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Tuesday, December 210:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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, December 22:00—3:00 PMZoom
Travel to Christmas Markets in Prague and Germany (Virtual)
Visit amazing Christmas markets in Prague and four cities in Germany. With very few international tourists and mostly locals enjoying good food, good friends, and a festive atmosphere, December trips are quite different from summer visits. Led by Gene Flynn, an Illinois native, who has taught at the College of Lake County and Harper College, and serves on the board of the Institute for Continued Learning at Roosevelt University.…Learn More3
Wednesday, December 310:00—10:45 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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, December 33:30—4:15 PMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Imaginations
In this playful, hands-on program, children will build key early learning skills through fun activities like cutting with scissors, creative art projects, alphabet games, and early math exploration. This program supports fine motor development, letter recognition, counting, and more—all designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning.…Learn More4
Thursday, December 410:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Tots & Tunes
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, December 410:30—11:30 AMZoom
Édouard Manet--Pioneer of the Modern (Virtual)
Classically trained, Édouard Manet saw himself in the tradition of the Great Masters, but he was a hero to the young rebels soon to be known as the Impressionists because he translated academic art into a wholly modern aesthetic. In his work, he portrayed contemporary life candidly and never blinked at reality or compromised his highly original vision.…Learn MoreThursday, December 41:00—2:30 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Let's Play Chinese Mahjong! (In-person)
This session is a drop-in session for players who already know how to play Chinese Mahjong. No instruction, just tiles, tables, and good company. See you there!Thursday, December 44:30—5:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Discovery Club
From experiments to the arts, STEAM opens doors to endless possibilities and problem solving fun. Join us each week for some exciting STEAM. Designed for ages 6-9.5
Friday, December 510:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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 0-2.6
Saturday, December 610:00 AM—2:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading 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! Drop in between 10am-2pm to enjoy some holiday crafts, music, refreshments and a special holiday story. Storytime will be at 10:30am with a holiday dance performance immediately following.…Learn More7
Sunday, December 73:00—4:00 PMMain Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
A Christmas Carol
Join actors Stephen Collins and Poornima Kirby for a funny, heartfelt journey through Charles’ Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol.
This 1- hour adaptation shows Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation from a grumpy, selfish misanthrope to a generous, wise and kindly man, full of the spirit of Christmas.…Learn More8
Monday, December 86:30—8:15 PMMain Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
The Old Man: His Life and Legacy (In-Person)
When the Old Man of the Mountain fell from his perch high above Franconia Notch, on May 3, 2003, it made international news. Many in New Hampshire and beyond responded as though mourning a beloved public figure. This program presents the "story" of the Old Man and examines the ways that public perceptions of the Profile played a role in shaping and establishing New Hampshire's identity, both symbolically and physically.…Learn More9
Tuesday, December 910:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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, December 97:00—8:00 PMZoom
Healthier Holiday Food (Virtual)
Join Empty Nest Kitchen to explore really delicious holiday dishes with Mediterranean flair to incorporate into your celebrations without feeling weighed down. This program is a collaboration with the Groton Public Library and other libraries in NH/MA.…Learn More10
Wednesday, December 1010:00—10:45 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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, December 103:30—4:15 PMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Imaginations
In this playful, hands-on program, children will build key early learning skills through fun activities like cutting with scissors, creative art projects, alphabet games, and early math exploration. This program supports fine motor development, letter recognition, counting, and more—all designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning.…Learn More11
Thursday, December 1110:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Tots & Tunes
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, December 114:30—5:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Discovery Club
From experiments to the arts, STEAM opens doors to endless possibilities and problem solving fun. Join us each week for some exciting STEAM. Designed for ages 6-9.Thursday, December 116:00—7:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
ATL Reads Book Discussion- Virgil Wander (In-Person)
After a car crash into icy Lake Superior, Virgil Wander wakes into a world both familiar and strange. With memory and language altered, he pieces together his past—and the secrets of his small Midwestern town—with the help of quirky, endearing locals, including a mysterious kite-flying stranger and a long-lost love.…Learn More12
Friday, December 1210:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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 0-2.13
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Sunday, December 142:00—3:30 PMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Buddies - Big Buddies (High School Students)
High School Students! Sign up to be a "big buddy" and be read to by a "little buddy". A great program to serve your community.
