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Upcoming Closures: Monday, February 16: Closed (Presidents' Day) |
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Winter Reading 2026 Cozy up this season for another winter of reading! Sign up online or with the Beanstack app, or pickup a reading log tracker at the library. The Beanstack challenge will go live on January 5th and be available until March 10. All books or minutes, as well as activities, earn raffle tickets towards a grand prize for each age group. Relax with a warm drink, put your feet up, and READ with KPL. Beanstack can be found by clicking here or visiting our website homepage. |
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Screening: Shadows Fall North
Tuesday, February 17, 5:30 PM
Heberton Hall
Shadows Fall North brings to light the overlooked Black history of New England and the people working to reclaim it. Join us and the City of Keene Human Rights Committee for a viewing of the documentary and some light refreshments. A follow up discussion will take place on March 5th at 6:30 PM at the Historical Society of Cheshire County. This event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 5:30pm and the screening will begin at 6pm.
This event is part of the Human Rights Committee's Black History Month programming, made possible in partnership with the Monadnock Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Coalition. For questions, reach out to info@mdeib.org.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, February 11, 12:00 PM
Heberton Hall
Join KPL and the Red Cross for a winter blood drive! Consider donating blood to help others in need. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: KEENE to schedule an appointment. Maximize your blood donation and help more patients. If you are an eligible type O, B - or A - donor, consider making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most commonly transfused blood component. Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.
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African American Read In
Saturday, February 28, 12:00 PM
Cohen Hall
Celebrate 100 Years of Black History Commemorations with the African American Read-In! Join us to share food, readings, and recommendations. Staff will lead an all-ages storytime with poetry, picture books, and selections of longer works. Participants are encouraged to bring their own favorites by Black authors to read aloud. Discover something new from the KPL collection and get inspired to read diversely all year long! This event is free and open to all. Light refreshments served. Registrations appreciated.
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Thank you to everyone who attended! |
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The Red Flags of Fraud
Thursday, February 19, 11:00 AM
Miller-Vincent Room
This program is being presented by NH BBB Communications and Engagement Coordinator Harrison Turner. This program will cover the riskiest scams according to BBB data and the Red Flags that should should be on the lookout for. He will introduce the BBB Free Scam Tracker and Scam Survival Toolkit with the goal of helping people identify the signs of fraud and reducing the impact of scams and fraud. This event and all resources associated with this program are free.
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Learn to Play American Mahjong
Tuesdays, 5:30 PM
Cohen Hall
Come learn to play American Mah Jongg in this four week class. This class is for beginners but experienced players are always welcome to come and play their own game. Registration is required for the beginner class. The class is led by Deborah Leblanc who is an experienced player, teacher and Mah Jongg enthusiast. To get familiar with the game we encourage you to check a Beginners Guide to American Mah Jongg by Elaine Sandberg.
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KPL Fiction and Memoir Writers Group
Thursdays, 6:00 PM
Miller-Vincent Room
Have you always wanted to write a novel, short story, or memoir? Our writers' group welcomes new members. The group provides prose fiction writers with a friendly and supportive environment to share their work. Participants learn from critiquing others and receive feedback on their submissions. This Writers' Group meets virtually and in person at the library. You can join from home or in person in our meeting room. This event is for everyone! The event will be captioned. If you require another access service to participate or have any questions about accessibility fully, please get in touch with Amy Kraemer at 603-352-0157 or akraemer@keenenh.gov. To ensure the best experience, please try to contact us at your earliest convenience.
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Book Crush - A Romance Reader Group: Black Historical Romances
Wednesday, February 4, 6:00 PM
Miller-Vincent Room
Do you love love stories? Join us for Book Crush, a non-traditional book club for romance readers! Every month will have a theme related to romance tropes, conventions, and subgenres. Choose your own book to fit the theme, share your pick with other readers, and discover new titles to try! February's theme is Black Historical Romance. Have questions or suggestions? Want book recommendations for upcoming themes? Email pgoodreau@keenenh.gov.
