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Tuesday, April 1All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 110:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Toddler 2s
Miss Lisa will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!Tuesday, April 13:00—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 3-52
Wednesday, April 2All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 210:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join us for an engaging preschool storytime filled with books, rhymes, music, and a fun craft! Perfectly designed for children ages 3 to 5.Wednesday, April 210:00—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, April 23:30—4:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Imaginations
Join Miss Sadie for Little Imaginations. This is a 30-minute program designed to engage your child with essential early literacy activities, including reading, playing, singing, counting, writing, and talking. Each week, we explore a new theme: Art, Music & Movement, Literary Characters, and Imaginative Play.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 27:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual Author Visit with Bestselling Author Marie Benedict (Virtual)
Bestselling author Marie Benedict will discuss her new historical fiction mystery, The Queens of Crime.
About Marie: Marie Benedict is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Queens of Crime, The Mitford Affair, Her Hidden Genius, The Mystery of Mrs.…Learn More3
Thursday, April 3All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreThursday, April 310:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Bubbly Babies
Miss Carla will delight your babies with shaky eggs, scarves, rhymes, songs and stories. We'll end with a fun parachute activity.
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this active storytime. Designed for ages 0-3.Thursday, April 32:00—3:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Let's Play Mahjong! (In-Person)
Part II of "Learn to Play Mahjong". Use your new skills to play Mahjong on the first Thursday of each month.Thursday, April 34:30—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 7-10Thursday, April 36:00—6:30 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Burp
A Book Burp is a video or written review of a book you’ve read and want to share with your friends. Come burp about a book you've read or are reading and we'll post it on social media and in the library.4
Friday, April 4All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreFriday, April 410:00—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, April 42:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday - Tracks
Join us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday. 5
Saturday, April 5All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More6
Sunday, April 6All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More7
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreMonday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreMonday, April 710:30—11:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Safe Banking for Seniors (In-Person)
Protect yourself from financial fraud and identity theft!Financial fraud and identity theft are on the rise and, sadly, Seniors are the target of many scams. In this workshop, we will examine identity theft and how fraudsters operate, who is at risk and the common warning signs of fraud.…Learn MoreMonday, April 74:00—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 5-68
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 8All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 810:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Toddler 2s
Miss Lisa will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!Tuesday, April 81:00—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, April 83:00—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, April 87:00—8:00 PMZoom
Plant-Based Batch Cooking (Virtual)
CT based award-winning cookbook author, Terry Walters, will present a virtual cooking class! Terry will teach us about and demonstrate batch cooking – cooking health and delicious foundational recipes that can be prepared for one meal and then upcycled for multiple different quick and easy meals thereafter.…Learn More9
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 9All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 910:00—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, April 910:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join us for an engaging preschool storytime filled with books, rhymes, music, and a fun craft! Perfectly designed for children ages 3 to 5.Wednesday, April 92:00—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, April 92:00—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, April 93:30—4:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Imaginations
Join Miss Sadie for Little Imaginations. This is a 30-minute program designed to engage your child with essential early literacy activities, including reading, playing, singing, counting, writing, and talking. Each week, we explore a new theme: Art, Music & Movement, Literary Characters, and Imaginative Play.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 97:00—8:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
An Evening of Poems by Robert Frost (In-Person)
An Evening of Frost is a unique, interactive performance that begins with a short biographical introduction into the poet’s life. Robert Frost is greatly misunderstood. Certain people, some academics, and politicians included have tried to pigeonhole him, however, the man is far more complicated than the surface indicates.…Learn More10
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreThursday, April 10All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreThursday, April 1010:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Bubbly Babies
Miss Carla will delight your babies with shaky eggs, scarves, rhymes, songs and stories. We'll end with a fun parachute activity.
