MONDAY, JUNE 17
DERRY: Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
A lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 0-4)
Join for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:15 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
A lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
1-1:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
DERRY: Teen Mug Meals (Ages 11-18)
Teens will learn how to make simple meals in a mug!
2:30-3:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
LONDONDERRY: History Program: Rome and Pompeii
UNH Professor R. Scott Smith walks us through Rome and Pompeii’s history. Professor Smith explores the archaeological remains of Rome, the “Eternal City,” and Pompeii, the town that was buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, and discusses the problems of preserving these ancient ruins.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Leach Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Register: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov/leach-library
WINDHAM: Nesmith Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Nesmith Library Board of Trustees regularly meet on the second Monday of the month.
6:30-8 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
TUESDAY, JUNE 18
DERRY: Step Into Music! (Ages 3-5)
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
WINDHAM: The Book Makers (Virtual)
Author Adam Smyth will discuss his new book, “The Book-Makers: A History of the Book in Eighteen Lives”. The book tells of the five-hundred-year history of printed books through the people who created them.
10-11 a.m., via Zoom, Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Register for link: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 0-4)
Join for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:15 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Summer Reading Program
The adventure begins at your library. Details TBA.
1:30-2:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Read to a Dog
Books will be available to read to Blondie, or you are welcome to bring one that you are reading at home.
5 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Please register: 603-635-7581
Info: www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Knitting/Crochet Meet Up
Bring a project to work on and make some new friends.
6-7:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Fermented Hot Sauce & Mash
Emily Makrez, owner of F-Word Farm will show you how to turn your hot peppers into a fiery and delicious condiment that will last!
6:30 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Must register: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
WINDHAM: Teen Cozy Night: Summer Edition (Grades 7-12)
This teen-only event is all about relaxation, laughter, and good company. Bonus points for wearing your best kitschy summer shirt, Hawaiian get bonus points! Grab your friends and come celebrate the start of summer vacation.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19
JUNETEENTH
WINDHAM: Nesmith Knitters
1st and 3rd Thursday
Come knit, crochet, share ideas, and enjoy one another’s company.
12:30-2:30 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
DERRY: Farmers Market
Wednesdays
Shop from locally-grown produce, raised meats, eggs and poultry, baked goods, handcrafted items from local artisans and more!
3-7 p.m., 1 West Broadway
Info: www.homegrownderry.org
Questions? 603-479-5918
DERRY: Wednesday Book Group (Hybrid)
read a variety of books and love to talk about them!
6:30-7:30 p.m., via Zoom or in person, Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
THURSDAY, JUNE 20
DERRY: Mother Goose on the Loose (Ages 12-36 Months)
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
LONDONDERRY: Walking the Rockingham Rail Trail
Expect to walk about 2.8-miles, so a good pair of walking sneakers/shoes are recommended.
10 a.m. — 12 p.m., Independence Drive trailhead, 80-98 Independence Drive
Register: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov/leach-library
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 0-4)
Join for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:15 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Summer Reading Program
Adventure begins at your library!
1:30-2:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Adult Book Discussion
Currently discussing “Lessons in Chemistry”. All are welcome.
6:30 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
FRIDAY, JUNE 21
DERRY: Family Storytime on the Patio
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
DERRY: CONNECT at Derry Library (Ages 0-6)
Connect with other families, make a child-friendly craft, enjoy snacks, stories, and useful parenting tips and resources followed by an interactive playtime.
11-11:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
DERRY: Friday Afternoon Book Group
Participants read a variety of books and love to talk about them!
1:30-2:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
SALEM: William Shakespeare’s Long Lost First Play (abridged)
Cue Zero Theatre Company brings the laughs with this bard-inspired parody piece!
7:30 p.m., Arts Academy of New Hampshire, 19 Keewaydin Drive #4
Cost: $15 before fees, and are available both online and at the door
Info/tickets: www.CZTheatre.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 22
CHESTER: Boy Scouts’ Huge Yard Sale
Sale proceeds to benefit Chester/Auburn/Derry Boy Scout Troop 163.
8 a.m. — 5 p.m., 84 Chester Street
Info: www.facebook.com
PELHAM: Saturday Stories (Ages 0-4)
Join for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:30 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Intro to Furniture Painting
Learn how to properly prepare a piece of furniture to create a long lasting paint finish, as well as a discussion about the different kinds of tools and products to use and why. This 2-hour class will also include a live demonstration on a how to create a beautiful rejuvenated piece of furniture.
2-4 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
SALEM: William Shakespeare’s Long Lost First Play (abridged)
Cue Zero Theatre Company brings the laughs with this bard-inspired parody piece!
7:30 p.m., Arts Academy of New Hampshire, 19 Keewaydin Drive #4
Cost: $15 before fees, and are available both online and at the door
Info/tickets: www.CZTheatre.com
SUNDAY, JUNE 23
SALEM: Bike Raffle and Ride Event
The Insurgent Crew Motorcycle Club welcome you for live music, raffles, local vendors, food, and bike run (weather permitting). Registration starts at 9:30, kickstands up at 11 a.m. Event opens to the public at 11:30 a.m. The raffle is for a 2024 HD Road Glide 117; tickets are $100 each.
