraftHampstead 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).  
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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

Image of Mother Goose riding a goose.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 More

Tuesday, December 31:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Nonfiction Book Club

Nonfiction Book ClubThe Library's Nonfiction Book Club meets. For updated information on our Book Club picks, please visit: https://hampsteadlibrary. org/book-discussions. The Nonfiction Book Group meets September through June on the 1st Tuesday at 1 pm.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 34:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Punch Needle Reindeer Project Grades 5-12

Punch Needle Reindeer Project Grades 5-12Tis 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!

Tuesday, December 36:00—9:00 PMCommunity Calendar

45s Card Night @ Hadley Hall

Hampstead Congregational Church Hadley Hall 61 Main Street Hampstead, NH Tuesdays, 09/03/24-05/27/25 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Come play the card game “45’s” with us! So much fun and lots of great people. Snacks and water will be provided!&nb…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 41:15—2:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Chair Yoga

Chair YogaJoin 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 More

Wednesday, 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 More
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Thursday, December 56:00—7:45 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Evening Mah Jongg

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 More
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Saturday, December 7All DayFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Free Puzzle Bin

Free Puzzle BinOn 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 More

Saturday, 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.

Saturday, December 71:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH

Saturday, December 71:00—3:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Senior Citizens Holiday Dinner @ Middle School

Senior Information 2024 Hampstead Senior Dinner will be Saturday, December 7, 2024 1:00pm October 17th 4:00p to 5:00p at the Meeting House October 21st 3:45p to 4:30p at the Meeting House October 22nd to November 18th at the Town Hall or until all 275 tickets have been purchased.…Learn More
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Sunday, December 8Library Closed

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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 109:30—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! 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 More

Tuesday, December 106:00—9:00 PMCommunity Calendar

45s Card Night @ Hadley Hall

Hampstead Congregational Church Hadley Hall 61 Main Street Hampstead, NH Tuesdays, 09/03/24-05/27/25 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Come play the card game “45’s” with us! So much fun and lots of great people. Snacks and water will be provided!&nb…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 111:15—2:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Chair Yoga (Free)

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 More

Wednesday, 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 More

Wednesday, December 117:00—8:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Recycling and Waste Committee @ Town Hall

Monthly Meeting of the Recycling and Waste Committee at Town Hall
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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 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 More

Thursday, 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 More

Thursday, December 126:00—7:45 PMFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Evening Mah Jongg

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 More
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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

Spinners & Knitters MeetupThis 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

Saturday, December 141:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH
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Sunday, December 15Library Closed

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Monday, December 166:30—8:00 PMJudi Crowley Seminar 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

Monday, 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

brass handbells laying on a tableBack 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 More
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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

Image of Mother Goose riding a goose.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 More

Tuesday, December 171:30—3:30 PMJudi Crowley Seminar 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, December 176:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Kids' Comic Club

Kids' Comic ClubWelcome 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 More

Tuesday, December 176:00—9:00 PMCommunity Calendar

45s Card Night @ Hadley Hall

Hampstead Congregational Church Hadley Hall 61 Main Street Hampstead, NH Tuesdays, 09/03/24-05/27/25 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Come play the card game “45’s” with us! So much fun and lots of great people. Snacks and water will be provided!&nb…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 181:15—2:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Chair Yoga

Chair YogaJoin 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 More

Wednesday, 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 More

Wednesday, December 186:00—8:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Hampstead-Kingston Republican Committee @ Kingston Community Library

The Hampstead-Kingston Republican Committee will hold its monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00pm. All area Republicans and like-minded independents are invited to attend.
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Thursday, December 191:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Third Thursday Book Club: December Book Celebration

 Photo by Annelies Geneyn on Unsplash. Image of an open book with unknown text on green grassThe 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 196:00—7:45 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Evening Mah Jongg

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 More
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Saturday, December 21All DayCommunity Calendar

Curbside Bulk Pickup

Curbside Bulk pick up is done on the third Saturday of the month by Pinard Waste Systems. The cost is $26 per item (please verify item is one that is considered bulk) and the coupon must be purchased no later than the Thursday prior to the pick up at the Town Clerk's Office at 11 Main Street.…Learn More

Saturday, December 218:30—9:30 AMCommunity Calendar

VFW Post 11254 Meeting @ Civic Club House

VFW Post 11254 meets at the Civic Center (next to Town Hall) at 0830. We meet for breakfast at the English Muffin at 0730. New members welcome - please bring your DD214 to verify eligibility.

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

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

Saturday, December 211:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH
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Sunday, December 22Library Closed

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Tuesday, December 24Library Closed

Tuesday, December 246:00—9:00 PMCommunity Calendar

45s Card Night @ Hadley Hall

Hampstead Congregational Church Hadley Hall 61 Main Street Hampstead, NH Tuesdays, 09/03/24-05/27/25 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Come play the card game “45’s” with us! So much fun and lots of great people. Snacks and water will be provided!&nb…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 25Library Closed

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Thursday, December 269:00—11:30 AMCommunity Calendar

Senior Coffee @ Meeting House

The 4th Thursday of every month at the Hampstead Meeting House is Senior Coffee. This is 9-11:30 am. Coffee, pastries, and bagels are served. Please contact Senior Coordinator Jaye Dimando at: jdimando1@gmail. com or 603-329-5422 with any questions. &n…Learn More

Thursday, December 266:00—7:45 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Evening Mah Jongg

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 More
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Saturday, December 281:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH
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Sunday, December 29Library Closed

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Tuesday, December 31All DayFront DeskHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Dear Future Hampstead: Time Capsule Letter (Due Date)

Dear Future Hampstead: Time Capsule Letter (Due Date)To celebrate Hampstead's 275th anniversary we'll be hosting some programs that look at our town's past, so we also wanted to do something special for Hampstead's future residents. Therefore, we will be collecting letters to be opened in 50 years at Hampstead’s 325th Anniversary in 2074! Your letter must be on a single standard piece of paper (you may use both sides) and should be handed in at the front desk of the library no later than Tuesday, December 31st 2024 to be included.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 316:00—9:00 PMCommunity Calendar

45s Card Night @ Hadley Hall

Hampstead Congregational Church Hadley Hall 61 Main Street Hampstead, NH Tuesdays, 09/03/24-05/27/25 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Come play the card game “45’s” with us! So much fun and lots of great people. Snacks and water will be provided!&nb…Learn More