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Thursday, August 16:00—7:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Trapped in the Upside Down: A Stranger Things TEEN Escape Room
As a member of the Hawkins MS AV club, you are distraught to hear that your friend Will has gone missing. You and the remaining members of the party find yourselves in the principal’s office, where you discover a police file along with a strange locked box that you realize contains the mysterious portal between you and Will.…Learn MoreThursday, August 17:00—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Trapped in the Upside Down: A Stranger Things TEEN Escape Room
As a member of the Hawkins MS AV club, you are distraught to hear that your friend Will has gone missing. You and the remaining members of the party find yourselves in the principal’s office, where you discover a police file along with a strange locked box that you realize contains the mysterious portal between you and Will.…Learn More2
Friday, August 21:00—2:15 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Discussion Group
Interested in reading classic works of literature and improving your listening, reading, and communication skills at the same time? If so, then consider participating in a discussion group project based on great works themed around the topic of friendship.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 39:00 AM—1:00 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, August 311:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Strange Things Among Us
Kids are invited to join artist Ryan Higgins for a creative art program. Using fun photos from nature as inspiration, learn how to invent and draw your own out-of-this-world alien, monster, or mythical creature.…Learn More4
Sunday, August 4Closed
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Monday, August 52:00—4:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Monday Movies
Join us this summer for Monday Movies at 2pm in our newly air-conditioned Lecture Hall. Monday, June 24: Zathura: A Space Adventure, rate PG. Adventure/Comedy, 1 hr. 41 min. Monday, July 1: E. T. the Extra Terrestrial, rated PG. Family/Sci-fi, 1 hr.…Learn More6
Tuesday, August 66:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Local history author Terry Nelson
NE Seacoast history written by Dover author.7
Wednesday, August 711:00—11:30 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Family 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.8
Thursday, August 86:00—8:00 PMDover Public LibraryDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Trustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Dungeons & Dragons
Drop in and play Dungeons & Dragons at the library with Dungeon Master Aidan Bolduc! The group will meet twice a month. There is no commitment to attend all meetings and the first few will be one-session games ranging from dungeon crawls to high sea misadventures before starting a full campaign in the fall.…Learn MoreThursday, August 86:00—8:00 PMReference Room/Display GalleryDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Artist reception for Debbie Mueller
August's artist of the month Debbie Mueller will hold an artist's reception at the library on Thursday, August 8 from 6-8PM. The public is welcome to attend, in the Reference Room.9
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Saturday, August 109:00 AM—1:00 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.11
Sunday, August 11Closed
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Monday, August 122:00—4:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Monday Movies
Join us this summer for Monday Movies at 2pm in our newly air-conditioned Lecture Hall. Monday, June 24: Zathura: A Space Adventure, rate PG. Adventure/Comedy, 1 hr. 41 min. Monday, July 1: E. T. the Extra Terrestrial, rated PG. Family/Sci-fi, 1 hr.…Learn MoreMonday, August 126:00—8:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
DPL Adult Knitting Group
Our Adult Knitting Group meets the 2nd Monday of each month from 6 to 8pm, and the 3rd Thursday of each month from 10am to noon 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.
