Dunbarton Public Library

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Library Hours of Operation


Tuesdays: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesdays: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursdays: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Fridays: 10:00 AM -4:00 PM

Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM



Catalog and Downloadable Content

 New Hampshire Downloadable Books

Open Virtually 24/7

The library's subscription to NH Downloadable Books provides patrons access to very expensive content, in a very cost-effective manner. This would be impossible for the library to do alone, and without the wide selection of available titles. Patrons can download e-books, audiobooks, and magazines to their computer, tablet, smartphone or Kindle. Download the Libby for Overdrive app from your device’s App Store.

The Libby app will be used and linked directly to your library card. Be aware that if you are not able to download an item, it may be because you have an overdue book on your account,

or your card has expired.



MORE information about NHDC HERE



Children

1000 Books Before Kindergarten


The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler.

The goal is to read 1,000 books before your little one starts kindergarten- and yes you can repeat books! We know that all kids have favorites! If you read just 1 book a night, you will have read 365 books in a year. By the time they start kindergarten, it's possible to have read 1,825 books together!

Not only will your child benefit from having a larger vocabulary, and more interest in reading, but studies have shown that reading to a child daily is an early indicator of academic success. The bonding time while you read to/with a child is possibly one of the most wonderful benefits!

Do you have questions? Need more logs?

Please call the library!



Orion Starblast Telescope


Did you know that we have a telescope available for you to check out? Adult patrons in good standing can borrow the telescope for one week. The telescope was donated and is fostered by the NH Astronomical Society, part of the Library Telescope Program. Call for information.



This Wednesday Morning

Story Time Special

10:30 AM



Please note that on

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

there will just be one story time.


All ages are welcome to join us.

Please arrive promptly for the 10:30 AM start. Thank you.



Valentine Card Making for Kids


Saturday, February 7, 2026

10:00 AM - Noon

Drop in to create a card for someone special. All materials are provided!

Read to Harry



Reading to Dogs is a reading program designed to improve children's reading skills.

Harry is a certified/registered therapy dog who visits with his owner/handler. He is soft and comfy and loves to be read to!


Reading Sessions will be held on the

following Thursdays from 2:30 – 4:00 PM:


February 12 and 26

March 12 and 26

April 9 and 23

May 7 and 21

 

To learn more, or to sign up for a 15-minute reading session,

please call the library, 774-3546.



Knitting for Kids


Drop by the Library

 right after school on Fridays for knitting, a little relaxing, and fun with friends.

 

All materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own things and projects you are working on.

 

Any questions, call Mary at the library

774-3546



Adult Programs


Men's Coffee


Every Friday at 9:00 AM

DCC Vestry



Bring your own coffee!

Women's Coffee Chat


Join us EVERY Tuesday

at 10:00 AM


Meet your neighbors and make new friends.


Please bring your own coffee or beverage.

Chair Yoga with Sherry


Join us on the following

Thursdays at 11:00 AM



NO session on February 5th!


February 12, 19 and 26

March 12, 19 and 26



PLEASE look to our Facebook page and website for any updates. Thank you!


Dress warm and comfortably. Bring water.


Loving Kindness Online Meditations


Join our host Judy Caron for an hour long loving-kindness online meditation.


We will meet online the following Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM:


February 12 and 26

March 12 and 26

April 9 and 23

May 7


If you are interested in attending, call or email the library for the link.

Thank you!

Learning Mah jongg!



Fridays at 10:15 AM



February 6

February 13

February 20

February 27

Book Discussion

Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026

Noon



All are invited to our lively discussions.


Coming Soon!!


NH Fish and Wildlife Stewards

Black Bear Happenings in New Hampshire


DATE to be decided! Still working to get scheduled.


A NH Fish and Wildlife steward will be here to share information about black bears in our state. Learn about the natural history of these intriguing mammals, their habitat needs and ways to avoid potentially costly conflicts.


A New Revolution in Migration Research: The Motus Wildlife Tracking System


Presented by Dr. Carol Foss, NH Audubon

Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 6:30 PM,

Upper Town Hall


Learn how automated radio telemetry has transformed the way biologists study bird migration and how New Hampshire plays a role in this global network. Explore the travels of birds that travel New Hampshire skies in spring and fall and follow the paths of Monarch Butterflies and Rusty Blackbirds tagged by NH Audubon biologists.


New Hampshire Humanities presents


New England's Colonial Meetinghouses and Their Impact on American Society

Presenter: Paul Wainwright

Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 6:30 PM,

Upper Town Hall


New England's colonial meetinghouses embody an important yet little-known chapter in American history. Built mostly with tax money, they served as both places of worship and places for town meetings, and were the centers of life in colonial New England communities. Using photographs of the few surviving "mint condition" meetinghouses as illustrations, Paul Wainwright tells the story of the society that built and used them, and the lasting impact they have had on American culture.


Dunbarton's old Town Hall/Meetinghouse as it looked in the 1860's.

Winter PUZZLE SWAP!

Puzzles galore to swap or just take!

We have a ton of wonderful puzzles in great condition.


AncestryLibrary Edition



The library offers an opportunity for you to discover your family genealogy and ancestry information. Please drop by the library during open hours to use this resource. Call ahead to block out a time!


The Library Seed Library is OPEN!


We are in process of stocking up and operating once again.

If you had extra seeds from your harvest last fall, please consider bringing in some to include in the library's seed library. Thank you. We will process them and put them into the collection so that others can check them out and grow this year.

Thank you to all who have donated!

Think Spring!


Library Art Wall

Please come by to view our new art exhibit,

the beautiful artwork of Kristen Johnson.

Oils and watercolors inspired by the nature of Maine, Europe and our beautiful state of New Hampshire.


Community

Public Hearing on the

Town of Dunbarton

 2026 Town Budget and Warrant



The Board of Selectmen

will hold a Public Hearing

on the

Proposed Budget & Warrant for 2026

Thursday, February 5, 2026


Beginning at 7:00 PM

Dunbarton Town Office

1011 School Street

Dunbarton, NH 03046

Snow date: Thursday, February 12, 2026


Check the Town of Dunbarton website HERE

for notice change.

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The Dunbarton School District



is holding TWO public hearings

regarding warrant articles to be voted on

at the March 7, 2026 School District Meeting:


February 2, 2026, 6:00 PM

(snow date February 3, 2026, 6:00 PM)


DES School Library


AND


Upcoming Open Enrollment Public Hearing

February 18, 2026, 5:30 PM

(snow date February 19, 2026, 5:30 PM)


DES School Library

Upcoming in March!

  • School District Meeting

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 4:00 PM

Vote School Budget & Articles (vote in person)


Community Center/Gym, DES

 

  • Dunbarton Town Meeting Day

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Vote School & Town Candidates (by ballot)

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Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Town Meeting: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Vote Town Budget & Articles (vote in person)


Community Center/Gym, DES



 1004 School Street
Dunbarton, NH 03046
Phone: (603) 774-3546
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