May 2024

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Wednesday, May 19:30—11:30 AMZoom

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Interview Strategies

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Interview StrategiesIf 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 More

Wednesday, May 110:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Little Listeners

Little ListenersJoin 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, May 111:30 AM—1:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Homeschoolers Meet & Greet

Homeschoolers Meet & GreetIf you are a homeschool family or are interested in learning about homeschooling, come in and chat with some people who do. Kids of all ages are welcome.  

Wednesday, May 16:00—6:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Noveliers Book Club

Noveliers Book ClubThis book group meets monthly to read and discuss books chosen by them!  Kids 4th grade and up will read a chosen title then meet the following month to discuss their likes and dislikes. This is a great way to explore new authors and genre of books and meet some new friends! No registration required.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 210:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 24:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Discovery Club

Discovery ClubKids ages 6-8 come join us on Thursday afternoons, from 4-4:30, to explore a new STEM topic each week through hands-on activities.  
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Friday, May 310:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 32:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Open Play Friday

Open Play FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday.  

Friday, May 33:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

STEM Friday

STEM FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of STEM activities. Something different each Friday.
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Monday, May 61:00—2:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Your Identity: Staying Connected and Protected (In-Person)

Your Identity: Staying Connected and Protected (In-Person)Millions of consumers are victims of identity fraud and identity theft every year. Since we all spend time shopping online and cruising the web, we need to be more vigilant than ever of security breaches. In a few simple steps, we'll show you how!Presented by AARP NH and the Amherst Police DepartmentIn-Person Program.…Learn More

Monday, May 64:00—4:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Reading Dragons Drop In Play

Reading Dragons Drop In PlayOur last Reading Dragons meet up and play for the season! Come drop in the library and hang out with friends and play with your trading cards! Don't forget to read and collect a new set! Not sure what Reading Dragons is? Stop by the Children's Room and…Learn More
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Tuesday, May 710:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Toddler 2s

Toddler 2sMr. Connor will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!

Tuesday, May 73:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

- Paws to Read with Buckley (6 Events)

Paws to Read with BuckleyPaws to Read with Buckley Sign up for a reading appointment with Buckley, our therapy dog, and his human, Leslie.   Buckley and Leslie provide a “judgement-free zone” for emerging readers and a welcoming audience for fluent readers who love to read aloud.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 77:00—8:00 PMMain Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

An Evening of Storytelling with Members of the Souhegan Storytellers Group (In-Person)

An Evening of Storytelling with Members of the Souhegan Storytellers Group (In-Person)Members of the Souhegan Storytellers group will tell a collection of mostly local stories.  At a minimum, the following storytellers plan to have a story to tell. Other local storytellers may join as well. John Sanders began telling stories in 2014 and is now president of the NH Storytelling Alliance.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 810:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Little Listeners

Little ListenersJoin 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, May 83:00—3:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Little Listeners

Little ListenersJoin 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, May 86:00—7:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Teen Zendoodle

Teen Zendoodle Teens! Take a break and come relax at the library. Zendoodle and chat with your friends for an hour. No experience needed, just relax and have fun.
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Thursday, May 910:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 94:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Discovery Club

Discovery ClubKids ages 6-8 come join us on Thursday afternoons, from 4-4:30, to explore a new STEM topic each week through hands-on activities.  

Thursday, May 97:00—9:30 PMLaBelle Winery345 Route 101, Amherst , NH, 03031

Friends of the Amherst Town Library Trivia Night

Trivia Night 2024Join us for the Friends of the Amherst Town Library Annual Trivia Night at LaBelle Winery on Thursday, May 9 from 7-9:30 PM.  Doors and light buffet open at 7:00, and trivia starts promptly at 7:30.  Round up your smartest friends and brush up on your trivia skills.…Learn More
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Friday, May 1010:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 102:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Open Play Friday

Open Play FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday.  

Friday, May 103:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

STEM Friday

STEM FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of STEM activities. Something different each Friday.
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Saturday, May 1110:00—11:00 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Donuts with Grownups Storytime

Donuts with Grownups StorytimeKids and their grown ups start your Saturday with a supercharged storytime. Enjoy stories, music and of course donuts! Ages 3+.
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Monday, May 137:00—8:15 PMZoom

The Notch: The History of Crawford Notch & Environs (Virtual)

The Notch: The History of Crawford Notch  & Environs (Virtual)This presentation chronicles the fascinating history of a wondrous and beautiful location in New Hampshire - Crawford Notch! The talk will touch on the discovery of the Notch as a major connection between the coast and the interior, the early pioneering days, the Age of the Grand Hotel, the amazing engineering feat of building a railroad through the Notch and the great lumber industry of the North Country.…Learn More
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Tuesday, May 141:00—2:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

