Exeter Public Library NH is the informational hub for the Exeter area, an institution that provides equal access to a range of media, services and programs to meet the needs of the community especially recognizing the library's responsibility as a place for children to discover the joy of reading. June 2026 Calendar of Events Quick Links How do I find...? To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. 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 ! The Friends of Exeter Public Library Visit The Friends of Exeter Public Library page . Learn about the wonderful things they do for the library and how you can help! Book Talk Service is 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. Visit the Adult Programs page for dates or Contact us for more information at 603-772-3101 or Join the Library Start your library journey... register for a library card. Learn How Digital Downloads Find eBooks, digital audiobooks, magazines, and more. Get Started Events Go to the Exeter 250th Celebration page for events happening throughout the year! Author Talk with Alex Myers Saturday, June 27 at 11 AM Presented by Phillips Exeter Academy Class of 1945 Library, and Friends of Exeter Public Library Summer Reading Kickoff Party Family Fair Day Wednesday, July 1 at 1 PM Water Street Bookstore Fundraiser Thursday, July 2 Ongoing Programs For more information on Ongoing Programs visit the Adult Programs Page Adult Services Happenings To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Children's Room Happenings Go to the Children's Room page for more information. Teen Scene Programs and Book Groups Visit the Teen Scene page for more details Current Library Newsletter 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. Sign up for the Newsletter here. Town Newsletter The Town of Exeter, NH aims to keep you in the know about all things Exeter through various email subscription options. The Town is always looking for ways to improve its communication with residents and visitors, if you have ideas for how we can improve our email newsletters or add more information to our lists, please contact the Media Communications Coordinator Bob Glowacky at rglowacky@exeternh.gov . To Sign up, click here Newsletter, and simply fill in your information and check the boxes for the lists you want to receive. You can unsubscribe or edit your preferences any time. Stay Connected with SAU 16! Please use the QR Code or go to this link for more information: SAU 16 ParentSquare Community Group to join our newly created messaging group for community members that are not directly connected to our SAU 16 schoolls.

The mission of The Friends of the Exeter Public Library is to support and cooperate with the Exeter Public Library in obtaining resources and services for the public through fundraising, advocacy and volunteering. Friends of the Exeter Public Library Mission The mission of The Friends of the Exeter Public Library is to support and cooperate with the Exeter Public Library in obtaining resources and services for the public through fundraising, advocacy and volunteering. The Friends of the Exeter Public Library is formed exclusively for charitable, literary and educational purposes as specified in Sec 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended. Committee 2026 Officers for Friends of Exeter Public Library Co-presidents – Martha Walsh and Andrea Renz Vice president – Hilary Ireland Secretary – Carol Eberhardt Treasurer – Roy Tellini Bylaws of The Friends of the Exeter Public Library Questions? Join us: Friends Email: friendsofexeterpubliclibrary@gmail.com Web Link: Facebook Page The Friends of The Exeter Public Library is separate, non-profit community support group for the library. We assist the library by hosting fund raising events and by accepting donations on behalf of the library. Our members also provide a volunteer pool to the library to help with library events and to perform special projects such as maintaining the gardens adjacent to the library building and providing school supplies for the teen room. We have a large mailing list and a small number of active members. There are volunteer roles for members that entail as llittle or as much time as the member is able to give. Friends News Results of the Exeter Town Election affecting our Library were discussed. Article 10 (Exeter Operating Budget which includes library funding) and Article 18 (which creates a $25,000 Trust Fund for Library Infrastructure) were both approved by the voters. The Trust Fund monies roll over if not used in the calendar year. Congratulations were given to “Friends” Susan Feltus and Sarah James for their election to 3-year terms on the Election Library Board of Trustees and to “Friend” Kathy Boudreau for her election to a 2-year term on the Board. Community Day at Water Street Books on Thursday, July 2, 2026, will benefit the Friends of the Exeter Library. A percent of sales will be donated. Posters or flyers will be produced to publicize the event. The Exeter Independence Festival is going to be extra-special on Saturday, July 11, 2026, since this is our country’s 250th anniversary. Events will be held all day. Sign-up sheets for the Friends activity and information table will be available as we get closer to July. Library Friends are encouraged to complete the brief survey for the Library’s Long Range Plan and alert others to it as welll. This is a compiled list of upcoming 2026 EPL–FOEPL events, created as a helpful way to see everything that’s on the calendar, in one place. We hope this overview makes it easier to plan ahead, attend programs, and find opportunities to volunteer and participate as you’re able and as needs arise. Your involvement—whether at events, fundraisers, or behind the scenes—plays an important role in supporting the Library and our community. Thank you for all that you do, and we look forward to seeing you at upcoming events. