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Library Events

Our programs are free and open to the public!
If the event has a registration link, we have an attendance limit.
Please register and let us know if you are not able to attend so we can open the space for another patron.
Scroll down to see our special programs, followed by a list of our ongoing monthly and weekly programming. 

Special Programs and Activities:

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Herbal Tea Blending

Thursday, May 22nd at 5:30pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
CLASS FULL!
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Join herbalist Brenna Lilly for a workshop on the principles of intuitive tea blending! Use the power of intuition to create tea blends that nourish the body, mind, and spirit. Participants will leave with a bag of their own intuitively blended herbal tea to enjoy at home! Space is limited. 

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Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, May 31 from 8am-2pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Join us for an extended book sale! Blooming Newmarket will also be running their annual plant sale outside starting at 8am. 
Cash or check only at the book sale, proceeds benefit the Newmarket Public Library programming and cultural passes. 

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Birding & Nature Walk

Tuesday, June 3 from 10-12pm- Meet at NH Audubon Follett's Brook Sanctuary on Rte. 152
Click here to register!

Join the Library for a beautiful walk with Newmarket's Conservation Commission to explore the NH Audubon's Kwaks Sanctuary on Wadleigh Falls Road and the Piscassic River-Loiselle trail. Learn info about each site, points of interest, and wildlife you may see on the trail. 
Rain date is 6/10, park at the Audubon lot. 

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Summer Reading 2025

Registration begins on June 23!
Join us for another fun summer reading program at the Library! All ages may sign up at the desk starting on June 23. Enjoy weekly activities, programs, and fun from June 23 to August 9. Click here for the full details!

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Lindsay and Her Puppet Pals

Saturday, June 28 at 10:30am- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register!
Join us for our summer reading kick-off with a dynamic show from Lindsay and her puppet pals! Get ready to laugh, dance, and have fun at the Library.

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Sock Puppet Craft

Tuesday, July 1 at 11am- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register!

Make your own sock puppet! Create your own character and have some fun with friends. Materials provided. All are welcome.

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Craft Supply Swap

Drop off only day: Wednesday, July 9
Shop the Swap: Thursday, July 10-Friday, July 11

Clear out your unused craft supplies and trade for new ones! Drop off items on Wednesday, July 9 or anytime during our swap the shop days. Don't miss a recycled art drop-in on Friday from 11-4:30 and create something with a swap find!
Accepted Materials:
Any craft items in clean and good working order. 
We will not accept any other items other than crafting items.

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Recycled Art Drop-In

Friday, July 11 from 11-4:30pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
In need of new creative inspiration? Use materials from our craft swap or bring your own to create a unique piece!
All are welcome. ​

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NHSPCA Dog Adoption Event

Wednesday, July 16 from 12-3pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Looking for your new best friend? The NHSPCA will be bringing adoptable dogs to meet for on the spot adoption! Bring a donation for the NHSPCA and be entered to win a fun prize!
Find the NHSPCA wishlist here. ​

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UNH Observatory Field Trip

Tuesday, July 22 at 8:30pm- held at the UNH Observatory
Click here to register!

Join the Library for a trip to the UNH Observatory and get a guided look at the skies! Meet at the observatory and enjoy a night out under the stars. 
Rain date is July 29 at 8:30pm
BYO binoculars or telescopes if you have them! There will be some onsite to enjoy. 
Find directions to the UNH Observatory here.

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Paint Your Peace

Thursday, July 31 from 5-6:30pm - held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register!
Join us for a painting workshop focused on creative wellness! Jennifer Jarvis will guide you through color mixing and abstract painting exercises to introduce acrylic paints. Learn to use painting as a healing modality to disconnect from stress, all while building your artistic confidence. All materials provided. ​

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Summer Reading Party with the Sunrise Strummers

​Saturday, August 9 at 12pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library 
Click here to register!

Mark your calendars for our summer reading party! Enjoy music from the Sunrise Strummers, a cotton candy machine, activities, and pick out free books. Raffle winners will be posted for summer reading prizes. All summer reading participants are welcome!

Weekly and Monthly Programs


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Storytimes- Weekly

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30am
Held at the Newmarket Public Library 
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Stop by to enjoy stories and meeting new friends. 
​All are welcome!​

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Baby Explorers- Weekly

Thursdays at 10:30am at the Newmarket Public Library 
Join us weekly for an unstructured playgroup. Enjoy a rotating selection of activities and meet new friends at the Library!
All are welcome. ​

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Crafternoons for Adults- Weekly

Every Friday from 12-4:30pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library 
Try a new craft every Friday at the Library! Supplies are provided. Drop in with friends or see who you meet!
Crafting skill levels are appropriate for adults only.

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Saturday Studio- Weekly
​ Starts on March 15th!

Every Saturday from 12-3pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library 
Join us every Saturday for an open Art Studio. We supply the materials, a little inspiration, a theme and you tap into the artist within. Painting, beading, weaving, mobiles, and East Asian brushwork art forms are some of the art styles we will explore. You may submit your art to display on one of our Gallery Walls or take your art home with you. We have a drying rack for those who wish to leave their art to dry during the week and pick up the following week or for patrons who may need a couple of weeks to complete their work. 
All ages welcome!

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Messy Mondays- Weekly
Starts in April!

Every Monday at 11am- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Join us after storytime for a fun, messy and creative activity at the Library! Challenge your child to explore new sensory experiences while learning in a familiar environment. 

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Page Turners Book Club- Monthly

Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 29th at 2pm
Held at the Newmarket Public Library 

Reading: Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett
Copies are available at the front desk at the beginning of the discussion month, all are welcome! 

Page Turners is a monthly drop-in book club that meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 2pm. All are welcome!
Coming up:
June: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
July: The Art Forger by B.A. Paris
​August: The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson​

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Pajama Storytime- Monthly

First Monday of every month at 6pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library 
Join us for a cozy pajama storytime at the Library! Wear your favorite PJs and enjoy stories with Miss Heather. 
All are welcome!

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Chess Meetup

Every Thursday from 5-7pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Bring a board (we will have some available) and play some chess! All ages are welcome to join us.

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Conservation Club

4th Thursday of every month from 6-7pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register!

Join us for a monthly meeting of Conservation Club to share books, ideas, and meet new friends. We'll alternate between book discussions and conservation centered talks each month.
Conversational Meetings:
May 22, July 24, and September 25
Book Discussions:
June 26, August 28, October 23
​Books may be picked up at the front desk one month before discussion. Book list coming soon!

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Spice of the Month Club- Monthly

Kits are available starting on the second Monday of the month while supplies last! 
Enjoy a monthly "take-and-make" kit featuring a spice to explore. We include history, recipes, and a packet of our spice of the month. 

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Youth Advisory Board- Monthly

First Monday of every month at 3pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
The Newmarket Public Library's Youth Advisory Board are students in grades 6-12 who want to take an active part to help the library and enrich the community. 
What does the YAB do?
  • Help run library programs
  • Write online book reviews
  • Select Teen Choice Books in the Young Adult section
  • Recommend items for the library collection
What's in it for you?
  • Use your creativity to create fun programs
  • Make your voice heard by sharing ideas with the library community
  • Grow your leadership skills
  • Make new friends
  • Add skills to your resume and a letter of recommendation
  • Earn community service hours
Meetings are held once a month with snacks. Community service hours are awarded for each meeting, book review, and project you participate in. 

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Saturday: 10AM-4PM
Sunday: Closed
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