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Sandown Public Library
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Official Bluesky account for Sandown Public Library, providing our residents access to information and hosting community-based programs since 1893.
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From coast to coast & beyond, libraries & library workers are celebrating National Voter Registration Day by helping their patrons get registered, informed, & ready to vote!

But have YOU registered or checked your registration? Head to nationalvoterregistrationday.org/register-to-vote/ right now!
TODAY is National Voter Registration Day. Join us today to make an impact. Vote local.
September 15, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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Happy Dot Day! #dotday

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September 15, 2026 at 8:08 PM
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Incoming offer from your local library... #LibraryCardSignUpMonth
September 1, 2026 at 6:37 PM
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September is #LibraryCardSignUpMonth! We're kicking off this year's celebration with honorary chair Laufey, who wants you to stop in to your library and sign up for a library card.

Learn more and find ways to celebrate and support your library: https://bit.ly/3MtzVqC
September 1, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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Learn how plants are transformed into art, used for cleaning, used to make delicious foods, and generally repurposed! From coconut cleaners to banana leaf art, this hands-on experience draws from the Mariposa's collection of artifacts from around the world.
Register today at bit.ly/SPLcalendarevents
A poster promoting an upcoming library event. Various leaves adorn the borders of a plain green background. Among the leaves are flowers, butterflies, a coconut, and a banana. Text reads: "Mariposa Museum, exploring plant life, from coconut cleaners to banana leaf art. Wednesday, July 22 at 11:30 AM. Register now! bit.ly/SPLcalendarevents" End text.
July 13, 2026 at 3:11 PM
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A new month means a handful of new reasons to visit your local library (including a new book club for poetry lovers!)
#publiclibrary #libraryevents #librarybookclubs
Infographic for upcoming events in May at the Sandown Public Library. Background is a washed-out scene of flowers and clouds. An arrow points to and highlights a new upcoming event, Poems & Poets. Text reads: "Upcoming events for May. Red Cross Blood Drive, May 9th, located at the REC Center. Registration required! www.redcrossblood.org. Trustee Meeting, May 14th, 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Poems & Poets (NEW!), May 18th, 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Closed for Memorial Weekend May 23rd - 25th." End text. Infographic for upcoming programs for adults in May at the Sandown Public Library. Background is colorful swirling abstract lines. Text reads: "Adult programs for May. 5/4 Monday Morning Mystery, 10:30 to 11:30 AM. 5/4 and 5/18, Fiber Fest, 2:30 to 3:30 PM. 5/4 Monday Movies, 5:30 to 7:30 PM. 5/11 Food for Thought, 6:30 to 7:30 PM. 5/18 Book 2 Movie, 5:30 to 7:30 PM. 5/18 NEW Poems and Poets, 6:30 to 7:30 PM. 5/20 Books and Bites 4:30 to 6:00 PM." End text. Infographic for upcoming programs for kids in May at the Sandown Public Library. Background is bright yellow with various pink, yellow, and white flowers scattered around. The overall feeling is very groovy. Text reads: "Kids programs for May. 5/4 Lego League 4:30 to 5:30 PM. 5/20 Kids Kraft, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, and 4:30 to 5:30 PM. 5/21 Music Programs, Ages 1-3 10:00 to 10:45 AM, Ages 3-5, 11:00 to 11:45 AM. Ages 6+, 12:00 to 12:45 PM. 5/27 STEAM Explorers 1:00 to 2:00 PM, and 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Plus... Every Tuesday: Story Time (3+), 10:00 to 11:00 AM. 5/7, 5/14, 5/28: Toddler Tales, 10:00 to 10:45 AM." End text.
May 4, 2026 at 1:47 PM
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Our library is celebrating #starwarsday in style by displaying a patron's Star Wars memorabilia (thanks, Caroline!) and creating an endcap that features some of our Star Wars books.
How will YOU be celebrating?
#starwars #maythefourth #maythe4th
May 4, 2026 at 1:36 PM
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National Poetry Month may be almost over, but we plan to keep the love of poetry going with our NEW poetry book club, Poems & Poets. First meeting is May 18th at 6:30.
We'll be posting even more poems as the day approaches!
#poetry #bookspinepoetry #spinepoetry #foundpoetry
A photograph of a stack of books. The books are arranged to create a poem out of the titles depicted on their spines. The poem reads: "Dear world, I was here. Promise me you'll remember me before I let you go forever." End text.
April 28, 2026 at 9:20 PM
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Not sure what to read for World Book Day? It's okay...we've got options 😉
#worldbookday #Ilovebooks #publiclibrary
April 23, 2026 at 7:38 PM
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With spring break on the way, we've teamed up with the Sandown Recreation Department to bring you a week's worth of exciting activities. Not just for kids, but for adults too.
Check our website's Events tab for more information!
#libraryactivities #springactivities #publiclibraryevents
April 7, 2026 at 9:35 PM
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April is upon us, which can only mean one thing...
#aprilfools
March 31, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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Spring is HERE!! 🌿🧺🌼📚
What's on your to-read list for the season? #springreading #springtime
March 21, 2026 at 6:34 PM
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Get jiggy with some traditional Irish tunes on March 21st, when the musical duo "JuBilly" will be performing live in our library! The concert starts at 1:30 PM so don't delay and sign up today 💚
