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Fall Colors in Japan:
Two Weeks in Tokyo,
Kyoto and Osaka
Jim Kedersha, presenter
Thursday, April 9 at 6:00pm
Experience Japan through images of its iconic and lesser know sites. Visit majestic Mt. Fuji, Shinto and Buddhist shrines, and absorb Kyoto’s cultural history. You'll see and hear what it's like to stay in a Buddhist monastery, have dinner with a Geisha, or visit a 1000 year-old cemetery. Jim Kedersha has been combining his love of photography and travel for over 10 years. For armchair travelers, amateur photographers, and lovers of other cultures.
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John Perrault presents
Song of the Saco
Celebrating the Saco & other Rivers
Tuesday, April 14 at 6:00pm
Words matter. Music matters. John Perrault, former Portsmouth Poet Laureate, will bring his guitar, songs and poems to the Library in April. His presentation will celebrate the Saco River - and others that are the lifeblood of this land. All kinds of rivers - fast and slow, long and short. Rivers of poems and songs from Wordsworth to Whitman, from Dickinson to Dylan. From his own pen, too. Please join us for a most memorable evening.
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Herb Gardens
with UNH Extension
Master Gardener
Ann LaCroix
Thursday, April 23 at 6:00pm
This presentation is for those at any level of gardening who are interested in incorporating herbs into a new or established space or containers. You'll learn about the propagation and growing habits of readily available herbs, as well as some that are harder to find. An overview of environmental conditions necessary to grow herbs will also be discussed. The use of culinary herbs is included in this presentation, medicinal uses will not be covered.
Ann LaCroix became a UNH Extension Master Gardener in 2010. As a former biology and environmental science teacher, she enjoys continuing to share her knowledge of growing and caring for plants. When not busy in her own gardens, she manages the herb garden at the Boscawen Community Gardens.
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Hamnet
Monday, April 27 at 2:00pm
Hamnet is a 2025 historical drama directed by Chloé Zhao, who co-wrote the screenplay with Maggie O'Farrell, based on the 2020 novel by O'Farrell. The film dramatises the family life of William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes Hathaway as they cope with the death of their 11-year-old son Hamnet. It stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal as Agnes and William, alongside Emily Watson, Joe Alwyn, and Noah Jupe in supporting roles. Jessie Buckley won this year's Academy Award for Best Actress in her role as Agnes. PG-13. 126 minutes.
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Do-It-Yourself
Wind Chimes
Wednesday, April 15 3:30 - 4:30pm
Brighten up your space by crafting a spring wind chime for your home. Kids will decorate a dragonfly, butterfly, or hummingbird and string chimes to make a lovely musical sound. All materials will be provided. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Wolfeboro Public Library. This class is for ages 7 and up and registration is required. We can't wait to create with you! Register here.
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Escape Room Grades 7-12
Wednesday, April 29 2:30 - 3:15pm
Register here.
Escape Room Grades 3-6
Wednesday, April 29 3:45 - 4:30pm
Register here.
Challenge your wits! Beat the clock!
Try out our our new art-themed escape room. If you can solve the puzzles and open the final locked box before time runs out, you will win a prize. Space is limited and sign up is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Wolfeboro Public Library.
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Toddler Storytime
Spring Session: Tuesdays at 10:30am
March 31 - June 2
Celebrate Spring and join us for for stories, songs, and movement. This early literacy program is designed for 0-3 year old children, but siblings are always welcome as are slightly older children at their caregiver's discretion. We can't wait to sing and read with you!
Preschool Storytime
Spring Session: Thursdays at 10:30am
April 2 - June 4
Join us for stories, songs and crafts. Each week will feature a different theme and some wonderful books. This program is best for ages 3-6. Younger children are welcome at their caregiver's discretion.
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John Sandeen
1934 - 2026
John Sandeen played a major role in helping to shape the Library into the valuable community resource it is today. He served the Library in various capacities: on the Board of Trustees, as a member and chair of several committees, and as a founding member of the Wolfeboro Public Library Foundation.
A Celebration of Life for is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 10:30am. The service will be held at the First Congregational Church in Wolfeboro, with a reception at the church immediately following the ceremony.
Memorial Donations
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the following local organizations that were close to John's heart:
Wolfeboro Public Library Foundation: John was a founding member and former president who spearheaded major fundraising for the library's expansion.
