THURSDAY, OCT. 1
ATKINSON: Fitness Fusion with Vanessa
Tuesdays & Thursdays
8:30-9:15 a.m., Community Center, 4 Main St.
Cost: $8 per person
Info: 603-362-1098 / email: commrec@atkinsonn-nh.gov
Questions? Vanessa: 603-382-7460 / email: fitnessa@aol.com
SALEM: Discover Nature with Technology
Learn how your smartphone can help you identify birds and plants, discover hiking trails, and explore the natural world around you.
9 a.m., Ingram Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweets Way
Info: 603-890-2190 / www.salemnh.myrec.com
DERRY: Kinship Coffee Hour Group
Thursdays
Includes coffee and light breakfast.
9:30-10:30 a.m., The Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Road
Info: 603-437-8477 / www.urteachers.org
HAMPSTEAD: Toddler Playtime
Participants will read a story at the beginning of the program, and then a simple craft will be provided if caregivers and children would like, but otherwise please use this time for free play.
9:30-10:30 a.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Yoga for Everyone (Ages 18+)
Yoga for Everyone is a gentle yoga featuring a focus on slow, steady movements and conscious breathing.
9:45-10:45 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St.
Cost: $5 per person
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
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
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
LONDONDERRY: Drop-In Tech Help
Thursdays
Drop in for one-on-one assistance tailored to your technology-related needs. No appointment required.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Leach Public Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov
ATKINSON: Sensory Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Thursdays
Join for one story and songs, followed by an opportunity to play with sensory and art activities that reinforce what was heard in the story.
10:15-11 a.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
ATKINSON: Gentle Chair Yoga
Thursdays
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Community Center, 4 Main St.
Cost: $10 per person
Info: 603-362-1098 / email: commrec@atkinsonn-nh.gov
Questions? Mary: 978-837-1738
WINDHAM: Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Join to sing songs, read longer stories, and have fun with arts & crafts.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Register: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
LONDONDERRY: Cribbage
Thursdays
12:15 p.m., Senior Center, 535 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-8554
DERRY: Domino Train
Thursdays
12:30 p.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: 603-434-8866 / www.mgccderrynh.org
HAMPSTEAD: Mexican Train Dominoes
Thursdays
All are welcome. No registration required.
12:30-4 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
SALEM: Beginner Mahjong
Thursdays
New players and beginners who know the basics are welcome.
12:30-3:30 p.m., Ingram Senior Center, 1 Sally Sweets Way
Info: 603-890-2190 / www.salemnh.myrec.com
WINDHAM: Nesmith Needleworkers
The Nesmith Needleworkers meet each month to swap tips, show off projects, and enjoy some crafty company.
12:30-2:30 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
LONDONDERRY: Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong players are invited to a two hour open play session. Participants must already know how to play. Please note that this is not a library program.
1-3 p.m., Leach Public Library, 276 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-1132 / www.londonderrynh.gov
PELHAM: Quilling
Thursdays
1 p.m., Hobbs Community Center, 8 Nashua Road
Info: 603-635-3800, ext. 1
PLAISTOW: Bingo
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1-3 p.m., Vic Geary Senior Center, 18 Greenough Road
Info: 603-382-9276
SALEM: Teen/Tween Dungeons and Dragons
Thursdays
Beginners and experts are welcome. No registration required.
2:30-4:30 p.m., Kelley Library, 234 Main St.
Info: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.org
DERRY: Community Service Projects (Ages 13-18)
Tuesdays & Thursdays
3-6 p.m., The Upper Room, 36 Tsienneto Road
Register: 603-437-8477, ext. 116 / www.urteachers.org
ATKINSON: Genius Junction (Grades 2-6)
Thursdays
This STEAM series invites young learners to explore, invent, build, and create through engaging activities that blend science, tech, engineering, art, and math. Every visit is a new adventure full of curiosity, collaboration, and clever thinking.
3:30-4:15 p.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
PLAISTOW: Learn to Draw with Charcoal (Ages 9-15)
In this two hour class, young artists will experiment with different charcoal tools—learning how to make cool marks, tones, and textures using charcoal pencils, powder, blending stumps, and kneaded erasers.
3:30-5:30 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St.
Cost: $10 per person
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
HAMPSTEAD: Teen Improv Night (Grades 6-12)
Join the Library Teen Improv Program to play interactive theater games, create hilarious scenes, and build confidence in a relaxed, judgment-free space. No acting experience needed—just bring your imagination and a willingness to try something new.
5:30-7:30 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Registration required: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
ATKINSON: Rethinking the U.S. National Parks
This interactive program explores the history of U.S. National Parks—as myths, symbols of democratic ideals, and colonial spaces—alongside today’s common National Park activities.
6-7:30 p.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
EAST DERRY: Kids Cooking Club
Families cook a dish related to a specific theme to share at a library pot luck.
6-7 p.m., Taylor Library, 49 E. Derry Road
Register: 603-432-7186
Info: www.taylorlibrary.org
PLAISTOW: Evening Book Club
Join for a lively conversation about the featured title “Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection” by John Green.
