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Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Art Gallery
Event Details:

The Greater Concord Photo Club is a group of friendly photographers who meet monthly to review each other's work.  Every member can submit up to 3 photos per month for review.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Seasons of Reading: Final Meetup & Book Swap!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Book Discussion, Reading Program
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Upstairs Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of our first year-long reading challenge with refreshments and prizes provided by the library, alongside a special Book Swap for our participants!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Merrimack County Saving Bank Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore a new topic each week with stories, songs and rhymes designed to spark your child’s imagination and create the foundations for early literacy.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Little Makers

3:00pm–3:45pm
Children, Birth to Pre-K, Elementary
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Upstairs Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to Pre-K, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

An arts & crafts program for our youngest messy makers! Take part in sensory and process art activities designed to inspire your little one's creativity and curiosity.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library may use photos in its publicity, including our website and social media platforms. If you do not want your photo used, please send an email to info@bakerfreelib.org, and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

World Explorers

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary, Middle School
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Upstairs Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adventure awaits! Travel the world and explore new countries, all from the comfort of Baker Free Library. World Explorers is a monthly, travel-inspired club for kids aged 8-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Time with Liesl!

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Computers & Technology
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Tech Time with Liesl! Get help with: Libby/Overdrive, Hoopla, Kanopy, EBSCOhost, HeritageQuest, Ancestry.com, Kindle, email, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, using our library catalog, and more! 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Merrimack County Saving Bank Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Encourage school readiness with a storytime for active bodies and minds!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group

White Rock Book Group

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion

White Rock Book Group

Do you love to read outside of your comfort zone?  Do you enjoy talking about books with others?  Then our monthly Book Talk at White Rock Senior Center is for you!

This group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 1pm. Copies of the monthly book are available at the Library.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group

Ruff Readers

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Elementary, Middle School
Reading Program
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Upstairs Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School
Program Type: Reading Program
Event Details:

Children can gain confidence and improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to a one-of-a-kind audience!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library may use photos in its publicity, including our website and social media platforms. If you do not want your photo used, please send an email to info@bakerfreelib.org, and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

An Evening with Jane Austen

5:00pm–7:30pm
Middle School, Teens, Adults
Special Event
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Merrimack County Saving Bank Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

On December 16th, 1775, Jane Austen was born in the quaint village of Steventon, Hampshire in England. 250 years later, she remains a beloved figure in the literary world.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library may use photos in its publicity, including our website and social media platforms. If you do not want your photo used, please send an email to info@bakerfreelib.org, and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Merrimack County Saving Bank Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore a new topic each week with stories, songs and rhymes designed to spark your child’s imagination and create the foundations for early literacy.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Time with Liesl!

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Computers & Technology
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Tech Time with Liesl! Get help with: Libby/Overdrive, Hoopla, Kanopy, EBSCOhost, HeritageQuest, Ancestry.com, Kindle, email, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, using our library catalog, and more! 

Branches:
Baker Free Library
Description:

The library will be closed for carpet cleaning today. Staff will still be available by email.

Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Cafe & Bow Rotary Room
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Community Game Day

11:00am–2:00pm
Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Special Event
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Upstairs Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Middle School, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Stop in to play a competitive or cooperative game, play cards, or complete a puzzle! Bring your favorite game to share with others, or choose from one in BFL's collection. All ages welcome; registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Time with Liesl!

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Computers & Technology
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Tech Time with Liesl! Get help with: Libby/Overdrive, Hoopla, Kanopy, EBSCOhost, HeritageQuest, Ancestry.com, Kindle, email, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, using our library catalog, and more! 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Drive-in Movie!

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Elementary
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Merrimack County Saving Bank Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Construct a cardboard "car" and join us at the library for a drive-in movie! At this special program, children will decorate their own cardboard vehicles and climb inside to enjoy a short film.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library may use photos in its publicity, including our website and social media platforms. If you do not want your photo used, please send an email to info@bakerfreelib.org, and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

2026 Seasons of Reading Challenge Begins

All Day 1/2–1/10
Teens, Adults
Reading Program
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Room: Staff Tech Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Reading Program
Event Details:

BFL's annual reading challenge returns for its second year! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Pop-Up Craft

10:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by the Circulation Desk for a take-and-make craft kit: pinecone birdfeeders! A classic winter treat for your feathered friends! Available until supplies last!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Time with Liesl

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Baker Free Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Tech Time with Liesl! Get help with: Libby/Overdrive, Hoopla, Kanopy, EBSCOhost, HeritageQuest, Ancestry.com, Kindle, email, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, using our library catalog, and more!