March 2026 Newsletter
Library Hours 
 
Monday - Thursday
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
 
 Friday & Saturday 
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 
Leach Library Building Update 
On the morning of January 27, Leach Library staff discovered a ground-level radiator pipe had burst over the weekend in the teen area, causing extensive flooding. This pipe issue coincides with a facility maintenance issue relating to a persistent, but inconsistent leak near the main vestibule. The library investigated the possible presence of mold growth. Initial tests indicate the presence of mold spores in some locations of the building. Until more data can be acquired to identify potential health risks to library staff and patrons, the library building will be temporarily closed.
 
The library and Town have been working together to address the problem as quickly as possible. The full library staff is working in temporary spaces within the Town complex and operating a public satellite space in the Londonderry Police Department Community Room. This space is open to the public during normal library operating hours.
 
With funding authorized by the Town Council, the Library Board of Trustees selected ReArch Construction to manage both phases of the building project. Phase one is expected to take approximately three months to complete. This phase includes an extensive round of mold testing, repairs in the area impacted by the pipe burst, duct and HVAC cleaning, and an external envelope investigation to develop a resolution for historic leak and freezing issues. Once phase one and a successful mold retest are complete, the library staff will move back to the building, open accessible areas to the public, and plan for phase two.
 
To keep everyone safe, staff and workers entering the building wear N95 masks. Per the recommendation of our mold testing company, the surface of all collection materials is cleaned/disinfected before removal.
 
Please direct any questions to the library at reference@londonderrynh.gov or 603-432-1132.
 
Library Services at LPD Community Room 
 
Even though the library building is temporarily closed, Leach Library is still here for you! We’re pleased to continue serving the Londonderry Community from the Londonderry Police Department’s Community Room during our regular hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–8 p.m., and Friday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
 
When you visit, you can:
  • Pick up holds
  • Return materials
  • Get reference assistance
  • Pick up tax forms
  • Browse a selection of new materials
  • Use a public computer or connect to Wi-Fi
  • Print (black and white only)
  • Read the newspaper or magazines
  • Explore our activity center with crafts and games
To visit us, enter the Police Department Lobby and turn left. The Community Room is right off of the lobby, and the door is open when the library is open! Parking is available in the same shared lot in the Town complex (Day Boulevard).
 
We are grateful to the many Town departments that have collaborated with us so that library programming can continue at locations throughout town, including Town Hall meeting rooms, Londonderry schools, the Londonderry Senior Center, the Londonderry Police Department, and more! Be sure to check the library calendar for specific program locations and details.
 
During the closure, we are not accepting material donations. The book sale and food pantry are temporarily paused. Costume donations for the Friends also will resume when the building reopens. Please note that library fines and fees are currently suspended. Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you at our temporary location!
 
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New Checkout Periods Starting in March
Beginning March 1, 2026, most circulating items will have a three-week loan period and will automatically renew once (if there are no holds), for a total possible checkout time of six (6) weeks. We are implementing this change to provide more consistent service across GMILCS.
 
Items Not Included in This Change
The following materials will continue to have different loan rules:
  • Non-circulating items, including reference and historical reference materials
  • Interlibrary loan (ILL) items, which have loan periods set by the lending library
  • Library of Things materials, which have a two-week checkout period with no renewals
  • Digital materials borrowed from Libby, Hoopla, or CloudLibrary
If you have any questions about your account or specific items, please contact the library. We’re happy to help!

Circulation Policy Update for Minor Library User Records 
Due to the passing of House Bill 273 and the update to NH RSA 201-D:11, II-a, the following Leach Library Circulation Policy update for minor cardholders went into effect on January 1, 2026. The full policy is available for review on the library’s website. For more information, call the library at (603) 432-1132.
 
Beginning January 1, 2026, in accordance with NH RSA 201-D:11, II-a, a parent or legal guardian may request library records of their minor child’s library account for all print and audio/visual materials currently checked out to the minor child.
 
A parent or legal guardian requesting access to their minor child’s library account must present government-issued identification at the time of the request to verify that they are currently authorized on the library account.
 
If the parent or legal guardian is not currently authorized on their minor child’s library account, then they must provide proof of relationship to the minor child such as a government-issued identification with the same address as minor child, a birth certificate with both the name of the child and parent listed, or court order establishing guardianship. All requests must be made in person by completing the Leach Library Request of Minor Records Form.
 
Storytimes 
Little Sprouts Baby Lapsit
 
On Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. beginning on March 10, 2026, and continuing through April 14, 2026, Leach Library Staff will offer a storytime program for babies 0-18 months old, in the Moose Hill Council Chambers at Town Hall. This introduction to storytime is a great opportunity for your littlest sprouts to learn to interact with you and others in a new environment, as well as to begin to follow along with songs, dances, and finger movements. Registration is required and begins one week before each session. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
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Wiggle Worms
 
On Tuesday or Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. beginning March 10 and continuing through April 15, toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join Leach Library Staff in the Moose Hill Council Chambers at Town Hall for storytime with songs, rhymes, books, and more. This program is designed for ages 2-3, but older children are welcome to join in. Registration is required and begins one week before each session. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
More Children's Programs
To register, visit the online event calendar or call the library at (603) 432-1127.
Cookie Birdhouses
 