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this active storytime. Designed for ages 0-3.Thursday, April 1012:00—1:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting 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 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, April 102:00—3:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Learn to Play Mahjong! (In-Person)
Come join us as we learn to play Chinese/Taiwanese Mahjong! Skilled player and instructor, Margi Bourgeois, will take us through the steps in a hands on 3 session class. Thursdays April 10th, 17th, & 24th. Let's learn something fun together!In-Person Program.…Learn MoreThursday, April 104:30—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 7-10Thursday, April 107:00—8:15 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Ecoscaping-Creating Quality Wildlife Habitat on Your Landscape, An AGC Side Shoots Event (In-Person)
Butterfly and bird populations continue to drop. Frogs and many turtle species are becoming threatened or endangered. The ecological food web is diminished and presents real threats to preserving ecosystems and wildlife. Fortunately, we can make a difference and be part of the solution by creating quality wildlife habitat in our landscapes.…Learn More11
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreFriday, April 11All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreFriday, April 1110:00—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, April 112:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday - Build
Join us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday. 12
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreSaturday, April 12All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More13
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreSunday, April 13All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More14
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreMonday, April 14All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreMonday, April 144:00—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, April 146:30—8:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
The Life and Legacy of Musician Connie Converse (In-Person)
In the years since her mysterious disappearance in 1974, New Hampshire native Connie Converse (1924-?) has come to be recognized as a major artist and thinker –– a pioneering songwriter, writer, and activist, whose contributions during her known life were largely ignored--but today have amassed more than 24 million streams on Spotify.…Learn More15
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 15All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 1510:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Toddler 2s
Miss Lisa will kick off this storytime dancing and getting some wiggles out. We'll have fun with stories, songs and rhymes!Tuesday, April 153:00—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, April 153:30—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! Lucy and her handler, Susan, 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
Tuesday, April 156:30—7:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
ATL Reads Book Discussion - Beautyland (In-Person)
ATL Reads Book Discussion for "Beautyland" by Marie-Helene Bertino Tuesday, April 157:00—8:15 PMZoom
Masters of Song Series: Streisand and Hamlisch (Virtual)
Explore the career of one of the most popular and memorable song writing teams of the 20th century. This series is a collaboration sponsored by the Groton (MA) Public Library. To register: https://us02web. zoom. us/webinar/register/6817393002432/WN_D2EFmFZ2QWWkt88p15CNUwVirtual Program.…Learn More16
Monday, April 7All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show - Accepting Dioramas
It's time for the Peeps Show! Create a diorama with a shoe or boot box no larger than 14"L x 10"W x 5"HBring your diorama to the Amherst Library’s Children’s Room during normal business hours beginning Monday, April 7 until Wednesday, April 16th.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 16All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 1610:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join us for an engaging preschool storytime filled with books, rhymes, music, and a fun craft! Perfectly designed for children ages 3 to 5.Wednesday, April 1610:00—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, April 163:30—4:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Imaginations
Join Miss Sadie for Little Imaginations. This is a 30-minute program designed to engage your child with essential early literacy activities, including reading, playing, singing, counting, writing, and talking. Each week, we explore a new theme: Art, Music & Movement, Literary Characters, and Imaginative Play.…Learn More17
Thursday, April 17All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show 2025 - Peep-les Choice Voting. Vote for Your Favorites!
Stop by the library during our open hours to view all the wonderful Peeps dioramas on display. Library visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite diorama in each age group beginning April 17th until library closing on April 21st. Come enjoy the creative sweets and cast your vote in the Children's Room.Thursday, April 17All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreThursday, April 1710:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Bubbly Babies
Miss Carla will delight your babies with shaky eggs, scarves, rhymes, songs and stories. We'll end with a fun parachute activity.
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this active storytime. Designed for ages 0-3.Thursday, April 172:00—3:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Learn to Play Mahjong! (In-Person)
Come join us as we learn to play Chinese/Taiwanese Mahjong! Skilled player and instructor, Margi Bourgeois, will take us through the steps in a hands on 3 session class. Thursdays April 10th, 17th, & 24th. Let's learn something fun together!In-Person Program.…Learn MoreThursday, April 174:30—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 7-1018
Thursday, April 17All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show 2025 - Peep-les Choice Voting. Vote for Your Favorites!
Stop by the library during our open hours to view all the wonderful Peeps dioramas on display. Library visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite diorama in each age group beginning April 17th until library closing on April 21st. Come enjoy the creative sweets and cast your vote in the Children's Room.Friday, April 18All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreFriday, April 1810:00—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, April 1810:30 AM—12:00 PMLower 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, April 182:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday - Legos/Duplos
Join us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday. 19
Thursday, April 17All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show 2025 - Peep-les Choice Voting. Vote for Your Favorites!
Stop by the library during our open hours to view all the wonderful Peeps dioramas on display. Library visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite diorama in each age group beginning April 17th until library closing on April 21st. Come enjoy the creative sweets and cast your vote in the Children's Room.Saturday, April 19All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More20
Sunday, April 20All Closed
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Thursday, April 17All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show 2025 - Peep-les Choice Voting. Vote for Your Favorites!
Stop by the library during our open hours to view all the wonderful Peeps dioramas on display. Library visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite diorama in each age group beginning April 17th until library closing on April 21st. Come enjoy the creative sweets and cast your vote in the Children's Room.Sunday, April 20All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More21
Thursday, April 17All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Show 2025 - Peep-les Choice Voting. Vote for Your Favorites!
Stop by the library during our open hours to view all the wonderful Peeps dioramas on display. Library visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite diorama in each age group beginning April 17th until library closing on April 21st. Come enjoy the creative sweets and cast your vote in the Children's Room.Monday, April 21All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreMonday, April 211:00—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, April 216:00—8:00 PMBalconyAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Library Board of Trustees meeting
Join us for the monthly business meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.
