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July 1. 3 events.Wednesday, July 110:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn More
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation the teens are welcomed to make, eat or take treats in red, white and blue. Ages 10 -18. 
Join us as we read and discuss everything from world-building fantasies to thought provoking science fiction. Whether you have been reading them for years, or are just curious about the genre, this is a group for you!Registration is required so that you can join us virtually.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 110:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Infant Storytime! Registration Required
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 13:00—4:00 PMMeeting Room A
Red, White and Blue Treats - SRP Teens
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation the teens are welcomed to make, eat or take treats in red, white and blue. Ages 10 -18. Wednesday, July 16:30—7:30 PMOnline
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Group (Online)
Join us as we read and discuss everything from world-building fantasies to thought provoking science fiction. Whether you have been reading them for years, or are just curious about the genre, this is a group for you!Registration is required so that you can join us virtually.…Learn MoreJuly 2. 2 events.Thursday, July 210:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreThursday, July 21:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Did you know that the first potato planted in North America was grown right here in Derry? We can't celebrate "Plant a Seed, Read" without a Potato Party! Join us for potato crafts, games, and of course tasty potato based snacks!All Ages. Registration required and will open on June 11th.…Learn More
Thursday, July 210:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Mother Goose on the Loose! Registration Required
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreThursday, July 21:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Potato Party!
Did you know that the first potato planted in North America was grown right here in Derry? We can't celebrate "Plant a Seed, Read" without a Potato Party! Join us for potato crafts, games, and of course tasty potato based snacks!All Ages. Registration required and will open on June 11th.…Learn MoreJuly 3. 1 closure. 0 events.
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July 6. 4 events.Monday, July 610:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreMonday, July 65:00—6:00 PMChildren's Graphic Novel Room
Come and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18Monday, July 65:30—8:00 PMMeeting Room A
Parkinson's Support Group
Please join us for an online discussion of popular books about history! Do you love history? So do we! Join us as we make our way through the pages of the past! Registration is required so that you can join us virtually via Zoom. This group will meet monthly.…Learn More
Monday, July 610:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Preschool Storytime! Registration Required
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreMonday, July 65:00—6:00 PMChildren's Graphic Novel Room
Meeting Room A
Teen Minecraft Club
Come and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18Monday, July 65:30—8:00 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Parkinson's Support Group
Parkinson's Support GroupMonday, July 66:30—7:30 PMOnline
History Book Group (Online)
Please join us for an online discussion of popular books about history! Do you love history? So do we! Join us as we make our way through the pages of the past! Registration is required so that you can join us virtually via Zoom. This group will meet monthly.…Learn MoreJuly 7. 3 events.Tuesday, July 710:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Ms. Eileen for this lively music and dance program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregiver.
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 71:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Let's get together and celebrate America's 250th birthday!We will have a story, songs, crafts and we will be making homemade ice cream!Suggested age 4 - 11Registration requied. Registration opens June 16thIf you register and are unable to come, please cancel or let us know as there may be a waiting list.…Learn More
Calling all adventurous eaters! We’re going all the way back to 1796. During America’s 250th year, we’ll eat like revolutionaries! Join us for an antique potluck dinner from an early American cookbook: American Cookery: or the art of dressing viands, fish, poultry and vegetables.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 710:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Step Into Music! Registration Required
Join Ms. Eileen for this lively music and dance program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregiver.
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 71:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Celebrate Americas 250th
Let's get together and celebrate America's 250th birthday!We will have a story, songs, crafts and we will be making homemade ice cream!Suggested age 4 - 11Registration requied. Registration opens June 16thIf you register and are unable to come, please cancel or let us know as there may be a waiting list.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 76:00—7:00 PMMeeting Room A
Historic Table Dinner Club: American Cookery (1796)
Calling all adventurous eaters! We’re going all the way back to 1796. During America’s 250th year, we’ll eat like revolutionaries! Join us for an antique potluck dinner from an early American cookbook: American Cookery: or the art of dressing viands, fish, poultry and vegetables.…Learn MoreJuly 8. 4 events.
Calling all young families! Join Let's Play Music & Make Art of Derry for an Instrument Petting Zoo at the Derry Public Library for ages 0-3. This is an informal, hands-on workshop that allows kids to explore and play with different instruments.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 86:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a trivia challenge! 
