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Sunday, December 13:00—4:00 PMMain Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Holiday Music Celebration with Merrimack Valley A Cappella Chorus (In-Person)
Come join us as we celebrate the season singing holiday songs in 4-part harmony A Cappella.
Merrimack Valley A Cappella Chorus is a chapter of Sweet Adeline’s International, comprised of singers of all ages from the Merrimack Valley Region. Together we learn and practice, continually striving to improve our technique, expand our repertoire, and perfect our performance.…Learn More2
Monday, December 24:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Discovery Club Jr.
Discover a variety of STEM projects in Discovery Club JUNIOR!! Each week, kids will learn through a new hands-on activity designed for our younger, inquiring minds. Ages 5-63
Tuesday, December 310:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Toddler 2s
Mr. Connor will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!Tuesday, December 33:00—3:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Wiggle, Giggle, Explore
Play and learn together with a variety of preschool activities! We’ll get the wiggles out, giggle with a silly song then learn a school readiness activity through play! Ages 3-5Tuesday, December 37:00—8:15 PMZoom
Nutcrackers: A Colorful History (Virtual)
You may never have given those funny painted statues much thought but the history of nutcrackers involves the development of tools from the Stone Age to the Industrial Age. Their story encompasses the political changes of Communist-era Germany, a Russian ballet and American G.…Learn More4
Wednesday, December 49:30—11:30 AMZoom
50+ Job Seekers' Networking Group - INTERVIEW PRACTICE
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 410:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join Miss Sadie in this preschool storytime. This storytime introduces your child to books, rhymes, music and a craft. Designed for 3-5 year olds.Wednesday, December 41:00—2:30 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Craft & Chat Adult Craft Group (In-Person)
Drop in craft groupWednesday, December 43:00—3:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join Miss Sadie in this afternoon preschool storytime. This storytime will introduce your child to books, rhymes, music and a craft. Designed for 3-5 year olds.5
Thursday, December 510:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Bubbly Babies
Miss Carla will delight your babies with bubbles, rhymes, songs and stories.
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this active storytime and stay for some social time with other caregivers and babies. Designed for ages 0-2.Thursday, December 511:00 AM—1:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Homeschoolers Meet & Greet
Do you homeschool your children? Are you thinking about it? Come chat with others in the community, learn about resources, meet new people, and introduce the kids to others. We'll have games out for kids of all ages.Thursday, December 54:30—5:00 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Discovery Club
STEM fun for kids! Come explore a new STEM topic each week. Exciting hands-on activities for growing minds! Ages 7-10Thursday, December 56:00—6:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Burp
What is a book burp? A video or written review of a book you've read and want to share with your friends. Come in and chat about a book with your friends and make a book burp!6
Friday, December 610:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Bubbly Babies
Miss Carla will delight your babies with bubbles, rhymes, songs and stories.
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this active storytime and stay for some social time with other caregivers and babies. Designed for ages 0-2.Friday, December 62:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday - Tracks
Join us Friday afternoons with your friends! Each Friday we'll put out a different activity. Race hot wheels, build with blocks, trade Reading Dragons cards, build with Legos! Something fun to do every Friday afternoon!Friday, December 63:00—4:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Friends of the Library Jewelry PreSale - Members Only
Friends of the Library Jewelry PreSale- Members Only8
Sunday, December 81:00—3:30 PMMain Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Friends of the Library Reception for Brenda McDougald
Brenda began exploring an interest in landscape photography several years ago and always says how blessed she feels to live in New England, which offers extraordinary and endless photo opportunities. “I was looking for a creative outlet as a way to connect with more peace, joy, and contentment.…Learn More9
Monday, December 94:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Discovery Club Jr.