9 a.m., Derry-Salem Elks Lodge #2226, 39 Shadow Lake Road
Info: facebook.com/insurgentcrewmc
Questions? Call/text: 603-362-2946
SALEM: Farmers Market
Sundays, May — October
Shop from a wide variety of fresh, locally-produced foods.
10 a.m. — 2 p.m., The Mall at Rockingham Park, 77 Rockingham Park Blvd.
Info: www.salemnhfarmersmarket.org
SALEM: William Shakespeare’s Long Lost First Play (abridged)
Cue Zero Theatre Company brings the laughs with this bard-inspired parody piece!
2 p.m., Arts Academy of New Hampshire, 19 Keewaydin Drive #4Cost: $15 before fees, and are available both online and at the door
Info/tickets: www.CZTheatre.com
MONDAY, JUNE 24
DERRY: Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
A lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 0-4)
Join for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:15 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
A lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
1-1:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
DERRY: Cozy Cups and Murder Book Club
Cozy mysteries, also referred to as “cosy mysteries” or “cozies”, are a sub-genre of crime fiction in which sex and violence occur offstage, the detective is an amateur sleuth, and the crime and detection take place in a small, socially-intimate community. Bring your coffee!
2-3 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Manga Mania: Book Club (Grades 6-12)
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of manga as we read and discuss thrilling series, watch epic anime adaptations, and even learn to master the art of drawing in the dynamic manga style.
3 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Must register: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
TUESDAY, JUNE 25
DERRY: Step Into Music! (Ages 3-5)
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 0-4)
Join for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:15 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: DPL Rodeo Day
Come down and join the library for a Rodeo!
11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
DERRY: Science Book Group (Virtual)
Are you looking for a group where you can talk about science books? Then this is the group for you! Join for an exploration of the natural world, and beyond!
3-4:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register for link: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
DERRY: Tween Video Gaming (Ages 9-15)
Come game on the library’s Nintendo Switch on the TV monitor. Snacks included.
3-4:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Tween/Teen Woodland Survival Skills (Ages 8+)
Using simple tools: a fixed blade knife, hook knife, saw, and sandpaper, you will be instructed on the techniques of selecting wood, safe carving techniques, and how to care for your new eating utensil. All supplies will be provided.
4 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Must register: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
SALEM: Free Movie Night
Come watch “Encanto”. Par28 will be selling food. Bring your chair or blanket.
6-8 p.m., Field of Dreams, 48 Geremonty Drive
Info: www.fieldofdreams.org
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26
DERRY: Infant Storytime! (Ages 0-12 Months)
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap.
10-10:30 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
DERRY: Farmers Market
Wednesdays
Shop from locally-grown produce, raised meats, eggs and poultry, baked goods, handcrafted items from local artisans and more!
3-7 p.m., 1 West Broadway
Info: www.homegrownderry.org
Questions? 603-479-5918
PELHAM: Chapter Chats Book Group (Ages 8-11)
Come discuss the book and do a related activity.
4 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PELHAM: Summer Reading Kick Off
Stop by Pelham Public Library’s table during the Concert on the Green to sign up for Summer Reading. Children and Teens who sign up at the concert will get a free ice cream sundae thanks to Pelham Community Spirit.
5:45-8 p.m., Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Owl & Raptor Neighbors
All ages welcome to this amazing nature program, featuring real animals!
6-7:45 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
LONDONDERRY: LGBTQ+ Book Discussion
Adults are invited to discuss Torrey Peters’ novel “Detransition, Baby.” Refreshments will be served.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Leach Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Register: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov/leach-library
THURSDAY, JUNE 27
DERRY: Mother Goose on the Loose (Ages 12-36 Months)
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 0-4)
Join for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:15 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Magic Show
Sit back and be in awe as Robert Clarke amazes us with magic and miracles!
1:30-2:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Blast Off! Rocket Ship Craft (Ages 5+)
Come decorate a rocket ship!
2:30-3:30 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Registration required: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PELHAM: Murder Mystery Book Group
Mystery Minds: Murder Mystery Book Group will discuss “Local Woman Missing” by Mary Kubica. Dive into the world of suspense and mystery with us!
6 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
DERRY: Open Mic Night (Pizzastock)
Hosted by The Hasbeens. Signups at 6:30 p.m.
7 p.m., Derry Friendship Center, 6 Railroad Ave
Info: www.thederryfriendshipcenter.org
FRIDAY, JUNE 28
DERRY: Family Storytime on the Patio
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Registration required: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
SALEM: Free Movie Night
Come watch “Something Else”. Par28 will be selling food. Bring your chair or blanket.
6:30-8:30 p.m., Field of Dreams, 48 Geremonty Drive
Info: www.fieldofdreams.org
SATURDAY, JUNE 29
DERRY: Red Cross Blood Drive
Share the vibe. Give blood to help save lives. Preregister at www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
9:30 a.m. — 2 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Saturday Stories (Ages 0-4)
Join us for stories, dancing, songs, and bubbles! Story Time will be held outside on the lawn next to the library’s garden. Please bring a blanket to sit on.
10:30 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
SUNDAY, JUNE 30
SALEM: Farmers Market
Sundays, May — October
Shop from a wide variety of fresh, locally-produced foods.
10 a.m. — 2 p.m., The Mall at Rockingham Park, 77 Rockingham Park Blvd.
Info: www.salemnhfarmersmarket.org