Exeter Public Library welcomes author and hospice nurse Ellie Atherton. Join us for a meaningful conversation and Ellie’s practical guidance on preparing for the final phase of life on Wednesday, May 14 at 10 AM.

Learn about vegetable gardening with Master Gardener Jane Raymond on Thursday, May 15 at 6 PM. This is a UNH Extension Program. UNH Extension aims to strengthen people and communities in New Hampshire by providing trusted knowledge, practical education, and cooperative solutions.

Tuesday, May 20 at 6 PM

Join local author Egizia Santilli Brown as she talks about her latest book, Rough Seas and Strange Food: Emigrating from Abruzzo to Nova Scotia. She shares the story of her immigration as a 10-year-old from Italy to Canada.

Saturday, May 24 at 10 AM

Join the Exeter Daughters of the American Revolution for a genealogy workshop on Saturday, May 24 from 10 AM - 12 PM in the library's Meeting Room. Bring your own laptop and log in to the library's free Ancestry account. Bring names and dates of your first three or so generations as well, and the DAR ladies will help you go back in time.

Children can sign-up for Dungeons & Dragons to work together as a team to complete quests, slay monsters, and achieve personal and group goals within the game. Shadow Slayers (ages 8-12) meets Monday, May 12 at 4 PM, and Croc Conquerors (ages 8-12) meets Thursday, May 15 at 4 PM.

Tuesday, May 13 at 3:30 PM

Children aged 6-8 can sign-up for Create Club to think outside of the box and create new fun types of art. Create Club will focus on teaching different art mediums and learning how to have fun while creating art!

Wednesday, May 14 at 3:30 PM

Children aged 5-12 can join the Children’s Room for LEGO Free Build with our buckets of building blocks! For children under 5, there are DUPLO’s available!

Ready to dip your toes into the world of bridge? Join Trickstarter, a live Zoom session designed to introduce you to the basics. In this one-hour class, you’ll explore the core concepts of bridge and discover the fun and excitement this classic game has to offer. It’s the perfect way to start your bridge journey! Classes are free and are offered online each week in May. Click the link below to learn more and register.

Lamprey Health Care has partnered with St. Vincent de Paul of Exeter to offer their Mobile Health Services! Starting Friday, May 9, their medical van will make weekly visits to the Community Assistance Center at 53 Lincoln Street. Just walk in – no appointment is needed!

Lamprey Health Care offers comprehensive on-site healthcare for adults and children, with no one turned away due to inability to pay or lack of insurance.

Reserve your tickets today for Exeter's own American Independence Museum. Their 2025 Season opens May 15th. The museum will be open Thursdays - Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Help kickoff Exeter's 250th celebrations with the American Independence Day Festival on July 12th 10 AM - 4 PM.

The Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest Celebration will take place at the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester on Wednesday, May 21 at 5:30 PM. This event is free, but registration is required. Please click the link below to register. 

The Racial Unity Team is hosting its seventh annual Art & Poetry Challenge in 2025. New Hampshire residents are invited to submit a poem or visual work of art inspired by this year’s theme: “Building Bridges, Tearing Down Walls.” Please click the link below to learn more.

Adult Book Groups

Morning Book Group

May 21 at 10 AM

The group is reading The Bird Hotel by Joyce Maynard.

Free Food Pantry Delivery for Seniors!

Low-income residents of Exeter and Stratham age 60 or older may qualify to have pantry food and supplies delivered to their door.

Call the food pantry at 603-772-9922 for more information.

Already a St. Vincent de Paul client? Call 603-502-3629 to schedule a delivery.

24-hour advance notice is required.

Deliveries take place on Mondays and Wednesdays. 

A collaborative program with SVdP Exeter and Meals on Wheels.

This comprehensive series delves into the complexities of dementia, providing attendees with a deep understanding of its impact on the brain and body.

Wednesdays

May 21, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
June 25, 1:30 - 2:30 PM

Ages 50 + | Free for residents, $5 for non-residents.

Pre-registration through Exeter Parks & Rec is required. Register at the office, call 603-773-6151, or visit the link below.