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Monday, October 110:00 AM—11:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Family Place Workshop
Spend time together, play, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on child development during this enjoyable five-week workshop series. For caregivers and children one to four years old. Topics include early literacy, child development, speech, hearing and language, nutrition, and music, play and health.…Learn MoreMonday, October 11:30—2:15 PMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3-5 are invited to attend this program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, and puppets. Crafts and films are also offered several times each session. No sign-up required.Monday, October 16:00—7:00 PMLearning CenterDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Teen Advisory Board
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 6pm (excluding the months of July & August)What is the TAB? It is a group of 7 -12 graders who are interested in shaping the library’s programs and services aimed at middle and high-school students.…Learn More
Monday, October 16:00—8:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Adult Knitting Group
Knitting Group Our Adult Knitting Group meets the 2nd Monday of each month in the Trustees Room. This group is open to anyone who has a love for knitting and crocheting. All levels are welcome no instructions provided! Please bring your precious works-in-progress and any finished objects you would like to show off to the group.
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Tuesday, October 210:00—10:45 AMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3-5 are invited to attend this program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, and puppets. Crafts and films are also offered several times each session. No sign-up required.3
Wednesday, October 310:00—10:45 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Family Storytime
Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to join us for a family storytime. Books, songs, rhymes, games and activities are all part of the fun. Wednesday, October 32:00—3:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Financial Workshop Series : Foundations of Investing
Join experienced financial advisor, Brian Sliney of Edward Jones for a series of workshops on financial planning. The first week will be focused on the Foundations of Investing. Brian will have a presentation, but also is flexible enough to move into topics of interest of those present too.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 36:30—8:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
The Great American Read viewing party: Villains and Monsters
The Great American Read continues this fall. This is a TV series on PBS that is seeking Americans’ favorite book, based on the list of 100 books revealed in May. Join us in the Trustees Room to watch and discuss episodes of the show on Wednesdays from September 19 to October 17 from 6:30-8pm.…Learn More4
Thursday, October 410:00—11:00 AMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Morning Book Group
Monthly meeting of the Morning Book group on the first Thursday of the month at 10am. This month we'll be discussing "The Nest" by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney. All are welcome! To see future Book Group reads visit our pinterest page. https://www. pinterest.…Learn MoreThursday, October 410:00—10:45 AMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Toddler Storytime
Toddlers and their parents or caregivers are invited to attend a 45 minute program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, puppets, and crafts. These storytimes are intended for toddler and parent/caregiver to share one-on-one. Sign-up is not required.5
Friday, October 510:00—10:30 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Mother Goose on the Loose
Parents/caregivers are invited to join us with their babies for a 1/2 hour early learning program specifically designed for children from birth to 24 months. Mother Goose on the Loose uses books, rhymes, songs, musical instruments, finger plays, flannel board characters, puppets and other props to help parents/caregivers develop the child’s early literacy skills in a fun and joyful environment.6
Saturday, October 6Closed
Dover Public Library
Saturday, October 6All DayDover Public LibraryDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Library Closed this Saturday
The regular library on Locust Street will be CLOSED on Saturday, October 6 because the library staff will be at our pop-up library booth at Apple Harvest Day! Look for us on Henry Law Avenue, near the Rotary Pavilion. We're raffling off a bright red Kindle…Learn More
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Sunday, October 72:00—4:45 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Classic Cinema Sunday: A Star is Born (1954)
Join us for a trip down memory lane as we re-watch our favorite oldies but goodies. Classic Cinema Sundays are every Sunday at 2 PM in the Lecture Hall. This week's movie is A Star is Born (1954) starring Judy Garland, and James Mason. Not rated. 2h 34min.…Learn More8
Monday, October 8Closed
Dover Public Library
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Tuesday, October 910:00—10:45 AMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3-5 are invited to attend this program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, and puppets. Crafts and films are also offered several times each session. No sign-up required.Tuesday, October 96:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Best-selling author Linnea Hartsuyker
