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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:
*Important Announcement*
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. As of September 1, 2024 any accounts with 5-digit or 4-digits will be deleted. To access Online Resources such as Libby and hoopla, you will need the new card.
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The Friends of Exeter Public Library
Visit 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, September 17th @ 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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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.
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Upcoming Events
Alzheimer's Association -
Communicating Effectively
Tuesday, September 17th at 6:00-7:00 PM
Please register through the Alzheimer's Association by contacting Melissa Grenier at mgrenier@alz.org or by contacting the library by phone 603-772-3101 or email: exeterpl.ref@gmail.com
![Communicating Effectively 9-17-24 Exeter Public Library flyer revised PNG.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_3e59c4aa09094fd0809184c16866fb3d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_392,h_507,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/Communicating%20Effectively%209-17-24%20Exeter%20Public%20Library%20flyer%20revised%20PNG.png)
Banned Book Book Club
September 23 at 6 PM
in honor of Banned Book Week
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Mental Health and the Law
with Dr. Edward Rowan
Wednesday, September 18 @ 6 PM
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Historic Lighthouses and Keepers of
New Hampshire and Southern Maine
Presentation by Jeremy D'Entremont
Thursday, September 26 at 6 PM
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Ayurveda-Food as Medicine
The Healing Power of Food
with Marianne Mullin
Thursday, October 3 at 6 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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Fall Craft Fair
Saturday, September 14
10 AM - 3 PM
![Poster shows fall leaves and the wordsFall Craft Fair Saturday, September 14 10 AM - 3 PM Shop local crafters and artists wares. Participate in the Friends of the Library raffle to win special prizes. Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut Street, Exeter NH 03833 603-772-3101.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/48fbf9_9963f018a1d64070b0fbb2b5cdf886e7~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_391,h_391,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/1.png)
Ongoing Programs
NEW Program Pinochle
Every Monday 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Taiwanese MahJongg
Every Monday at 2 PM
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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
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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_305,h_395,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/Stitchers'%20Guild.png)
American MahJongg
Every Wednesday at 1 PM
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Gorem System Bridge
Every Thursday 10 AM - 12 PM
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Evening Knitting Group
Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Cribbage at Exeter Public Library
2nd Saturday of every Month
at 10 AM - 12 PM
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
Art and Poetry Challenge
Hosted by Racial Unity Team
Theme: Belonging- What does it feel like to belong? or not belong
Submit by August 31st
Exeter UFO Festival
August 31 and September 1
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Be a Lifelong Learner!
OLLI at the University of New Hampshire (UNH)
Fall 2024 Term Starts Monday, August 26th!
Visit the Fall 2024 Course Catalog here.​
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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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SPECIAL 2024 OFFERING FOR EXETER AND STRATHAM RESIDENTS ONLY