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“Not Quite Dead Yet” by Holly Jackson

Whether you’re a fan of Holly Jackson’s A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder trilogy, or if you simply love a good murder mystery thriller, check out her debut adult novel, Not Quite Dead Yet! 27-year-old Jet Mason feels like her whole life is ahead of her, in no rush to make any big life decisions.  But […]

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Kid Librarian

Do you love reading? Want to share your favorite books with other kids and make new connections at the library? The Kid Librarian program is perfect for you! Each Kid Librarian gets a week to be the star of a special display at Haverhill Public Library. Who Can Be a Kid Librarian? This program is open […]

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January Displays Around the Library

This month for our Non-fiction display we are featuring books that celebrate all things Hygge. Hygge, pronounced (“hooga”), is a Danish word for a quality of coziness that comes from doing simple things such as lighting candles, baking, or spending time at home with your family. This is a time to celebrate the small joys […]

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Upcoming college prep programs

Are you thinking about attending college at some point? We have a variety of programs this month and next to help you prepare! With the exception of the Northern Essex info session, all programs will be held virtually. Empower & Excel: Successful College Transition for High School Students with IEP & 504 PlansThursday, January 15 […]

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January Adult Events at HPL

1/2 | 10 AM-12:30 PM | Friday Flicks In January, we’re watching some of the Transformers movies!  Today we watch Transformers (2007). Rated PG-13. No registration required. 1/3 | 11 AM-12 PM | VIRTUAL Spanish Conversation Practice On 1/3, we are meeting virtually through Zoom! Are you looking to improve your conversational Spanish in a supportive and friendly environment? […]

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Featured Digital Resource: GreenFILE

Are you looking to learn more about the impact humans have had on the environment? Explore GreenFILE by EBSCO! This database includes academic, general-interest, and government sources on a wide variety of environmental subjects. Users can limit results to peer-reviewed sources, full text works, or sources published within one of a number of date ranges. […]

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The Nightmare Before Kissmas

After a PR disaster, Coal Claus, Christmas prince and next in line to takeover as Santa, is called home to the North Pole to perform his holiday duties and rehab his image. His father also lets him know that he is to wed Iris, the Easter Princess and his childhood best friend. Word of this […]

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December Displays Around the Library

Check out our displays for adults this December! Our nonfiction display is dedicated to crafts to keep you cozy this winter, our fiction display includes a number of winter-themed selections, and our staff picks board always has recommendations from library staff! Nonfiction: Cozy Crafting Fiction: Welcome Winter Staff Picks

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December Adult Events at HPL

12/1 | 6-7:30 PM | English (ESL) Conversation Circle Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 PM. No registration required. 12/1 | 6:00-7:00 PM | VIRTUAL Holiday Stress Relief Meditation Workshop The holidays can be really stressful. […]