Join us on Tuesday, October 9 at 6:30pm for a presentation by Harper Collins best-selling author and new Dover resident Linnea Hartsuyker. Linnea has published two novels of a planned trilogy of Nordic mythology themed fantasy called "Half-Drowned King" and "Sea Queen.…Learn More10
Wednesday, October 1010:00—10:45 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Meet Toto the Tornado Kitten
Meet Toto and his owner Jonathan Hall and hear the story of how he survived the tornado that devastated western Massachusetts in June of 2011. Hall's book, Toto the Tornado Kitten will be for sale with all proceeds going to animal rescue groups. We will also be collecting items for the Cocheco Valley Humane Society in Dover.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 102:00—3:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Financial Workshop Series : Retirement by Design
Join experienced financial advisor, Brian Sliney of Edward Jones for a series of workshops on financial planning. The second week will be focused on Retirement by Design. Brian will have a presentation, but also is flexible enough to move into topics of interest of those present too.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 106:30—8:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Second Wednesday Movie: Eighth Grade
Join us for a showing of a newly released movie rated PG-13 or R on DVD every second Wednesday of most months of the year at the Dover Public Library. October's film will be Eighth Grade. It takes a look at its titular time period that offers a rare and resounding ring of truth while heralding breakthroughs for writer-director Bo Burnham and captivating star Elsie Fisher.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 106:30—8:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
The Great American Read viewing party: What We Do For Love
The Great American Read continues this fall. This is a TV series on PBS that is seeking Americans’ favorite book, based on the list of 100 books revealed in May. Join us in the Trustees Room to watch and discuss episodes of the show on Wednesdays from September 19 to October 17 from 6:30-8pm.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 106:30—8:15 PMComputer RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
PowerPoint Part 2
The class completes the class from September 24. We will cover transitions, animations, reviewing and timing, presenter's view, slide show, and printing slides.11
Thursday, October 1110:00—10:45 AMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Toddler Storytime
Toddlers and their parents or caregivers are invited to attend a 45 minute program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, puppets, and crafts. These storytimes are intended for toddler and parent/caregiver to share one-on-one. Sign-up is not required.12
Friday, October 1210:00—10:30 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Mother Goose on the Loose
Parents/caregivers are invited to join us with their babies for a 1/2 hour early learning program specifically designed for children from birth to 24 months. Mother Goose on the Loose uses books, rhymes, songs, musical instruments, finger plays, flannel board characters, puppets and other props to help parents/caregivers develop the child’s early literacy skills in a fun and joyful environment.13
Saturday, October 139:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Lego Saturday
Imagine, create and build with Legos and/or Duplos. Drop-in anytime between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to meet old friends and make new ones as you work on building challenges.Saturday, October 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Nocturnal Animals
The Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick, ME will introduce us to some creatures of the night. How does a bat find thousands of tiny mosquitoes in the dark? Why would a bear choose to lumber around at night? How does a porcupine defend himself against a predator? Using live animals and hands-on materials the educator will answer these questions and find out how nocturnal mammals utilize all of their senses to find food and shelter at night.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 132:00—4:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Saturday Matinee: Solo
Join us for a FREE showing of Solo: A Star Wars Story on Saturday, October 13th at 2pm in the Library Lecture Hall.14
Sunday, October 142:00—3:15 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Classic Cinema Sunday: The Invisible Man (1933)
Join us for a trip down memory lane as we re-watch our favorite oldies but goodies. Classic Cinema Sundays are every Sunday at 2 PM in the Lecture Hall. This week's movie is The Invisible Man (1933) starring Claude Rains, Gloria Stuart, and William Harrigan.…Learn More15
Monday, October 151:30—2:15 PMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3-5 are invited to attend this program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, and puppets. Crafts and films are also offered several times each session. No sign-up required.Monday, October 156:30—7:30 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Evening Book Group
Join us on Monday, October 15 to discuss The Muse by Jesse Burton. Copies of the book are available at the Library. All are welcome!Monday, October 156:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Green Burial Presentation
You’ve recycled everything from cans to glass to cardboard. You’ve saved for that once-in-a- lifetime vacation, for the kids’ college education, for retirement. Why would you want your family to spend over $10K on a funeral that uses toxic chemicals, rainforest woods, concrete or plastic?Find out how you can continue to care for the planet and save money by planning a home funeral and green burial.…Learn More16
