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Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 AM - 8 PM, Friday 9 AM - 5 PM, Saturday, 9 AM - 5 PM

Stay up to date about what's happening at the Exeter Public Library. We will email you updates about upcoming programs and library news. Newsletters are sent out on a weekly basis.

To sign up, contact the library at exeterpl.ref@gmail.com or phone 603-772-3101. You can also fill out the form below:

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NEW Consumer Reports now available online. 
Consumer Reports Online provides evidence-based product testing and ratings, rigorous research, hard-hitting investigative journalism, public education, and steadfast policy action on behalf of consumers' interests. We subscribe so you don't have to! Access resource here!
 
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Have you updated your library card? 
 

In September 2023 the library started issuing new library cards with a 14-digit barcode. Please come in and update your card. To access Online Resources such as Libby and hoopla, you will need the new card.

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Start your library journey... register for a library card.

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Digital Downloads

Join the Library

Find eBooks, digital audiobooks, magazines, and more.

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The Friends of Exeter Public Library

Visit this link to The Friends of Exeter Public Library page.  
Learn about the wonderful things they do for the library and how you can help!

The next meeting is Tuesday, June 11@ 6:30 PM in the Children's Room
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We cordially invite the residential retirement community to the Book Talk Service offered at EPL. The staff will deliver & discuss all the books we can't stop talking about! Without leaving home, you can check out and return books while learning about upcoming library programs. If you don't have a library card, we can help with that too. Contact us for more information at 603-772-3101.

*NEW* Visit the Exeter Seed Library in the Adult Services area of the Library
Patrons can take seeds to start the process of creating a beautiful garden. 

Upcoming Events

An Introduction to the Gilman House
Friday, June 7 at 10 AM

optional tour after

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Cribbage at Exeter Public Library
Saturday, June 8
at 10 AM - 12 PM

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Family Emergency Preparedness with Seacoast Public Health Network Thursday, June 20 at 5:30 PM

Table Read Workshop of a One Act Play: A Perfect Gentleman
Saturday, June 8
at 1:30 PM

6 people sitting at a table practicing a play for a table read workshop: A Perfect Gentleman. Event is free and open to the public

Poco Amare Concert
Tuesday, June 18 at 6:30 PM

The logo of The Friends of Exeter Public Library, the words Poco Amare in Co cert on Tuesday, June 18 at6:30 PM, Musical notes are dancing on the image. The words sayUnaccompanied choral music in a rang of styles. The event is free and open to the public
Picnic in the Park 2024, Thursday, June 27 1-2:30 PM, All ages welcome, free and open to the public

Ongoing Programs

Taiwanese Mah Jongg every Monday at 2 PM, American Mah Jongg Every Wednesday at 1 PM, picture of tiles

Taiwanese Mah Jongg
Every Monday 2 - 4 PM

American Mah Jongg
Every Wednesday 1-3 PM

All Levels Welcome!

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New Bridge on the River Exeter
Every Tuesday 2 PM - 4 PM

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Gorem System Bridge 
Every Thursday 10 AM - 12 PM

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Explore a New Language
Visit the Adult Programs page for more details

Spanish Table, Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 PM

The Stitcher's Guild 
Last Wednesday of every month
5:30 - 7 PM

Picture of embroidery material, wording saysStitchers' Guild is last Wednesday of every month 5:30-7 PM Come and stich with us. Anyproject you have: embroidery, cross-stitch, needlepoint, or just sewing on some butons, sit and swe and laugh!

Evening Knitting Group
Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Picture of knitting needles, crochet hook and basket of yarn, Evening Knitting Group, Mondays 6:00-7:30 PM, Exeter Public Library Ground Floor Art Room, All levels welcome!

Movie Matinee at the Library

every Tuesday at 1 PM

Visit the Movies Scene page for more details.

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Let's Talk Tech

Drop-in! Staff will assist you with printing, scanning, emails, and accessing online resources. Also, quick simple tasks such as; setting you up with apps for downloading eBooks and audiobooks. Check out the Tech Help page for helpful tips and other resources. Contact the library if you have other tech questions 603-772-3101.

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Artist of the Month
Visit Art Exhibits and Displays for details

Teen Scene Programs and Book Groups
Visit the Teen Scene page for details

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Community Connections

Exeter Community Connection
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2nd Meeting of Exeter Community Connections

Thursday June 6, 2024, 1-3pm

Christ Church, Exeter

ECC was created by Society of St. Vincent de Paul Exeter as an instrument to help connect all our wonderful organizations as we strive to serve our communities. All invited attendees are on the front lines, serving our neighbors in need. Our students, parishioners, clients, patients, citizens and more need our help and this meeting is aimed to connect us and help each other with resources.

 

We hope you can attend, or send a representative in your place. Please also share with other organizations that could benefit from these connections.

Any questions?

Please Call  at 603 772 9922

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Exeter Senior Resource Guide
Exeter's Guide to age-friendly resources to help import the quality of life for all. To view the Guide click here  for the online version.

Exeter Area Garden Club

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Mini Grants Program and Application

Find Application for Mini-Grants here
Find Resources for Native Pollinator Plant Information here

The Exeter Area Garden Club Mini-Grant program has been established to encourage beautification of our local landscape and communities. It was developed by the Environment & Conservation Committee

SPECIAL 2024 OFFERING FOR EXETER AND STRATHAM RESIDENTS ONLY

Contact Us

Exeter Public Library

4 Chestnut Street

Exeter, NH  03833

Adult Services: 603-772-3101   

Children's Services: 603-772-6036

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