Storytimes near PETERBOROUGH TOWN LIBRARY

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Come meet Snoopy the Rex Rabbit! Join Claudia and her Rex Rabbit Snoopy for an afternoon of rabbity fun! First we'll read a story with Snoopy and then we'll make a “Snoopy circle” so everyone can interact with and feed Snoopy his favorite greens! You'll go home with a craft so you can grow Snoopy's favorite snacks and try them for yourself! This program is for all ages. Caregivers are expected to stay with their children, please register all children attending individually! This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

Come and enjoy an hour dedicated to nothing but sketching! This group meets Thursdays from 3-4pm, every two weeks. Open to all artistic abilities and ages 12+ Bring your own sketchpad, drawing tool(s), and a three-dimensional object to sketch. We might start with a brief warm up (scribbling, contours, shading)… or not! This is your time and space, set aside from the demands of the world, to simply and finally practice seeing and drawing—soul-feeding activities that you love, but can never seem to get around to doing. About the Instructor: Risa Swanson received her BFA in Painting from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. She worked for many years in graphic design, beginning in magazine layout and later in corporate advertising, where she advanced from graphic artist to art director. She has taught drawing, painting, and linoleum block printing in private schools and in her own studio. Her work includes painting, drawing, and ceramics, with a focus on thoughtful design and composition. Her ceramics are primarily functional, reflecting her interest in creating well-designed objects for everyday use.

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

CALLING ALL WRITERS (and curious readers/listeners)!! The Peterborough Town Library and Monadnock Underground are hosting a free form OPEN MIC for writers of all genres and levels of experience! Poetry, prose, something you're not even sure what it is - bring it on down! You can sign up as you arrive at 5:30.In an effort to keep things relaxed, loose, and informal, we are hoping to avoid fixed rules like maximum length; we'll simply ask that readers be mindful of how many others are signed up to read and the fact that we will have a hard stop at 7 pm. Though there will be no formal group-critique of any readings, this is a great chance for any writers who ARE interested in feedback to get some audience reactions. We'll have some tea and water on hand, and M/U will have some books AND some veteran writers on hand...perhaps even some reading sneak previews of works in progress! Be sure to check out Monadnock Underground publications here: https://www.monadnockunderground.com/

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Join us for a cookbook club-meets-potluck at Peterborough Town Library! This month's theme is Summer Salads! Make a delicious salad using fresh produce, hearty grains, interesting textures, or unusual ingredients! How does it work? The Dinner Club gathers on the second Thursday of the month in the Eben Jones Classroom or on the library terrace (weather permitting). Each month will feature a different cooking theme or cookbook. New members are always welcome to attend, but registration is required so that we know how many to expect. Plates, bowls, napkins, basic utensils, sparkling water and green tea are provided. Please bring your own serving ware and trivets (if needed). For more information please email Rebecca at renman@peterboroughnh.gov This program is free and open to all. Please note that library parking is not guaranteed and Thursday evenings are a busy night at the library. Patrons who are able are encouraged to take advantage of Peterborough’s walkable downtown by parking in the Depot Square or Riverwalk lots.

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

Stop by to share games, puzzles, art, books, and special entertainment. The mission of the PTL Social is to bring folks of all abilities together to boost connections, spark friendships, and create a fun meet-up in our community. Drop in to catch up with friends or meet someone new! There’s no set agenda—just a chance to enjoy good conversation, share interests, and spend time together in a friendly environment. Each month we will have a special presentation or experience to share. This month we will welcome Yoga Instructor Betsy DePrima, who will offer a 20 minute yoga flow session. Your librarian hosts, Rebecca and Corinne, will also be there to chat, help make introductions, and learn what kinds of activities you’d like to see in the future. Coffee and tea will be served, along with a comfortable space to sit, relax, and connect at your own pace. Everyone is welcome—come by, stay awhile, and say hello. We’d love to see you!