Join us for an online discussion of Independent, Foreign, and Classic films. We will watch the film at home and gather to discuss it! Registration is required so that you can join us virtually via Zoom. We will contact you prior to the event with instructions and a link.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 810:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room B
Let's Play Music - Instrument Petting Zoo
Calling all young families! Join Let's Play Music & Make Art of Derry for an Instrument Petting Zoo at the Derry Public Library for ages 0-3. This is an informal, hands-on workshop that allows kids to explore and play with different instruments.…Learn More
Teen Paint and SipWednesday, July 86:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
America's 250th Trivia Challenge
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a trivia challenge! Wednesday, July 86:30—7:30 PMOnline
Film Group (Online)
Join us for an online discussion of Independent, Foreign, and Classic films. We will watch the film at home and gather to discuss it! Registration is required so that you can join us virtually via Zoom. We will contact you prior to the event with instructions and a link.…Learn MoreJuly 9. 2 events.Thursday, July 910:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreThursday, July 91:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Join us for an exciting and fun comedy magic show with the legendary Mike Bent!All ages. Registration required and will open on June 18th.
Thursday, July 910:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Mother Goose on the Loose! Registration Required
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreThursday, July 91:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Magician Mike Bent!
Join us for an exciting and fun comedy magic show with the legendary Mike Bent!All ages. Registration required and will open on June 18th. July 10. 2 events.Friday, July 1010:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreFriday, July 101:00—1:45 PMMeeting Room A
Our favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn More
Friday, July 1010:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Patio
Family Storytime on the Patio!
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreFriday, July 101:00—1:45 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Stories and Snow-Cones and Crafts with the Girl Scouts! Registration Recommended
Our favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn MoreJuly 11. 0 events.
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July 13 (Today). 5 events. TodayMonday, July 1310:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn More TodayMonday, July 133:00—4:30 PMMeeting Room A
Get ready to have a blast building with Legos with Cody Wells from C3 Brix. Cody is one of the most sought-after custom Lego artists in the country. You'll be sure to have a blast and leave as psyched about Legos as he is!Recommended for Ages 5-15.…Learn MoreCome and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18
Join us to celebrate poetry! Read original pieces or anything you enjoy by others. Or, just come and listen! All ages welcome. Each month will have an unofficial theme for inspiration, but adhering to the theme is not requiredSign-ups for reading will happen at the beginning of the gathering.…Learn More
In honor of his birthday, we are going to talk about celebrated, but still kind of underrated humorist, Albert Brooks. From his biting satires like Real Life and Lost in America to his acting career, this program will be filled with information AND laughs! This program will be presented on Zoom.…Learn More
TodayMonday, July 1310:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Preschool Storytime! Registration Required
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn More TodayMonday, July 133:00—4:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
C3 Brix Lego Building!
Get ready to have a blast building with Legos with Cody Wells from C3 Brix. Cody is one of the most sought-after custom Lego artists in the country. You'll be sure to have a blast and leave as psyched about Legos as he is!Recommended for Ages 5-15.…Learn MoreTodayMonday, July 135:00—6:00 PMMeeting Room A
Teen Minecraft Club
Come and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18TodayMonday, July 136:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Poetry Open Mic
Join us to celebrate poetry! Read original pieces or anything you enjoy by others. Or, just come and listen! All ages welcome. Each month will have an unofficial theme for inspiration, but adhering to the theme is not requiredSign-ups for reading will happen at the beginning of the gathering.…Learn MoreTodayMonday, July 136:30—7:30 PMOnline
Albert Brooks: America's Underrated Humorist (online)
In honor of his birthday, we are going to talk about celebrated, but still kind of underrated humorist, Albert Brooks. From his biting satires like Real Life and Lost in America to his acting career, this program will be filled with information AND laughs! This program will be presented on Zoom.…Learn MoreJuly 14. 3 events.Friends of the Library -- Summer Concert in the Park Book Sale! Come for great books, stay for the free concert in MacGregor park! 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or crafting?
Chatting with fellow makers?
