Storytimes near HOWE LIBRARY

Mayer Room

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes for children and their caregivers. Stay afterwards to play and connect. Recommended for children ages 5 and under. No registration required. We recommend arriving early to find parking.

Garden Room

Put your puzzle solving skills to the test to figure out this Dinosaur themed escape room. Recommended for children 8-12 and their families. The younger a child is, the more likely they will need adult support. Best experienced in groups of 4-6 people. No registration required. There may be a wait if another group is doing the puzzle. Check in at the children's desk before you begin!

Murray Room

Session I of Adult D&D is an ongoing, established campaign. Newcomers to Howe Adult D&D should start with Session III This is a regular, ongoing group which is open to all, 18 and older, when spaces are available. Some experience is necessary. Registration is required. Email Jared Jenisch at jared.jenisch@thehowe.org to sign up or with any questions. Meetings will be every other Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m, in the Murray Room.

Mayer Room

The Memory Cafe is a supportive space for individuals with dementia and their care partners to engage in social, cognitive, and physical activities including live music, arts & crafts, chair exercises and brief informational sessions for caregivers on topics of their choosing! The Memory Cafe will meet monthly. The Memory Cafe is being organized by Dartmouth medical students and Dr. Roshini Pinto-Powell in partnership with the Aging Resource Center and the Howe Library. Data will be collected to evaluate the benefits of the Memory Cafe. Participation in the data collection is entirely voluntary. To register please email dementiaresources@hitchcock.org or call (603) 653-3484

Murray Room

Session II of Adult D&D is an ongoing, established campaign. Newcomers to Howe Adult D&D should start with Session I. Registration is required. Email Jared Jenisch at jared.jenisch@thehowe.org with any questions. Meetings take place ery other Saturday, 1:00-4:30, in the Murray Room.

Mayer Room

Join us for a bi-weekly New England style gathering of acoustic musicians of many levels, meeting to play traditional tunes of the Celtic, Canadian, Old-time and Americana styles. All are welcome! Instruments can include but are not limited to fiddle, guitar, mandolin, tin whistle, flute, and concertina. There is also an electric piano in the room available for use. We meet every other Saturday from 3:00 - 4:45 in the Mayer Room. This is a FREE community event, hosted by volunteers. Everyone is encouraged to suggest a tune and all to play along as they wish. Hope to see you there! For more information, email Mike Morris at mike.morris@thehowe.org.

Mayer Room

Get a taste of a classic D&D adventure - The Isle of Dread - updated for 5E! The Isle of Dread will be presented in three exciting sessions - sign up for one or all three. Each of the three sessions will stand alone so you can easily join any of the sessions. You must signup for each session you wish to attend separately. Characters will be provided. First time players welcome! Session 1: July 12 12:30-4:00 Session 2: July 26 12:30-4:00 Session 3: August 9 12:30-4:00 This program is limited to teens ages 13-19. Attention: Space is limited in these sessions. If you sign up and realize later you cannot come, please cancel your registration early so another player can fill your spot.

Children's Program Room

It’s a roaring good time for young dinosaur fans! Enjoy dino-themed stories, music, crafts, and dancing—plus a special guest appearance from the king of the dinosaurs. For ages 3-6. Registration required.

Children's Program Room

It’s a roaring good time at the library with three hands-on dinosaur STEM sessions! We will begin the program with a dinosaur-themed book, followed by a fun activity that explores science, creativity, and problem-solving. Children may register for one or all sessions. Recommended for ages 6-9 Tuesday July 7: Dinosaur Fossil Eggs Tuesday July 14: Build-A-Dinosaur Tuesday July 21: Dinosaur Habitats

Mayer Room

Experience the 1993 epic dinosaur classic, Jurassic Park on the Howe "big screen" - popcorn included! While you're here, don't forget to vote on your favorite Jurassic hero: Jeff Goldblum (Jurassic Park) or Chris Pratt (Jurassic World). Haven't seen 2015's Jurassic World? Come back to the library and see Jurassic World on 7/16! This screening is intended for teens ages 13-19. No registration required. Note: Jurassic Park is rated PG-13

Join us for a series of Wednesday evening concerts perfect for children 10 and under. You bring the picnic; we will supply the entertainment. No registration is required. This series is co-sponsored by Hanover Parks & Recreation and Etna Library. The second-to-last event takes place at the Etna Library, and all other events will be at the Hanover School Street Sustainability Park located at 6 School Street. July 15, 2026 - Anna Adler, Musician and Storyteller at Sustainability Park July 22, 2026 - Andrew Silver, The Silver Circus at Sustainability Park July 29, 2026 - Magic Fred at Sustainability Park Aug 5 2026 - Squam Lake Science Center at Sustainability Park Aug 12, 2026- Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals at Costello Field. Please note this is an alternate location to the other events! Aug 19, 2026- VINS: Raptors Up Close at Sustainability Park

Mayer Room

Drop-in for a game of chess; beginner to seasoned players. Open to kids, teens, and adults of all ability levels. Contact sam.milnes@thehowe.org with questions.

