Exeter Public Library Newsletter September 8 - 13, 2025 |
Exeter Public Library Newsletter September 8 - 13, 2025 |
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Richard Kruppa, AKA Ramblin' Richard, commemorated the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II by telling stories and performing beloved American songs from the period on Tuesday, September 2.
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THIS WEEK'S EVENTS | | Blue = Adults
Green = Teens
Red = Children's
Purple = Friends of EPL |
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Monday, September 8
ALL WEEK Alien Scavenger Hunt ALL DAY Teen Gaming
1:30 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 5 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg
5:30 PM Pinochle Group 6 PM Knitting Group |
| Tuesday, September 9
10 AM All Ages Story Time 1 PM Movie Showing
2 PM 2 Over 1 Bridge 3 PM Teen Tuesday: Clay Day |
| Wednesday, September 10
ALL DAY Teen Gaming 10 AM Ages 3+ Story Time
12:30 PM Spanish Table 1 PM American Mah Jongg
3:30 PM Chess Group 6:30 PM Evening Book Group |
| Thursday, September 11
10 AM All Ages Story Time 10 AM American Standard Bridge
1 PM French Table 3:30 PM Teen Anime Club |
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Friday, September 12
9 AM - 4 PM Children's Open Art
3 PM Refreshing Fridays |
| Saturday, September 13
10 AM - 1 PM Craft Fair 10 AM Italian Table
10 AM Cribbage with Friends of EPL | |
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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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September Artist Seacoast Modern Quilt Guild |
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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. Exeter Rotary Club is also accepting donations for old hearing aids. Donations will be used to help others at the Rotary Hearing Clinic in the Dominican Republic.
Donate your soda tabs to help the Children's Hospital at Dartmouth. Items can be placed in the boxes on the table next to the Adult Information Desk. |
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The library is hosting a book drive to collect new and gently used children's books for ages birth - 14. All languages accepted! Join us in making a difference as we celebrate 25 years of Bright Horizons' Growing Readers program! Donation boxes are located next to the Adult Information Desk on the main floor and in the Children's Room.
Please click the button below to learn more about Growing Readers. |
| Growing Readers
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 | The Town of Exeter, NH aims to keep you in the know about all things Exeter through various email subscription options.
For more information and to sign up, please click the button below to fill in your information and check the boxes for the lists you want to receive. You can unsubscribe or edit your preferences any time. |
| Email Alerts Sign Up
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Join us for the Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, September 13 from 10 AM - 1 PM. 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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Emily Eve's debut fantasy novel, BLACKTHORN, was published in April 2025. Come learn about the book, Emily's writing process, and all things indie publishing on Tuesday, September 16 at 6 PM. BLACKTHORN is a novel of love, betrayal, and one girl's attempt to avenge her family. It's perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L. Armentrout.
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 | Explore resources in Exeter and meet local organizations on Saturday, September 20 from 9 AM - 1 PM!
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Tuesday, September 30 at 6 PM Interested in traveling the national parks? Not sure where to start? Join expert traveler John Bunker as he discusses the do’s and don’ts of visiting the national parks. |
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 | Friday, November 7 at 1:30 PM
Join us for a free AARP presentation "The Scam Landscape: Staying Safe." This event, co-hosted by the AARP NH Speakers Bureau and Exeter Public Library, will help you learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams. Please click the button below for more information and to register. |
| AARP Presentation Registration
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The Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to launch its Back to Local initiative this September, a month-long campaign designed to encourage the community to shop, dine, and explore locally-owned businesses. Throughout September, residents and visitors can take advantage of exclusive deals, promotions, and prizes at participating businesses across the region.
For more information, including a link for businesses to register and a complete list of participating businesses and promotions, please click the button below. |
| Back to Local Initiative
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| More at Exeternh.gov
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Lamprey Health Care has partnered with St. Vincent de Paul of Exeter to make weekly visits to the Community Assistance Center at 53 Lincoln Street on Fridays from 9 AM - 12 PM. Walk-in registration – no appointment needed! Click the button below for more information about Lamprey's Mobile Health Services and to view the van schedule. |
| Mobile Health Services Schedule
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 | Click on the button below to access the updated 2025 Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce Community Guide. |
| EACC Community Guide
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Teen Activities Join us for All Day Gaming on Mondays and Wednesdays, a new event every Tuesday at 3 PM, Anime Club on Thursdays at 3:30 PM, and Refreshing Fridays every Friday at 3 PM. |
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Stop by or call the Children's Room at 603-772-6036 to register for our fall clubs, including Art Club, Dungeons and Dragons, Gamers Guild, Music Makers, Nifty Knitting, and our book clubs!
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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 | September 10 at 6:30
The group is reading Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. |
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Morning Book Group | September 17 at 10
The group is reading Act of Oblivion by Robert Harris. |
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Want to learn how to play a game? Want to make new connections in town? Join any of the many gaming groups at the library!
Groups are open to all experience levels – beginners to experts. There is someone willing to teach at each group. |
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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.programs@gmail.com.
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What can we do to not just age, but age well? Host Cathleen Toomey tackles this question through candid conversations on the new five-part series SENIORITY AUTHORITY, premiering Monday, September 8 at 7:30 PM on New Hampshire PBS. Episodes will also be available to stream free on the PBS App.
| Please click the button below to learn more about the series. |
| SENIORITY AUTHORITY
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| New Hampshire Book Festival |
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South Main Street, Concord, NH |
The New Hampshire Book Festival will take place on October 3-4, 2025. It is a free festival supported by ticketed keynote events for schoolchildren, adults, and families.
The festival will feature more than 50 nationally recognized authors and poets. Experience live presentations, engaging panels, and book signings that connect readers and writers in meaningful conversations. Please click the button below to learn more. |
| NH Book Festival
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| Parks & Recreation Programs |
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Tuesday, September 23 at 1 PM
10 Hampton Road, Exeter, NH | This class is for those that are becoming eligible for Medicare due to age or disability, their caregivers and friends, or anyone that wants to know how Medicare works. It will be presented by Lisa Hietala, a Medicare Specialist. Free for residents, $5 for non-residents. |
Pre-registration through Exeter Parks & Rec is required. Please visit their office, call 603-773-6151, or click the button below to register. |
| Medicare 101 Registration
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Tuesday, September 30 at 2:30 PM
10 Hampton Road, Exeter, NH | Meet live raptors and discover how to be a stellar neighbor and advocate for wildlife! Free for residents, $5 for non-residents. |
Preregistration through Exeter Parks & Rec is required. Register at their office, by calling 603-773-6151, or by clicking the button below. |
| Talon Tuesday Registration
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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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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. A collaborative program with SVdP Exeter and Meals on Wheels. |
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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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