Executive Order May Impact Services at the HFFL
An Executive Order issued Friday, March 14th, 2025 calls for the reduction and elimination of functions of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which is an independent federal agency that supports libraries and museums in all 50 states and U.S. territories. IMLS serves as the primary source of federal support for libraries and museums across the nation, aiming to inspire these institutions to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. (click to continue reading)
Adult Summer Reading
Starts June 10th
Summer reading is just around the corner! Adults can sign up beginning June 10th, and start collecting a raffle ticket for each book read! We have to thank our amazing local sponsors for Adult Summer Reading who have provided gift certificates for our raffle: Churchill's, Dodge's Agway, Quicksilver, The Old Salt, and Flowers by Marianne. Our grand prize is again provided this year by our loyal sponsor, Water Street Bookstore in Exeter! Stop in and check out our display of prizes generously donated this year. Happy Summer Reading!
Game Day
Saturday, June 14th
Game Day and Chess Club! Monthly!
DATE CHANGE: Saturday, June 14th 1- 4 pm
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Join our Game Masters to learn a new board, card, or dice game - or learn a bunch! We will be teaching games for all levels of gaming experience - whether you're 4 or 104, a Catan champion or a board game newbie, we're here to teach and play! We will have short card and dice games, party games, and longer campaigns all afternoon. Refreshments will be provided.
Open to all ages. Free and open to the public.
Summer Reading
Beginning June 21!
Join us for 50 Days of Summer Reading beginning June 21! Read every day this summer for a chance to win awesome prizes, including a Grand Prize of 4 tickets to Great Wolf Lodge's indoor water park!
Save the date for these exciting programs:
June 21 Kids Craft Fair and Summer Reading Kickoff
June 25 Wildlife Encounters - a visit from live animals!
July 9 Robot Petting Zoo - Get an up-close, hands-on look at lots of cool Robots!
July 16 Pajama Story Time with Miss Leah and Teddy Bear Sleepover
July 23 Flying High Dogs - a performance from incredible trained dogs!
August 6 Sub-Zero Ice Cream - a science show featuring liquid nitrogen, followed by ice cream for all!
Adult Book Club
Wednesday, June 25th at 6:30 pm
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The Saints of Swallow Hill by Donna Everhart
Wednesday, June 25th at 6:30pm
In the dense pine forests of North Carolina, turpentiners labor, hacking into tree trunks to draw out the sticky sap that gives the Tar Heel State its nickname, and hauling the resin to stills to be refined. Among them is Rae Lynn Cobb and her husband, Warren, who run a small turpentine farm together.
Though the work is hard and often dangerous, Rae Lynn, who spent her childhood in an orphanage, is thankful for it—and for her kind if careless husband. When Warren falls victim to his own negligence, Rae Lynn undertakes a desperate act of mercy. To keep herself from jail, she disguises herself as a man named "Ray" and heads to the only place she can think of that might offer anonymity—a turpentine camp in Georgia named Swallow Hill.
Join our discussion. Books available at the Library. Sign up for our Adult Book Club email list!
Digital Discovery
Fridays 2-4 pm
Drop-in Q&A Sessions, Fridays at the Hampton Falls Free Library
2:00 - 4:00 PM Starting January 10
Join Wendy Harrington every Friday between 2 and 4 pm at the Hampton Falls Free Library for a relaxed, informal session where you can ask questions and get help with any digital-related issue. Whether you're looking to manage your email, cut the cord on cable, research your family tree, control YouTube, or find property deeds online, Wendy is here to provide solutions to common problems. No question is too small!
Wendy - Library staff, tech enthusiast and former teacher - will give you personalized guidance with friendly, easy-to-understand advice. Snacks and coffee will be provided to make the experience even more enjoyable. Don’t miss out—come with your questions, leave with answers!
No sign-up, just drop in!
ompractice
June Community Picks
We’re building strength from the inside out!
Hampton Falls Library patrons have free access to over 100 live, online Ompractice classes weekly, an on-demand video library & new programming every month.
MONTHLY CHALLENGE: STRONG TO THE CORE!
Take 3 classes focused on core and back strength like
Pilates, Power Yoga, and Mobility. Build stability, improve
posture, and move with confidence. Strong core, strong
body, strong you!
FEATURED CLASSES:
LIVE: Yoga for Back Care with Ann Swanson:
Tuesdays, 7:30pm ET (45 min): This gentle, accessible
practice helps prevent and relieve back pain, while
improving posture, core strength, and flexibility.
LIVE: Pilates Mat with Jayne or Barb: Mondays &
Thursdays, 5:30pm ET (45 min): Strengthen your
abdominals, improve spine mobility, and build core
awareness - all while moving with breath and intention.
ON DEMAND: Walk it Out with Tasha (30 min): A fun,
low-impact walking workout you can do right at home.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Hampton Falls Free Library. Sign up here.
June is Audio Book Month!
Listen up! It's National Audiobook Month!
June is for sunshine, iced coffee, and listening to a good book! Whether you're commuting, cleaning, or just chilling, audiobooks are the perfect way to turn ANY moment into storytime.
Install the Libby app, find our library, and sign in with your library card. It's easy! Stop by the library for help during our open hours, we'd be glad to help you find your next - or first - audiobook!
New Books
Below is a scolling list of the latest titles added to our catalog.
Story Times
Summer 2025
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Under 5 Story Times will be held on Thursdays at 10:30 AM, June 26th and July 10 - August 7.
We will also be holding two Guinea Pig Story Times, Tuesday, June 24 and Tuesday, July 22 at 3:00 PM.
Pajama Story Time and Teddy Bear Sleepover Wednesday, July 16 at 5:00 and 6:30.
Email Miss Leah at kidlit@hamptonfallslibrary with any questions.
Messy Play
Summer 2025
Friday mornings all summer! Join us at 10:30 for Messy play every Friday from June 27 - August 8 (closed 7/4 for Independence Day)
Congratulations Erin!
How proud are we to announce that our Erin Sniderman has been honored for her leadership in expanding outreach at our Library with this National award! Erin is recognized for her leadership in anticipating emerging trends in services, products, and technologies that enhance the library’s position in its community. She has been the creative force behind numerous initiatives to unite our community.
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