Mayer Room

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes for children and their caregivers. Stay afterwards to play and connect. Recommended for children ages 5 and under. No registration required. We recommend arriving early to find parking.

Mayer Room

The controversial dinosaur theme park is back in Jurassic World (2015)! The scientists learned so much from the first attempt to house live dinosaurs in a theme park, what could possibly go wrong? Popcorn will be served. While you're here, don't forget to vote on your favorite Jurassic hero: Jeff Goldblum (Jurassic Park) or Chris Pratt (Jurassic World). This screening is intended for teens ages 13-19. No registration required. Note: Jurassic World is rated PG-13

Mayer Room

Join Russ Cohen, author of Wild Plants I Have Known...and Eaten, for a discussion of foraging and wild edibles. This Thursday evening talk will be followed by a guided walk on Saturday (details forthcoming). This two-part series is co-sponsored by the Howe Library and the Hanover Conservancy. The talk may be attended in person in the Mayer Room at the Howe Library, or you may register for the Zoom invitation here. Russ Cohen, naturalist and wild foods enthusiast, grew up in Weston, Mass, where he spent much of his free time in the woods, thereby cultivating a strong spiritual connection to nature. He received his bachelor's degree in land use planning from Vassar College in 1978, and received a masters in Natural Resources and a law degree from The Ohio State University in 1982. Until retiring from state service, Russ was employed by the Riverways Program (now part of the Division of Ecological Restoration) of the Mass. Department of Fish and Game since 1988, and served as its Rivers Advocate from 1992 until June of 2015. Other past employers have included the Nature Conservancy, the Land Trust Alliance, The Hillside Trust, a land trust in Cincinnati, Ohio, and the Massachusetts Audubon Society.

Main Floor New Books Area

This event is free and open to all! No registration required. The Calla Duo is a Boston based ensemble dedicated to bringing accessible classical music concerts to the community. Performing both formal recitals and outreach performances, the goal is always to challenge new audiences to explore the world of classical music. About the Artists: Maya Lynn is a violinist dedicated to the exploration of cross-disciplinary studies, and works to build programs exploring the relationship between music and literature by bringing her background and expertise in English Literature to the concert hall stage. Maya is currently pursuing a Masters of Music in Violin Performance at Boston University, and holds a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Boston University. Maya has performed multiple lecture style recitals, creating links between music, art, and literature. In addition, Maya has been featured as a soloist for Northern Stage’s production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”. Her performance in the production was credited by the White River Valley Herald as being “a treat of the evening … which knit together different scenes in the production”. Maya collaborated with the artistic director to build a soundscape for the production using violin masterpieces. Maya is currently an active freelancer in the Boston area. She has performed with orchestras such as the Rhode Island Philharmonic, Cape Symphony, New Bedford Symphony, Plymouth Philharmonic, Portsmouth Symphony, and is a scholarship artist with the Boston Civic Symphony. Maya has studied with renowned teachers such as Dr. Minju Kim, Yuri Mazurkevich, Dr. Minju Kim, Bayla Keyes, Lucia Lin, Kathy Andrew, and Peter Rovit. She has been coached by Simon James, Lucia Lin, and Nathan Giem and has performed in masterclasses with Grigory Kalinovsky, Sebastian Mueller, James Stern, Alexi Kenney, Kristin Lee, and Lucy Chapman. When not performing or practicing, Maya enjoys reading, baking and cooking, spending time with her family and siblings, and watching the Great British Bake-off with a mug of hot tea. Abby Hanna is a 23 year old cellist and vocalist, recognized for her versatility as a soloist, orchestral musician, and chamber performer. She is currently pursuing a Master of Music degree in Cello Performance at Boston University after earning her Bachelor of Music degree on a full-tuition scholarship from the Eastman School of Music, where she studied under Steven Doane and Rosemary Elliott. Abby began studying piano at age five and cello at age nine. Since then, her musical career has taken her from Austria to Argentina to stages across the United States. Most recently, she was awarded second place in the 2025 MIMA Young Artist Competition in Los Angeles, and received the 2023 New York Federation of Music Award at the Chautauqua Institution in New York. She has also served as principal cellist in symphony ensembles at both Eastman and BU. In addition to being an active chamber musician, Abby is also an advocate for cultural representation in classical music. She helped organize Eastman’s first Hispanic Heritage Recital, featuring works by Latin American composers and celebrating cultural inclusion through performance. In recognition of her artistic and academic achievements, Abby was named the Eastman recipient of the 2025 Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award. Aside from playing the cello, Abby is also a classically trained soprano. She has received recognition in several national and regional vocal competitions, including Hal Leonard, NATS, and Schmidt Vocal Arts. Shortly after relocating to Boston, Abby was appointed as a Choral Scholar at Marsh Chapel, where she has frequently appeared as a featured soloist with the choir. As an Ecuadorian-American she is the first in her family to pursue a career in music, and is very grateful to her family and friends for their continuous support.