Bring a project to work on and make some new friends. …Learn More
Tuesday, July 146:00—7:30 PMBook Sale Room
Friends of the Library -- Summer Concert in the Park Book Sale!
Friends of the Library -- Summer Concert in the Park Book Sale! Come for great books, stay for the free concert in MacGregor park! 6:00PM - 7:30PMTuesday, July 146:00—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Knitting/Crochet Meet-Up
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or crafting?
Chatting with fellow makers?
Bring a project to work on and make some new friends. …Learn MoreJuly 15. 3 events.Wednesday, July 1510:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn More
Let's make a plant that doesn't wilt and doesn't require water! Please register since the spaces are limited. Ages 10 -18
Join us for a lively book discussion. We read a variety of books and love to talk about them! Registration is required so you can join us virtually. We will contact you prior to the event with instructions and a link. Please contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 1510:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Infant Storytime! Registration Required
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 152:30—3:30 PMMeeting Room A
Teen SRP Beaded Plant
Let's make a plant that doesn't wilt and doesn't require water! Please register since the spaces are limited. Ages 10 -18Wednesday, July 156:30—7:30 PMOnline
Wednesday Book Group (Online)
Join us for a lively book discussion. We read a variety of books and love to talk about them! Registration is required so you can join us virtually. We will contact you prior to the event with instructions and a link. Please contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl.…Learn MoreJuly 16. 1 event.Thursday, July 162:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room A
Calling all Dinosaur Detectives! Join our friends from the Children's Museum of NH for an awesome event where the children will learn basics about paleontology, see some of the Museum’s fossil and replica collection, and create a mini dinosaur diorama to take home!For ages 4-12.…Learn More
Thursday, July 162:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Dinosaur Detectives! With the Children's Museum of NH!
Calling all Dinosaur Detectives! Join our friends from the Children's Museum of NH for an awesome event where the children will learn basics about paleontology, see some of the Museum’s fossil and replica collection, and create a mini dinosaur diorama to take home!For ages 4-12.…Learn MoreJuly 17. 4 events.Friday, July 1710:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn More
Join us at The Derry Public Library lower-level meeting room with your children ages 0-6 to connect with other families, make a child-friendly craft, enjoy snacks, stories, and useful parenting tips and resources followed by an interactive playtime.
FREE! Drop-ins are welcome.…Learn MoreOur favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn More
Join us for an in-person book discussion. We read a variety of books and love to talk about them! Registration is not required. Contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl. org) for more information.
Friday, July 1710:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Patio
Family Storytime on the Patio!
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreFriday, July 1710:45 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room A
CONNECT at the Derry Public Library!
Join us at The Derry Public Library lower-level meeting room with your children ages 0-6 to connect with other families, make a child-friendly craft, enjoy snacks, stories, and useful parenting tips and resources followed by an interactive playtime.
FREE! Drop-ins are welcome.…Learn MoreFriday, July 171:00—1:45 PMMeeting Room A
Stories and Snow-Cones and Crafts with the Girl Scouts! Registration Recommended
Our favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn MoreFriday, July 171:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room B
Friday Afternoon Book Group
Join us for an in-person book discussion. We read a variety of books and love to talk about them! Registration is not required. Contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl. org) for more information.July 18. 0 events.
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July 20. 3 events.Monday, July 2010:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreCome and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18
Derry Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, July 2010:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Preschool Storytime! Registration Required
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreMonday, July 205:00—6:00 PMMeeting Room A
Teen Minecraft Club
Come and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18Monday, July 206:30—8:00 PMMeeting Room A
Board of Trustees Meeting
Derry Public Library Board of Trustees MeetingJuly 21. 5 events.Tuesday, July 2110:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Ms. Eileen for this lively music and dance program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregiver.
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn More
We're celebrating Plant a Seed, Read by heading down the road to J and F Farms! Join us for fun stories, songs, crafts, and a snack near their summer farmstand at 122 Chester Road, Derry, NH. All Ages. Registration required and will open on June 30th.…Learn More
Celebrate the season with a fun and creative evening at the library! Join us as we make festive red, white, and blue rag wreaths perfect for decorating your home for Independence Day. No crafting experience is needed—all materials will be provided, and participants will be guided step-by-step in creating a handmade wreath to take home.…Learn MoreTuesday Evening TourIn celebration of America’s 250th, the Revolutionary Derry tour will highlight local history and the fight for independence. Join TJ Cullinane (Derry Heritage Commission) and Erin Moulton (Derry Public Library) for tales of tragedy and triumph centering on Derry’s revolutionary war soldiers and their families.…Learn More
Join us for an in-person book discussion. We read a variety of books and love to talk about them!Registration is not required. Books will be available to borrow. Contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl. org) for more information.