ATL Reads: Nonfiction Book Club (In-Person)

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 More

Tuesday, May 147:00—8:15 PMMain Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Container Gardening: an Amherst Garden Club Side Shoots Event (In-Person)

Container Gardening: an Amherst Garden Club Side Shoots Event (In-Person)Join us as we talk container gardening with Master Gardener Laura Kozel. Laura will teach us how to create and maintain beautiful container plantings. This talk includes a slew of lessons learned from her years of roof deck gardening in Boston and, the last 13 years, at her home in Hollis.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 159:30—11:30 AMZoom

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Interview Practice

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Interview PracticeIf 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 More

Wednesday, May 1510:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Little Listeners

Little ListenersJoin 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, May 151:00—1:45 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

CrafterNoon

CrafterNoonKids ages 8-12 are invited to join us on early release day. We'll be doing a seasonal art or craft project. No registration required.

Wednesday, May 156:30—7:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Pajama Storytime

Pajama StorytimePut on your cozy jammies, pack up your blanket and favorite stuffy and head over to the library for a Pajama Storytime! Ages - Family
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Thursday, May 1610:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 164:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Discovery Club

Discovery ClubKids ages 6-8 come join us on Thursday afternoons, from 4-4:30, to explore a new STEM topic each week through hands-on activities.  
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Friday, May 1710:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 172:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Open Play Friday

Open Play FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday.  

Friday, May 173:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

STEM Friday

STEM FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of STEM activities. Something different each Friday.
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Sunday, May 193:00—4:00 PMMain Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Woodwind Trio from Symphony NH (In-Person)

Woodwind Trio from Symphony NH  (In-Person)The traditional Reed Trio was a construct of our most important early 20th century French composers. The Symphony NH woodwind trio will play a program of trios, duos and solos composed by Mozart, Beethoven, Milhaud, Britten and Ibert. Cheryl Bishkoff, oboeMackenzie Austin, clarinetMichael Mechanic, bassoonThis event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.…Learn More
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Monday, May 202:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Homeschoolers Meet & Greet

Homeschoolers Meet & GreetIf you are a homeschool family or are interested in learning about homeschooling, come in and chat with some people who do. Kids of all ages are welcome.  
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Tuesday, May 2110:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Toddler 2s

Toddler 2sMr. Connor will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!

Tuesday, May 214:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Graphic Novel Club

Graphic Novel ClubCalling all graphic novel lovers! Join us once per month as we read a graphic novel, then meet at the library to discuss the book as a group and have some snacks. Each month we will be reading a new graphic novel. Open to grades 4-6. Copies of the book can be picked up at the library to be read in advance of the meeting.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 2210:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Little Listeners

Little ListenersJoin 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, May 223:00—3:45 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Little Listeners

Little ListenersJoin 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, May 223:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

- Paws to Read with Buckley (6 Events)

Paws to Read with BuckleyPaws to Read with Buckley Sign up for a reading appointment with Buckley, our therapy dog, and his human, Leslie.   Buckley and Leslie provide a “judgement-free zone” for emerging readers and a welcoming audience for fluent readers who love to read aloud.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 2310:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 234:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Discovery Club

Discovery ClubKids ages 6-8 come join us on Thursday afternoons, from 4-4:30, to explore a new STEM topic each week through hands-on activities.  
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Friday, May 2410:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 242:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Open Play Friday

Open Play FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday.  

Friday, May 243:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

STEM Friday

STEM FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of STEM activities. Something different each Friday.
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Tuesday, May 2810:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Toddler 2s

Toddler 2sMr. Connor will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!

Tuesday, May 281:00—2:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

ATL Reads: Fiction Book Club (In-Person)

ATL Reads: Fiction 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 More
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Wednesday, May 2910:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Little Listeners

Little ListenersJoin 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, May 293:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Lower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

- Paws to Read with Berry (6 Events)

Paws to Read with BerryPaws to Read with Berry Sign up for a reading appointment with Berry, the Amherst Police Comfort Dog.   Berry and his handler provide a “judgement-free zone” for emerging readers and a welcoming audience for fluent readers who love to read aloud.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 3010:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 304:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Discovery Club

Discovery ClubKids ages 6-8 come join us on Thursday afternoons, from 4-4:30, to explore a new STEM topic each week through hands-on activities.  
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Friday, May 3110:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Bubbly Babies

Bubbly BabiesMiss 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, May 312:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

Open Play Friday

Open Play FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday.  

Friday, May 313:00—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031

STEM Friday

STEM FridayJoin us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of STEM activities. Something different each Friday.