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Haunted Lighthouses of New England

September 20th, 2021 · No Comments · City Library, Events, Main Branch, West Branch

Lighthouses are picturesque icons that remind us of our rich maritime history, but they also have a “dark side.” Lighthouses and ghost stories often seem to go hand in hand, as confirmed by the many horror stories and movies that have utilized lighthouses as their settings.

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DIY Pumpkin Scented Candles

September 14th, 2021 · No Comments · Adult Take & Make Crafts, City Library, Events, Main Branch

Usher in fall to your home with these fun, easy, pumpkin scented candles! This little craft is simple to make and a great way to decorate your home. Made with soy wax, essential oils, and real mini pumpkins, it’s eco-friendly and vegan, too! These fragrant kits will be available for pickup starting September 14, 2021. […]

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Beyond the First Dance

September 2nd, 2021 · No Comments · City Library, Events, Main Branch

In Beyond the First Dance, Susan McKeown encourages couples to look closely at the habits they establish in the early years of their relationship.

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DIY Pumpkin Scented Candles

August 31st, 2021 · No Comments · Adult Take & Make Crafts, City Library, Events, Main Branch

This little craft is simple to make and a great way to decorate your home. Made with soy wax, essential oils, and real mini pumpkins, it’s eco-friendly and vegan, too!

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Labor Day Weekend

August 30th, 2021 · No Comments · City Library, Events, Holidays, Library Hours, Main Branch

The library trustees and staff wish you all a safe and happy holiday weekend.

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Spark Joy Webinar

August 26th, 2021 · Comments Off on Spark Joy Webinar · City Library, Events, Main Branch

In this inspiring virtual presentation, you’ll learn what it means to lead a life that Sparks Joy. Shannon Honeycutt will share the KonMari philosophy and principles needed to tidy once and for all.

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A system upgrade – catalogs temporarily unavailable Thursday August 26th

August 24th, 2021 · Comments Off on A system upgrade – catalogs temporarily unavailable Thursday August 26th · Books, City Library, Events, Library Hours, Main Branch, News, Technology

On Thursday, August 26th, our public catalog will be down for a system upgrade. Access to eBooks, music, movies and access to our electronic resources (databases) will likewise be unavailable.

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New Hampshire Cemeteries and Gravestones

August 17th, 2021 · Comments Off on New Hampshire Cemeteries and Gravestones · City Library, Events, Main Branch

Rubbings, photographs, and slides illustrate the rich variety of gravestones to be found in our own neighborhoods, but they also tell long-forgotten stories of such historical events as the Great Awakening, the Throat Distemper epidemic, and the American Revolution.

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Historic Photo Challenge Answers

August 16th, 2021 · Comments Off on Historic Photo Challenge Answers · City Library, Events, Main Branch, NH Room

Here are the answers to out recent Historic Photo Challenge.

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Senior Storytelling

August 11th, 2021 · Comments Off on Senior Storytelling · City Library, Events, Main Branch

This fall, seniors 60+ are welcomed by Dr. Ed Mahoney, D.Min., LPP, to join a conversational group at the West Library on Mondays, September 13, 27, and October 28 at 1:30 PM. Virtual attendance is optional!

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