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![Support EPL This July, Get a Hannaford Bloomin' 4 Good Bouquet](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_02a4d363aff942f2889e33d4968ac3b4~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_271,h_350,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/Hannaford%204%20bloom.png)
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Stay up to date about what's happening at the Exeter Public Library. We will email you updates about upcoming programs and library news. Newsletters are sent out on a weekly basis.
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To sign up, contact the library at exeterpl.ref@gmail.com or phone 603-772-3101. You can also fill out the form below:
Have you updated your library card?
In September 2023 the library started issuing new library cards with a 14-digit barcode. Please come in and update your card. To access Online Resources such as Libby and hoopla, you will need the new card.
Consumer Reports now available online.
Consumer Reports Online provides evidence-based product testing and ratings, rigorous research, hard-hitting investigative journalism, public education, and steadfast policy action on behalf of consumers' interests. We subscribe so you don't have to! Access resource here!
The Friends of Exeter Public Library
Visit this link to The Friends of Exeter Public Library page.
Learn about the wonderful things they do for the library and how you can help!
The next meeting is Tuesday, August 20th @ 6:30 PM in the Children's Room
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We cordially invite the residential retirement community to the Book Talk Service offered at EPL. The staff will deliver & discuss all the books we can't stop talking about! Without leaving home, you can check out and return books while learning about upcoming library programs. If you don't have a library card, we can help with that too. Contact us for more information at 603-772-3101.
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*NEW* Visit the Exeter Seed Library in the Adult Services area of the Library
Patrons can take seeds to start the process of creating a beautiful garden.
Upcoming Events
2024 Adult Summer Reading
U.S. Road Trip
July 1 - August 16
Check out the Summer Reading Page for details
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Poor Howard
Southern Blues and Ragtime
on String Guitar and Harmonica Accompaniment
July 18 @6 PM
Check out the Summer Reading Page for details
![1 male holding a harmonica, 1 male playing string guitar, log of Friends of theExeter Public Library, the words Poor Howard Thursday, July 18 at 6 PM An into to early southern blues and ragtime on 12-string guitar with harmonica accompaniment.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_0b787755e7f94b31bf89c20aa70d7d32~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_100,h_100,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/Southeast_Poor%20Howard.png)
![July 17th - Mr. Aaron Music.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_d53242bd2e6f4cba8aad70d6645c46eb~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_106,h_106,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/July%2017th%20-%20Mr_%20Aaron%20Music.png)
Seacoast Reader's Theater
Saturday, July 20
at 10 AM - 12 PM
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Ongoing Programs
Taiwanese Mah Jongg
Every Monday 2 - 4 PM
American Mah Jongg
Every Wednesday 1-3 PM
All Levels Welcome!
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![Taiwanese Mah Jongg every Monday at 2 PM, American Mah Jongg Every Wednesday at 1 PM, picture of tiles](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_f123d89cd9f54accbc484c6cc31b43bd~mv2.png/v1/crop/x_0,y_0,w_1545,h_998/fill/w_91,h_59,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/2023Mah%20Jongg.png)
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New Bridge on the River Exeter
Every Tuesday 2 PM - 4 PM
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Explore a New Language
Visit the Adult Programs page for more details
![Spanish Table, Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 PM](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_5317fa84e90f449c95229de00a110895~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_94,h_60,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/Spanish%20_edited.jpg)
The Stitcher's Guild
Last Wednesday of every month
5:30 - 7 PM
On Summer Break until further notice
![Picture of embroidery material, wording saysStitchers' Guild is last Wednesday of every month 5:30-7 PM Come and stich with us. Anyproject you have: embroidery, cross-stitch, needlepoint, or just sewing on some butons, sit and swe and laugh!](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_a114f7a976884246af2389f8b7db3311~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_76,h_99,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/Stitchers'%20Guild.png)
Gorem System Bridge
Every Thursday 10 AM - 12 PM
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Evening Knitting Group
Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
![Picture of knitting needles, crochet hook and basket of yarn, Evening Knitting Group, Mondays 6:00-7:30 PM, Exeter Public Library Ground Floor Art Room, All levels welcome!](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_0c38806f918d458684e8d17ccbe9ecd6~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_88,h_61,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/2022%20Evening%20Knitting%20Group-upcoming%20events_edited.jpg)
Cribbage at Exeter Public Library
2nd Saturday of every Month
Saturday, July 13
at 10 AM - 12 PM
Movie Matinee at the Library
every Tuesday at 1 PM
Summer Movie Week begins week of July 1-5
Visit the Movies Scene page for more details.
Let's Talk Tech
Drop-in! Staff will assist you with printing, scanning, emails, and accessing online resources. Also, quick simple tasks such as; setting you up with apps for downloading eBooks and audiobooks. Check out the Tech Help page for helpful tips and other resources. Contact the library if you have other tech questions 603-772-3101.
Artist of the Month
Visit Art Exhibits and Displays for details
Teen Scene Programs and Book Groups
Visit the Teen Scene page for details
Community Connections
Exeter Senior Resource Guide
Exeter's Guide to age-friendly resources to help import the quality of life for all. To view the Guide click here for the online version.
Exeter Area Garden Club
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Mini Grants Program and Application
The Exeter Area Garden Club Mini-Grant program has been established to encourage beautification of our local landscape and communities. It was developed by the Environment & Conservation Committee
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