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Tuesday, April 22All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 22All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Winners Announced
Congratulations to our Peeps winners!Cora - Ages 2-5 - Peeps Kindergarten
Madelyn - Ages 6-9 - Inside Scoop
Reid - Ages 10-12 - Peep Gold Mine
Sophia & Olivia - Ages 13-17 - Beauty and the Peep
Amherst Police (Anthony, Nina, Justin & Jessica)…Learn MoreTuesday, April 227:00—8:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Celebrate Earth Day by Taking Action: Smarter Recycling, Less Waste! (In-Person)
This timely presentation by Vinny Lupoli, Lead Attendant at the Town of Amherst Transfer Station, will explore practical ways to reduce waste, recycle responsibly, and protect the planet. Learn how simple changes—like composting, proper battery disposal, and avoiding "wish cycling"—can make a big difference for the environment.…Learn More23
Wednesday, April 23All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 2310:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join us for an engaging preschool storytime filled with books, rhymes, music, and a fun craft! Perfectly designed for children ages 3 to 5.Wednesday, April 2310:00 AM—5:00 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Peeps Day
Peeps Day! Stop by the Children's Room anytime from 10am to 5pm to view all the wonderful Peeps dioramas on display. Find out who received the most "Peep-les Choice votes. Make a Peeps craft. Enjoy a Peeps picture hunt or play a Peeps game. It's sure…Learn More24
Thursday, April 24All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreThursday, April 2410:00—10:30 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Storytime with a Twist
Join us for a fun-filled experience with your little ones! The Dance Company will bring stories to life through books, music, movement, and props! Ages 2-6Thursday, April 242:00—3:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Learn to Play Mahjong! (In-Person)
Come join us as we learn to play Chinese/Taiwanese Mahjong! Skilled player and instructor, Margi Bourgeois, will take us through the steps in a hands on 3 session class. Thursdays April 10th, 17th, & 24th. Let's learn something fun together!In-Person Program.…Learn MoreThursday, April 247:00—8:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
An Evening of Poetry (In-Person)
Do you love poetry? Poetry lovers and writers, you are invited to bring a poem by a poet you love or one you have written to share and discuss. Closet poets welcome. Our MC, Susanna Hargreaves, will guide the evening of inspirational and comforting poetry sharing.…Learn More25
Friday, April 25All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreFriday, April 252:30—4:30 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Open Play Friday - Reading Dragons, Puzzles and Board Games
Join us Friday afternoons and explore the library's assortment of toys & activities in the big room. We'll have something different each Friday. 26
Saturday, April 26All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More27
Sunday, April 27All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More28
Monday, April 28All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn More29
Tuesday, April 29All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 2911:00—11:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Picture Book Creations
Come have fun with us as we dive into a watercolor art project inspired by How to Catch a Star! We'll start by reading the book, then create a beautiful watercolor masterpiece to go along with it. Ages 5-7Tuesday, April 291:00—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, April 293:00—4:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Lego Challenge
Our Lego challenge combines creativity, design, and hands-on building. It also allows kids to think critically and improve their fine motor skills while having fun with LEGO bricks. Plus, they get to imagine their perfect play space! Come as one or bring a friend for this exciting STEM Lego Challenge.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 297:00—8:15 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Sierra Leone: One Woman's View (In-Person)
Sierra Leone has often been sensationalized as a place of extreme violence and suffering — child soldiers, Ebola, environmental catastrophes, and alarmingly high maternal and infant mortality rates. Before Before: A Story of Discovery and Loss in Sierra Leone captures daily life in a different country, one that author Betsy Small first encountered as a Peace Corps agriculture volunteer in the country’s diamond district between 1984 and 1987 and then reconnected with decades later.…Learn More30
Wednesday, April 30All DayLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Colonial Day Costume Swap
Is your child in need of a Colonial-era costume for Colonial Day at Wilkins School? Or perhaps you have a costume from a past year that they’ve outgrown?
We’re hosting a Colonial Clothing Costume Exchange and would love for you to be a part of it!
Parents can donate, swap, or pick up gently used Colonial-style clothing and accessories for their children.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 3010:00—10:45 AMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Listeners
Join us for an engaging preschool storytime filled with books, rhymes, music, and a fun craft! Perfectly designed for children ages 3 to 5.Wednesday, April 303:00—4:00 PMLower Level- Johnson Meeting RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Slime Time
Get ready for a squishy, slimy adventure! Join us for a hands-on activity where kids will create their very own slime.
Don't miss out on this squishy fun at the library! Bring your friends and let’s get slimy! Ages 7+