Discover a variety of STEM projects in Discovery Club JUNIOR!! Each week, kids will learn through a new hands-on activity designed for our younger, inquiring minds. Ages 5-6Monday, December 96:30—8:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
New Hampshire Postal History (In-Person)
This presentation, sponsored by the Amherst Historical Society, will be a general overview of our postal history from the British Colonial Period through to present times. The focus will be on New Hampshire and Amherst. It will review why Amherst, New Hampshire had the second post office in our state.…Learn More10
Tuesday, December 1010:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Toddler 2s
Mr. Connor will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!Tuesday, December 101:00—2:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
ATL Reads: Nonfiction Book Club (In-Person)
ATL Reads: Nonfiction is a library run book club that focuses on reading and discussing nonfiction titles. Discussions take place the second Tuesday of each month in-person at 1pm. Please register to receive communication about this book club, including information about upcoming meetings and titles.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 103:00—3:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Wiggle, Giggle, Explore
Play and learn together with a variety of preschool activities! We’ll get the wiggles out, giggle with a silly song then learn a school readiness activity through play! Ages 3-5Tuesday, December 107:00—8:15 PMZoom
Victorian Tea and Christmas (Virtual)
Join us for an engaging lecture on the history of Victorian Christmas traditions and the history of tea through these times. Victorian is a word that refers to the period of the reign of queen Victoria of England, from 1837 to 1901. This was an optimistic time in which industrialization was thriving.…Learn More11
Wednesday, December 1110:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join Miss Sadie in this preschool storytime. This storytime introduces your child to books, rhymes, music and a craft. Designed for 3-5 year olds.Wednesday, December 112:00—2:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Comic Club
Comic Club! Inspired by all the great graphic novels, we will help young fans of graphic novels to read, write, draw, and share their own stories! We will focus on different authors and create drawing and writing challenges. Ages 9-12Wednesday, December 112:00—2:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Comic Club Jr.
Comic Club JUNIOR! Designed for our younger graphic novel enthusiasts. Kids will read, write, draw, and share their own stories! This fun, relaxed club will give young readers an opportunity to explore new graphic novels and share their creativity. …Learn MoreWednesday, December 113:00—3:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join Miss Sadie in this afternoon preschool storytime. This storytime will introduce your child to books, rhymes, music and a craft. Designed for 3-5 year olds.12
Thursday, December 1210:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Bubbly Babies
Miss Carla will delight your babies with bubbles, rhymes, songs and stories.
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this active storytime and stay for some social time with other caregivers and babies. Designed for ages 0-2.Thursday, December 1212:00—1:30 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
ATL Reads: Cookbook Club (In-Person)
We invite all who love cooking to join us for our first ATL Reads: Cookbook Club gathering!
ATL Reads: Cookbook Club is a library-run book club that focuses on sharing and discussing dishes prepared from selected cookbooks. Gatherings take place the second Thursday of each month in-person at the library.…Learn MoreThursday, December 124:30—5:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Discovery Club
STEM fun for kids! Come explore a new STEM topic each week. Exciting hands-on activities for growing minds! Ages 7-1013
Friday, December 1310:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Bubbly Babies
Miss Carla will delight your babies with bubbles, rhymes, songs and stories.
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this active storytime and stay for some social time with other caregivers and babies. Designed for ages 0-2.Friday, December 132:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday
Join us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday. 14
Saturday, December 1410:00 AM—2:00 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Lower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Hoobie Whatty
“Holiday who-be what-ee?” Come to the library to get into the holiday spirit! Enjoy some holiday crafts, music, refreshments and a special holiday story with Miss NH, Emily Spencer. Storytime will be at 10:30am followed by a dance performance from The Dance Company.…Learn More15
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Monday, December 161:00—3:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Monday Matinees (In-Person)
Join us each month for a movie on the big screen!
Monday Matinees at the Amherst Town Library are free and open to the public and include first-come, first-serve popcorn and seating. All films will be shown with closed captioning. Monday Matinees are intended for adult audiences, so please make note of film ratings.…Learn MoreMonday, December 163:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Paws to Read with Lucy (6 Events)
Paws to Read with Lucy!
