TUESDAY, APRIL 8
HAMPSTEAD: Explore the Labrador Wilderness with Rick Little
The presentation is filled with pictures that will give one an idea of the ruggedness of this part of North America and in many ways is a step back in time from our modern world.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
HAMPSTEAD: Thrift Shop Open
The shop features good quality, clean, gently used seasonal clothing for men, women and children. In addition, there is a small selection of household and seasonal items.
9 a.m. — 1 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
LONDONDERRY: Little Sprouts Baby Lapsit (Ages 0-18 months)
This intro to story time is a great opportunity for your littlest sprouts to learn to interact with you and others in a new environment, as well as to begin to follow along with songs, dances, and finger movements.
9-9:30 a.m., Leach Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Register: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov/leach-library
HAMPSTEAD: Mother Goose on the Loose (Ages 0-3)
Join to sing, move, rhyme, and read in this structured, highly-interactive early literacy program.
9:30-10 a.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
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
Must register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
NEWTON: Family Storytime
Tuesdays
Families are invited to join for children’s stories, activities, and songs.
10 a.m., Gale Library, 16 South Main Street
Info: www.newton-nh.gov/gale-library
Questions? 603-382-4691
PLAISTOW: Wiggles and Giggles Storytime (Ages 0-walking)
Join Miss Jenn for a morning of giggles, wiggles, stories and songs.
10-10:30 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
SANDOWN: Story Time (Ages 3+)
Come join the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more.
10-11 a.m., Sandown Public Library, 305 Main Street
Register: 603-887-3428 / www.sandownlibrary.us
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 5 and under)
Join for stories, dancing, and songs.
10:15 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Chair Yoga with Linda
Chair yoga is a fun and supportive class. It is a safe way to stretch, to increase strength, and to improve flexibility. This class is appropriate for all levels of ability.
10:30-11:15 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
SALEM: Blood Pressure Clinic
Held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Ingram Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweets Way
Register: www.salemnh.myrec.com
Info: 603-890-2190 / www.townofsalemnh.gov
WINDHAM: Toddler Storytime (Ages 18 months — 3 years)
Join for stories, songs, games and more.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
ATKINSON: Stories & Fun Drop-In (Ages 3-6)
No registration required.
12:30-1:15 p.m., Kimball Library, 5 Academy Ave
Info: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
DERRY: Mah Jongg
Tuesdays
12:30 p.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: www.mgccderrynh.org
Questions? 603-434-8866
DANVILLE: Babytime 3-Year Celebration
Current and former Babytime participants are invited to share stories, sing and move to action songs, and play. No registration is required.
1 p.m., Colby Memorial Library, 7 Colby Road
Info: 603-382-6733 / www.colbymemoriallibrary.org
DERRY: Hand & Foot
Tuesdays
1 p.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: www.mgccderrynh.org
Questions? 603-434-8866
PLAISTOW: Bingo
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1-3 p.m., Vic Geary Senior Center, 18 Greenough Road
Info: 603-382-9276 / www.vicgearyseniordropincenter.org
PELHAM: Snack Attack (Grades 6-12)
Swing by after school to refuel with delicious snacks, hang out with friends, and discover that libraries are so much more than just books.
2:30 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
SALEM: Art Club
Each meeting kids will focus on different skill sets with a new art project, led by Micayla.
3:30-4:30 p.m., Kelley Library, 234 Main Street
Register: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.org
DERRY: Afterschool Fun Club
More info to come.
4-4:45 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
EAST DERRY: Tuesday Craft and Storytime (Ages 4-8)
Join for a story followed by a craft.
4:30-5:30 p.m., Taylor Library, 49 East Derry Road
Registration required: 603-432-7186
Info: www.taylorlibrary.org
EXETER: How to Invest Your 401K
Work with an experienced financial planner to learn how to invest correctly.
5-8 p.m., Exeter Adult Education, 30 Linden Street
Cost: $25 per person
Info/register: http://eae-catalog.sau16.org
SANDOWN: PageTurners
Love a good story? Join PageTurners, the epic book club for teens and tweens.
5-6 p.m., Sandown Public Library, 305 Main Street
Info: 603-887-3428 / www.sandownlibrary.us
ATKINSON: Italian Conversations Study Group
This adult study group focuses on practicing speaking Italian by helping each other through shared resources, various activities and games.
6-7:45 p.m., Kimball Library, 5 Academy Ave
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
DANVILLE: Knitting and Handcrafting Club
Tuesdays
An informal knitting and handcrafting group. Bring your latest project and come chat with with other crafters.
