January 2025

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Wednesday, January 1Library Closed

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Thursday, January 2All DayPick up at Front Desk

Puzzle Contest (all month long)

Puzzle Contest (all month long)Calling all puzzle lovers! We know the idea of completing a 1000 piece puzzle can be daunting, but we're inviting you to challenge yourself and try to complete one in the month of January.  Sign up below and then pick up a 1000 piece puzzle from the library starting on Thursday, January 2nd.…Learn More

Thursday, January 26:00—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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Friday, January 31:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Friday Matinee: White Bird

poster for movie White BirdWHITE BIRD is a 2024 coming-of-age war drama based on the novel by R. J. Palacio. Julian has struggled to belong ever since he was expelled from his former school for his treatment of Auggie Pullman. To transform his life, Julian's grandmother finally reveals her own story of courage.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 4All 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, January 41:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH
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Sunday, January 5Library Closed

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Monday, January 61:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Bridge Club

Bridge ClubJoin others to play bridge at the library the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 1pm! No RSVP required.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 71:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Nonfiction Book Club: Cancer Factory

Nonfiction Book Club: Cancer FactoryThe Library's Nonfiction Book Club meets to discuss: THE CANCER FACTORY: INDUSTRIAL CHEMICAL CORPORATE DECEPTION, AND THE HIDDEN DEATHS OF AMERICAN WORKERS by Jim Morris. Description:"The story of a group of Goodyear Tire and Rubber workers fatally exposed to toxic chemicals, the lawyer who sought justice on their behalf, and the shameful lack of protection our society affords all workers.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 76:00—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, January 81:15—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
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Thursday, January 99:30—10:30 AMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Bagels & Bingo

Bagels & Bingo(Please note that this month's Bagels & BINGO will take place the second Thursday of the month. )Bagels! 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

Thursday, January 99:30—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  will share a story and provide a craft or sensory activity.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 1110:00 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, January 111:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH
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Sunday, January 12Library Closed

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Monday, January 136:00—7:30 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

From Page to Plate Cookbook Club

Book we'll be sampling: TBD!How it works:- RSVP on our website calendar or by calling the library and indicate which recipe you will be making. Our goal is to only have one person make each recipe, so we may ask you to choose another if the one you pick has already been chosen.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 146:00—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, January 151:15—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
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Thursday, January 161:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Third Thursday Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures

Third Thursday Book Club: Remarkably Bright CreaturesThe Library's Third Thursday Book Club meets to discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures, a novel by Shelby Van Pelt. Description:"For fans of A Man Called Ove, a luminous debut novel about a widow's unlikely friendship with a giant Pacific octopus reluctantly residing at the local aquarium--and the truths she finally uncovers about her son's disappearance 30 years ago"Copies of the book will be available to borrow and all readers are welcome to the discussion.

Thursday, January 166:00—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, January 18All 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 Saturday, January 18th (which is the final day of the yearlong celebration commemorating the signing of the Proclamation of the Hampstead Town Charter on January 19th, 1749).…Learn More

Saturday, January 188:30—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, January 189:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Last Day to Buy Raffle Tickets for Stage Curtain Photo

The Hampstead stage curtain was used as advertising from the early 1950's to the early 1980's. The Hampstead Historical Society is raffling off a framed photo of the restored curtain, taken and donated by Bernard Kravitz, CasaDakota Photography. The photo is on display and tickets are available for sale at Hampstead Public Library, $5 each, cash only.

Saturday, January 189:30 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, January 181:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH
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Sunday, January 19Library Closed

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Monday, January 20Library Closed

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Tuesday, January 211:00—3:00 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, January 216:00—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, January 216:00—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

Tuesday, January 216:30—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
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Wednesday, January 221:15—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
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Thursday, January 239:00—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, January 239:30—10:30 AMProgram RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Toddler Play Group/ Kindermusik with Let's Play Music and Make Art

We have a special class for playgroup this week.   A presenter from Let's Play Music and Make Art, LLC will join us with a Kindermusic class! In every Kindermusik class, you’re welcomed into a playful and nurturing environment where your child will experience music of varying styles, genres, and cultures.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 251:00—4:00 PMCommunity Calendar

Museum Open @ Historical Museum

Historical Museum Open 1-4pm Every Saturday65 Main Street Hampstead, NH
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Sunday, January 26Library Closed

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Monday, January 271:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHampstead Public Library9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH, 03841

Bridge Club

Bridge ClubJoin others to play bridge at the library the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 1pm! No RSVP required.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 286:00—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, January 291:15—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
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Thursday, January 306:00—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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Friday, January 31All DayPick up at Front Desk

Puzzle Contest (last day!)

Puzzle Contest (last day!)Today is the last day to complete the puzzle and send your picture in! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________Calling all puzzle lovers! We know the idea of completing a 1000 piece puzzle can be daunting, but we're inviting you to challenge yourself and try to complete one in the month of January.…Learn More