Tuesday, July 2110:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Step Into Music! Registration Required
Join Ms. Eileen for this lively music and dance program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregiver.
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 211:30—2:30 PMJ&F Farms122 Chester Road, Derry, NH, 03038
Stories and Songs at J and F Farm!
We're celebrating Plant a Seed, Read by heading down the road to J and F Farms! Join us for fun stories, songs, crafts, and a snack near their summer farmstand at 122 Chester Road, Derry, NH. All Ages. Registration required and will open on June 30th.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 216:00—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
America's 250th Adult Craft Night - Patriotic Rag Wreaths
Celebrate the season with a fun and creative evening at the library! Join us as we make festive red, white, and blue rag wreaths perfect for decorating your home for Independence Day. No crafting experience is needed—all materials will be provided, and participants will be guided step-by-step in creating a handmade wreath to take home.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 216:00—7:00 PMCemeterySee program description for address
Forest Hill Cemetery Tour: Revolutionary Derry
Tuesday Evening TourIn celebration of America’s 250th, the Revolutionary Derry tour will highlight local history and the fight for independence. Join TJ Cullinane (Derry Heritage Commission) and Erin Moulton (Derry Public Library) for tales of tragedy and triumph centering on Derry’s revolutionary war soldiers and their families.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 216:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room B
Monday Book Group
Join us for an in-person book discussion. We read a variety of books and love to talk about them!Registration is not required. Books will be available to borrow. Contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl. org) for more information.July 22. 4 events.Wednesday, July 2210:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn More
Meeting to discuss, quiz and make art about The Moth Keeper. There will be snacks! Ages 10 -18
Join us for a lively discussion. We read a variety of nonfiction books and love to talk about them! Meetings will be held at 6:30 pm in Meeting Room B. Please contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl. org) if you have any questions. Contact the library to inquire about borrowing the book for each meeting.Wednesday, July 226:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Celebrate our 250th by indulging your sweet tooth! We'll have a variety of candies, all red, white, or blue. ANd at the end, you can vote for your favorite.
Wednesday, July 2210:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Infant Storytime! Registration Required
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 2211:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room A
Teen Summer Graphic Novel Society
Meeting to discuss, quiz and make art about The Moth Keeper. There will be snacks! Ages 10 -18Wednesday, July 226:30—7:30 PMNew Hampshire Room
Nonfiction Book Group
Join us for a lively discussion. We read a variety of nonfiction books and love to talk about them! Meetings will be held at 6:30 pm in Meeting Room B. Please contact Jessica (jessicad@derrypl. org) if you have any questions. Contact the library to inquire about borrowing the book for each meeting.Wednesday, July 226:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Red, White, and Blue Candy Taste Test
Celebrate our 250th by indulging your sweet tooth! We'll have a variety of candies, all red, white, or blue. ANd at the end, you can vote for your favorite. July 23. 2 events.Thursday, July 2310:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn More
Campfire Stories at Taylor Library!
Head up the road to the Taylor Library for our annual tradition of stories, songs, and s’mores by the campfire with Mr. Ray!
All ages with caregiver. Registration required and will open on July 2nd. Please note: This event will be held at the Taylor Library, 49 East Derry Road, Derry, NH.…Learn More
Thursday, July 2310:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Mother Goose on the Loose! Registration Required
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreThursday, July 236:00—6:45 PMTaylor Library49 E Derry Rd. , Derry, NH, 03041
Campfire Stories at the Taylor Library!
Campfire Stories at Taylor Library!
Head up the road to the Taylor Library for our annual tradition of stories, songs, and s’mores by the campfire with Mr. Ray!
