Summer Reading 2025 at the Newmarket Public Library
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Welcome to Color Our World Summer Reading program for children, teens, and adults! Join us for fun events, activities, and the chance to win prizes. Registration starts on June 23rd! Stop by the Library to register and get your materials.
For 2025, we invite you to embark on a journey of art and creativity, celebrating the myriad ways in which art enriches our lives. Our program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a diverse array of artistic expressions. We'd like to thank the Friends of the Newmarket Public Library for sponsoring the entire summer reading program! |
How to Participate:
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Stop by the front desk of the Library to pick up your reading log! We also have activity packets for our younger patrons.
All ages receive a raffle ticket for every hour of reading. Read independently or together, audiobooks count. Check your progress at the front desk and put raffle tickets in for a chance to win amazing prizes! Earn extra tickets by completing challenges included on the summer reading log. |
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Weekly Crafts and ActivitiesWe have so many weekly programs to enjoy this summer! Stop in anytime to enjoy our Exploration Station with daily activities.
Check out our schedule: Mondays: Storytime at 10:30am Messy Mondays at 11am Youth Advisory Board at 3pm (1st Monday of month) PJ Storytime at 6pm (1st Monday of month) Tuesdays: Page Turners Book Club at 2pm (last Tuesday of month) Wednesdays: Storytime at 10:30am Thursdays: Baby Explorers Drop-In from 10:30-12 All Ages Chess Club Drop-In from 5-7pm Conservation Club at 6pm (4th Thursday of month) Fridays: Adult Crafternoon Drop-In from 12-4:30pm Saturdays: Storytime at 10:30am All Ages Saturday Studio Drop-In from 12-3pm |
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Special Summer Reading Events
Registration Begins
Monday, June 23
Stop by the front desk to sign up for summer reading and get your materials.
Monday, June 23
Stop by the front desk to sign up for summer reading and get your materials.
Lindsay's Puppet Pals
Saturday, June 28 at 10:30am
Click here to register!
Join us for our summer reading kick-off with a dynamic show from Lindsay's Puppet Pals! Get ready to laugh, dance, and have fun at the Library!
Saturday, June 28 at 10:30am
Click here to register!
Join us for our summer reading kick-off with a dynamic show from Lindsay's Puppet Pals! Get ready to laugh, dance, and have fun at the Library!
Sock Puppet Craft
Tuesday, July 1 at 11am
Click here to register!
Make your own sock puppet! Create a character and have some fun with friends. Materials provided, all are welcome.
Tuesday, July 1 at 11am
Click here to register!
Make your own sock puppet! Create a character and have some fun with friends. Materials provided, all are welcome.
Craft Swap
Wednesday, July 9: Drop-off day only
Thursday, July 10 and Friday, July 11: Shop the swap!
Clear out your unused craft supplies and trade for new ones! Drop off items on Wednesday, July 9 or anytime during our shop the swap days. Don't miss a recycled art drop-in on Friday from 11-4:30 and create something with a swap find!
Wednesday, July 9: Drop-off day only
Thursday, July 10 and Friday, July 11: Shop the swap!
Clear out your unused craft supplies and trade for new ones! Drop off items on Wednesday, July 9 or anytime during our shop the swap days. Don't miss a recycled art drop-in on Friday from 11-4:30 and create something with a swap find!
Recycled Art Drop-In
Friday, July 11 from 11-4:30pm
In need of new creative inspiration? Use materials from our craft swap or bring your own to create a unique art piece! All are welcome.
Friday, July 11 from 11-4:30pm
In need of new creative inspiration? Use materials from our craft swap or bring your own to create a unique art piece! All are welcome.
NHSPCA Dog Adoption Event
Wednesday, July 16 from 12-3pm
Stop by to meet great adoptable dogs! Bring a donation for the pups and get a raffle ticket towards prizes.
Click here for the NHSPCA wishlist.
Wednesday, July 16 from 12-3pm
Stop by to meet great adoptable dogs! Bring a donation for the pups and get a raffle ticket towards prizes.
Click here for the NHSPCA wishlist.
UNH Observatory Field Trip
Tuesday, July 22 at 8:30pm
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/telescopes if you have them!
Tuesday, July 22 at 8:30pm
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/telescopes if you have them!
Paint Your Peace
Thursday, July 31 from 5-6:30pm
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.
Thursday, July 31 from 5-6:30pm
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.
Summer Reading Party!
Saturday, August 9 at 12pm
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!
Saturday, August 9 at 12pm
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!
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