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The Road Not Taken: Artistic Interpretations of the Poetry of Robert Frost The Road Not Taken, a fine art exhibit inspired by the poetry of Robert Frost, will be in the Laconia Public Library in Laconia NH from January 13, 2026 - March 31, 2026. The presentation, designed by three Derry artists, Ingeborg V. Seaboyer, Judy Krassowski and Corinne Dodge, features approximately 30 works that reflect a variety of personal interpretations of the most famous as well as some of the “less traveled” works of one of America’s most inspiring poets, Robert Frost. Images in pen and ink, watercolor, acrylics and oils are accompanied by a selected verse that inspired each individual work. An exhibit reference book provides additional information on the artists as well as upcoming exhibit venues.

The Library will be closed on February 16, 2026.

Drop in during our hour of technical help and have your basic computer and electronic device questions answered by a librarian! No sign-up is required.

Join us for our morning fiction book discussion! This month's book is 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' by Shelby Van Pelt. This charming and compulsively readable exploration of friendship and hope traces a widow's unlikely connection with a giant Pacific octopus.

Best for ages 6-11. Join us for creative fun in the Selig Storytime Room! We'll provide the Lego bricks... all you need to bring is your imagination! You will be presented with a challenge, can you complete it?

Best for newborns-age 3. Join us Wednesday mornings for Toddler Time! Get ready for stories, songs and dancing; followed by crafts and sensory play. We can't wait to see you!

Drop in during our hour of technical help and have your basic computer and electronic device questions answered by a librarian! No sign-up is required.

Best for ages 10-18. Join us for some Cozy Coloring and hot chocolate.

Best for ages 3-6. Preschool Pals is geared toward preschoolers! Join us for stories and songs, crafting and playing, learning and having fun.

Morgan Browne, Prevention Educator at New Beginnings-Without Violence and Abuse will share information related to identifying the signs of healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationships in children. Morgan will also share guidance for talking with children ages birth-17 years about healthy relationships, strategies for teaching children about healthy relationships, and tips for online safety.

Best for families with children. Come learn about chemical reactions while creating a unique work of art!

Instructor Bonnie Deutch will lead this adult-only group through some basic line dances for beginners. No sign up is necessary and no experience is required. Drop-ins are always welcome! Class will not meet on holidays that the Library is closed, including: 1/19/26, 2/16/26, and 5/25/26.

Best for newborns-age 6. Calling all sensory seekers-join us for Sensory Storytime Mondays! We will share stories, sing songs, and engage in hands-on play experiences with the sensory and light tables. Sessions end with an art experience!

Bring a project and craft together at the Laconia Public Library Monday evenings with other fiber artists. Bring your knitting, crochet, needlework, or other projects and build a community while you create.

Drop in during our hour of technical help and have your basic computer and electronic device questions answered by a librarian! No sign-up is required.

Best for ages 5-12. Drop by the Selig Storytime room to experiment with marble mazes, computer programming cars, pendulums and more science surprises during our STEM day over February vacation!

Best for ages 12-18. Discuss all things writing at the Teen Writer's Group!

Best for ages 5-12. Join us for a special story hour for elementary school-aged children this February Vacation. Sip herbal tea and enjoy a snack while we read "The Cafe at the Edge of the Woods" and its companion "The Cave Downwind of the Cafe" by Mikey Please. Afterwards we will create fantasy menus and recipes for our own cafes!

Drop in during our hour of technical help and have your basic computer and electronic device questions answered by a librarian! No sign-up is required.

Best for ages 6-11. How would you like to draw a portrait of your cat or dog? Maybe you would rather draw a mermaid or a unicorn? Perhaps you want to create a scary monster? Join us in the Selig Storytime Room to learn drawing skills and techniques to create your own masterpiece.

Best for families with children. It’s Winnie the Pooh’s hundredth birthday! Some of Powerhouse Theatre’s talented teens will perform Jaydie Halperin’s original play based on the original AA Milne stories to celebrate Pooh’s big milestone!

Best for newborns-age 6. Let's get moving! We'll use scarves, musical instruments, a parachute, and other fun surprises to dance, play, and get those wiggles out!

Best for ages 6-11. Do you love reptiles? If so, this Saturday craft is perfect for you! Join us in the Selig Storytime Room to paint your own wooden snake toy. We will provide the materials, just bring your imagination!