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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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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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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. […]

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Featured Digital Resource: Wowbrary

Do you want to be among the first to learn about new arrivals at the Haverhill Public Library?  With Wowbrary, you can receive FREE alerts about new items added to the library’s collection! To sign up, follow these steps: Be sure to check your email for a weekly message with the newest books, music, and […]

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November Displays Around the Library

Nonfiction: Transgender Awareness Week November 13-19 is Transgender Awareness Week. This is followed by Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20. Explore stories and experiences about the trans community through our display of memoirs, biographies, nonfiction books, and DVDs. Explore our Pride Month booklists for more recommendations! Fiction: Reading is a Feast for the Mind! […]

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November Adult Events at HPL

11/1 | 11 AM-12 PM | Spanish Conversation Practice Are you looking to improve your conversational Spanish in a supportive and friendly environment? Join us the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 11 AM-12 PM. Come practice your Spanish speaking and learn some vocab! No registration required. 11/1 | 2-3 PM | Adult […]

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Clementine: Book One by Tillie Walden

Calling all fans of The Walking Dead!  Did you know that there’s an amazing series set in that universe by graphic novelist Tillie Walden? After recently completing the final installment in this series–a fantastic book!–I’m here to recommend that you start with Clementine: Book One.  The trilogy follows Clementine, a teen navigating her way through the […]

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October Tech Class: Word Basics

Tuesday, October 7 2:00-3:30 PM OR Wednesday, October 15, 6:00-7:30 PM Join us to learn the basics of using Microsoft Word!  This is a great class if you want to learn about a word processing program for typing letters, resumes, papers, and more.  Plus, Microsoft Word is available on the library’s public computers! Registration is […]

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October Adult Events at HPL

10/1 | 9:30-11:30 AM | VIRTUAL 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group — Resumes (“A Pocketful of STARS”) This week’s topic (October 1) is Resumes! The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am […]

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September Adult Events at HPL

9/2 | 10 AM-12:15 PM | Classic Matinees: Back to School Join us in watching some classics celebrating getting back to school. Today is Footloose (1984) starring Kevin Bacon and Chris Penn.   No registration required. 9/2 | 6-7 PM | Chess Club Are you looking to challenge someone in a game of Chess? Drop by our monthly […]