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

White bandanas will be provided but bring anything you’d like to tie-dye. Come cool off with Miss Anna on the terrace at the PTL and tie dye a t-shirt, listen to music, and have a cold summer treat. White bandanas will be provided but bring anything you’d like to tie-dye. Registration is required!

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together. The Monadnock Handcrafters is sponsored by the Peterborough Library. We provide the well-lit space for your community to grow. The room has tabletops and a sink. We are open to all types of hand-crafts and projects. All ages are welcome. This is intended as a space to craft and learn from each other and not as an introductory class or place to "learn to knit".

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room,Eben Jones Classroom

Join Aimee for stories, songs, and a craft! Join Aimee for stories, songs, and a craft as part of this year's Summer Reading Progam: Plant a Seed, Read! We'll gather in the Elizabeth Room before each storytime and then meet outside on the Library's River Terrace when the weather is nice. If it's too hot or raining we'll go upstairs as a group to the 1833 Room for stories, songs, and movement. We'll end each storytime with a craft in our classroom space. This is an all ages storytime and all children are welcome to attend with a caregiver. ***We've removed registration to make things more simple! Let us know what you think!*** Storytime is more than just developing a love of stories. By attending, children become more comfortable and excited about visiting the library. We encourage early reading habits for the whole family and strive to give parents the tools they need to help their children learn and discover. We also stress the importance of fine motor skills and physical development. We invite all families to join us while we ‘Talk, Read, Sing and Play—Every Day!’ This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

From Coconut Cleaners to Banana Leaf Art! In this engaging family hourlong experience, we will learn how plants are transformed into art, used for cleaning, turned into other delicious foods, repurposed and more! Discover the creative and surprising ways different cultures use plants: bamboo carrying poles, coconuts floor scrubbers, gourd musical instruments, calabash stamps and more. This hands-on experience draws from the Mariposa's collection of artifacts from around the world. This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

grades 6-12

Peterborough Town Library, Elizabeth Room

Join Aimee for board books, songs, nursery rhymes and lap bounces! Join Aimee for stories, fingerplays, lap bounces, and songs! Perfect for babies from birth until they are too busy to want to stay in our storytime circle - siblings are always welcome too! ***We've removed registration to make things more simple! Let us know what you think!*** Storytime is more than just developing a love of stories. By attending, children become more comfortable and excited about visiting the library. We encourage early reading habits for the whole family and strive to give parents the tools they need to help their children learn and discover. We also stress the importance of fine motor skills and physical development. We invite all families to join us while we ‘Talk, Read, Sing and Play—Every Day!’ This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, Kelly Room

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT whiz, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help! Sessions are first-come, first-served, and may be time-limited based on demand. Patrons may have to wait up to 45 minutes to be seen, depending on the queue and nature of the day's questions. The sign-up sheet is available at 11am (in-person only - no phone calls). Some topics Tim can cover include: Troubleshooting on any device Download an app to your device Basic email questions Cloud computing strategies and questions Setting up social media account Basic website questions

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Vision boards are a collage of words and images that represent your goals and dreams. All materials will be supplied. Vision boards are a collage of words and images that represent your goals and dreams. They're a great tool to utilize that makes you think about what's important to you and where you want to focus your time and energy. All materials will be supplied, but if you have magazines or other craft supplies that inspire you, bring them along!

Peterborough Town Library, Abbot Board Room

The Board of Library Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 5:30pm unless otherwise posted. Meetings are open to the public. The Board of Trustees is an elected body, who oversee the Library Director and set library policy.