6-7 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St.
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
SALEM: Bread of Life Food Pantry
Thursdays
6-7 p.m., Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church, 171 Zion Hill Road
Info: www.triumphantcross.org
Questions? Email: breadoflife@triumphantcross.org
LONDONDERRY: Recovery International Support Group
Thursdays
Offer free weekly in-person self-help support group meetings using Recovery International’s CBT-based method to help people manage depression, anxiety, and other emotional problems.
7-9 p.m., Orchard Christian Fellowship, 136 Pillsbury Road
Info: https://shorturl.at/pqbIu
Questions? 603-785-2413 / Email: Beth: nh.recovery@gmail.com
HAMPSTEAD: Gamblers Anonymous
Thursdays
7:30 p.m., Hampstead Congregational Church, 61 Main St.
Info: 603-329-6985 / www.hampsteaducc.org
FRIDAY, OCT. 2
WINDHAM: Golf Tournament
The Rotary Club of Greater Salem’s 12th annual Golf Tournament will feature a scramble format and cash prizes. Proceeds benefit Rotary efforts in the community.
6:30 a.m. registration and breakfast, 8 a.m. shotgun start, Windham Country Club, 1 Country Club Drive
Cost: $150 per golfer
Info/register: https://birdease.com/nhrotarygolf
DERRY: Cribbage
Fridays
9 a.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: 603-434-8866 / www.mgccderrynh.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.
9:30-10:15 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Cost: $5 per person
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
ATKINSON: Find It Friday
Fridays
Can you find the toy hidden in the Children’s Room? Stop in and see if you can spot them for a prize.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Info: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
ATKINSON: Halloween Craft
Join to make a witch hat wreath.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Community Center, 4 Main St.
Cost: $20 per person
Preregistration required: 603-362-1098 / email: commrec@atkinsonn-nh.gov
ATKINSON: People Helping People Genealogy Meetup
Fridays
Gather with other people who are interested in Genealogy to share tips, exchange information, talk shop, etc.
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
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
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PLAISTOW: Busy Bears (Ages 3-6)
This is a terrific opportunity for your preschooler to explore some terrific books, move to some wiggly music, sing some fun songs, interact with their parent/special someone and create some cute crafts.
10-10:45 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St.
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
WINDHAM: Preservation Regional Roundtable
This informal gathering is an opportunity to learn more about preservation tools and strategies, discuss local preservation topics, share ideas, and meet fellow advocates from your region. Whether you are new to preservation, actively working to save a special place, or a seasoned preservation advocate, all are welcome.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Searles School and Chapel, 3 Chapel Road
Register: www.nhpreservation.org
ATKINSON: Giggle & Groove (Babies/Toddlers)
Join for a fun music and movement class where we’ll giggle and groove our way through songs and movement games.
10:15-10:45 a.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Info: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
WINDHAM: Special Visit: Arson Detection Dog Team
Join the Nesmith Library and the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office for a special storytime and demonstration.
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Register: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
LONDONDERRY: Tai Chi
Fridays
12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 535 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-8554
DERRY: Forty Fives
Fridays
1 p.m., Marion Gerrish Community Center, 39 West Broadway
Info: 603-434-8866 / www.mgccderrynh.org
HAMPSTEAD: New Movie Matinee
Come watch “The Sheep Detectives,” a 2026 comedy/mystery, rated PG.
1-3 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
PELHAM: Pictionary
1 p.m., Hobbs Community Center, 8 Nashua Road
Info: 603-635-3800, ext. 1
PLAISTOW: Friday Flicks
Today’s movie is “The Full Monty” starring Robert Carlyle, Mark Addy and Steve Huison.
1-3:15 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St.
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
PLAISTOW: Friday Flicks Jr. (Ages 6+)
Join to watch Casper, rated PG.
3:30-5 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St.
Register: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
DERRY: Family Pizza Shabbat
A free pizza dinner will be followed by an intergenerational service. There will be kids’ activities and storytime with Book Bubbe Leslie Kirshman. Bring a nosh to share for the potluck oneg.
5:30 p.m., Etz Hayim, 1-1/2 Hood Road
RSVP by Oct. 1: Email: office@etzhayim.org
Questions? 603-432-0004
LONDONDERRY: Laughs for Lancers Comedy Night & Silent Auction
All proceeds from this event will go directly to the Londonderry Lancers Girls Basketball Program.
6-10:30 p.m., 6 Sargent Road
Cost: $40 in advance, $50 at the door
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/SZCoE
SALEM: ‘Ride the Cyclone’
Ride The Cyclone, presented by Cue Zero Theatre Company, is a memorable and original musical, told with moving insights into adolescence as well as dark comedic style benefiting the outrageousness of its premise.
7:30 p.m., Arts Academy of New Hampshire, 19 Keewaydin Drive, #4
Cost: $20 plus fees per person
Info/tickets: www.CZTheatre.com