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Books & Banter

2025-07-15 17:30:00 2025-07-15 18:30:00 America/New_York Books & Banter This month we will be reading, "The Bodyguard" by Katherine Center! Peterborough Town Library -

Tuesday, July 15
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-15 17:30:00 2025-07-15 18:30:00 America/New_York Books & Banter This month we will be reading, "The Bodyguard" by Katherine Center! Peterborough Town Library -

This month we will be reading, "The Bodyguard" by Katherine Center!

"Center  delivers another satisfying, romantic read with a swoonworthy hero and a delightful main character." — Kirkus Reviews

She's got his back. He's got her heart. They've got a secret. What could possibly go wrong? Hannah Brooks looks more like a kindergarten teacher than somebody who could kill you with her bare hands. But the truth is, she's an elite bodyguard and she's just been hired to protect a superstar actor from his stalker.

Jack Stapleton's a Hollywood heartthrob - captured by paparazzi on beaches the world over, rising out of the waves in clingy board shorts and glistening like a Roman deity.

When Jack's mom gets sick, he comes home to the family's Texas ranch to help out. Only one catch: He doesn't want his family to know about his stalker. Or the bodyguard thing. And so Hannah - against her will and her better judgment - finds herself pretending to be Jack's girlfriend as a cover. Protecting Jack should be easy. But protecting her own heart? That's the hardest thing she's ever done...


How it Works?

Books & Banter meets monthly at 5:30pm. Books will be available at the library circulation desk in mid-November. If you would like an alternative format (large print, audio CD), please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

We want to hear from you! Fill out this reader survey to choose the monthly book genre/ story elements for August and September! https://forms.gle/ZpgjEN7Q4yN5uZro8

If you have questions or would like to be added to the Books & Banter email list, contact Rebecca at renman@peterboroughnh.gov or call the Help Desk: 603-924-8040.

New readers are always welcome to our discussions!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club |

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Peterborough Town Library

Phone: 603-924-8040

Hours
Mon, Jul 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 Closed

About the branch

Peterborough Town Library, located downtown at the corner of Main and Concord/Rt 202, has a large meeting room, study rooms, classroom, and a board room available to the public.

Upcoming events

Wed, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Color Our World with a night of family-friendly fun and competition!

Thu, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Drop-In Kids Crafts for ages 3 and up!

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
A monthly offering of free yoga at PTL. All levels welcome.

Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Free gentle morning yoga class. Made possible by The River Center.

Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Read with a rabbit on the Library Terrace!

Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Learn how to make your money last throughout retirement. This informative session covers key decisions and strategies to help you enjoy a secure, worry-free future.

Thu, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Following her retirement planning presentation, Kathryn Ruuska will be available for one-on-one drop-in sessions for personalized retirement guidance

Fri, Aug 08, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Outside Library Terrace
We're going Clubbing in Peterborough! Night Market's 6th iteration, created by MAXT Makerspace, is all about building community!

Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Holistic Health Coach Candy Foster shares her journey to healing in this Peterborough Presents program!

Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Read with a rabbit on the Library Terrace!

Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Free meditation class, now meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday. Each session offers a peaceful space to rest, relax, focus, and practice mindfulness.

Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Aug 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
CALLING ALL WRITERS (and curious readers/listeners)!! The Peterborough Town Library and Monadnock Underground are hosting a free form OPEN MIC for writers of all genres and levels of experience!

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Join us for a cookbook club-meets-potluck at Peterborough Town Library!

Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Free gentle morning yoga class. Made possible by The River Center.

Tue, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
This month we will be reading, "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Shelley.

Wed, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Read with a rabbit on the Library Terrace!

Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Abbot Board Room
The Board of Library Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 5:30pm unless otherwise posted. Meetings are open to the public.

Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
A monthly offering of free yoga at PTL. All levels welcome.

Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Free meditation class, now meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday. Each session offers a peaceful space to rest, relax, focus, and practice mindfulness.

Wed, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is now available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Fri, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
This month we will be reading, "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry" by Rachel Joyce.

Wed, Sep 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
Are you beginning to explore homecare options for yourself or a loved one? Come away with practical tips and peace of mind as you prepare for the next chapter with confidence.

Wed, Sep 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
CALLING ALL WRITERS (and curious readers/listeners)!! The Peterborough Town Library and Monadnock Underground are hosting a free form OPEN MIC for writers of all genres and levels of experience!

Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Sep 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Abbot Board Room
The Board of Library Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 5:30pm unless otherwise posted. Meetings are open to the public.

Wed, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Wed, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - 1833 Room
CALLING ALL WRITERS (and curious readers/listeners)!! The Peterborough Town Library and Monadnock Underground are hosting a free form OPEN MIC for writers of all genres and levels of experience!

Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.

Wed, Oct 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Abbot Board Room
The Board of Library Trustees meets the third Thursday of the month at 5:30pm unless otherwise posted. Meetings are open to the public.

Wed, Oct 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Kelly Room
Need help with your laptop, smartphone, kindle, or other devices? PTL's IT Guru, Tim Brezovec is available for Drop-in Tech Help!

Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Peterborough Town Library - Eben Jones Classroom
Held the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Monadnock Handcrafters is an informal drop-in group. Bring your knitting, spinning, and other handwork projects for this low-key get together.