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

A monthly offering of free yoga at PTL. All levels welcome. Michelle teaches Vinyasa flow yoga. Her class is accessible for all levels of fitness and yoga experiences. The class coordinates breath and movement to create a feeling of unity within the senses of the participant. The asanas (poses) are woven together to have a smooth transition one to the next. Each movement builds to the next and we finish with savasana (rest period) to allow the time on the mat to integrate. Come and join us on the mat! Please plan to bring your own yoga mat. --- About Michelle Dunn: Michelle has been teaching yoga for 25 years. She has taught in Peterborough, NH at both The Wellness Center and Performance Health and Fitness since moving here 20 years ago. Michelle is certified and extensively trained. She has practiced/trained with John Domenico and also at Kripalu in Lenox, MA. Michelle has also taken many independent courses and attended workshops throughout the US. A former high school teacher, Michelle's formal education includes a Master's Degree in Education. Please note that library parking is not guaranteed. Patrons who are able are encouraged to take advantage of Peterborough’s walkable downtown by parking in the Depot Square or Riverwalk lots.

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

Join Susie Spikol and Jaime Hutchinson from the Harris Center for a program all about WORMS! The Wild and Wacky World of Worms! Join Harris Center naturalists Jaime Hutchinson and Susie Spikol for an hour of wild worm discoveries. Real live worms on hand to explore and observe. Find out how these slippery earth dwellers protect themselves, dig tunnels, and turn the soil, even without any hands. Don’t miss this close-up, hands-on opportunity with the mighty worm! This program is for all ages but best for 5+. Caregivers are expected to stay with their children, please register all children attending individually! This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

Presented in special collaboration with Monadnock Center for History and Culture. Meg Mott will present How the Constitution Helps Us to Disagree at the Peterborough Town Library on July 18 at 10:30 a.m. Deliberation is the practice that holds our democracy together, but does it always lead to better decisions? When citizens only talk to like-minded citizens, the thinking gets stuck and the decisions tend to be more extreme. This presentation gives participants a chance to find new ways to think about a contentious issue using the basic principles of the Constitution: freedom of speech and due process. Instead of carving out one’s (predictable) position in the culture wars, we’ll look at the best arguments on a contentious issue from the view point of progressives, conservatives, and libertarians. By the end of the discussion, participants will have a greater understanding of how the Constitution can help us to foster political friendships. About the Presenter: After twenty years of teaching political theory and constitutional law to Marlboro College undergraduates, Meg Mott has taken her love of argument to the general public. She attended the University of New Hampshire in the 1970s and is currently teaching at Keene State College. Meg’s award-winning series, Debating Our Rights, on the first ten amendments, brings civil discussions on contentious issues to public libraries and colleges. How the Constitution Helps Us to Disagree is presented in partnership with the Monadnock Center for History and Culture, one of six collaborative programs planned for 2026. This program has been funded through a generous grant from NH Humanities.

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Discover how to nourish not just your body, but your energy with Ayurvedic practitioner, Aggeliki! In this workshop, explore how Ayurvedic nutrition honors Prana—the life force in food—through fresh, local ingredients, mindful cooking, and the intelligent use of spices and healthy fats. Participants will also prepare and taste a fresh Ayurvedic digestive probiotic drink made with cooling local summer herbs. About the Presenter: Aggeliki holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology and is a certified Yoga Therapist and Ayurvedic Practitioner. She is currently completing additional training to become a certified Ayurvedic Nutritionist and Chef. This program is free and open to all. Please note that library parking is not guaranteed. Patrons who are able are encouraged to take advantage of Peterborough’s walkable downtown by parking in the Depot Square or Riverwalk lots.

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room,Eben Jones Classroom

Join Aimee for stories, songs, and a craft! Join Aimee for stories, songs, and a craft as part of this year's Summer Reading Progam: Plant a Seed, Read! We'll gather in the Elizabeth Room before each storytime and then meet outside on the Library's River Terrace when the weather is nice. If it's too hot or raining we'll go upstairs as a group to the 1833 Room for stories, songs, and movement. We'll end each storytime with a craft in our classroom space. This is an all ages storytime and all children are welcome to attend with a caregiver. ***We've removed registration to make things more simple! Let us know what you think!*** Storytime is more than just developing a love of stories. By attending, children become more comfortable and excited about visiting the library. We encourage early reading habits for the whole family and strive to give parents the tools they need to help their children learn and discover. We also stress the importance of fine motor skills and physical development. We invite all families to join us while we ‘Talk, Read, Sing and Play—Every Day!’ This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, Abbot Board Room

