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May Booklist: Freegal Music Finds

Have you checked out Freegal Music yet? It’s a free music streaming service you can access through the library! You can download the app or find out more at www.freegalmusic.com. Find this and other booklists on our Booklists page! Page 1 albums: Earth Kitt, “Platinum & Gold Collection”; Jeff Tweedy, “Twilight Override”; Bad Bunny, “Debí […]

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High and Low by Kurosawa/Highest 2 Lowest by Lee

Time for a double feature! No spoilers. Based on Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 film High and Low, Spike Lee’s newest film Highest 2 Lowest is the story of a wealthy man caught up in the attempted kidnapping of his son. High and Low tells the story of a basically decent man, Kingo Gondo (played by the […]

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May Displays Around the Library

Nonfiction: Immigrant and Refugee Stories Searching for stories about the lived experiences of immigrants and refugees? This month, explore our display of memoirs, biographies, and more nonfiction books. Are you seeking local, state, or national resources about immigration, citizenship, & more? Check out our New Americans page. Fiction: Drama on the Page Explore the world […]

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“The Puerto Rican War: A Graphic History” by John Vasquez Mejias

Have you ever read about the 1950 insurrection in Puerto Rico, the ensuring deaths of 38 people, and the attempted assassination of President Harry S. Truman?  If not, read about Puerto Rican history and American colonialism in “The Puerto Rican War: A Graphic History” by John Vasquez Mejias. John Vasquez Mejias created this graphic novel with […]

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The Book of Lost Names- Kristin Harmel

This WWII fictional story shows the power of resistance against the Third Reich. Our main character Eva risks her life to help children of the Holocaust. By creating fake identities for Jewish children, she saves countless lives while dealing with her father’s arrest. There is heartbreak, loss, survival, and family centering wartime. This was one […]

--Adult Events

May Adult Events at HPL

5/1 | 10 AM-12 PM | Friday Fun Due to the upcoming renovation, Friday Flicks in the Auditorium is paused until further notice! Instead, join us for Friday Fun in the Milhendler Room! Same time (10 AM – 12 PM), but different activities! Drop in weekly for crafts, games, and other fun activities for adults […]

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May Tech Class: Internet Basics

Session I: Friday, 5/1 | 2-3pm | Session II: Friday, 5/8 | 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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Featured Digital Resource: Freegal Music+

Your Go-To Music Site! Download the app or use your computer to access over 20 million songs, including today’s top music and yesterday’s hits. Build your own playlists, listen to curated playlists, or simply enjoy an album. All ad-free! Freegal Music+ is a free music service which offers download or streaming access to more than 20 million […]

Special Collections

Special Collections CLOSED

Special Collections closed on May 1, 2026, for the first phase of the Haverhill Public Library renovation project. We expect to remain closed for at least 4-6 months.* Phase 1 is addressing the Third Floor, which houses Special Collections, Special Collections’ closed storage areas, and staff areas. Neither patrons nor staff will be able to […]

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The Jellyfish by Boum

The Jellyfish by Boum (Samantha Leriche-Gionet) is a graphic novel that follows main character Odette’s journey through vision loss. The story begins with Odette visiting an optometrist because of a small jellyfish in their eye. Over time, the situation intensifies, and it begins to impact Odette’s life in various ways. Boum provides a sensitive portrayal […]