Sign up for a reading appointment with Lucy and her handler, Susan. They provide a “judgement-free zone” for emerging readers and a welcoming audience for fluent readers who love to read aloud. Reading appointments are for 10 minutes.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
3:30—3:40 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
3:40—3:50 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
3:50—4:00 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
4:00—4:10 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
4:10—4:20 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
4:20—4:30 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
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Tuesday, December 1710:00 AM—4:00 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Gingerbread Ornaments
Drop into the Children's Room and make a scented gingerbread dough ornament. Cookie cutters and dough will be available for making ornaments from 10am-4pm.Tuesday, December 171:00—2:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
ATL Reads: Fiction Book Club (In-Person)
ATL Reads: Fiction is a library run book club that focuses on reading and discussing fiction titles. Discussions take place the last Tuesday of each month in-person. Please register to receive communication about this book club, including information about upcoming meetings and titles.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 176:00—7:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Teen Holiday Ornament Craft
Cozy vibes are in the air! Register today to make this cozy cocoa/coffee cup ornament for yourself or to give as a gift. Ages 12+Tuesday, December 177:00—8:15 PMZoom
Masters of Song Series: Nat King Cole (Virtual)
Explore the career of one of the most popular and memorable musicians of the 20th century (Unforgettable, Mona Lisa, etc. ) This series is a collaboration sponsored by the Groton (MA) Public Library. To register: https://us02web. zoom. us/webinar/register/8817317878984/WN_kziA0PNDTU-HgUUr3iQz3gVirtual Program.…Learn More18
Wednesday, December 189:30—11:30 AMZoom
50+ Job Seekers' Networking Group - MARKETING PLAN
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 1810:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Tummy Time Painting
Our Tummy Time Painting program is a fun and sensory-rich activity designed for babies to explore art while strengthening their muscles. Babies will enjoy tummy time, while engaging with a mess-free painting setup that allows them to safely explore colors and textures.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 181:00—2:30 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Craft & Chat Adult Craft Group (In-Person)
Drop in craft groupWednesday, December 183:00—3:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
CrafterNoon
Get ready to unleash your creativity at CrafterNoon! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking for a fun afternoon activity, join us for a crafting experience that celebrates the spirit of the season. Ages 8-12.19
Thursday, December 1910:00 AM—12:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Build a Gingerbread Buddy
Create a life-sized Gingerbread Buddy by tracing your child’s body on craft paper! Once the outline is drawn, let your little one get creative by decorating it with colorful markers, stickers, and fun embellishments to bring their very own gingerbread friend to life.…Learn MoreThursday, December 191:00—2:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Homeschoolers Meet & Greet
Do you homeschool your children? Are you thinking about it? Come chat with others in the community, learn about resources, meet new people, and introduce the kids to others. We'll have games out for kids of all ages.20
Friday, December 2010:00—11:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Postpartum Support Group
Build your community as you gather with other postpartum parents to talk about how you're healing and what thoughts and feelings you're exploring. Parents & babies a few days postpartum to a year or more out are welcome.…Learn MoreFriday, December 202:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday - Legos/Duplos
Join us Friday afternoons with your friends! Each Friday we'll put out a different activity. Race hot wheels, build with blocks, trade Reading Dragons cards, build with Legos! Something fun to do every Friday afternoon!Friday, December 202:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday
Join us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday. 21
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Monday, December 2311:30 AM—1:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Lunchtime Movie for Kids
Join us for a free movie on the big screen! Bring your lunch and a blanket, we'll provide the popcorn! Ages 7+
Movie: Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius (2001) Rated GAn eight-year-old boy genius and his friends must rescue their parents after the adults are abducted by aliens.…Learn More24
Tuesday, December 24All Closed
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Wednesday, December 25All Closed
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Friday, December 272:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday - Reading Dragons
Join us Friday afternoons with your friends! Each Friday we'll put out a different activity. Race hot wheels, build with blocks, trade Reading Dragons cards, build with Legos! Something fun to do every Friday afternoon!
Friday, December 272:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday
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Tuesday, December 3111:00 AM—12:00 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Lower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Countdown to Noon Years Eve Party
10, 9, 8, 7. .. .Let's get a head start and count down to Noon for New Year's Eve! Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a special hour of activities, dancing, crafts and of course a countdown to Noon! Wear your party clothes or your jammies,…Learn More