All ages with caregiver. Registration required and will open on July 2nd. Please note: This event will be held at the Taylor Library, 49 East Derry Road, Derry, NH.…Learn MoreJuly 24. 2 events.Friday, July 2410:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreFriday, July 241:00—1:45 PMMeeting Room A
Our favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn More
Friday, July 2410:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Patio
Family Storytime on the Patio!
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreFriday, July 241:00—1:45 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Stories and Snow-Cones and Crafts with the Girl Scouts! Registration Recommended
Our favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn MoreJuly 25. 3 events.Saturday Morning TourIn celebration of America’s 250th, the Revolutionary Derry tour will highlight local history and the fight for independence. Join TJ Cullinane (Derry Heritage Commission) and Erin Moulton (Derry Public Library) for tales of tragedy and triumph centering on Derry’s revolutionary war soldiers and their families.…Learn MoreSaturday, July 2512:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room A
WKG will meet to discuss a book, work on some crafts, and or do a puzzle together.Saturday Evening TourIn celebration of America’s 250th, the Revolutionary Derry tour will highlight local history and the fight for independence. Join TJ Cullinane (Derry Heritage Commission) and Erin Moulton (Derry Public Library) for tales of tragedy and triumph centering on Derry’s revolutionary war soldiers and their families.…Learn More
Saturday, July 2510:00—11:00 AMCemeterySee program description for address
Forest Hill Cemetery Tour: Revolutionary Derry
Saturday Morning TourIn celebration of America’s 250th, the Revolutionary Derry tour will highlight local history and the fight for independence. Join TJ Cullinane (Derry Heritage Commission) and Erin Moulton (Derry Public Library) for tales of tragedy and triumph centering on Derry’s revolutionary war soldiers and their families.…Learn MoreSaturday, July 2512:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
WKG Meeting
WKG will meet to discuss a book, work on some crafts, and or do a puzzle together.Saturday, July 254:00—5:00 PMCemeterySee program description for address
Forest Hill Cemetery Tour: Revolutionary Derry
Saturday Evening TourIn celebration of America’s 250th, the Revolutionary Derry tour will highlight local history and the fight for independence. Join TJ Cullinane (Derry Heritage Commission) and Erin Moulton (Derry Public Library) for tales of tragedy and triumph centering on Derry’s revolutionary war soldiers and their families.…Learn MoreJuly 26. 0 events.
July 27. 4 events.Monday, July 2710:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn More
Cozy mysteries, also referred to as "cosy mysteries" or "cozies", are a sub-genre of crime fiction in which sex and violence occur offstage, the detective is an amateur sleuth, and the crime and detection take place in a small, socially-intimate community.…Learn MoreCome and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18
Comics aren't just for kids! We're starting a new book group, just for graphic novels! We'll read classics of the medium, new books that are making a splash, and works from a variety of genres. Meeting will be held on the last Monday of every month.…Learn More
Monday, July 2710:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Preschool Storytime! Registration Required
Story program for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
Lively time of sharing books, songs, puppets, early literacy, and a pre-school craft.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreMonday, July 272:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room A
Cozy Cups and Murder Book Club
Cozy mysteries, also referred to as "cosy mysteries" or "cozies", are a sub-genre of crime fiction in which sex and violence occur offstage, the detective is an amateur sleuth, and the crime and detection take place in a small, socially-intimate community.…Learn MoreMonday, July 275:00—6:00 PMMeeting Room A
Teen Minecraft Club
Come and play minecraft with other fans of the game. This is a series that goes for 4 weeks. Please register as the spots are limited. Ages 10-18Monday, July 276:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Adult Graphic Novel Book Club
Comics aren't just for kids! We're starting a new book group, just for graphic novels! We'll read classics of the medium, new books that are making a splash, and works from a variety of genres. Meeting will be held on the last Monday of every month.…Learn MoreJuly 28. 4 events.Tuesday, July 2810:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Ms. Eileen for this lively music and dance program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregiver.
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 281:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Get ready for some garden fresh fun at Pizza Club! We are going to do it all--taste test two pizzas from local pizza places and pick our favorite, read "Pizza Day" by Melissa Iwai, and make and try our own pizza!Recommended for ages 4-11. Registration required and will open on July 7th.