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: Who is interested in becoming part of a great organization?? Come join our Group! View the Meeting Minutes at the bottom of this page for more information. Upcoming volunteer opportunities: Again this year, we are excited to participate in Exeter's American Independence Festival on Saturday, July 11, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in downtown Exeter. As in previous years, we will have a Library Friends information table on Water Street, offering details about the library and a fun craft for kids. We are looking for volunteers to staff the table in pairs for the following two-hour shifts: - 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM - 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM We will provide chairs and a shade canopy. This year, in honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, a larger crowd is expected, making your assistance especially vital. Volunteers talk about how much fun they have helping at this fun event, and with this year's 250th celebration, it promises to be even more special. If you would like to volunteer, please email us at friendsofexeterpubliclibrary@gmail.com with your preferred shift and a contact phone number. I would appreciate knowing your availability by Thursday, June 25 so I can finalize the group and send a confirmation email to everyone. Simple instructions and a reminder email will be distributed on July 2. Thanks in advance for supporting our wonderful public library. Martha Walsh Co-President You can volunteer by emailing the Friends at friendsofexeterpubliclibrary@gmail.com They will let you know of the many opportuntities to engage with the public for raising funds for the library. Ideas for new activities are welcome - what's your passion and what's your vision for our group? If you are a fan of Cribbage or want to learn how to play - Cribbage is every 2nd Saturday of each month from 10 am to noon. All levels of players, including Beginners are welcome! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEXT MEETING: Next meeting: Tuesday, June 16th at 6:30 pm. Cribbage at the Library Cribbage will be on every 2nd Saturday of each month @ 10 AM - 12 PM What We Do and What We Have Done... Hold raffles at the Library craft fairs Assist the library by volunteering at community events such as LitFest, Craft Fairs, and more... Decorated a tree with an educational theme about challenged and banned books at the 2023 Festival of Trees Promote the library in the community in various ways, including writing letters to the editor of the local paper and staffing informational tables at various Exeter events Donate school supplies for teens Hold fundraisers at Sea Dog Brewery Hold Cribbage groups once a month Partnered with Water Street Books to raise funds for library events Maintain the gardens around the sculpture and the rain garden at Founder's Park Funded the new library sign at the Founders Park entrance Participated in a volunteer fair at River Woods. Participated in the Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA Set up the Donate a Book program Held a plant swap to collect plants for the library garden and get people to come down to the library Held a "Kids Day Out" at the library with crafts and a movie for kids Donated 4 card tables for Mahjong, bridge, and general use. Donated binders and dividers for the teen adulting class series. Fund adult music at the library programs Fund Summer Reading events such as music and magicians for the Children's Room Donated six multipurpose tables Donated recording equipment for community podcasting space Friends of the Library PICTURES Here are the photos from the Friends Gingerbread event. The gingerbread will be displayed at the Congregational Church on Thursday December 4 as part of the Exeter Holiday Block Party. 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The Teen Scene is open to Grades 6-11. ​Visit the Library Calendar for information about upcoming Thursday programs, and call 603-772-3101. Teen Scene *Please note that the room is open to Teens aged 12-18. Please call Exeter Public Library at 603-772-3101 with questions. Visit the Library Calendar for information about upcoming Thursday programs, and call 603-772-3101 and speak to Teen Librarian Chandra for any further questions. See you soon! ***EHS and CMS Students*** Need a ride to the library? Take the school bus... Please ask your school which bus is right for you and ask where it specifically stops. Teen Events Weekly Events Teen Scene Book Groups Teen Book Groups Teen Book Groups are held in-pers on once a month from October to May. Keep an eye out for sign-ups in September! Teen Led Programs Exeter Public Library enthusiastically encourages teen initiated programming. All programs need to be approved by Exeter Public Library and the Teen Advisory Board. Please fill out this form to submit your ideas! DMV Practice Test DMV website: https://dmv-permit-test.com/ Picture Gallery of Activities Happening in the Teen Scene Pictures of events and participants taken in the library have been verbally approved to post in advance. Pictures of events and participants taken in the library have been verbally approved to post in advance. Teen Book Awards National Awards Learn more about ALA Teens' Top 10 . See the 2023 winners here ! See other Teen Book Awards here ! About YA Gallery New Hampshire Awards Learn more about NH book awards. 