6 p.m., Colby Memorial Library, 7 Colby Road
Info: 603-382-6733 / www.colbymemoriallibrary.org
DERRY: Genealogy Series: Finding Your Immigrant Ancestors
Come learn resources and skills to help you track your immigrant ancestors.
6-7 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
HAMPSTEAD: Forty-Fives Card Night
Come have fun playing cards with lots of great people. Snacks and water provided.
6-9 p.m., Hampstead Congregational Church, 61 Main Street
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
PELHAM: Tech Talk: Spring Tech Cleaning
Come learn how you can clean up your inbox and reduce the clutter, take control of your smart device apps, notifications, and permissions, and manage, check, and change your passwords.
6 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PLAISTOW: S.A.F.E. @ Home
This seminar is designed to help seniors assess whether their home still supports their needs or if small adjustments could improve their comfort and safety over time.
6-7 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
SALEM: Adult Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 18+)
No prior experience needed.
6-8 p.m., Kelley Library, 234 Main Street
Info: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.org
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9
KINGSTON: Egg My Yard Fundraiser Deadline
Today is the last day to order your candy-filled eggs to be scattered through your yard on the night before Easter with a note from the Easter Bunny.
Cost: $25 for 20 eggs, $45 for 40 eggs, $65 for 60 eggs
To purchase: Text Beth: 603-793-6496 / email: ladybugcateringnh@gmail.com
LONDONDERRY: Book Sale
The Leach Library Book Sale is run by volunteers. All hours are subject to volunteer availability. Please call the library to check if the Book Sale Room will be open prior to your visit.
9:30-11:30 a.m., Leach Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov/leach-library
DERRY: Darts
Wednesdays
10 a.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: www.mgccderrynh.org
Questions? 603-434-8866
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
Must register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PLAISTOW: Bingo and Bagels
Held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.
Enjoy a morning full of fun, excitement, and delicious bagels while playing Bingo with great prizes, plenty of laughter, and fantastic company.
10 a.m., Norman L Major Building, 14 Elm Street
RSVP: 603-382-5200, ext. 204 / email: recreation@plaistow.com
PLAISTOW: Bitty Bears (Ages 2-3)
Bitty Bears is a great way to to introduce early literacy skills through stories, songs, poems, movement and a simple craft.
10-10:45 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
SALEM: Line Dancing
Wednesdays
10-11 a.m., Ingram Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweets Way
Cost: $5 per class, $15 for 3, $20 for 4, $25 for 5, o $40 for 8 classes
Register: www.salemnh.myrec.com
Info: 603-890-2190 / www.townofsalemnh.gov
SANDOWN: Cribbage — Drop In
Wednesdays
All skill levels welcome.
10-11 a.m., Sandown Public Library, 305 Main Street
Info: 603-887-3428 / www.sandownlibrary.us
ATKINSON: Needle Crafters
This informal gathering is a fun meet-up for those who are currently working on projects or who wish to start one.
10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., Kimball Library, 5 Academy Ave
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
LONDONDERRY: Wiggle Worms Toddler Story Time (Ages 2-3)
Join for a story time with songs, rhymes, books, and more.
10:30-11 a.m., Leach Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Register: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov/leach-library
PELHAM: Mini Musicians (Ages 5 and under)
Join for dancing, playing, and lots of groovy tunes. Space is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Desk.
10:30 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Coffee Talk
What hobbies do you enjoy? See who has shared interests with you. You might even discover a new hobby to explore.
10:30 a.m., Vic Geary Senior Center, 18 Greenough Road
Info: 603-382-9276 / www.vicgearyseniordropincenter.org
PLAISTOW: Line Dancing
Wednesdays
10:30-11:30 a.m., Vic Geary Senior Center, 18 Greenough Road
Info: 603-382-9276 / www.vicgearyseniordropincenter.org
WINDHAM: Baby Storytime (ages 0 — 18 months)
Using songs, bounces, rhymes, and stories, babies and their caregivers will have opportunities to have fun, gain early literacy skills, and meet new friends.
10:30-11 a.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Morning Book Club
Join for a lively conversation about our featured title “House in the Pines” by Ana Reyes.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
DERRY: Scrabble
Wednesdays
11 a.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: www.mgccderrynh.org
Questions? 603-434-8866
SALEM: Lunchtime Knitters
Wednesdays
Join for great conversation and great times knitting and crocheting. New faces always welcome.
