TUESDAY, SEPT. 29
ATKINSON: Film Enthusiast Club
Come watch and discuss “The Sheep Detectives.” No registration required.
1-3 p.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Info: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
BEDFORD: Overeaters Anonymous
Tuesdays
Is your weight affecting the way you live your life? No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets.
9-10 a.m., St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 190 Meetinghouse Road (use rear doors for access to the meeting room in the church basement)
Questions? 603-289-8476
HAMPSTEAD: Thrift Shop Open
Tuesdays & Saturdays
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
PLAISTOW: Bone Builders
Tuesdays & Fridays
9-10 a.m., Vic Geary Senior Center, 18 Greenough Road
Info: 603-382-9276 / www.vicgearyseniordropincenter.org
HAMPSTEAD: Mother Goose on the Loose (Ages 0-3)
Tuesdays
Mother Goose is on the Loose is an early literacy program that uses rhymes and songs to help pre-reading children get ready for reading.
9:30-10 a.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
SALEM: Baby & Me (Ages 0-2)
Mondays
Bring your little one for a variety of activities including stories, songs, and bouncing rhymes.
9:30-10 a.m., Kelly Library, 234 Main Street
Info: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.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
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
KINGSTON: Bone Builders
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Join for a gentle weight-bearing exercise.
10 a.m., Kingston Community Library, 2 Library Lane
Registration required: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
NEWTON: Storytime
Tuesdays
Join for 3 books on a theme, play a game, and do a craft. September’s themes are Back-to-School, Fairytales, Dinosaurs, Autumn, and Pumpkins.
10 a.m., Gale Library, 16 South Main Street
Info: 603-382-4691 / www.galelibrary.org
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. Our themed story and craft times are designed to encourage the development of early literacy skills and build friendships with others.
10-11 a.m., Sandown Public Library, 305 Main Street
Register: 603-887-3428 / www.sandownlibrary.us
ATKINSON: Bitty Books (Ages 3-6)
Tuesdays
Children and their caregivers are invited to join for itty bitty stories, rhymes, finger plays or songs and simple crafts.
10:15-10:45 a.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
PELHAM: Story Time (Ages 0-4)
Tuesdays
Join for stories, dancing and songs.
10:30 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Chair Yoga with Linda
Tuesdays
This class is appropriate for all levels of ability. It is especially beneficial for those with physical challenges.
10:30-11:15 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Cost: $5 per class
Register: 603-382-6011 / www. plaistowlibrary.com
WINDHAM: Toddler Storytime (18 months – 3 years)
Join for stories, songs, games and more.
10:30-11:15 a.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
KINGSTON: Hobby Haven
Tuesdays
Open to crochet, coloring, diamond painting, or whatever your hobby!
11 a.m., Kingston Community Library, 2 Library Lane
Info: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
SALEM: Cart Presentation
Join for a brief presentation and Q&A session. There will also be a bus to interact with.
11 a.m., Ingram Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweets Way
Info: 603-890-2190 / www.salemnh.myrec.com
PELHAM: Free Senior Cookout
You must sign up using the “Brown Box” system at the Hobbs.
12 p.m., Hobbs Community Center, 8 Nashua Road
Info: 603-635-3800, ext. 1
LONDONDERRY: Guitar Circle
Tuesdays
12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 535 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-8554
PLAISTOW: Learn to Draw with Joan Ellis
Join us for a two hour, beginner friendly class focused on drawing skills taught by artist Joan Ellis. Perfect for anyone who is looking for some creativity and fun! All materials will be provided.
12:30-2:30 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Cost: a $10 non-refundable materials fee per class must be paid in advance to reserve your spot
Info: 603-382-6011 / www. plaistowlibrary.com
KINGSTON: Sit & Stitch Knitting Group
Tuesdays
Bring your project and enjoy an afternoon of social knitting.
1 p.m., Kingston Community Library, 2 Library Lane
Info: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
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)
Snacks are available on a first-come first-serve basis.
2:30-3 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
PELHAM: Homework Helpers (Grades 6-12)
Homework Helpers is a drop-in program for students to work on homework, study for tests, or complete school projects in a quiet and supportive environment.
2:45 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
KINGSTON: Chess
Tuesdays
Come play chess. Fun for all ages.
3 p.m., Kingston Community Library, 2 Library Lane
Info: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
PLAISTOW: Piece by Piece Puzzle Club (Ages 5+)
Kids are invited to join our Puzzle Club, a relaxed and friendly space where young puzzlers can work together to complete colorful, creative jigsaw puzzles.
3:30-4:30 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Register: 603-382-6011 / www. plaistowlibrary.com
DERRY: Tween Graphic Novel Book Club (Ages 8-12)
Tweens are invited to play trivia, eat some snacks and discuss great books.
4-4:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PELHAM: Kid’s Crafternoon (Ages 4+)
Join to paint mushrooms with acrylic paint.
4 p.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Register: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
WINDHAM: Rocky the Reading Dog (Ages 6-11)
Read to a dog programs are the perfect way for kids to work on their literacy skills and build confidence and self-esteem in a supportive environment.
4-5 p.m., by appointment, Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Registration required: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
DANVILLE: Knitting and Handcrafting Club
Tuesdays
Bring your latest project and come chat with other crafters.
6-7 p.m., Colby Memorial Library, 7 Colby Road
Info: 603-382-6733 / www.colbymemoriallibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Healing with Music, Nature, and Love
A thoughtful and supportive presentation with author and musician Michael Skinner. Michael will share from his newly released memoir “The Lunchbox Theory” and reflect on lessons learned in healing from trauma, abuse, and mental health challenges, alongside vital statistics and personal insight.
6-7 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Register: 603-382-6011 / www. plaistowlibrary.com
SALEM: Adult Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 18+)
Mondays
No experience needed. No registration required.
6-8 p.m., Kelly Library, 234 Main Street
Info: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.org
DERRY: Adult Evening Craft Club
6:30-7:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
WINDHAM: Teen Autumn Spice Candlemaking (Grades 7-12)
Come make your own autumn spice candle.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
HAMPSTEAD: Alcoholics Anonymous
Tuesdays
7 p.m., Hampstead Congregational Church, 61 Main Street
Info: 603-329-6985 / www.hampsteaducc.org
DERRY: Stryper
Stryper’s career album sales exceed 10 million worldwide, including 1986’s standard-bearing multiplatinum release To Hell with the Devil. The band also made history when it notched two songs simultaneously in MTV’s Top 10 with videos “Free” and “Honestly.”
8 p.m., Tupelo Music Hall, 10 A Street
Cost: $60 per person
Info/tickets: 603-437-5100 / www.tupelomusichall.com