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Book clubs, arts and crafts and much more are available at the Haverhill Public Library throughout the month of September. For more information and an updated schedule, visit HaverhillPL.org. All events are free and registrations can be confirmed online or by calling the library at 978-373-1586.
Sept. 5 at 10 a.m.: Film screening – “The Asphalt Jungle” starring Sterling Hayden. (Held in the Auditorium)
Sept. 5 & 12, 6:30 to 8 p.m.: Two-part Excel workshop taught by Lydia Mitchell of Technology Haven. Participants in this all-ages workshop must have experience using a mouse and keyboard. (Register online or by calling the library; held in the Computer Lab)
Sept. 7, 7 to 8 p.m.: Haverhill’s Shoe History – Buttonwoods Museum’s Kaleigh Pare presents this talk on the Queen Slipper City and delves into the history of Haverhill’s shoe factories. (Register online or by calling the library; held in the Auditorium)
Sept. 16, 10 a.m. to noon: Historian and Haverhill High School teacher E. Philip Brown will signing copies of his new book “Greeks of the Merrimack Valley.” (Held in the Auditorium)
Sept. 18, 7 to 8:30 p.m.: HPL Photography Club meets to trade tips and techniques. (No registration necessary)
Sept. 23, 1 to 3 p.m.: Dr. Allan Hughes presents meditation techniques to reduce stress, improve concentration and enhance mental clarity. (Register online or by calling the library; held in the Auditorium)
Sept. 28, 6 to 8:30 p.m.: The Library’s Thursday Night Book Club meets the last Thursday of every month. (Call the library for more information; held in the Milhendler Room)
Sept. 30, 2 to 3 p.m.: Make a harvest wreath free of charge. Adults over 18 only, please. (Registration begins online Sept. 15; held in the Milhendler Room)