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Other Library Services
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Winter Reading ChallengeJanuary 1st- February 28th, prize winners will be drawn on March 1st.
Join us for a fun winter reading bingo challenge for all ages! Receive a raffle ticket for each line of bingo and enter to win one of three winter reading prize baskets. Bingo sheets will be available at the Library in January. We'd like to thank our patron who generously made and donated three crocheted baskets for our prize packs. They won the 2023 Cozy Basket Bingo and learned to crochet after enjoying the beautiful blanket prize. |
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Conservation Connection Book Club - Limited Series!January 23, February 27, and March 27 at 6pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register! Join the Conservation Commission for a wonderful winter book club series held at the Library. Books may be picked up at the front desk of the Library one month before the discussion date. |
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History and Mystery: A Genealogy Starter GuideWednesday, January 8th at 3:30pm - held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register! Are you interested in family history? Do you spend time in graveyards wondering about the names on the stones? You might be a genealogy enthusiast! Genealogy is the exploration of ancestral lines and can be done through countless records, resources, and artifacts. Join us to explore useful methods for research planning through the case study of Elsie Gaskin (an eccentric librarian from New Hampshire) and become a better researcher along the way. This program is made possible by New Hampshire Humanities! Erin E. Moulton writes books and tracks dead people. As a researcher, slipping into old records and exploring past lives is something she has done for herself and others for over 14 years. Erin is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, The New Hampshire Historical Society, The New Hampshire Society of Genealogists and she serves on the landmark committee for the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire. She has written several books, mostly for children. |
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Comic Book WorkshopsFriday, January 17th- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Ryan L. Higgins will be here to host two workshops for aspiring comic book artists! All materials are provided. How to Draw Comic Characters at 1pm *grades 3-6 only* Click here to register! Ryan will show you step-by-step how to build characters from basic shapes. You'll start with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Ryan's superhero creation. Want to draw your own favorites? The last 20 minutes will be open for questions and a free draw session. How to Make Comics at 2:30pm *grades 6-12 only* Click here to register! Ever dream of seeing your own comic book hero leap off the page? Whether you're stuck at the starting line or battling writer's block mid-adventure, this crash course will help. Ryan will show you his proven process for crafting a killer comic using his Comics QuickStart booklet! |
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Community SwapWednesday, January 29th: Drop off day (optional)
Thursday, January 30th-Saturday, February 1st: Shop the swap! Cleaning out items after the holidays? Share with our community! Drop off items early on Wednesday, January 29th or bring them Thursday-Saturday and shop the swap. All items must be clean and in good working condition. We will accept: Puzzles and games (please make sure they have all the pieces!), art, small home decor items, craft and hobby items, clothing, shoes, toys, winter clothing, jewelry, and small gift items. We will NOT accept: Garden supplies, tools, food, tableware, linens, blankets, furniture, electronics, books, or plants. |
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Take Your Child to the Library Day!Saturday, February 1st from 10-4pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Join us for storytime at 10:30am with Miss Heather or stop in to enjoy crafts and activities in the children's room! Children ages 4+ can get their own FREE Newmarket Public Library card (needs a caregiver on file). |
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Beyond the Bedside: Planning to Care from Complexity to ClarityMonday, February 10th from 4-5:30pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register! Caregiving has gotten complicated- we're living longer, managing health challenges, and our support teams are often in different time zones. Join Laura Clemison, Founder of the Pre-Dead Social Club, for a workshop that addresses the many challenges of caregiving. This workshop is for current or future caregivers and those they care for. Together, we'll step back to assess caregiving demands, identify gaps, and uncover what's urgent and important. Explore ways to share responsibilities and support everyone involved by leveraging strengths within their family and community. Whether planning for next week or next year, participants will leave with tools, strategies, and clarity to approach caregiving as a team, while avoiding assumptions and navigating challenges with confidence. |
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Dragon PuppetsSaturday, February 15 at 1pm- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register! Learn how to make a 3D dragon puppet at the Library! All ages are welcome, please register to attend. |
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Lindsay and Her Puppet PalsWednesday, February 26th at 10:30am- held at the Newmarket Public Library
Click here to register! Year-round, Lindsay brings her larger-than-life Puppet Pals to audiences across New England. Funny, fast-paced, and interactive, this variety show delights the young and the young at heart! |
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Summer Storytimes-WeeklyMondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30am
Held at the Newmarket Public Library Stop by to enjoy stories and meeting new friends. All are welcome! |
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Baby Explorers-WeeklyThursdays 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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Pajama Storytime- MonthlyFirst 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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Youth Advisory Board- MonthlyFirst 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?
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Crafternoons- WeeklyEvery 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. Available while supplies last. Schedule: 12/6: Holiday Ornaments 12/13: Luminaries 12/20: Bookpage Angels 12/27: Paper Bag Snowflakes 1/2: Pinecone Bird Feeders |
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Page Turners Book Club- MonthlyNext Meeting: Tuesday, January 28th at 2pm
Held at the Newmarket Public Library Reading: Homecoming by Kate Morton Copies of Homecoming are available at the front desk at the beginning of the discussion month, all are welcome! Our February pick will be available by the end of January. Page Turners is a monthly drop-in book club. We do take the month of December off each year. |
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New Market Historical SocietyThe New Market Historical Society is a fantastic resource for local history, documents, photos, and more.
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Newmarket Recreation DepartmentNewmarket Recreation offers numerous programs. Visit the Rec for amazing programs for all ages.
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Take the Master Plan Survey!
Save the Date! September 14th- Master Plan Workshop-held the Newmarket Jr./Sr. High School
The Master Plan engages members of the community to create a vision and plan for Newmarket's future. What is the Master Plan? *Tells a story about how Newmarket became what it is today, and lays out a vision for what it would like to be in the future. *Serves as a guide for the overall character, physical form, growth, and development of the Town. *Describes how, why, when, and where the community should build, rebuild, and preserve. Current Focus: Recreation, Downtown Riverfront, Community Facilities, Utilities, Energy, Arts & Culture, Historic Resources, Economic Development, Transportation, and Future Land Use. Subscribe to the Town's Newsletter Email Bart McDonough at bmcdonough@newmarketnh.gov if you'd like to be involved! |
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New Hampshire HumanitiesFree Educational Programs
Visit the NH Humanities website for upcoming events that cover a wide range of cultural topics. The Digital Resources page offers many articles, stories, podcasts, and videos for enjoyment at home. |