Nature Walk

Join wild food enthusiast Russ Cohen, author of Wild Plants I Have Known... and Eaten for a walk and talk at the Mink Brook Nature Preserve. We'll continue the conversation over from Russ' Thursday evening program at the Howe Library with a morning stroll through Mink Brook, learning about different edible plant species (both native and invasive), methods of preparation, foraging ethics, and more. To maintain a manageable group size, attendance will be capped at 20 attendees. Please pre-register in advance to ensure we have a successful outing! And if your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please contact barry@hanoverconservancy.org so we can inform our waitlist. Meet at the 11 Brook Road trailhead of the Mink Brook Nature Preserve. Please arrive promptly by 9:30 am.

Murray Room

Curious about the resurgence of interest in Dungeons and Dragons and other role-playing games? Looking for others to play with? Check out our new introductory D&D group! This is a regular, ongoing group which is open to all, 18 and older. No experience is necessary. Registration is required. Email Jared Jenisch at jared.jenisch@thehowe.org to sign up or with any questions. Meetings will be every other Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m, in the Murray Room.

Mayer Room

Design your own prehistoric terrariums using moss, wood, and mini dinosaurs! For ages 9-12. Registration Required.

Get up close with life-sized inflatable dinosaurs while enjoying a fun mix of science facts and magic. The event takes place at Storrs Pond, and no membership to Storrs is required to attend. Registration is recommended in case of inclement weather. Please bring something to sit on.

Did you know dinosaurs still have living relatives? Join us at the library to meet real-life “dinosaur cousins,” including lizards, snakes, tortoises, and more! This is an all-ages program and no registration is required. Display will be set up in the lobby, near the children's desk.

Aldrich Room

Are you a writer looking to improve your craft or connect with other writers? Join our biweekly critique group! This will be a comfortable, welcoming environment where you can share your work, get feedback from the group, and gain insights into the publishing industry. All genres welcome, picture books through adult! If you have writing you would like to share, please arrive with six printed copies of your work (limited to 2500 words or ten double-spaced pages). The Howe Writing Group will meet in person every other Monday from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. in the Aldrich Room, behind the New Books area on the main floor. To participate or for more information, email Mike Morris at mike.morris@thehowe.org.

Children's Program Room

It’s a roaring good time at the library with three hands-on dinosaur STEM sessions! We will begin the program with a dinosaur-themed book, followed by a fun activity that explores science, creativity, and problem-solving. Children may register for one or all sessions. Recommended for ages 6-9 Tuesday July 7: Dinosaur Fossil Eggs Tuesday July 14: Build-A-Dinosaur Tuesday July 21: Dinosaur Habitats

Murray Room

Art in the Library has transformed for the summer! We're leaning into the summer reading theme of dinosaurs with domestic crafts for adults and teens. Stitch your own prehistoric pal—learn the art of amigurumi by crocheting an adorable dinosaur. All materials provided, no experience necessary. Registration is required. This event registration is for adults 18 , teens can sign up for this same program here.

Murray Room

Art in the Library has transformed for the summer! We're leaning into the summer reading theme of dinosaurs with domestic crafts for adults and teens. Stitch your own prehistoric pal—learn the art of amigurumi by crocheting an adorable dinosaur. All materials provided, no experience necessary. Registration is required. This event registration is for teens, adults 18 can sign up for this same program here.

Join us for a series of Wednesday evening concerts perfect for children 10 and under. You bring the picnic; we will supply the entertainment. No registration is required. This series is co-sponsored by Hanover Parks & Recreation and Etna Library. The second-to-last event takes place at the Etna Library, and all other events will be at the Hanover School Street Sustainability Park located at 6 School Street. July 15, 2026 - Anna Adler, Musician and Storyteller at Sustainability Park July 22, 2026 - Andrew Silver, The Silver Circus at Sustainability Park July 29, 2026 - Magic Fred at Sustainability Park Aug 5 2026 - Squam Lake Science Center at Sustainability Park Aug 12, 2026- Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals at Costello Field. Please note this is an alternate location to the other events! Aug 19, 2026- VINS: Raptors Up Close at Sustainability Park

Mayer Room

Drop-in for a game of chess; beginner to seasoned players. Open to kids, teens, and adults of all ability levels. Contact sam.milnes@thehowe.org with questions.

Mayer Room

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes for children and their caregivers. Stay afterwards to play and connect. Recommended for children ages 5 and under. No registration required. We recommend arriving early to find parking.

Murray Room

Session I of Adult D&D is an ongoing, established campaign. Newcomers to Howe Adult D&D should start with Session III This is a regular, ongoing group which is open to all, 18 and older, when spaces are available. Some experience is necessary. Registration is required. Email Jared Jenisch at jared.jenisch@thehowe.org to sign up or with any questions. Meetings will be every other Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m, in the Murray Room.

Mayer Room

Join C3Brix for a LEGO® building session! Kids will create fun dinosaur models while exploring creativity and hands-on play. Open to all skill levels. Please note: two sessions are offered, each with its own age requirements. Registration required.