Monday, August 126:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Wiggles and Waggles The Loon Man John Rockwood
THE LOON MAN NHEver hear that haunting and eerie sounding call of a loon on a lake? Doesn’t it send shivers down your spine? Want to know what loons are really communicating to each other and learn more fascinating behaviors about these elusive aquatic birds? Wiggles & Waggles!Follow these comical Loon twins from the day they are born until they migrate to the ocean 6 months later from the mostly frozen lake!You'll see video of Loon adults and chicks swimming under water.…Learn MoreMonday, August 126:30—7:30 PMStorytime RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Series of the Month Club
Kids in grades 2-4 are invited to the Series of the Month Club. This session we will discuss the Notebook of Doom series while we munch on some snacks.13
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Wednesday, August 146:30—8:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Second Wednesday Movie - Long Shot
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. August's film will be "Long Shot" starring Seth Rogan and Charlize Theron. It is rated R. Fred and Charlotte, two unlikely companions, reconnect after years of being apart.…Learn More15
Thursday, August 1510:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
DPL Adult Knitting Group
Our Adult Knitting Group meets the 2nd Monday of each month from 6 to 8pm, and the 3rd Thursday of each month from 10am to noon 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.16
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Saturday, August 179:00 AM—1:00 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, August 1711:00 AM—1:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Family Play Day
Face painting, guessing games, crafts, snacks, and live music will all be part of the fun as the Dover Public Library introduces our new toys available for check out. These toys are provided and maintained by a grant received through UNH. Students will be here to introduce the toys to the public.…Learn More18
Sunday, August 18Closed
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Monday, August 192:00—4:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Monday Movies
Join us this summer for Monday Movies at 2pm in our newly air-conditioned Lecture Hall. Monday, June 24: Zathura: A Space Adventure, rate PG. Adventure/Comedy, 1 hr. 41 min. Monday, July 1: E. T. the Extra Terrestrial, rated PG. Family/Sci-fi, 1 hr.…Learn MoreMonday, August 195:30—6:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
The Hunt for Shady Sam: Adult Escape Room
You are a DNA and blood analyst for the Johnstown Police Department. You have been investigating several homicide cases involving one of the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives: Shady Sam. All the DNA and blood evidence at the crime scenes point to Sam as the guilty culprit.…Learn MoreMonday, August 196:30—7:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
The Hunt for Shady Sam: Adult Escape Room
You are a DNA and blood analyst for the Johnstown Police Department. You have been investigating several homicide cases involving one of the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives: Shady Sam. All the DNA and blood evidence at the crime scenes point to Sam as the guilty culprit.…Learn More20
Tuesday, August 207:00—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Cultural Event: "Wild & Colorful: Victorian Architecture in NH"
Visually explore the tremendous legacy of New Hampshire's architecture from the Victorian period (1820 - 1914). This program looks at exuberant Victorian-era architecture across the state in houses, hotels, mills, city halls, courthouses, and churches, with references to gardens, furniture, and other elements of the built environment.…Learn More21
Wednesday, August 216:00—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 More22
Thursday, August 226:00—8:00 PMDover Public LibraryDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Trustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Dungeons & Dragons
Drop in and play Dungeons & Dragons at the library with Dungeon Master Aidan Bolduc! The group will meet twice a month. There is no commitment to attend all meetings and the first few will be one-session games ranging from dungeon crawls to high sea misadventures before starting a full campaign in the fall.…Learn MoreThursday, August 226:00—8:00 PMFront LawnDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Lawn Trivia
Bring a blanket, lawn chair or snack and join us on the front lawn for Lawn Trivia!Teams of up to 6 players are invited to play this book, music & movie-themed trivia. Winning team will receive a prize!In case of rain, trivia will be moved into the Lecture Hall.…Learn More23
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Saturday, August 249:00 AM—1:00 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, August 2410:00—11:00 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Family rhythm, music and movement event!
Come join in on a fun morning filled with drumming , singing, dancing and play. Dr. Irena McQuarrie, PT of Harmony Embodied, will be leading song games, body percussion, drum games, jams and more.
Irena is skilled in leading groups of all ages and abilities through inclusive and fun music making.…Learn More25
Sunday, August 25Closed
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Monday, August 262:00—4:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Monday Movies
Join us this summer for Monday Movies at 2pm in our newly air-conditioned Lecture Hall. Monday, June 24: Zathura: A Space Adventure, rate PG. Adventure/Comedy, 1 hr. 41 min. Monday, July 1: E. T. the Extra Terrestrial, rated PG. Family/Sci-fi, 1 hr.…Learn More27
Tuesday, August 276:00—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Star Wars Spelling Bee
You may know Kenobi begins with a K or Wookiee has two E's on the end, but how are you when it comes to spelling the hard Star Wars words? If spelling Klaatu and Barada are a breeze in the park for you or you're appalled no one can spell Pao's full name right (Paodok’Draba’Takat Sap’De’Rekti Nik’Linke’Ti’ Ki’Vef’Nik’NeSevef’Li’Kek) then join us in this spelling challenge from a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.…Learn More28
Wednesday, August 286:30—7:30 PMBlue LatitudesOffsite Events , Dover, NH, 03820
"Get Lit!" Adult Book Club
Join Dover Public Library's new book club as we discuss Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter. Enjoy a specialty cocktail courtesy of Blue Latitudes. All are welcome!…Learn More29
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Friday, August 301:00—2:30 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Great Books Discussion Group
Interested in reading classic works of literature and improving your listening, reading, and communication skills at the same time? If so, then consider participating in a discussion group project based on great works themed around the topic of friendship.…Learn More
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