11:30 a.m. — 1:30 p.m., Kelley Library, 234 Main Street
Info: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.org
SALEM: It’s Your Birthday! Luncheon
11:30 a.m., Ingram Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweets Way
Cost: $3 per person suggested donation
Register: www.salemnh.myrec.com
Info: 603-890-2190 / www.townofsalemnh.gov
BRENTWOOD: Learn to Play Rummikub
Join other Rummikub enthusiasts on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at for fun game play.
1-2 p.m, Mary E. Bartlett Memorial Library, 22 Dalton Road
Info: 603-642-3355 / www.brentwoodlibrarynh.org
DERRY: Relaxed Bridge
Wednesdays
1 p.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: www.mgccderrynh.org
Questions? 603-434-8866
DERRY: Whist
Wednesdays
1 p.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: www.mgccderrynh.org
Questions? 603-434-8866
PLAISTOW: Yarn Crafters for Charity
Join to make shawls, lap blankets, baby items, hats and scarves (just to name a few) for local charities.
1-3 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
HAMPSTEAD: Chair Yoga (Free)
Wednesdays
Come practice strengthening, stretching, and meditative breathing exercises with instructor Maggie Grace.
1:15-2 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Cost: the 2nd Wednesday of the month is free, while the other weeks will be a sliding suggested donation of $5-$10
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
PELHAM: Book Club
Come discuss “Goodnight Mr. Tom” by Michelle Magorian.
2 p.m., Hobbs Community Center, 8 Nashua Road
Register: 603-635-3800
Info: www.pelhamweb.com/hobbs-community-center
PELHAM: Crochet Club for Teens
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to hone your skills, join to learn the art of crochet in a fun and supportive environment.
2:30 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Dungeons & Dragons
Join for a weekly game of Dungeons and Dragons. Don’t know how to play? Come on down to the library and they will teach you how.
2:30-5 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
PLAISTOW: Knitting & Crocheting Club (Ages 5-adult)
Come learn to knit, purl, stockinette stitch, ribbing, and seed stitch.
2:30-4 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
ATKINSON: Spring Choose Your Own Adventure (Grades K-5)
Activities may include building challenges, games, crafts, and more.
3:30-4:15 p.m., Kimball Library, 5 Academy Ave
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
BRENTWOOD: Lego Club
Wednesdays
3:30-4:30 p.m., Mary E. Bartlett Memorial Library, 22 Dalton Road
Info: 603-642-3355 / www.brentwoodlibrarynh.org
EXETER: Chess Group
Wednesdays
Come play chess. Free and open to the public.
3:30-5 p.m., Exeter Public Library 4 Chestnut Street
Info: 603-772-3101 / www.exeterpl.org
WINDHAM: Drop-in Coffee Filter Flower Craft
Drop-in to create your very own special flower with coffee filters, pipe cleaners, watercolors, markers, and more.
3:30-4:30 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
SALEM: Non-Fiction Book Group
New and drop-in members are always welcome.
4-5 p.m., Kelley Library, 234 Main Street
Info: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.org
DERRY: Teen Information for Parenting Success (TIPS)
Wednesdays
A group for pregnant or parenting (up to age 24) for free access to parenting education, connections, support, and resources such as food, diapers, and clothing.
5-7 p.m., The Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Road
Info: 603-437-8477, ext. 110 / www.urteachers.org
DERRY: Parent (& Caregiver) Cafe: Raising Teens Group (Virtual)
Wednesdays
A parent and facilitator led support and discussion about topics affecting those raising teenagers.
6-7 p.m., via Zoom, The Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Road
Register for link: 603-437-8477, ext. 116
Info: www.urteachers.org
HAMPSTEAD: Pajama Storytime (Ages 3-5)
This month’s theme is Pajama Storytime. Pajamas and stuffed animals are encouraged.
6-7 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
PELHAM: Tombstones & Tomes: A Horror Book Club
April’s book is “Into the Drowning Deep” by Mira Grant.
6-7 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Flight of Remembrance: From WWII in Europe to the U.S. Space Program
The presentation includes new maps and parallels between the experiences of the speaker’s family in WWII and those of Ukrainians today.
6-7 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
DERRY: Film Group (Virtual)
Join for an online discussion of Independent, Foreign, and Classic films. Watch the film at home and gather to discuss it
6:30-7:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
LONDONDERRY: Multicultural Potluck
Celebrate and learn about different cultures by coming to the library for a multicultural potluck! To participate, prepare and share a recipe from either your own culture or one you are interested in learning more about.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Leach Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Must register: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov/leach-library