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| Exeter Public Library Newsletter |
| April 21 - 26, 2025 |
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Staff members celebrated National Library Week (April 6 - 12). |
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THIS WEEK'S EVENTS | | Blue = Adults
Green = Teens
Red = Children's
Purple = Friends of EPL |
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Monday, April 21
ALL WEEK Scavenger Hunt: Weather ALL DAY Teen Gaming
2 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 4 PM D&D: Siren Stalkers (Ages 11-15)
5 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 5:30 PM Pinochle Group
6 PM Knitting Group | |
Tuesday, April 22 10 AM All Ages Story Time
1 PM Movie Showing 2 PM 2 Over 1 Bridge
3 PM Teens Taste Test Soda 3:30 PM Gamers Guild (Ages 8-12)
6 PM Trustees Meeting | |
Wednesday, April 23 ALL DAY Teen Gaming
10 AM Story Time (Ages 3+) 12:30 PM Spanish Table
1 PM American Mah Jongg 3:30 PM Chess Group
3:30 PM LEGO Free Build (Ages 5-12) | |
Thursday, April 24 10 AM All Ages Story Time
10 AM American Standard Bridge 1 PM French Table
4 PM D&D: Giant Hunters (Ages 8-12) | |
Friday, April 25
9 AM - 4 PM Children's Open Art
3 PM Teen Refreshing Fridays |
| Saturday, April 26
No events. The library will be open 9 AM - 1 PM. | |
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Interested in making new connections? Looking for volunteer opportunities? Consider joining the Friends of Exeter Public Library. To join, contact friendsofexeterpubliclibrary@gmail.com or through their Facebook page @FriendsofExeterPublicLibrary. |
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Consider donating non-perishable food items to support St. Vincent de Paul of Exeter or usable eyeglasses to help Lions Club International. Items can be placed in the boxes next to the Adult Information Desk. |
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Tweens and teens in 5th - 12th grade are invited to submit artwork for the Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest. This contest aims to raise awareness of the importance of mental health for all. Finalists receive a cash prize, and all submissions are showcased at the annual celebration. Learn more at the link below. |
| Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest
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In 1824, President Monroe invited the Marquise de Lafayette, the last surviving general of the American Revolutionary War, to come to America. Join us on Tuesday, April 29 at 6 PM for Peter Maguire's presentation chronicling the General's visit to our seacoast with images – both past and present. |
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Join us for the Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, May 3 from 10 AM - 2 PM. Browse and shop the wares offered by local crafters and artists and be sure to participate in the Friends of the Library raffle for the chance to win special prizes! |
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Starting Saturday, May 10 at 10 AM, come and speak Italian at the library! This is a community led group, so no experience is necessary. |
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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. |
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 | Tuesday, April 22 at 3:30 PM
Children aged 8-12 can sign-up for Gamers Guild to play all manner of video games and compete against each other, or work together, in a safe and welcoming environment. | |
 | Wednesday, April 23 at 3:30 PM
Children aged 5-12 are welcome to explore their creativity and building ingenuity by creating fantastical builds and collaborating together. For children under 5, there are DUPLO’s available!
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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. Siren Stalkers (ages 11-15) meets Monday, April 21 at 4 PM, and Giant Hunters (ages 8-12) meets Thursday, April 24 at 4 PM. |
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Like the annual run of the alewives, the Alewife Festival returns on Saturday, May 10 from 10 AM - 1 PM in Founders Park. There will be educational information and displays, hourly raffles, and lots of great activities for all ages. Please click the link below to learn more. |
| Alewife Festival 2025
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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. |
| Art & Poetry Challenge 2025
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Movie Scene Tuesdays at 1 PM |
Tuesday movies start at 1 PM. Enjoy a movie on the big screen, with popcorn and water provided. Click below to see what's playing next! |
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Evening Book Group | May 14 at 6:30 PM
The group is reading Grandma Gatewood's Walk by Ben Montgomery. |
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Morning Book Group | May 21 at 10 AM
The group is reading The Bird Hotel by Joyce Maynard. |
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Next lesson on Tuesday, May 6 at 10 AM |
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Interested in teaching a language? We are always looking for teachers or native speakers willing to start a language table. If you're interested, email exeterpl.ref@gmail.com.
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| Teen Activities | New Teen events every Tuesday at 3 PM |
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Teen Book Groups
| Teens can join Book Group by picking up a book to borrow from the Adult Information Desk. The next group will meet on Saturday, May 10. |
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6th Grade at 9 AM The Extincts: Quest for the Unicorn Horn by Scott Magoon |
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7th Grade at 10 AM Black Sand Beach: Are You Afraid of the Light? by Richard Fairgray |
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8th Grade at 11 AM Not Your Sidekick by C. B. Lee |
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9th-11th Grade at 12 PM Piranesi by Susanna Clarke |
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New Hampshire Teen Book Awards
| April is the time for teens to vote for their favorite books of the year. Let a librarian know if you voted to get a prize! |
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Students currently in 6th - 11th grade are welcome to apply to sit on the NH Teen Book Award Committee in 2025-2026. Check out the Student Application for details or ask Chandra.
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Society of St. Vincent de Paul Exeter
| 53 Lincoln Street Providing food and emergency assistance to residents of Exeter, Stratham, Newfields, Brentwood, Kensington, and East Kingston. |
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Food Pantry Hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
10 AM - 12 PM Monday Evenings 7 - 8 PM |
| Community Assistance Center Hours
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:30 AM - 4 PM |
| Senior Pantry Hours
2nd Tuesday of each month 10 AM - 12 PM | Clients Age 60+ |
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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. |
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| Getting to Know Dementia: A Four-Part Educational Series at Exeter Senior Center, 30 Court Street, Exeter NH
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This comprehensive series delves into the complexities of dementia, providing attendees with a deep understanding of its impact on the brain and body.
Wednesdays April 23, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
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. |
| Parks and Recreation Online Registration
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* All programs at the library are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. *
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CONTACT US |
4 Chestnut Street | Exeter, NH 03833
www.exeterpl.org
Main Phone: 603-772-3101
Children's Room: 603-772-6036 |
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