Mailing Address: PO Box 472, Wolfeboro, NH 03894. Wolfeboro Public Library Foundation
Clearlakes Chorale: He served as president for three years and was a dedicated member of the chorale for over three decades. Website: Clearlakes Chorale
Wolfeboro Friends of Music: An organization John long supported for its commitment to bringing music to the Lakes Region. Wolfeboro Friends of Music
For those wishing to share a memory, a guestbook is available at the Library's front desk.
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History of the Rain
by Niall Williams
Tuesday, April 14 at 1:00pm
History of the Rain by Niall Williams is a 2014 novel narrated by Plain Ruth Swain, a bedridden young woman in County Clare, Ireland, who tells the story of her family, particularly her dead poet father, through the lens of books and the constant rain outside her attic window. The book is a witty, moving, and lyrical exploration of storytelling, family history, love, and loss, blending the mundane and the magical as it recounts generations of the Swain family's struggles and triumphs, including their difficult life on a small, poor farm. It was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize and is celebrated as a love letter to literature and the Irish landscape.
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The Mountain in the Sea
by Ray Nayler
Thursday, May 7 at 6:00pm
When pioneering marine biologist Dr. Ha Nguyen is offered the chance to travel to the remote Con Dao Archipelago to investigate a highly intelligent, dangerous octopus species, she doesn't pause long enough to look at the fine print. DIANIMA - a transnational tech corporation best known for its groundbreaking work in artificial intelligence - has purchased the islands, evacuated their population and sealed the archipelago off from the world so that Nguyen can focus on her research.
But the stakes are high: the octopuses hold the key to unprecedented breakthroughs in extrahuman intelligence and there are vast fortunes to be made by whoever can take advantage of their advancements. And no one has yet asked the octopuses what they think. And what they might do about it. 2023 Locus Award for Best First Novel. Register here.
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Library Assistant - Circulation
We are looking for a person to fill a part-time position for 20-25 per week working at the circulation desk. Must be computer literate, detail oriented, with excellent customer service skills. Includes afternoon and Saturday hours. College and/or library experience preferred. $17.50 per hour. Includes paid leave. Apply to: Wolfeboro Public Library, 259 South Main St., Wolfeboro NH 03894 or London.Summers@wolfeboropubliclibrary.org by April 20, 2026.
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Tech Tuesdays
Tuesdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Mike, our IT Administrator will be available to help you solve your tech-related problems. Bring in your phone, tablet or other device. Please call in advance for an appointment. This free service is limited to Wolfeboro Public Library cardholders.
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Cribbage for Everyone
Mondays at 1:00pm
Come and join others for a couple of hours of fun. Whether you are just learning the game or are an experienced player, you are welcome to join in.
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Weekly Mah Jongg
Thursdays at 1:00pm
Drop in for some fun and friendly competition, as you improve your game and meet new people.
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One-on-One Help
Wednesdays 10:00am - 3:00pm
Individual help for beginners, intermediates and beyond with volunteers from the Lakes Region Genealogy Interest Group. Learn the fundamentals of genealogy research. Get guidance on:
- starting your family history
- organizing your documents
- finding records
- exploring databases
- using genealogy programs like FamilySearch and Ancestry and more.
Bring your own laptop if possible. Email: BethFangmeyer@gmail.com
or call 603-252-2917 to set up an appointment or for more information.
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Weekly Drop-in Scrabble
Fridays 10:30am - noon
Looking for a little entertainment and a brain workout? Drop in our Bradley Room on Fridays to meet others for some fun rounds of this timeless board game.
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Senior Lunches
Monthly (dates vary)
Noon - 2:00pm
Great Hall at Wolfeboro Town Hall
Share a delicious meal and great company at the free monthly Senior Lunch, open to all community members ages 55 and up.
Pre-registration is required — call 603-569-5639 or visit our office at 390 Pine Hill Road to sign up. **Most lunches are free with a suggested donation, though some may require a small cash fee. Please check the Town's website for a complete listing of Senior and Recreation Department events.
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REGULAR HOURS
Monday – Wednesday 9:30am to 7pm
Thursday & Friday 9:30am to 5pm
Saturday 9:30am to 3pm
Closed Sunday
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