Hiking in Benson Park

Summer Reading is underway! Check out the raffle prizes in our display case, and yes, that is a big stuffed dragon!

Not yet signed up? Let us know the next time you're in!

During nicer weather we like to open up the patio area just outside our circulation desk. Feel free to have a seat!

Note: If you are interested in a program, please take the time to register. Registering helps us properly prepare for programs and allows us to contact you if the program needs to be cancelled.

Robotics for Families with Ned!

Monday, July 3rd @ 10:00am and 12:00pm

Families with children 7+ are welcome to play with Ned, our collaborative robot (or "cobot") arm based on open-source technologies and designed specifically for education, vocational training and more.

Work "all together now" to program Ned to locate, pick up and drop objects, or to just wave "hi"!

Click here to learn more about Ned and watch him in action!

Family units of 5 or less. No young children please.

Creative Kids: Lantern

Monday, July 3rd @ 1:30pm and 3:00pm

Kids entering grades 1-5 are invited to create art with us.

* Registration required. Only register the children participating in the event. 

Preschool Playtime and Family Lawn Games

Wednesday, July 5th @ 10:00am

Children ages 2-6 are invited to play with our water tables. There will be an indoor activity in the case of inclement weather. 

Older children ages 6-12 and their families can play lawn games. Lawn games canceled for inclement weather.

Be An Earth Hero with Squam Lakes Nature Center

Wednesday, July 5th @ 1:30pm

A naturalist from the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center will introduce you to three LIVE ANIMALS native to NH and share the inspiring stories of three Earth Heroes whose work has helped to ensure their survival.

Dino the Therapy Dog

Wednesday, July 5th @ 3:00pm



Come meet Dino, the therapy dog. Dino is a St. Bernard who loves to be petted. 

Teen Candy Bar BINGO

Wednesday, July 5th @ 3:00pm

Students entering grades 8-12 are invited to come to the library to play BINGO and win candy bars!

True Crime Podcast Club: The Dropout

Wednesday, July 5th @ 7:00pm

This month we’ll be discussing to "The Dropout" which tells the story of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos. Listen to all episodes for free on Spotify, Stitcher, or Apple Podcasts.  

Don't know how podcast club works? It's exactly like a book club but instead of reading a book prior to the meeting you listen to a podcast!

Story Safari at Bensons

Thursday, July 6th @ 10:00am

Come to Benson Park for some songs, stories, and bubbles!

All ages welcome. Geared to ages 3-8. 

Meet us near the playground. Bring blankets and chairs.

If it is raining, we'll meet in the gorilla cage. If it's pouring, we'll see you next time.

Tween DIY Neon Sign

Thursday, July 6th @ 1:30pm

Tweens (grades 5-8) are invited to make their own neon sign.

Registration required. 

Teen DIY Neon Sign

Thursday, July 6th @ 3:00pm

Highschool students are invited to make their own neon sign.

Concert: Jazz Standards and Pop Classics featuring vocalist Carol Leary

Thursday, July 6th @ 7:00pm

Hudson resident and jazz singer Carol Leary and a duo of musicians present a night of jazz classics and pop standards. Bring your chairs or blankets and a picnic supper if you wish..

This will be outside on the lawn.

Benson Park Hike

Friday, July 7th @ 9:15am

Circulation Librarian Dana Benner will lead a weekly hike at Benson Park. Be prepared for a 45-60 minute hike up and down hill on uneven ground. Meet at the gorilla cage at 9:15 in sturdy shoes to leave for a hike at 9:30. Please remember to bring water.



Rain or shine, but we'll see you next week if it is pouring. No pets please. 

Stitching Together

Friday, July 7th @ 9:30am

Do you have an itch to stitch? All ages are welcome to join our stitching circle.

Learn to knit or crochet or show off your skills. Whether you are an expert or a beginner, you are welcome here. 

No registration required.

Genealogy Club: Overview of the Hard Winter of 1880

Friday, July 7th @ 1:30pm

Cindy Wilson will share, through photographs and newspaper quotes, what it was like for those living through the historic Hard Winter of 1880-81, which impacted western Minnesota and eastern Dakota Territory just as new settlers were working to establish new towns and farms

Teen MarioKart Tournament

Friday, July 7th @ 2:00pm

Teens entering grades 8-12 are invited to play MarioKart and win prizes. 

Dungeons & Donuts

Saturday, July 8th @ 9:30am

Are you looking for people to play Dungeons & Dragons with? Are you new to the game or have you been playing for decades? Come play and grab a donut!

Lithuanian Cooking

with Chef Oonagh Williams

Saturday, July 8th @ 10:00am

Join Chef Oonagh Williams for a program on Lithuanian Cooking. She will demonstrate Lithuanian dishes and have samples for tasting. You may have seen her on WMUR Manchester's Cook's Corner segments. Please register so that Chef Oonagh will know how much food to prepare.