Ever wanted to make your own game? Join Ms. Octavia for a crash course in game design, perfect for a lead-up to the DPL Game Jam August 8th! In this very brief course, we'll cover the basics of designing experiences, playtesting and iteration, and balancing.…Learn MoreDo you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or crafting?
Chatting with fellow makers?
Bring a project to work on and make some new friends. …Learn More
Tuesday, July 2810:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Step Into Music! Registration Required
Join Ms. Eileen for this lively music and dance program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregiver.
Celebrate early childhood with songs, stories, games, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 281:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Pizza Club!
Get ready for some garden fresh fun at Pizza Club! We are going to do it all--taste test two pizzas from local pizza places and pick our favorite, read "Pizza Day" by Melissa Iwai, and make and try our own pizza!Recommended for ages 4-11. Registration required and will open on July 7th.Tuesday, July 285:00—6:00 PMMeeting Room B
Introduction to Game Design
Ever wanted to make your own game? Join Ms. Octavia for a crash course in game design, perfect for a lead-up to the DPL Game Jam August 8th! In this very brief course, we'll cover the basics of designing experiences, playtesting and iteration, and balancing.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 286:00—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Knitting/Crochet Meet-Up
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or crafting?
Chatting with fellow makers?
Bring a project to work on and make some new friends. …Learn MoreJuly 29. 3 events.Wednesday, July 2910:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn More
Let's beat the heat by making a no bake treat! Ages 10- 18Wednesday, July 296:00—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Summer is here and everyone is looking for something to read- come find it at Bingo for Books! For every Bingo, the winner gets to choose from an assortment of books. We will play until the time is up, or until all of the books are gone. 50…Learn More
Wednesday, July 2910:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Infant Storytime! Registration Required
All infants and their caregivers are welcome at this lapsit storytime for babies (birth through 18 months).
Learn fingerplays, songs, and nursery rhymes to share with your baby as she/he sits in your lap. Connect with other parents and caregivers.
Registration is required for each storytime.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 2911:30 AM—12:30 PMMeeting Room A
Teen SRP No Bake Basics
Let's beat the heat by making a no bake treat! Ages 10- 18Wednesday, July 296:00—7:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Bingo for Books FOR ADULTS
Summer is here and everyone is looking for something to read- come find it at Bingo for Books! For every Bingo, the winner gets to choose from an assortment of books. We will play until the time is up, or until all of the books are gone. 50…Learn MoreJuly 30. 2 events.Thursday, July 3010:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreThursday, July 301:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Join us for a fairy and nature-inspired children’s program! Young makers will craft magical fairy doors, whimsical wands, and secret scrolls using natural materials and creative touches inspired by the woodland world. Perfect for imaginative adventurers who love fairies, forests, and hands-on fun!Registration is required and will open on July 9th.
Thursday, July 3010:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Mother Goose on the Loose! Registration Required
Join Ms. Eileen for this exciting toddler storytime for children 12 to 36 months and their caregivers.
This storytime engages young children using music, finger plays, props, and movement.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreThursday, July 301:30—2:30 PMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Fairy Fun
Join us for a fairy and nature-inspired children’s program! Young makers will craft magical fairy doors, whimsical wands, and secret scrolls using natural materials and creative touches inspired by the woodland world. Perfect for imaginative adventurers who love fairies, forests, and hands-on fun!Registration is required and will open on July 9th.July 31. 2 events.Friday, July 3110:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreOur favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn More
Friday, July 3110:00—10:45 AMMeeting Room A
Meeting Room B
Patio
Family Storytime on the Patio!
Join Mr. Ray for an all ages family storytime featuring fun stories and songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be outside on the patio, otherwise we will meet in the Meeting Room.
Registration is required for each storytime. Registrations will open 2 weeks before each individual storytime.…Learn MoreFriday, July 311:00—1:45 PMMeeting Room A
Stories and Snow-Cones and Crafts with the Girl Scouts! Registration Recommended
Our favorite summer pastime is back ! Join us for some fun stories followed by everyone's favorite summer treat--Snow-Cones! We will also be visited by a leader from the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains on July 17th, July 24th, and August 7th who will lead us in some fun crafts!All Ages.…Learn MoreEmpty date from adjacent month.