Holiday Hours

The library will be closed Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (August 30-September 1) in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday, September 2nd. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Database Changes

As of July 1, 2025, access to a number of databases was discontinued due to Federal budget cuts to the state. Some of the databases affected are: Boston Globe Archive, Heritage Quest, Gale Legal Forms, and Transparent Language. Click the link below for more information and a complete list of discontinued state funded databases.

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HPL Merchandise!

Check out our online store for all of the latest HPL t-shirts, hats, tote bags, and more!

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Museum Passes

Check out a museum pass and explore museums in MA and NH at discounted admissions!

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Featured Digital Resource: Gale: Nursing and Allied Health Collection

Whether you are a student in a nursing or health program or already working in the field, check out Gale: Nursing and Allied Health Collection! You’ll gain access to information on patient management, specialized care, treatment, and much more! This ad-free database is updated daily to provide current information through magazines, newspapers, academic journals, full-text […]

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September Tech Class: Excel Basics

Excel spreadsheets allow you to easily store, organize and modify data. In this class, you will learn the basics of Excel, including inserting text, basic formulas, AutoFill and more, by creating a personal budget. Two classes will be offered and held in our second-floor computer lab, one on Tuesday September 9th from 6-7:30 PM and […]

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At-Home Preservation Series: #4

As a quick recap from the last post, we are discussing preservation measures to counter issues in our home environment, including: We covered the first two bullet points in previous posts; in this post we are discussing pests and mold – which are not so cute in practice as the fellow in the cover image! Various […]

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Now accepting scholarship applications

We are now accepting applications for our Trustee Scholarship Page Program. This scholarship is available to high school juniors who reside in Haverhill. Full details and requirements can be found here. Student testimonials: While volunteering, I saw people of all ages playing games, socializing, reading, studying, and utilizing programs such as community outreach, movie night, […]