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Tortoise's First Check-up
Dr. Smiley from Smiley Veterinary Clinic in Londonderry will be at the Leach Library on Monday, April 1 at 5:00 p.m. to give our new library tortoise his first checkup, and you’re invited! Learn some interesting facts about tortoises, including what they like to eat and the environment they live in, and find out what Dr. Smiley looks for in a healthy tortoise. Registration is not required.
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Solar Eclipse Glasses Stop by the Leach Library Circulation Desk beginning April 1 through April 8 during operating hours to pick up a pair of solar eclipse glasses. Glasses will be available in the morning and afternoon on a first come, first served basis while supplies last and cannot be reserved. Limit of one pair of glasses per person. |
Solar Eclipse Live Viewing Party Stop by the Leach Library on April 8 between 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. to view the eclipse on the library lawn or watch live coverage of the eclipse in the Meeting Room. During the program, a variety of activities and crafts will be available to complete at the library or take home including the opportunity to be an Eclipse Soundscapes Observer by participating in a NASA Citizen Science activity.
Attendees will receive a free pair of solar eclipse glasses while supplies last. Registration is not required for this program. |
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Registration is required and begins one week before each session. |
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Little Sprouts Baby Lapsit On Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. through April 9, Leach Library will offer a story time program for babies 0-18 months old. This introduction to story time is a great opportunity for your littlest sprouts to learn to interact with you and others in a new environment, as well as to begin to follow along with songs, dances, and finger movements. |
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Wiggle Worms Second session added! On Tuesday or Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. through April 10, toddlers and their caregivers are invited to the Leach Library for story time with songs, rhymes, books, and more. This program is designed for ages 2-3, but older children are welcome to join in. |
Cookie Decorating On Monday, April 15 at 4:30 p.m., children are invited to the Leach Library to decorate a spring cookie. Cookies, frosting, and candy will be provided, and children can use their imagination to create a delicious spring masterpiece. |
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Audubon Visit The New Hampshire Audubon will be visiting Leach Library on Wednesday, April 17 at 4:00 p.m. to present their program Nocturnal Wonders. Learn about some of the animals that come out at night in New Hampshire during this hands-on children’s program. This program is generously sponsored by Londonderry’s Cross Farm Book Club. Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, April 10. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1127. |
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Tinker Time Join Leach Library staff on Saturday, April 20 at 10:00 a.m. for Tinker Time. A variety of toys and games from the Library of Things will be provided for children to try. Registration is recommended and begins on Saturday, April 13. |
Earth Day Celebration Celebrate Earth Day with the Leach Library on Monday, April 22 from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Participants will be able to decorate a biodegradable peat pot and then plant a seed to take home. During this program, attendees will also have the opportunity to view a Disneynature’s film, Wings of Life (rated G). This program is open to all ages. Registration is limited to 50 participants and begins on Monday, April 15. |
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Magician Mike Bent Magician Mike Bent will be visiting the Leach Library on Tuesday, April 23 at 4:30 p.m. Participants will be amazed by his slight-of-hand tricks during this interactive performance. Registration is limited to 75 participants and begins on Tuesday, April 16. |
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Duplo Budding Builders Duplo Budding Builders will be meeting on Thursday, April 25 at 10:00 a.m. Participants will create using larger Duplo blocks. This program is designed for younger Lego enthusiasts ages 0-5. Registration is required and begins on Thursday, April 18. |
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 Library After Dark: The LEGO MovieOn Friday, April 26 at 6:00 p.m., Leach Library will host an after-hours movie night in the main reading room! Follow Emmet’s minifigure adventure in The LEGO Movie (2014, rated PG). Build with the library’s LEGOs and Duplos during the movie! Pizza and refreshments will be served while supplies last, and raffle prizes will be provided. Registration is required and begins on Friday, April 19. |
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Ewok Catapults Celebrate May the 4th at 10:00 a.m. at the Leach Library by making pint-sized catapults using popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and bottle caps. Once finished, we’ll test them to see if the catapults will help the Ewoks in battle. Registration is required and begins on Saturday, April 27. |
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National Library Week Craft Teens and tweens are invited to celebrate National Library Week at the Leach Library by creating a miniature library diorama. Students may stop by the teen area any time from 9:00 a.m. on Monday, April 8 until 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 13 to pick up a craft kit to be completed at the library or made at home while supplies last. |
Apple Byte Open Play On Tuesday, April 9 at 3:30 p.m., teens and tweens are invited to stop by the Leach Library Meeting Room to explore eSports in a non-competitive environment. During this one-hour program, middle and high school students will have the opportunity to play a variety of video games on the Nintendo Switch platform.
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 Block by Block Coding & Maker LabOn Wednesday, April 24 from 4:00-5:00 p.m., students in grades 4-8 will be able to explore a variety of coding exercises and programs including using screen-free coding robots, independent online coding, and other guided activities. An assortment of art supplies and building materials will also be available for creative expression open to all participants. Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, April 17. |
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Books and Board Games On Thursday, April 25 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m., teens and tweens are invited to a play an assortment of classic and new board games in the Leach Library Meeting Room. Winners will have first choice in choosing a book to keep. All participants will receive at least one book. Registration is required and begins on Thursday, April 18. |
Free Comic Book Day & Star Wars Day Stop by the Leach Library on Saturday, May 4 during regular hours for two fun celebrations! Check out the Free Comic Book Day activities in the Main Reading Room. During this all-day event, visitors may receive a free comic book (one person per person while supplies last). After getting your free comic book, stop by the teen section to pick up supplies to create your very own DIY comic at the library or at home! Then visit the Star Wars Day display in the Main Reading Room where you can take a selfie with C-3PO and R2D2! There will also be an action figure inspired photobooth set up for patrons to pose with a lightsaber prop. All visitors are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character! These programs are open to all ages and registration is not required. |
Save the Date! *Registration is required and opens one week in advance. |
Saturday, May 11 at 12:00pm Family Yoga with Lauren Young* Thursday, May 16 at 6:00pm, McDermott Field (LAFA Complex)
Bird of Prey Demonstration with Monadnock Falconry
Rain date: Thursday, May 30 at 6:00pm Monday, May 20 from 10:00am - 7:00pm
Puzzle and Board Game Exchange (collecting May 13-18) Saturday, June 1 (All day) Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins! |
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