This month we will be reading, "All My Rage" by Sabaa Tahir. National Book Award winner. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature winner. A Kirkus Reviews Best Young Adult Book of the Century " All My Rage is a love story, a tragedy and an infectious teenage fever dream about what home means when you feel you don’t fit in." — New York Times Book Review Salahudin and Noor are more than best friends; they are family. Growing up as outcasts in the small desert town of Juniper, California, they understand each other the way no one else does. Until The Fight, which destroys their bond with the swift fury of a star exploding. Now, Sal scrambles to run the family motel as his mother Misbah’s health fails and his grieving father loses himself to alcoholism. Noor, meanwhile, walks a harrowing tightrope: working at her wrathful uncle’s liquor store while hiding the fact that she’s applying to college so she can escape him—and Juniper—forever. When Sal’s attempts to save the motel spiral out of control, he and Noor must ask themselves what friendship is worth—and what it takes to defeat the monsters in their pasts and the ones in their midst. How it Works? Books & Banter meets monthly at 5:30pm. Books will be available at the library circulation desk one month prior to the meeting date. If you would like an alternative format (large print, audio CD), please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request. We want to hear from you! Fill out this reader survey to choose the monthly book genres: If you have questions or would like to be added to the Books & Banter email list, contact Rebecca at renman@peterboroughnh.gov or call the Help Desk: 603-924-8040. All are welcome to our discussions!

Peterborough Town Library, Elizabeth Room

Join Aimee for board books, songs, nursery rhymes and lap bounces! Join Aimee for stories, fingerplays, lap bounces, and songs! Perfect for babies from birth until they are too busy to want to stay in our storytime circle - siblings are always welcome too! ***We've removed registration to make things more simple! Let us know what you think!*** Storytime is more than just developing a love of stories. By attending, children become more comfortable and excited about visiting the library. We encourage early reading habits for the whole family and strive to give parents the tools they need to help their children learn and discover. We also stress the importance of fine motor skills and physical development. We invite all families to join us while we ‘Talk, Read, Sing and Play—Every Day!’ This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Free meditation class, meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday. Each session offers a peaceful space to rest, relax, focus, and practice mindfulness. Whether you’re new to meditation or have practiced before, this class offers a supportive environment to explore the benefits of meditation—reducing stress, enhancing focus, and promoting overall well-being. Come connect with others and find moments of peace in an increasingly stressful world. The first class each month will include full instruction for newcomers (if needed), while the second class will focus on a quick review of meditation practices, questions, and meditation time. Abhai Raj teaches the "Hong Sau" meditation technique taught by Paramhansa Yogananda. This practice quiets our mind so that we can become aware of, connect to, and realize our innate Divinity. The practice includes some light movement, pranayam (breathing exercises), and a silent mantra (hong sau). After explaining the technique, we'll meditate as a group for 20-30 minutes. Open to all ages and all levels of experience. Drop in any time! Abhai Raj has been practicing and teaching meditation for 20+ years. He lives with his wife in Dublin. This program is free and open to all. Please note that library parking is not guaranteed. Patrons who are able are encouraged to take advantage of Peterborough’s walkable downtown by parking in the Depot Square or Riverwalk lots.

