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Thursday, May 210:00—11:00 AMDover Public LibraryDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Morning Book Group
Join us for a monthly book group the first Thursday of each month, except for August. In May we will be discussing the book "To the Bright Edge of the World" by Eowyn Ivey.
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Saturday, May 49:00 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, May 49:00 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, May 410:00—11:00 AMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Haunted Library Adult Escape Room
In 1959, Librarian Anne Leach passed away during a Trustees meeting. Since that day strange noises can be heard in the library, particularly at closing when rooms are dark and silent. Last week a librarian discovered a mysterious box. Can you help us open the box and finally lay Miss Leach to rest?This escape room remains unbeaten! Will your group be the one to solve it? You have 45 minutes and we didn't make it easy! Adults only.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 411:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Haunted Library Adult Escape Room
In 1959, Librarian Anne Leach passed away during a Trustees meeting. Since that day strange noises can be heard in the library, particularly at closing when rooms are dark and silent. Last week a librarian discovered a mysterious box. Can you help us open the box and finally lay Miss Leach to rest?This escape room remains unbeaten! Will your group be the one to solve it? You have 45 minutes and we didn't make it easy! Adults only.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 42:00—3:15 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Discussion Group - Changing to Saturday this month
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 at the Dover Public Library. Reading selections can be found on the library's website at http://www.…Learn More
Saturday, May 42:00—3:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
STEM Saturday: Connecting with K'Nex
Join us on Saturday, May 4 at 2pm as we tackle some design challenges using K'nex!K'nex are a great way to learn about structures, forces, and simple machines all while playing.5
Sunday, May 52:00—4:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Classic Cinema Sunday: The Public Enemy (1931)
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 Public Enemy (1931) starring James Cagney, Jean Harlow, and Edward Woods. 1h 23min.…Learn More6
Monday, May 61:30—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, May 66:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Michael Cameron Ward, author of "A Colored Man in Exeter"
Michael Cameron Ward, author of "A Colored Man in Exeter" will speak at the library on Monday, May 6 at 6:30PM. This book shares the story of the Ward family who left Brooklyn NY in 1957 to get away from gang violence by moving to tiny Lee, NH. This is a history of a family, but also a history of a generation and racial prejudice in our country's past.…Learn More7
Tuesday, May 710:00—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.8
Wednesday, May 810:00—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, May 86:30—8:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Second Wednesday Movie-Everybody Knows
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. May's movie is "Everybody Knows" starring Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. The movie is subtitled in English.
Wednesday, May 86:30—7:30 PMComputer RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Creativity Corner
Find out how inspiring a group of creative people can be. This group is designed to help you with your creative process.
Meet other creative minds. Bring a creation to show. Share encouragement and ideas. Talk about the why, what, how and where of creativity.…Learn More9
Thursday, May 910:00—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.10
Friday, May 1010:00—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.11
Saturday, May 119:00 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, May 119:00 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, May 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Mary Poppins Storytime
The Portsmouth Christian Academy Players will present a special family storytime prior to their performance of the play at the school from May 23-25.Saturday, May 112:00—4:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Saturday Matinee: Lego Movie 2
Join us for a FREE showing of Lego Movie 2 on Saturday, May 11 at 2pm in the Library Lecture Hall.12
Sunday, May 122:00—5:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Classic Cinema Sunday: Fiddler on the Roof (1971)
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 Fiddler on the Roof (1971) starring Topol, Norma Crane, and Leonard Frey. 3h 1min.…Learn More13
Monday, May 131:30—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, May 136:00—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, May 136:00—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.
