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 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!
Robot Petting Zoo
Wednesday, July 9th at 6:30 pm
Robot Petting Zoo
July 9th at 6:30 PM at the Library
Meet the robot ambassadors from Sages Entertainment and take your first steps into the world of coding through hands-on exploration! During this interactive event, you'll discover how robots support people in everyday life—and even try writing the code that makes them work.
The program will begin with a 10–15 minute demonstration to introduce the evening’s activities and flow. Then, explore at your own pace across five interactive stations.
This is a family-friendly event designed for curious minds of all ages—come ready to play, learn, and imagine the future!
Free and open to the public. Attendance will be limited to allow for hands on interaction. Please sign up!
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 Book Club
Wednesday, July 30th at 6:30 pm
Book and Dagger by Elise Graham
Wednesday, July 30th at 6:30pm
The untold story of the academics who became OSS spies, invented modern spycraft, and helped turn the tide of the war.
At the start of WWII, the U.S. found itself in desperate need of an intelligence agency. The Office of Strategic Services (OSS), a precursor to today’s CIA, was quickly formed—and, in an effort to fill its ranks with experts, the OSS turned to academia for recruits. Suddenly, literature professors, librarians, and historians were training to perform undercover operations and investigative work—and these surprising spies would go on to profoundly shape both the course of the war and our cultural institutions with their efforts.
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
July 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.
July Highlights from Ompractice:
Self-Care Summer Challenge - Take 3 classes this month to recharge
New Class: Sound Sleep with Reggie – July 27 @ 7:30pm ET - Get better, deeper sleep!
Live July 4 Class with Claudia - July 4 @12pm ET - Guided meditation for energetic renewal
New On-Demand Meditations - Designed for veterans, first responders & caregivers
Night Owl Meditations - 5-minute walking + seated practices for night shift workers
Cookbook Club
Saturday, July 12th at Noon
If you like to experiment with new recipes while sharing your experiences, this club is for you! Using Ottolenghi Simple as our inspiration, participants will make a recipe to share during our meeting. We will discuss what we liked and did not like, all while dining on prepared dishes.
In Ottolenghi Simple, powerhouse author and chef Yotam Ottolenghi presents 130 streamlined recipes packed with his signature Middle Eastern-inspired flavors. Each dish can be made in 30 minutes or less, with 10 or fewer ingredients, in a single pot, using pantry staples, or prepared ahead of time for brilliantly, deliciously simple meals.
Copies of the cookbook are available for checkout at the Library. Free and open to the public. No sign up necessary.
Game Day
Saturday, July 12th
Game Day and Chess Club! Monthly!
Saturday, July 12th 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.
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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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)