The Children’s Room offers a number of early literacy, creative, and social programs for children of all ages.
For a detailed list of current and upcoming programs (and library closings) check our events calendar, and for more information contact Youth Services at childrens.services@thehowe.org or 603-640-3268.
Rhythm and Rhyme Storytime
Singing, dancing, instruments and lots of fun! Recommended for children ages 5 and under. No registration required. We recommend arriving early to find parking. Please note that we will not hold this program November 11, November 25, December 23, December 30, February 24 and April 21.
Wednesdays
Mayer Room
Sept 9 – May 19
10:30 – 11 am
Simply Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes for children and their caregivers. Stay afterwards to play and connect. Recommended for children ages 5 and under. No registration required.
*Please note that we will not have Storytime on 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 2/25, 4/22
Thursdays
Mayer Room
Sept 10 – May 20
10:30 – 11 am
Chess Club 4 Kids
Learn to play chess while meeting new friends. This is a drop-in program with 20 minutes of instruction and plenty of time to play the game in a supportive environment. Chess sets and pieces provided. New members welcome. No registration required.
*Please note the club will not meet for the following: October 12, November 23, December 21, December 28, January 18, February 15, February 22, April 19.
Mondays
Starting Sept 14
5:00 – 6:30 pm

Legos At The Library
We’ve got the bricks; you bring the creativity! The theme changes weekly. Please leave your personal LEGO® sets at home. Children must be five years of age to participate. Weekly registration is required.
The following Thursdays
Children’s Program Room
3:45 – 5:00pm
Sept. 10th
Sept. 24th
Oct. 8th
Oct. 22nd
Nov. 5th
Nov. 19th
Dec. 3rd