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Infinite Worlds Book Club: Octavia Butler
Thursday, February 19, 6:00 PM
Booras Room
A non-traditional book club for adults focusing on speculative fiction! Each month we will have a set theme within which our members will select their own book to read.
February's Theme: Octavia Butler
This month we are reading books by the same author, namely modern science fiction icon and pioneer for black voices: Octavia Butler. Perhaps best known for the Earthseed duology (Parable of the Sower & Parable of the Talents), Butler wrote a number of award-winning sci-fi and dystopian novels over her nearly 30-year writing career. Select any of her novels or short story collections to share and discuss with the group. Contact kmcstravick@keenenh.gov with any questions, requests, dietary restrictions, or for online attendance.
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Play American Mahjong
Wednesdays, 1:00 PM
Cohen Hall
Players meet weekly. Newcomers are welcome to come and observe, ask questions and get an introduction to the game.
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Cookies, Coloring, and Conversation for Adults
Thursdays, 1:30 PM
Heberton Hall
Join the crowd of adult coloring fans and find out why adults are going back to coloring. Grab a friend, sit back, and have a good time. We will provide refreshments, coloring books, and colored pencils; you bring a good conversation with your friends and fellow coloring fans.
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Reel Night Out: Wednesday Night Movies
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The Imitation Game (2014)
Wednesday, February 4, 6:00 PM
Ruth Huntress Auditorium
Biopic of Alan Turing, the brilliant mathematician and computer scientist who helped the Allies secure victory in World War II by cracking the German Enigma code, and who was later prosecuted as a homosexual by his own government.
Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Allen Leech, Rory Kinnear, Mark Strong. Lions Gate Films, Inc., PG-13, 2014, 114 minutes.
Click here for more info and the trailer.
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Taken (2008)
Wednesday, February 11, 6:00 PM
Ruth Huntress Auditorium
An ex-CIA agent turns Paris upside down when his teenage daughter is abducted by members of a sex-trade gang.
Starring: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen, Xander Berkeley, Katie Cassidy. Twentieth Century Fox, PG-13, 2008, 93 minutes.
Click here for more info and the trailer.
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Casablanca (1942)
Wednesday, February 18, 6:00 PM
Ruth Huntress Auditorium
A cynical expatriate American cafe owner struggles to decide whether or not to help his former lover and her fugitive husband escape the Nazis in French Morocco in one of the most enduring romances in movie history.
Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains, Paul Henreid, Conrad Veidt. Warner Bros., PG, 1942, 102 minutes.
Click here for more info and the trailer.
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Gravity (2013)
Wednesday, February 25, 6:00 PM
Ruth Huntress Auditorium
Dr Ryan Stone, an engineer on her first space mission, and Matt Kowalski, an astronaut on his final expedition, have to survive in space after they are hit by debris while spacewalking.
Starring: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Amy Warren, Basher Savage, Orto Ignatiussen. Warner Bros., PG-13, 2013, 91 minutes.
Click here for more info and the trailer.
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Celebrate the Lunar New Year: Drop-In Event
Saturday, February 14, 11:00 AM
Youth Department
Come learn about the lunar new year. This year is the year of the Horse. What zodiac animal are you? Lunar New Year is the beginning of a new year based on lunar calendars or, informally, lunisolar calendars. We will have stations for you to create lanterns, stamps, masks and more. This is a drop in Saturday program in the youth department.
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NEW! Mystery Lovers Book Club
Friday, January 16, 4:30 PM
Storyroom
Love the thrill of the chase? Join our brand-new middle grade book club (recommended for readers age 8 - 12). We will meet monthly to discuss a selection of mystery reads, along with snacks and a mystery-themed activity.
Come prepared to discuss a recent mystery you've read, or maybe an old favorite you haven't been able to stop thinking about. We want to hear about it! This meeting will help us all get to know each other, and learn what types of mysteries we love to read, as well as choosing a book for the next meeting.