2025 Winners 2026 Nominees Isinglass Award Nominees Isinglass Brochure Flume Award Nominees Flume Brochure Teen Book Awards NH Teen Poet Laureate Program NH Teen Poets are encouraged to sign up for Teen Tidbits, a bi-weekly newsletter organized by the NH Teen Poet Laureate Team! Learn about the latest local and national submission opportunities. Get tips, tricks, writing prompts, and more Sign up here ! For Students General EBSCO - The service provides full access to articles, essays, primary source materials, and videos on many topics. A valid 14-digit library card is required to access these databases. Learning Express - Users can access a variety of educational resources from our interactive online learning platforms. Users must create personal accounts in order to save their work in progress, store score reports, and revisit any practice tests, tutorials, or eBooks. Government State and local Governments - Links to state and local government sites. New Hampshire State Legislature - Official site of the New Hampshire State Legislature. Town of Exeter - The official site of the Town of Exeter Library of Congress - Library of Congress catalog, copyright office, documents, and photographs of America's heritage. The White House - Official White House site. U.S. Census Bureau - Official site of the U.S. Census Bureau. U.S. House of Representatives - Official site of the U.S. House of Representatives. U.S. Senate - Official site of the U.S. Senate. U.S. Supreme Court - Official site of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Exeter Public Library's Vision is to be the informational hub for the Exeter area, a vital institution that attracts and stimulates a vibrant community. Vision and Mission Vision Exeter Public Library's Vision is to be the informational hub for the Exeter area, a vital institution that attracts and stimulates a vibrant community. Mission The mission is to promote a literate, enlightened citizenship by providing equal access to a range of media, services and programs to meet the informational and recreational needs of the community and to encourage the discovery and evaluation of ideas and information, especially recognizing the library's responsibility as a place for children to discover the joy of reading. (from the Exeter Public Library's Long Range Plan, 2011-2021) Staff The team at Exeter Public Library is always available to answer questions, find a book, or help find references. Our staff shares a passion for literature and a commitment to ensure access of all library resources. Julia Lanter Director Chandra Boudreau Assistant Director Denise Fears Head of Children's Services Children's Room Kathy Cardin Rebecca Gosselin Kelsey Lovejoy Sarah Medlock Torrin Tanner Adult Services Loren Broo ks Laurie Corcoran Beth Kendall Shelby Lennon Ashley Marstaller Cataloger Hope Godino Teen Services Chandra Boudreau Sa rah Coll inge Pages Amelia Buckley Josslyn Borges Grace Gautreau Chloe Hartnett Addison Linscott Jaxon Sloan Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees is the legally designated governing board for the Exeter Public Library responsible for the overall welfare of the library and the customers it serves. The Board's responsibilities include establishment of library policies, fiduciary oversight, and hiring the library's executive director. Term Ends Barbara Young *Chair 2028 barbarayoung1044@gmail.com Sarah Zachos James *Vice Chair 2029 exeterpl.trustee.scz@gmail.com Cathleen Toomey *Secretary 2028 c.toomey.epltrustee@gmail.com Katherine A. Boudreau *Treasurer 2028 boudreau.kathy@aol.com Susan Feltus 2029 exeterpl.trustee.sf@gmail.com Sherry Kostenbader 2027 sjk417@gmail.com Deborah Wold 2029 exeterpl.trustee.dw@gmail.com Diana Perry 2028 lagperry@comcast.net Lisa Childs-Wilson 2027 m.c.wilson@comcast.net Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule 2024 The Board of Trustees meets the fourth Tuesday of the month, except in the summer and the month of December. Meetings are run in accordance with Roberts Rules of Order. Refer to the Library Board of Trustees website page for more information. Schedule EPL Board of Trustees Meetings will be posted at the library and on social media (Facebook and Instagram) on the Monday prior to the meeting. For all Board of Trustees' meetings, a total of 15 minutes of time will be set aside for Public Comment at the end of each meeting and a 5 minutes limit placed per individual speaking. If the issue merits more time for consideration by the Board, all information must be presented to the Chair in writing 5 business days prior to the meeting. The Exeter Public Library shall be operated in accordance with current New Hampshire Library Laws as outlined in New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated (RSA) Chapter 202-A and is governed by an elected, independent Board of Trustees. Library Board of Trustees Policy Vision and Mission Library History Freedom-to-Read Statement ALA Library Bill of Rights Renovation Plan Fact Sheet Long Range Plan - pending update

