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Main Desk Updates
| It's finally time to spring forward into warmer weather! We hope! While we can't guarantee dazzling days in March, we can promise the Main Desk has plenty of options to make use of that extra daylight...
NEW BOOKS Prepare to sit outside on a sunlit bench this spring with any number of new fiction books. March's many highly anticipated titles include Mistakes Were Made by Lucy Score, The Keeper by Tana French, Daughter of Egypt by Marie Benedict, The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez, Everyone in This Bank Is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson, and more.
NEW DVDs Get ready to press play on everything from awards favorite Hamnet to the film adaptation of Freida McFadden's popular book The Housemaid, plus the newest seasons of Resident Alien and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. And to everyone who's asked if we're ever getting The Killers of the Flower Moon - the answer is yes, because it's finally getting released on DVD this month!
There's no need to have the luck of the Irish to find a winner this month, just an active library card! |
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AARP Tax Assistance
February 3rd-April 11th Federal and state income tax filing assistance is available at the library on: Tuesdays (12:45-3:45), Thursdays (9:45-12:45), and Saturdays (9:45-12:45) by appointment only.
Call 211 or visit www.nhtaxhelp.org to schedule an appointment. *Out of state call 1-866-444-4211. 1040 and 1040 SR tax forms are available on the first floor. |
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Introduction to Microsoft Word
|  | Wednesday, March 4th
2:00-3:00PM
Community Room | |
Learn the basics of Microsoft word, including creating a document, modifying the font, adjusting margins and spacing and more. Laptops will be provided. |
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Mudcity Clay Class for Adults
*This program is full* | Saturday, February 14th
1:30-4:30PM Community Room |
| Adults 18+ can join Mudcity Clay for a free clay class in the Community Room.
All supplies will be provided. This program is currently full. It's strongly encouraged to contiunally check the waitlist because people do cancel! |
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Gardening Lecture Series:
Coming out of Winter | Monday, March 16th
6:00-7:30PM Community Room |
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Ready to wake up your garden? Join us at the library for the first session in our Gardening Lecture Series! An ecological designer will share practical, sustainable tips for transitioning your garden from winter dormancy to spring growth. Learn how to refresh your soil, support pollinators, and set your landscape up for a thriving season.
Perfect for gardeners of all levels. |
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| U.S. History Movie Series: Hidden Figures |  |
Tuesday, March 17th
5:30-7:30PM Community Room |
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In celebration of the USA’s 250th anniversary, the library has organized a monthly US History Movie Series! No registration is required, but please note that the films range in ratings from G to R, so exercise discretion when choosing what to watch! Popcorn will be provided.
Running time: 127 minutes |
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Drop-In Tech Help
| Every Monday
2-3PM First Floor near the Main Desk. |
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Need assistance with Libby, hoopla or other library resources? Need basic instruction on using a cell phone or tablet? Stop in for a 15-minute tech help session! Please Note: We are unable to help with device repairs, hardware issues or viruses
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Unwind
|  | Every Tuesday
6-7:45PM
Second Floor | |
Join the craft enthusiasts for a relaxing session each week. Whether your passion lies in knitting, crocheting, embroidering, or utilizing threads, yarn, and strings for repairs, come and enjoy a leisurely time fostering camaraderie. For any inquiries, kindly contact Abby at rpl.info@rochesternh.gov. Please be advised that meeting locations may vary due to scheduling conflicts with other events. |
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| All Abilities Club |
CANCELLED Monday, March 2nd
10-12PM Community Room |
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This inclusive program is geared towards adults with developmental disabilities. Coloring pages, Legos, cards, and board games will be available for use! No sign up necessary! |
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Puzzle Swap
|  | Thursday, March 12th
9-5PM
Second Floor | |
Bring a completed puzzle and exchange it for a new one to solve! The puzzles should consist of at least 250 pieces and cater to adults. Guidelines for puzzle exchanges: Ensure the puzzle is whole with no missing pieces. Place the puzzle in a zip-lock bag along with the original box or container.
Provide an image of the completed puzzle (either on the box, a poster, or a large photograph).If you don't have a puzzle to trade, feel free to take one and return it for exchange at the next swap. |
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| Reiki Healing Circle |
Saturday, March 21st
2-4PM Community Room |
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Reiki Master Marilyn Carter cordially extends an invitation to participate in an immersive session dedicated to the gentle and non-invasive healing practice of Reiki. Whether you are new to Reiki or unfamiliar with its principles, our circle provides a secure environment to explore this healing modality. We enthusiastically welcome Reiki practitioners of all proficiency levels to engage in both giving and receiving. Our session commences with a warm welcome, followed by an overview of what to anticipate, a guided meditation to elevate your energy, and a collaborative healing experience where practitioners circulate the healing energy around the group, ensuring everyone receives the benefits. As you engage in the collective energy of the healing circle, the transformative powers of Reiki will permeate the space for your utmost well-being. The session concludes with moments of reflection and harmonious melodies.
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Monday, March 9th
1:00PM
Community Room | |
Copies are available at the Main Desk. No sign-up is required, and everyone over 18 is welcome! |
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Wednesday, March 25th
6:00PM
Rose Room | |
Copies are available at the Main Desk. No sign-up is required, and everyone over 18 is welcome! |
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Tuesday, March 31st
6:30PM Rose Room | | Are you in your 20s or 30s and looking for a book club that aligns with your interests? Come and join our relaxed book club where we will delve into current reads and share recommendations with one another! Please note that this group is not facilitated by a staff member. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Abby at 603-335-7550 or email rpl.info@rochesternh.gov
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Sneak Peek: April Programs
| End of Life PlanningWednesday, April 15th 6:00—7:45 PM
Registration opens March 15th
Make a Lotus Latern Workshop
Saturday, April 18th11:00 —1:00 PMRegistration open
Gardening Lecture Series:
Invasive Species and Soil TestingMonday, April 20th
6:00-7:30PMRegistration opens March 20th
Fish Fly Tying 101
Wednesday, April 29th 5:30-7:30PMRegistration March 23rd
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