May 2026 Newsletter
“We dream to give ourselves hope. To stop dreaming - well, that’s like saying you can never change your fate.” - Amy Tan (1952- )
Library Updates
Pease Public Library Food Pantry: The Pease Public Library has a public-access food pantry! Visitors can find this located on the bottom floor of the library across from our book sale room.
New Check-Out Standard: Starting January 1st, 2026, all patrons must present either a library card or a driver’s license/photo identification when checking out any library materials. If you are missing your library card, replacements can be purchased at the front desk for one dollar. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
Hoopla Is Live!: Enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics and manga, music, movies, TV, and more—all with no waiting! Sign up for Hoopla with your Pease Public Library card at HooplaDigital.com or download the Hoopla app from your device’s app store. With Hoopla’s Instant collection, every title you see is available instantly. Just click or tap to borrow and start enjoying immediately. It works on smart devices or in your computer’s browser, so you can start on one device and pick up where you left off on another. You can stream titles or even download them for offline use if you’re going to be away from Wi-Fi. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact us at pease@peasepubliclibrary.org or 603-536-2616.
Friday - Saturday, May 1-30: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM: Judy Hayes Artist Expo
Inspired by the natural beauty of the Lakes Region, Judy is a firm believer that anyone can unlock their inner artist with the right tools. She brings an infectious, upbeat energy to her work, reminding us all that embracing new skills—at any stage of life—is a powerful way to fuel the soul and keep growing. Judy’s Art will be on display throughout the month of May. Please join us on Thursday May 21st at 6PM for an Artist Reception. Light refreshments generously funded by the Young Ladies Library Association.
Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (5/1) & 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (5/2): Video Game Vacation
Need something to do on those rainy May days? Come play video games at the library! We'll have a Nintendo Switch on loan from the New Hampshire Video Game Library, as well as several fun, multi-player games. Ages 12-19. Register in person or over the phone.
Monday-Saturday, May 11-16: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (5/11 - 5/15) & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (5/16): Ancient Egypt Murder Mystery:
Set on a remote desert excavation site in 1932 somewhere near Mount Sinai in Egypt. Professor Dough Upmore, an archaeologist led an expedition to uncover the tomb of a lesser known Pharaoh from the Ancient times. His expedition team had just unearthed the long-lost tomb of Pharaoh Rah-mi Nu-dl, who was said to have been cursed by the Gods themselves. While exploring the tomb the mystical seal was broken, much to the dismay of the more superstitious of those in the party, superstition only grew when a strange sickness befell those who were present at the unveiling. Tensions escalate when the Professor and the one responsible for breaking the seal was found dead under mysterious circumstances. With paranoia spreading through the camp, your team must figure out what killed him, whether it was indeed the work of the ancient curse or perhaps a more earthly threat from someone with an eye on his vast fortune. Was this the work of the mysterious curse.. or was this a member of the group.. could it be YOU?
**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED**
Wednesday (May 13) Registration
Thursday (May 14) Registration
Saturday (May 16) Registration
Wednesdays, May 6, 13, 20, & 27: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM: Storytime
Children and their adults can join a staff member for stories, songs or rhymes, and a movement activity. 10:15-10:30 is for ages 0-3, and 10:30-10:45 is for ages 3-5.
Wednesdays, May 6 & 20: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Book Buddies
Come read to Jack! Jack is a registered therapy dog and will be coming to the children’s room (with his handler) on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Reading to Jack is a great way for struggling and reluctant readers to build confidence and for shy kids to talk in a non-judgmental space.
Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, & 28: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Sensory Play
Join us in the hour before Thursday Storytime for lots of sensory fun! Your child will touch, smell, see and hear so many fun things. Activities may include kinetic sand, soap and water, finger paints, colored ice, and more!
Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, & 28: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Storytime
Children and their adults can join a staff member for stories, songs or rhymes, and a movement activity.
Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, & 28: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Knitting Club
The library’s knitting club meets every Thursday at 3:30PM. All skill levels and yarn crafters are welcome.
Friday, May 1: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Adult Morning Meditation
Connect with us in the Community Room for a guided morning meditation. To ensure everyone’s comfort, please bring your own yoga mat. We’ll have a few extra on hand, first come first served.
Friday,May 1: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Learn-to-Play a Board Game!
Join Faye for a monthly hang out where we learn to play a board game! Register here!
Monday, May 4: 12:30 AM - 1:30 PM: Baby Sensory Stations
Join us for an hour of sensory stimulation for your baby! We will have five separate stations to explore, as well as plenty of room to crawl or toddle or walk. Open to ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Wednesday, May 6: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Teen Cryptid Society
Ever wonder what’s lurking just beyond your periphery? Join the Cryptid Society, where every month we’ll learn about a new supernatural creature, while doing crafts and trying to spot the Loch Ness Monster. Ages 12-19.
Thursday, May 7: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Technology Workshop: Basics of AI Part 2
Join us for a Technology Workshop on the basics of AI part 2. In this series we will be cutting through the hype to bring you a clear understanding of how these powerful tools work. This is a must-attend for anyone curious about the mechanics behind the technology shaping our world.
Monday, May 11: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Nursery Rhyme Sing-Along!
Join Faye for a half-hour of musical fun for babies! Introduce your baby to early literacy and musical skills as we sing through a few nursery rhymes! Open to ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Monday, May 11: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Magic: The Gathering Club
Test your skills against your fellow sorcerers and join Faye in the Community Room for Magic: The Gathering Club! Open to ages 12-19. All skill levels are welcome!
Wednesday, May 13: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Art Club
Sharpen your pencils, dust off your notebooks, and join us in the YLLA Room for Art Club! There will be a structured craft, music, and plenty of time to draw or paint or sculpt whatever you would like. We'll have art supplies available, but feel free to bring your own! Ages 12-19.
Friday, May 15: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Creative Writing Club
Calling all writers! Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, join Faye in the YLLA Room for Creative Writing Club. This is a chill, low-stakes environment to hang out, workshop your writing, and learn from your community! Ages 12-19.
Tuesday, May 19: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM: 80’s Music BINGO
Break out the neon and tease that hair—we’re going back in time! Join us for a Totally Tubular 80s Bingo Night at the library. Whether you're a "material girl" or just want to "walk like an Egyptian," this is going to be a "righteous" afternoon of nostalgia and fun. Grab your lucky charms and get ready to shout "BINGO!" louder than a boombox. RSVP TODAY!
Wednesday, May 20: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Trustees Meeting
Monthly Library Board of Trustees Meeting.
Wednesday, May 20: 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: BREAD Meeting
Do you want a say in what Pease Public Library offers for tweens? Do you like snacks & talking? Talk to Faye, our Youth Services Librarian, about joining our Book Reading Enthusiastic Adolescent Directors.
Wednesday, May 20: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: TAC(oS) Meeting
Do you want a say in what Pease Public Library offers for tweens? Do you like snacks & talking? Talk to Faye, our Youth Services Librarian, about joining our Teen Advisory Council (of Stars).
Thursday, May 21: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Brick Builders
A monthly, themed, drop-in LEGO challenge for kids in grades 3+.
Thursday, May 21: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Artist Reception
Please join us on Thursday May 21st at 6PM for an Artist Reception.
Friday, May 22: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: T(w)een Slime Time
Come hang out with Faye and make slime at the library! All materials provided for ooey gooey slime, as well as a bag to take it home in. Ages 10-17.
Monday, May 25: 10:00 AM: Library Closed: Memorial Day
The Library will be closed in honor of Memorial Day.
New Books!
Adult Fiction
Clicking the image of the book will take you to the catalog. There you can read a summary, check availability, and/or place a hold.
Adult Non-Fiction
Children’s Books
Graphic Novels
Large Print
Young Adult