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Tuesday, May 1410:00—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, May 146:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Health Care Advocacy for our Parents
Learn how to navigate the medical industry and improve the care given to a loved one with presenters Mike Guy and Jennie Cutten, who operate an elder law office in Kittery, Maine.…Learn More15
Wednesday, May 1510:00—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, May 156:00—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, May 156:00—7:00 PMLearning CenterDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Teen Book Group: Pizza & Pages
The next meeting of Pizza & Pages will be held on Wednesday, May 15 @ 6pm. The group will be discussing The School for Good and Evil by Soman Chainani and copies of the book will be available for borrowing at the adult circulation desk a month prior to the meeting.…Learn More16
Thursday, May 1610:00 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.Thursday, May 1610:00—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.17
Friday, May 1710:00—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.18
Saturday, May 189:00 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, May 189:00 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, May 1810:00—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, May 182:00—4:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Saturday Matinee: Apollo 11
Join us for a FREE showing of Apollo 11 on Saturday, May 18 at 2pm in the Library Lecture Hall.19
Sunday, May 192:00—4:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Classic Cinema Sunday: The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945)
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 Picture of Dorian Gray (1945) starring George Sanders, Hurd Hatfield, Donna Reed, and Angela Lansbury.…Learn More20
Monday, May 201:30—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, May 203:00—4:00 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Afternoon Book Group
Join us on Monday, May 20th at 3pm to discuss Where You'll Find Me by Ty Gagne. Copies of the book are available at the Library. All are welcome!Monday, May 205:00—6:30 PMComputer RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Tinkercad 101
3D printing is cool. Designing your own models for the 3D printer is even cooler. Tinkercad is a free online application that allows you to create 3D models by combining simple shapes. Come find out how to use Tinkercad to create your own models that can be printed on a 3D printer.…Learn MoreMonday, May 206:30—7:30 PMTrustees RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Evening Book Group
Join us on Monday, May 20th -- book choice to be announced. Copies of the book are available at the Library. All are welcome!Monday, May 206:30—7:30 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Evening of Poetry
Evening of Poetry at the Dover Public LibraryThe Dover Public Library cordially invites you to attend an “Evening of Poetry” on Monday, May 20th at 6:30pm in the Library Lecture Hall. All students who participated in the Library’s 17th Annual Poetry Contest, for grades K-12, are invited to read their poetry at this event, but this will be purely voluntary.…Learn More21
Tuesday, May 2110:00—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, May 217:00—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Friends of the Library Cultural Event: "A Virtual Tour of Dover’s Cemeteries"
On Tuesday, May 21 at the Dover Public Library at 7pm, cemetery historians “The Gravestone Girls” will present a virtual tour of New England cemetery art, history, and symbolism. Their 90-minute presentation, called "Welcome to The Graveyard", will be centered on local cemeteries and is built on photographs recently taken in burying places, particularly in Pine Hill Cemetery which began as Dover’s first public burying ground in 1731.…Learn More22
Wednesday, May 2210:00—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, May 226:30—8:30 PMComputer RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Introduction to Microsoft Word - Formatting
Learn how to create an attractive document in Microsoft Word. You will learn how to change the size of the font, make text bold or italic, use tabs, change the margins for your document, and create numbered or bulleted lists.
Make your resume or…Learn More
Wednesday, May 226:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Musician Paul Nelson
Song crafter, blues explorer, mystery muser Paul Nelson brings the music home with his new album, Over Under Through. Traveling through a landscape of blues, roots, and folk, Paul delivers a musical experience that captures and inspires with songs like “Ghost in the Basement”, “Color It Blue”, “Go Down Ezekiel” and the title song.…Learn More23
Thursday, May 2310:00 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.Thursday, May 2310:00—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.24
Friday, May 2410:00—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.25
Saturday, May 259:00 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, May 259:00 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.26
Sunday, May 262:00—4:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Classic Cinema Sunday: The Pajama Game (1957)
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 Pajama Game (1957) starring Doris Day, John Raitt, and Carol Haney. 1h 41min.…Learn More27
Monday, May 27Closed
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Tuesday, May 2810:00—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, May 286:30—8:00 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Martin Rumscheid-Extermination Through Labor: The Crime of My Father's Company in the Holocaust
Martin Rumscheidt, of Dover, will speak about his experience as the son of a man complicit in Nazi crimes during World War II at the Dover Public Library on Tuesday May 28th at 6:30pm. Rumscheidt's father was an employee of IG Farben, the chemical company and second largest producer in Hitler's military-industrial complex.…Learn More29
Wednesday, May 2910:00—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, May 296:30—8:30 PMComputer RoomDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
PowerPoint Basics
You can create great presentations with Powerpoint. Learn how to add bullet points, pictures and videos. Find out how to use different templates to add interesting backgrounds to your slides. Get tips on how to prepare for your presentation And learn strategies that will help you get your point across.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 296:30—7:45 PMLecture HallDover Public Library73 Locust St., Dover, NH, 03820
Strafford County Conservation District program on Soil Health
Alena Warren of the Strafford County Conservation District will present a program on keeping your soil healthy for your garden.Wednesday, May 296:30—7:30 PMBlue LatitudesOffsite Events , Dover, NH, 03820
"Get Lit!" Adult Book Club
Join Dover Public Library's newest book club as we discuss Woman at 1,000 Degrees by Hallgrimur Helgason. Enjoy a specialty cocktail courtesy of Blue Latitudes, located at 431 Central Avenue in Dover. All are welcome!…Learn More30
Thursday, May 3010:00—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.31
Friday, May 3110:00—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.