March 10, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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❤️ Just ONE donation can make all the difference in the world. Come to the REC on Friday, March 6th to help us give the gift of life to those who need it. Appointments are required and can be scheduled at www.redcrossblood.org with the sponsor code SANDOWNCOMMUNITY
#blooddrive #redcross #donateblood
March 2, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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‼️The American Red Cross is currently facing a SEVERE blood shortage! In response, a blood drive is being held at the Sandown REC on Friday, March 6, from 12 to 4:30 PM. Appointments can be made at www.redcrossblood.org using the sponsor code SANDOWNCOMMUNITY
#redcross #donateblood #blooddrive
February 26, 2026 at 9:19 PM
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Greg Smith from The Greenland Advocate will be giving a presentation on Greenland this weekend at our library. View breathtaking images and hear amazing facts as we learn about this rich and vast island. Sign up now by visiting our website's Events tab! #greenland #publiclibrary #libraryevents
A sleek, minimalistic promotional flyer for an upcoming library event, titled "Exploring Greenland." Text reads: "Exploring Greenland. An informative program presented by Greg Smith, from The Greenland Advocate. Saturday, February 28th. 1:00 to 2:30 PM." End text. Beneath the text is a map of Greenland, with Greenland's flag sticking out. Scattered around are several scenic pictures of Greenland itself.
February 24, 2026 at 10:51 PM
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This weekend our library welcomes local author Michael Cameron Ward to speak about growing up black in rural NH. His biographical books, “A Colored Man in Exeter” & “The Colored Folks Ain’t Gonna Make it”, balance love and humor with deep insight. Join us on Saturday, February 21st from 11 to 12 PM!
Promotional image for an upcoming event at the Sandown Public Library. At the top, a portrait of author Michael Cameron Ward is depicted next to the text "Local author chat: Michael Cameron Ward." Below, a quote is written: "Michael, I want you to write the stories of our existence. I want my great grandchildren to know from whence they came." The event is listed to be held on Saturday, February 21st from 11 AM to 12 PM. Two images showing the covers of his books, "A Colored Man in Exeter" and "The Colored Folks Ain't Gonna Make It" are shown in the bottom right corner. An arrow points to the covers and text reads "Available now!"
February 19, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Still searching for a last minute Valentine's Day Card...? Don't worry, your local library's got you covered. We've prepared over 10 digital valentines for readers of ALL AGES to send or print out!
Remember, your library loves you! 📚💞 #valentinesday #valentinesdaycards #publiclibrary (1/3)
Grey minimalist valentine card that reads: "I love you almost as much as I love my library card. (keyword: almost)" Clipart of a cozy reading nook is across from the text. Beneath, there is a space to write who the card is to and from. The corner features a stamp of the Sandown Public Library's logo. Pink minimalist valentine card that reads: "Are you reading what I'm reading, Valentine?" Clipart of two comical eyes peek out from behind a book with hearts billowing out behind it. Beneath, there is a string of hearts and a space to write who the card is to and from. The corner features a stamp of the Sandown Public Library's logo. Pink minimalist valentine card that reads: There's no one else I'd rather be reading with, Valentine!" In the center is clipart of two smiling hearts happily holding hands, hearts swirling around them. Beneath that, there is a space to write who the card is to and from. The corner features a stamp of the Sandown Public Library's logo. Orange minimalist valentine card that reads: "You'll always be #1 in my book, Valentine." Behind the #1 is clipart of an open book, making it look like the #1 is jumping out. Orange hearts float in the background. Beneath, there is a space to write who the card is to and from. The corner features a stamp of the Sandown Public Library's logo.
February 12, 2026 at 10:31 PM
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We are OFFICIALLY RELAUNCHING our Instagram account! 📚Find and follow us at sandown_public_library_nh. Don't have an account? Don't worry, we'll still be here on Bluesky (and Facebook) 😉 #instagram
Post announcing the return of Sandown Public Library's Instagram account. At the bottom, links to our Facebook (@ Sandown Public Library), Bluesky (@sandownlibrary.bsky.social), and our personal website (https://sandownlibrary.us) are provided.
January 17, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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Libby. Hoopla. Kanopy. All available FOR FREE with your Sandown Public Library card. What are you waiting for? #libby #hoopla #kanopy
January 13, 2026 at 7:35 PM
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Our teens and tweens book club PageTurners is meeting Tuesday, November 4th to discuss the AMAZING autobiographical graphic novel Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi. Haven't read it? Pick up a copy today!
Image is promoting the PageTurners Book Club at the Sandown Public Library. The book chosen is Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi. Meeting time is Tuesday, November 4th from 5 to 6 PM. Image features art from the book.
October 27, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Our shelves are haunted...by BOOks!! 👻
October 14, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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Libraries are the building blocks of a better world. Readers and freethinkers alike—we've got your back at the Sandown Public Library!
September 9, 2025 at 5:47 PM