There's no school today, so spend some time with Leach Library Staff at the Senior Center! Children 5 and older are invited to create a sweet little cookie birdhouse treat on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Registration is required and begins March 3, 2026. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
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 STEM Challenges
 
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The Leach Library is offering a monthly children’s program, Children’s STEM Challenges, which is designed to encourage children in grade 2-5 to use logic and imagination, along with a few simple items and a challenge, to perform a task. Our next session will take place Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Sunnycrest Conference Room. During this session, children are invited to build a marble run using Lego and navigate a marble through the maze.
Registration is required and begins March 4, 2026. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
Tinker Time 
 
Toy Building Blocks
Join Leach Library Staff in the Police Department’s Community Room on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. for Tinker Time. A variety of toys and games from the Library of Things will be provided for children to try. Registration is not required for this program.
 
 
Growing Up Wild! 
 
 
Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join Leach Library Staff on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the Sunnycrest Conference Room at Town Hall for a monthly nature exploration program. This program is designed for ages 3-7, but older children are welcomed to join in. Registration is required and begins on March 9. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
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Children's Scrape Painting
 
 
Color Mixing With Oil Paints And BrushesChildren 6 and older are invited to join Leach Library Staff in the Moose Hill Council Chambers at Town Hall on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. to try a fun painting technique called scrape painting, in which children can create art by scraping paint across paper with a flat tool. Paint will be used, so please dress accordingly. Registration is required and begins March 16. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
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Duplo Budding Builders 
 
Join Leach Library Staff in the Police Department’s Community Room on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. for Duplo Budding Builders! Participants will create using larger Duplo blocks. This program is designed for younger Lego enthusiasts ages 0-5. Registration is recommended and begins on March 12, 2026. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
Building Buddies 
 
Join the Leach Library staff on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., in the Police Department’s Community Room for a Lego program designed for ages 6 and up. Build whatever your imagination can create using the library's Lego. Registration is recommended and begins on Thursday, March 12, 2026. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
Sensory Saturday
 
Children and their caregivers are invited to a monthly sensory playtime intended for children 5 and under at the Leach Library temporary location in the Police Department’s Community Room. A variety of sensory play activities will be available to promote learning and curiosity. Our next session will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Registration is required and begins March 21, 2026. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
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Teen and Tween Programs 
Dungeons and Dragons Dragoneers Club 
Calling all Teen and Tween adventurers! Step into a world of magic, monsters, and epic quests and join the Dragoneers Club with Leach Library Staff for a standalone quest on Monday, March 9 from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in the Sunnycrest Conference Room at Town Hall.

Adventurers are encouraged to bring their own ready-made character sheets to jump straight into the action! If you're new to the game or don’t have a character ready, have no fear, pre-made characters will be on hand for you to start your journey.

This program is intended for participants aged 12-18. Registration is required and begins March 2, 2026. To register, visit the library’s online event calendar or call (603) 432-1132.
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Maker Lab: Art Studio & Coding Club
Join Leach Library Staff on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Police Department’s Community Room for a one-hour Art Studio session where participants will engage in pencil drawing and sketching through either a guided activity or open studio time for independent projects. 
 
All materials are provided, including high-quality sketching pencils, paper, colored pencils, and additional drawing tools. Teens and tweens may attend sessions individually or continue developing a piece over multiple sessions. The challenge this week will be to explore light and shadow. 
 
This program is intended for ages 8-18. Registration is required and begins on Thursday, March 5, 2026. To register, please visit the library’s online calendar or call the library at (603) 432-1132.
Join Miss Kelli on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Police Department’s Community Room to paint a S’mores shaped trinket box!
 
This program is intended for ages 8-18. Registration is required and begins on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. To register, please visit the library’s online calendar or call the library at (603) 432-1132.
Join Leach Library Staff on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the Police Department’s Community Room for a one-hour interactive coding session! Help Colby and Jack, our coding mice, navigate their way through a maze while learning the basics of programming. In addition to the activity there will be open coding time for teens and tweens to experiment with various platforms and programming styles. Whether beginners or experienced coders, participants are encouraged to explore, problem-solve, and build digital skills at their own pace. This program is intended for ages 8-18. Registration is required and begins on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. To register, please visit the library’s online calendar or call the library at (603) 432-1132.
Other News
Tax Forms 
 
Good news! Tax forms including 1040 forms and instructions are available to pick up at our satellite location in the Londonderry Police Department's Community Room. We also have a limited amount of forms in Spanish. Don't see the form you need? Ask us to print one for you.
 
Candidate Night
 
Meet the 2026 Leach Library Trustee Candidates on Thursday, March 5th at 6pm in Moose Hill Council Chambers at Town Hall. Candidates will introduce themselves and participate in an open Q&A session. Everyone is welcome to stay for the Board of Trustees meeting at 7pm.
To register, visit the online event calendar or call the library at (603) 432-1132.
For information on teen and adult programming,
check out the March general newsletter!
Leach Library Children's Room
276 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, New Hampshire 03053
(603) 432-1127
www.londonderrynh.gov/371/Leach-Library