Tuesday, October 1610:00—10:45 AMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Preschool Storytime
Children ages 3-5 are invited to attend this program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, and puppets. Crafts and films are also offered several times each session. No sign-up required.Tuesday, October 167:00—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
The Friends of the Library Cultural Event: How Sweet It Is….The exciting life of the Honey Bee
How Sweet It Is…. The exciting life of the Honey BeeBeekeeper Wendy Booth will share her passion for Honey Bees. We will learn and laugh as you are amazed by these tiny insects that produce a delicious sweet syrup. Come hear about the division of labor, all that goes into the making of honey, Her Royal Highness the Queen, workers and drones.…Learn More17
Wednesday, October 1710:00—10:45 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Family Storytime
Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to join us for a family storytime. Books, songs, rhymes, games and activities are all part of the fun. Wednesday, October 172:00—3:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Financial Workshop Series : Retirement - Making Your Money Last
Join experienced financial advisor, Brian Sliney of Edward Jones for a series of workshops on financial planning. The third week will be focused on Retirement, Making Your Money Last. Brian will have a presentation, but also is flexible enough to move into topics of interest of those present too.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 174:00—5:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Monster Mash Escape Room
Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to join us as we try to escape from Igor's Dance Dungeon before all of the monsters come back from lunch!Registration is limited to 15 children.Wednesday, October 176:00—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Monthly Game Night
Join us for monthly game night every Third Wednesday of the month. We provide the games and snacks; you bring the fun, yourselves! The program is free and open to the public. We are always in need of volunteers to help on game night. Please call the Library at 603-516-6050 or email Susan at s.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 176:30—8:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
The Great American Read viewing party: Other Worlds
The Great American Read continues this fall. This is a TV series on PBS that is seeking Americans’ favorite book, based on the list of 100 books revealed in May. Join us in the Trustees Room to watch and discuss episodes of the show on Wednesdays from September 19 to October 17 from 6:30-8pm.…Learn More18
Thursday, October 1810:00—10:45 AMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Toddler Storytime
Toddlers and their parents or caregivers are invited to attend a 45 minute program which includes stories, fingerplays, songs, puppets, and crafts. These storytimes are intended for toddler and parent/caregiver to share one-on-one. Sign-up is not required.19
Friday, October 1910:00—10:30 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Mother Goose on the Loose
Parents/caregivers are invited to join us with their babies for a 1/2 hour early learning program specifically designed for children from birth to 24 months. Mother Goose on the Loose uses books, rhymes, songs, musical instruments, finger plays, flannel board characters, puppets and other props to help parents/caregivers develop the child’s early literacy skills in a fun and joyful environment.Friday, October 1911:00—11:30 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Adult and Toddler Yoga
Adults with toddlers are invited to try out this fun introductory yoga class. Learn some basic poses to share with your child. No experience necessary.20
Saturday, October 209:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Lego Saturday
Imagine, create and build with Legos and/or Duplos. Drop-in anytime between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to meet old friends and make new ones as you work on building challenges.Saturday, October 2010:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Paws for Reading
Murphy, a certified therapy dog, and her handler, Karen, will be in the children's room from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Drop in and read her your favorite story. She is a great listener which is very encouraging for young readers.Saturday, October 202:00—4:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Saturday Matinee: Ant-Man & the Wasp
Join us for a FREE showing of Ant-Man & the Wasp on Saturday, October 20th at 2pm in the Library Lecture Hall.21
Sunday, October 212:00—3:15 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Classic Cinema Sunday: Dracula's Daughter (1936)
**THIS MOVIE WILL BE HELD IN THE TRUSTEES ROOM**Join us for a trip down memory lane as we re-watch our favorite oldies but goodies. Classic Cinema Sundays are every Sunday at 2 PM in the Lecture Hall. This week's movie is Dracula's Daughter (1936) starring Otto Kruger, Gloria Holden, and Marguerite Churchill.…Learn More22
Monday, October 226:30—8:30 PMComputer RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Introduction to Excel
Excel is a powerful spreadsheet program. Learn how to get started with this class. You will learn how to enter data into Excel manually, how to format your data, simple formulas, how to sort and process your data, and how to use . csv files to import and export your data.…Learn More23