The Book Buddies Literacy Program is designed to foster a love of reading among young children through a structured, engaging, and supportive read-aloud experience.…Learn MoreSunday, December 142:00—3:30 PMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4) (3 events)
The Book Buddies Literacy Program is designed to foster a love of reading among young children through a structured, engaging, and supportive read-aloud experience. The program pairs children in grades 1 through 4 with high school student mentors, known as “Big Buddies”.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
2:00—2:30 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
2:30—3:00 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
3:00—3:30 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
Sunday, December 143:00—4:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Teen Holiday Ornament Make & Take Craft
Teens! Drop in between 3-4pm and make your own adorable hot cocoa or latte ornament — a sweet holiday decoration to keep or share with someone special.15
Monday, December 154:00—5:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Buddies - Big Buddies (High School Students)
High School Students! Sign up to be a "big buddy" and be read to by a "little buddy". A great program to serve your community.
The Book Buddies Literacy Program is designed to foster a love of reading among young children through a structured, engaging, and supportive read-aloud experience.…Learn MoreMonday, December 154:00—5:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4) (3 events)
The Book Buddies Literacy Program is designed to foster a love of reading among young children through a structured, engaging, and supportive read-aloud experience. The program pairs children in grades 1 through 4 with high school student mentors, known as “Big Buddies”.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
4:00—4:30 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
4:30—5:00 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
5:00—5:30 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
Monday, December 157:00—8:00 PMZoom
Jane Austen's Sanditon: From Unfinished Swan Song to British Costume Drama (Virtual)
Commemorating Jane Austen’s 250th birthday on Dec. 16, 2025, join author, former UK resident, and Anglophile Claire Evans for a look at Austen's final, unfinished manuscript and its path from family heirloom to a fully imagined costume drama, airing on American PBS.…Learn More16
Tuesday, December 1610:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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, December 165:00—6:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4) (3 events)
The Book Buddies Literacy Program is designed to foster a love of reading among young children through a structured, engaging, and supportive read-aloud experience. The program pairs children in grades 1 through 4 with high school student mentors, known as “Big Buddies”.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
5:00—5:30 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
5:30—6:00 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
6:00—6:30 PMBook Buddies - Little Buddies (Kids Grades 1-4)
Tuesday, December 165:00—6:30 PMLower Level- Children's RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Book Buddies - Big Buddies (High School Students)
High School Students! Sign up to be a "big buddy" and be read to by a "little buddy". A great program to serve your community.
The Book Buddies Literacy Program is designed to foster a love of reading among young children through a structured, engaging, and supportive read-aloud experience.…Learn More17
Wednesday, December 1710:00—10:45 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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, December 173:30—4:15 PMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Little Imaginations
In this playful, hands-on program, children will build key early learning skills through fun activities like cutting with scissors, creative art projects, alphabet games, and early math exploration. This program supports fine motor development, letter recognition, counting, and more—all designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning.…Learn More18
Thursday, December 1810:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Tots & Tunes
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, December 182:00—3:30 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Main Reading RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Let's Play Chinese Mahjong! (In-Person)
This session is a drop-in session for players who already know how to play Chinese Mahjong. No instruction, just tiles, tables, and good company. See you there!…Learn MoreThursday, December 184:30—5:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Discovery Club
From experiments to the arts, STEAM opens doors to endless possibilities and problem solving fun. Join us each week for some exciting STEAM. Designed for ages 6-9.19
Friday, December 1910:00—10:30 AMMain Floor- Boardman 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 1910:30—11:30 AMMain Floor- Archives 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 1912:15—1:30 PMBalconyAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Friends of the Library Board meeting
A special holiday gathering of the Friends of the Library Board and members
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Monday, December 2212:00—1:00 PMZoom
Christmastime in Paris (Virtual)
French tour guide Patrick Herpe returns to give viewers a live tour of Paris. He'll be walking while ZOOMing with us to show live video of Place Vendôme, the sublime royal square built under Louis XIV and redesigned by Napoleon. The magic of Christmas will be on display, as will the luxury of the neighborhood's palaces and jewelry stores.…Learn More23
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Wednesday, December 24All Closed
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Tuesday, December 301:00—2:00 PMMain Floor- Archives 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 More31
Wednesday, December 3111:00 AM—12:00 PMMain Floor- Archives RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Main Floor- Boardman RoomAmherst Town Library14 Main Street, Amherst, NH, 03031
Noon Year's Eve Countdown Dance Party
10, 9, 8, 7. .. .Let's get a head start and count down to Noon for New Year's Eve! Join us for a special hour of activities, dancing, crafts and of course a countdown to Noon! Wear your party clothes or your jammies, just come have fun with us! Ages 2+