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February Tech Class: Internet Basics

Session I: Wednesday, 2/12 | 2-3pm | Session II: Wednesday, 2/19 | 2-3pm | For those who have never touched a computer or have limited mouse skills, this class will introduce the basics of having a computer, mouse and keyboard. We will also explore how to find information online and develop web browsing skills. This […]

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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe centers on narrator Aristotle (Ari), a fifteen-year-old in El Paso, Texas, particularly his friendship with another boy, Dante. In this coming-of-age story, Sáenz expertly explores the tension and confusion that are central to the adolescent experience as well as the challenges that come with navigating same-sex […]

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Featured Digital Resource: The New York Times Article Archive

Did you know that you can access articles from The New York Times using just your Haverhill Public Library card? Gale’s New York Times Article Archive provides access to full-text articles dating back to 1985, with indexing dating back to 1965. In addition to basic and advanced search options, the database includes a topic finder, […]

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December Displays Around the Library

This December, check out a book from one of our displays! We have three displays for adults on the first floor. Stop by and see what’s available! Nonfiction: Tune In To a Good Book! Tune in to a good book this month by checking out a book from our nonfiction display! All titles are about […]

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November Adult Craft: Make Your Own Velvet Pumpkin!

Session 1: Friday, November 15 at 2:00pm Session 2: Saturday, November 23 at 2:00pm Make a velvet pumpkin! All supplies will be provided. This program will have two sessions: Friday, November 15 from 2:00pm-3:00pm, and Saturday, November 23 from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Please register for just one session. These sessions are for adults, and will be led […]

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Join Us for Internet Basics!

Session I: Wednesday, 10/9 | 2-3pm | Session II: Wednesday, 10/16 | 2-3pm | For those who have never touched a computer or have limited mouse skills, this class will introduce the basics of having a computer, mouse and keyboard. We will also explore how to find information online and develop web browsing skills. This […]

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Gale in Context: U.S. History

Looking for reliable resources to help provide context for the events, people, movements and more that make up the history of the United States? Try Gale in Context: U.S. History! This resource provides curated content on various topics within U.S. history, and brings together scholarly articles, news sources, images, and more to make identifying and […]

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Hispanic Heritage Month 2024

September 15 to October 15 of each year marks National Hispanic Heritage Month (Mes nacional de la herencia hispana), and is a time to celebrate the achievements and stories of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Stop by the nonfiction book display during September to check out an assortment of titles that highlight Hispanic and Latino American […]

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August Adult Craft: Make Your Own Fairy and Gnome House!

Session 1: Saturday, August 10 at 2:00pm Session 2: Wednesday, August 21 at 2:00pm Make a fairy and gnome house! All supplies will be provided. This program will have two sessions: Saturday, August 10 from 2:00pm-3:00pm, and Wednesday, August 21 from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Please register for just one session. These sessions are for adults, and will […]

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Melissa by Alex Gino

Melissa by Alex Gino is a delightful story that highlights the importance of being yourself. The big, bright letters spelling “be who you are” on the back cover suggest it, but the story inside makes it clear. The titular protagonist is a young transgender girl who navigates her gender alongside interactions with family, her best […]