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Wednesday, October 242:00—3:00 PMLearning CenterDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Trustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Financial Workshop Series : Rules of the Road
Join experienced financial advisor, Brian Sliney of Edward Jones for a series of workshops on financial planning. The final week will be focused on filling in gaps and answering questions. Brian will have a presentation, but also is flexible enough to move into topics of interest of those present too.…Learn More25
Thursday, October 253:00—4:30 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Halloween Slime
Children in grades 1 and up are invited to make and take Halloween slime!…Learn More26
Friday, October 26All DayLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Booksale
Friends of the Library Annual Booksale begins October 26Doors open at 9am on Friday, October 26 for the Friends of the Library’s annual, two-week-long, gigantic fall booksale at the Dover Public Library. Only library cardholders will be able to purchase items on the first day of the sale so be sure to bring your Dover borrower’s card with you on the 26th! The sale opens to non-cardholders and the general public at 9am on Saturday, October 27.…Learn MoreFriday, October 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Halloween Dance Party
Wear your costume and join us for a Halloween Dance Party in the children's room! Craft and snack included.27
Friday, October 26All DayLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Booksale
Friends of the Library Annual Booksale begins October 26Doors open at 9am on Friday, October 26 for the Friends of the Library’s annual, two-week-long, gigantic fall booksale at the Dover Public Library. Only library cardholders will be able to purchase items on the first day of the sale so be sure to bring your Dover borrower’s card with you on the 26th! The sale opens to non-cardholders and the general public at 9am on Saturday, October 27.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 279:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Lego Saturday
Imagine, create and build with Legos and/or Duplos. Drop-in anytime between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to meet old friends and make new ones as you work on building challenges.Saturday, October 2711:00 AM—2:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Downtown Dover Trick or Treat
The library will be participating in the Dover Main Street Halloween festivities. Stop in the children’s room anytime between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm on Saturday October 27 for a treat.…Learn More28
Friday, October 26All DayLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Booksale
Friends of the Library Annual Booksale begins October 26Doors open at 9am on Friday, October 26 for the Friends of the Library’s annual, two-week-long, gigantic fall booksale at the Dover Public Library. Only library cardholders will be able to purchase items on the first day of the sale so be sure to bring your Dover borrower’s card with you on the 26th! The sale opens to non-cardholders and the general public at 9am on Saturday, October 27.…Learn More29
Friday, October 26All DayLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Booksale
Friends of the Library Annual Booksale begins October 26Doors open at 9am on Friday, October 26 for the Friends of the Library’s annual, two-week-long, gigantic fall booksale at the Dover Public Library. Only library cardholders will be able to purchase items on the first day of the sale so be sure to bring your Dover borrower’s card with you on the 26th! The sale opens to non-cardholders and the general public at 9am on Saturday, October 27.…Learn MoreMonday, October 296:30—8:30 PMComputer RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Intermediate Excel
Take your Excel skills to the next level. Learn about conditional, text, date and numeric functions. Learn how to create charts and graphs, and how to make them look the way you want. Create formulas that refer to values on other worksheets.…Learn More
Monday, October 296:30—7:30 PMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Escape Room: Curse of the Witch
Join us on Monday, October 29th at 6:30pm for a Dover Public Library Halloween themed Escape Room: Curse of the Witch! Kids in grades 6 and up are invited, but registration is required and spaces are limited so visit the library web site at library.…Learn More30
Friday, October 26All DayLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Booksale
Friends of the Library Annual Booksale begins October 26Doors open at 9am on Friday, October 26 for the Friends of the Library’s annual, two-week-long, gigantic fall booksale at the Dover Public Library. Only library cardholders will be able to purchase items on the first day of the sale so be sure to bring your Dover borrower’s card with you on the 26th! The sale opens to non-cardholders and the general public at 9am on Saturday, October 27.…Learn More31
Friday, October 26All DayLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Booksale
Friends of the Library Annual Booksale begins October 26Doors open at 9am on Friday, October 26 for the Friends of the Library’s annual, two-week-long, gigantic fall booksale at the Dover Public Library. Only library cardholders will be able to purchase items on the first day of the sale so be sure to bring your Dover borrower’s card with you on the 26th! The sale opens to non-cardholders and the general public at 9am on Saturday, October 27.…Learn More