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Upcoming programs for the college bound

Throughout September and October, we have several programs available to help those planning to attend college! Go to College, Not into Debt – VIRTUALTuesday, Sept. 10 at 6:30pmExplore the complex world of need-based and merit based financial aid. Parents and students will learn about how to lower costs under the new FAFSA rules, the newly […]

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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: Being a page was a very enjoyable experience for me because of my love of books. One of my favorite parts of […]

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“The September House” by Carissa Orlando

Most people might be put off by the ghosts living in their house, but Margaret is not most people. She is patient, she knows the rules, and she will not let a little disembodied screaming chase her out of her dream home. Sure, some of the ghosts bite, and yes the walls bleed horrendously every […]

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September Adult Events at HPL

Check out these adult events happening in September! 9/4 | 12-1pm | Fit N Trim Come join us for a new adult fitness class called Fit N Trim! You can improve your balance, strength and flexibility in this class. Wednesdays, September 4th through October 30th from 12-1 with instructor Sandra Bernat. Adding weight training 1-2x […]

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Pruning Made Easy: A Gardener’s Visual Guide to When and How to Prune Everything, from Flowers to Trees by Lewis Hill

This classic guide gives detailed explanations and illustrations in the care of trees and shrubs. It offers specific advice for pruning many different species, and also provides clear guidance for pruning at various life stages and for for different purposes. Some examples: pruning to rejuvenate an older plant, or to create a barrier. There is […]

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Tech Class: Applying for Benefits Online

Learn how to use online tools to find and apply for resources including food assistance, jobs, unemployment, healthcare and more. Understand what information you’ll need and which websites to use and find out how the library can help you grow your technology skills! By the end of the class, you will feel more comfortable understanding […]

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“Small Miracles” by Olivia Atwater

Gadriel, the fallen angel of petty temptations, has never agreed with the point system of Sin and Virtue that decides a human’s fate after they die.  Why should eating chocolate cost you a ½ point of Sin?  Despite this, she stays out of the way and tries not to catch the notice of other angelic […]

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“Milk Street Cookish” by Christopher Kimball

Recent changes in my personal schedule gifted me a fresh start – an opportunity to get back into the habit of cooking regularly! I am really enjoying this change and hope to keep things interesting by trying a variety of recipes, but also need to keep it simple and quick. As with many people, I […]

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Dive into Reading!

Pools can be a lot of work, but don’t worry, we have your books to help with that! And when the hard work is over, we have some summer themed books and movies to help you relax! Visit our Booklist page to download this and other custom booklists prepared by our librarians! You can also […]

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Truly, Madly, Deeply by Alexandria Bellefleur

Truly Livingston is a romance author and hopeless romantic. She believes in happily ever afters. And then…she walks in on her fiance cheating on her. Not only that, her parents, whom she believed to be in the perfect marriage, have announced they are separating. She is devastated, angry, and lost AND she was just invited […]