Peterborough Town Library, Kelly Room

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT whiz, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help! Sessions are first-come, first-served, and may be time-limited based on demand. Patrons may have to wait up to 45 minutes to be seen, depending on the queue and nature of the day's questions. The sign-up sheet is available at 11am (in-person only - no phone calls). Some topics Tim can cover include: Troubleshooting on any device Download an app to your device Basic email questions Cloud computing strategies and questions Setting up social media account Basic website questions

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

Beautify your garden and feed the pollinators with this fun craft workshop for ages 9-99! Create your very own seed bombs using clay, soil, and a pollinator friendly seed mix! As a special touch, we'll decorate the seed bombs with beautiful dried flowers. All materials are provided. This program is for ages 9-99. Kids under the age of 13 must have a caregiver registered as well. Registration is required as materials and seats are limited. Wildflower seeds are made available through UNH Cooperative Extension's Free Seeds for Education Program. This program is free and open to all. Please note that library parking is not guaranteed. Patrons who are able are encouraged to take advantage of Peterborough’s walkable downtown by parking in the Depot Square or Riverwalk lots.

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

Come and enjoy an hour dedicated to nothing but sketching! This group meets Thursdays from 3-4pm, every two weeks. Open to all artistic abilities and ages 12+ Bring your own sketchpad, drawing tool(s), and a three-dimensional object to sketch. We might start with a brief warm up (scribbling, contours, shading)… or not! This is your time and space, set aside from the demands of the world, to simply and finally practice seeing and drawing—soul-feeding activities that you love, but can never seem to get around to doing. About the Instructor: Risa Swanson received her BFA in Painting from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. She worked for many years in graphic design, beginning in magazine layout and later in corporate advertising, where she advanced from graphic artist to art director. She has taught drawing, painting, and linoleum block printing in private schools and in her own studio. Her work includes painting, drawing, and ceramics, with a focus on thoughtful design and composition. Her ceramics are primarily functional, reflecting her interest in creating well-designed objects for everyday use.

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

We’re celebrating America’s 250th with a fun all-ages trivia night! Test your knowledge of American history! The winning team will walk away with bragging rights and a trophy. Teams can have 4-6 members. If you do not have a team, but would like to be on one, teams can be made on the night of the event with solo players. Families welcome! Feeling festive? Dress in your best Fourth of July red, white, and blue! Snacks will be provided.

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Learn about the plants that make up SALSA and make some of your own! Participants will chop, mix, and taste a fresh farm-to-table snack while learning about the edible parts of the plants they’re eating. This program is for kids ages 5+. Caregivers are expected to stay with their children, please register all children attending individually! This program is in partnership with Cornucopia Project! Learn more about them on their website: cornucopiaproject.org This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, Eben Jones Classroom

Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together. The Monadnock Handcrafters is sponsored by the Peterborough Library. We provide the well-lit space for your community to grow. The room has tabletops and a sink. We are open to all types of hand-crafts and projects. All ages are welcome. This is intended as a space to craft and learn from each other and not as an introductory class or place to "learn to knit".

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

Join us for an all-ages storytime with Aimee, Claudia & Snoopy! Join Aimee, Claudia and Snoopy the Rex Rabbit for stories, songs, and bunny time! Perfect for kids of all ages! This storytime will take place in our 1833 Room! We'll have space to move around, read some shorter stories with lots of songs and movement inbetween and then visit with Snoopy the Rabbit! ***We've removed registration to make things more simple! Let us know what you think!*** Storytime is more than just developing a love of stories. By attending, children become more comfortable and excited about visiting the library. We encourage early reading habits for the whole family and strive to give parents the tools they need to help their children learn and discover. We also stress the importance of fine motor skills and physical development. We invite all families to join us while we ‘Talk, Read, Sing and Play—Every Day!’ This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!

Peterborough Town Library, 1833 Room

A new 30-minute play based on the book The Day the Crayons Quit. THE DAY THE CRAYONS QUIT Inspired by the book written by Drew Daywalt and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers Inspired by the New York Times best-selling children’s book, the Andy’s Touring Company will create a new 30-minute play about a young child who wants to draw… only to discover that their crayons have quit. Each crayon craves a different purpose and it’s up to the child to find a solution. Devised by director (and former Andy's Kid) Elsa Guerra and The Andy's Touring Company of young artists, this performance is sure to delight the whole family! This program is funded by the Friends of the Peterborough Town Library who annually support our entire Summer Reading Program! Thank you Friends!