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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
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Please note that our website has changed!
We have moved to a page on the
Town of Dunbarton's municipal website:
www.dunbartonnh.org
You will find us under Government/Dunbarton Public Library
OR Click in here: https://www.dunbartonnh.org/dunbarton-public-library
All links to our catalog and downloadable content are operational,
BUT please be patient as we continue to work uploading our files.
If you have any questions, please call the library, 603 774-3546. Thank you!
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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
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What brings you joy? Whether it’s cozying up with a new story, learning a new skill, gathering with community, or something else, you can find your joy at the Dunbarton Public Library
National Library Week, April 19–25, 2026, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.
We invite everyone to join the celebration! Whether you're a longtime patron, new to town, or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer. Our library provides free Wi-Fi, genealogy and local history. Special programs like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and weekly story times ensure that everyone has access to resources that educate, inspire, and connect.
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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!
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Orion Starblast Telescope
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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.
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Story Times at the Library!
Toddler Story Time, 0-2 years
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM - 10:55 AM
Join us in the children's area.
Interactive story time with rhymes, songs and a story. Stay and Play for young children and their caregivers after.
Friendly Reminder!
Please plan to arrive by 10:30 AM so that we can all start on time. Thank you!
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Pre-K Story Time, 2.5-5*
Wednesdays, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us in the front foyer of the building.
Please enter the library through the Route 13 door.
A mix of activities including longer stories, songs and a little movement.
Stay and Play afterward.
*Young siblings are most welcome, but story time will be geared for 3-5 year olds.
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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:
April 23
May 7 and 21
To learn more, or to sign up for a 15-minute reading session,
please call the library, 774-3546.
Great News! Harry will be visiting us during Summer Reading Program!
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Knitting for Kids
Come on down after school on Fridays.
All materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own things and projects you are working on.
Any questions, please call the library!
774-3546
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Coming soon!
Summer Reading Program 2026
June 22, 2026 - August 7, 2026
More information coming soon!
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Men's Coffee
Every Friday at 9:00 AM
DCC Vestry
Bring your own coffee!
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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.
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Book Discussion
Wednesday, April 15, 2026,
Noon
Join our lively discussion!
Books now available.
Next discussion: May 20, 2026 at noon
Eternal on the Water by Joseph Monniger
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Chair Yoga with Sherry
Join us on the following
Thursdays at 11:00 AM
April 16, 23
May 7, 14, 21
June 11, 18, 25
PLEASE look to our Facebook page and website for any updates. Thank you!
Dress comfortably. Bring water!
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Loving-Kindness and Mindful Online Meditations
We will join our host Judy Caron for an hour of
loving-kindness and mindful meditation
online.
We will meet the following two Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM.
A reminder that we break for the summer and resume in September.
April 23
May 7
If you are interested in attending, call or email the library
and Judy will send you the Zoom link.
Thank you!
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Mah jongg!
Fridays at 10:15 AM,
Upper Town Hall
Call the library with any questions.
Thanks to Brigitte and Barbara for their support.
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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.
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Nature’s Spring Celebration Stroll
Saturday, April 25, 2026
9:00 - 10:15 AM
meet at the Koerber Trailhead/DES
We will be guided by Kelly Dwyer.
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Singing birds, emerging leaves and flowers, and the sun’s warmth are a balm for our senses after a long NH winter and the mud season of early Spring!
This season is brimming with opportunities to enjoy the natural world as many of our favorite animals, plants, and birds are active and focused on spring activities.
Kelly Dwyer will guide our stroll!
Wear comfortably walking shoes, bring a little water and dress in layers.
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Analogies, Similes and Metaphors:
You Have the Right Brain for This
Thursday, April 30, 2026
10:30 AM, Upper Town Hall
Presented by Jo Hendry
Rote memory is all well and good, but is it fun? This is a class for people who enjoy playing with words and ideas and a chance to challenge your mind in creative and imaginative ways. Hands-on, minds-on activities will develop our higher thinking skills and help us to identify word relationships and imagery. Associations lead to further thought, and provide us with improved memory. Remember: hidden in the word “simile” is SMILE! Class Limit: 16
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It's Sprin-ter!
We have puzzles galore to swap or just take!
We have a ton of wonderful puzzles in
great condition to pass the time.
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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!
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Seed Library
Our Seed Library is well stocked 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!
It's Go TIME!!
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THIS Sunday Morning
at the Fire Station!
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Check out this free program for families and children at DES.
Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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The Dunbarton Police Department will once again be participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Takeback Day! The event will take place on Saturday, April 25th 2026 from 10 AM – 2 PM at the Dunbarton Police Department (18 Robert Rogers Road).
Residents can turn in their unused, unwanted, or expired medications, no questions asked. We are unable to accept needles or liquids. The proper disposal of medication helps reduce unauthorized access, theft, abuse and damage to the environment.
If you have any questions about the event, please call (603) 774-5500
or visit: https://www.dea.gov/takebackday
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