All questions can be directed to Scout Mercer: smercer@keenenh.gov 603-352-0157
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Kids STEAM: Minute to Win It
Thursday, February 5, 3:30 PM
Kay Fox Room
Compete with friends at these minute to win it game stations. Everyone has the chance to earn prizes! Registration is required. Ages 5 - 12
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Kids Comic Club
Friday, February 13, 4:30 PM
Kay Fox Room
For comic fans ages 8-12! We'll meet once a month to create together, discuss great graphic novels, and watch interviews and tutorials from our favorite artists. All skill levels are welcome, and materials will be provided! Meetings will be held on the second Friday of each month. Registration is appreciated. Questions or Concerns call the library 603.352.0157.
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Kids STEAM: No Sew Fleece Pillow
Thursday, February 19, 3:30 PM
Kay Fox Room
Stay cozy this winter by creating a custom pillow, no sewing necessary! Registration is required. Ages 5 - 12
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Library Build a Rama
Mondays, 4:00 PM
Youth Department
Calling all builders! Come build with LEGO® bricks, we have a huge variety of bricks to encourage your imagination to go wild. Our Build-a-Rama club is open to kids of all ages.
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Musical Storytime w Kim Wallach
Wednesday, February 11, 10:30 AM
Storyroom
Preschool storytimes are geared towards pre-kindergarteners ages 3 to 5, who can sit and listen to short stories and participate in simple songs and rhymes. Storytime will always include read-aloud stories and fingerplays and may include poems, music, dramatic play, and crafts. This time we are joined by our friend Kim Wallach for musical fun for all.
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Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, ending February 18, 10:30 AM
Storyroom
Preschool storytimes are geared towards pre-kindergarteners ages 3 to 5, who can sit and listen to short stories and participate in simple songs and rhymes. Storytime will always include read-aloud stories and fingerplays and may include poems, music, dramatic play, and crafts. This is a 6-week series, which ends the week of February 16th. When you sign up for one class, you will automatically be registered for each class in the series.
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Book Time with Babies & Toddlers
Thursdays, ending February 19, 10:30 AM
Storyroom
We'll share books, rhymes, music, fun fingerplays, puppets, and get-up-and-move activities specially designed for infants and toddlers. At the end of the program, there will be a playtime when parents and caregivers share books, puzzles, or other early literacy activities with their toddlers.
This 6 week series ends the week of February 17th. When you sign up for one class, you will automatically be registered for each session in the series.
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Teen Sit & Scribble
Wednesday, February 11, 5:30 PM
Booras Room
Are you a teen aged 12-19 looking for a group of writers to share with and learn from? Join our teen writing group, whether you’re crafting a novel, a comic, or even an exciting piece of fan fiction! This a place safe from judgment, where you can bounce ideas off each other, share your stories, and dedicate time each month to be creative.
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D&D & Teens
Saturday, February 21, 12:00 PM
Kay Fox Room
Hey teens and tweens! Join DMs Teddy and Eleanor for an exciting D&D oneshot adventure! Materials will be provided such as dice and note-taking items will be provided. We ask that you either come with a level-six character fully created, or use one of our pre-made character sheets. Email egreen@keenenh.gov with any questions.
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Teen Crafternoon: DIY Stamps
Tuesday, February 24, 1:00 PM
Kay Fox Room
Hey middle and high schoolers! Join us this month for a special school break crafternoon where we'll be designing our own stamps using carving tools and pink erasers! Registration is recommended, as we have limited spots.
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Teen Gaming Drop-In
Thursdays, 3:00 PM
Timken Teen Space
Teens and tweens in middle and high school are welcome to game together every Thursday after school in the Teen Space! Check out our Nintendo Switch and play Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart, or a variety of other games. You're also welcome to break out one of our many board games, or you can even bring one of your own games to share (must be rated Teen or below)! Come play, collaborate, compete, and have FUN gaming @ the Library.
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