Our staff is passionate about literature and dedicated to ensuring that all library resources are accessible to everyone. They will help you find the perfect book, or guide you to the best references available. Staff Currently, we are not hiring. Any openings will be posted on this Staff page and the Contact page. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to future opportunities. We are thrilled to let you know that the amazing team at Exeter Public Library is always ready to assist you. They will help you find the perfect book, or guide you to the best references available. Our staff is passionate about literature and dedicated to ensuring that all library resources are accessible to everyone. Don't hesitate to contact us at 603-772-3101 Main or 603-772-6036 Children's Room. We can't wait to hear from you! Director Julia Lanter Head of Children's Services Denise Fears Assistant Director Chandra Boudreau Adult Services Loren Brooks Laurie Corcoran Cerys Forster Hope Godino Beth Kendall Shelby Lennon Ashley Marstaller Teen Services Chandra Boudreau Sarah Collinge Children's Room Kathy Cardin Becca Gosselin Kelsey Lovejoy Sarah Medlock Torrin Tanner Pages Josslyn Borges Amelia Buckley Grace Gautreau Chloe Hartnett Addison Linscott Jaxon Sloan

Exeter Public Library NH is the informational hub for the Exeter area, an institution that provides equal access to a range of media, services and programs to meet the needs of the community especially recognizing the library's responsibility as a place for children to discover the joy of reading. Street Restaurant Fundraiser Tue, Jun 02 STREET Exeter Support the library by eating at Street Restaurant in Exeter on Tuesday, June 2 from 5 to 9 PM. Tell your server you are dining to support the Friends of Exeter Public Library. Learn more June 2026 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 1 9:15 AM Teen All Day Gaming 1:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 3:30 PM Teen Writing Club +2 more 2 10:00 AM All Ages Story Time 10:00 AM Learn Korean 1:00 PM Tuesday Movie +3 more 3 9:15 AM Teen All Day Gaming 10:00 AM Ages 3+ Story Time 11:00 AM Art Talk with Sarah Koff +4 more 4 10:00 AM American Standard Bridge 10:00 AM All Ages Story Time 3:30 PM Teen Anime Club +1 more 5 9:00 AM Children's Room Open Art 11:00 AM Book Talks: Langdon Place 3:00 PM Teen Refreshing Fridays 6 10:00 AM Family Game Day 10:00 AM Italian Table 7 8 9:15 AM Teen All Day Gaming 1:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 3:30 PM Teen Writing Club +2 more 9 10:00 AM All Ages Story Time 1:00 PM Tuesday Movie 2:00 PM 2 over 1 Bridge +1 more 10 9:15 AM Teen All Day Gaming 10:00 AM Ages 3+ Story Time 12:30 PM Spanish Table +3 more 11 9:30 AM Library Opening at 9:30 AM 10:00 AM American Standard Bridge 10:00 AM All Ages Story Time +2 more 12 9:00 AM Children's Room Open Art 2:00 PM Book Talks: Riverwoods 3:00 PM Teen Refreshing Fridays 13 9:00 AM Watch TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures at Our Library 10:00 AM Cribbage with Friends of Exeter Public Library 10:00 AM Italian Table 14 15 Day (1/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:15 AM Teen All Day Gaming 1:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg +2 more 16 Day (2/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM All Ages Story Time 10:00 AM Learn Korean +4 more 17 Day (3/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM Ages 3+ Story Time 10:00 AM Morning Book Group: "The Secret Life of Groceries" by Benjamin Lorr +2 more 18 Day (4/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:10 AM Teen All Day Gaming 10:00 AM American Standard Bridge +2 more 19 Day (5/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:00 AM Library Closed Friday, June 19 20 Day (6/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM Italian Table 11:00 AM Abigail Adams: Liberty & Legacy 21 Day (7/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 22 Day (8/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 1:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 5:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg: Evening Group +2 more 23 Day (9/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM All Ages Story Time 1:00 PM Tuesday Movie +2 more 24 Day (10/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM Ages 3+ Story Time 12:30 PM Spanish Table +2 more 25 Day (11/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:10 AM Teen All Day Gaming 10:00 AM American Standard Bridge +4 more 26 Day (12/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:00 AM Children's Room Open Art 3:00 PM Teen Refreshing Fridays 27 Day (13/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM Italian Table 11:00 AM Author Talk: Alex Myers +1 more 28 Day (14/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 29 Day (15/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 1:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 5:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg: Evening Group +2 more 30 Day (16/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM Learn Korean 1:00 PM Tuesday Movie +1 more 1 Day (17/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 12:30 PM Spanish Table 1:00 PM American Mah Jongg +1 more 2 Day (18/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:10 AM Teen All Day Gaming 10:00 AM American Standard Bridge +1 more 3 Day (19/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 11:00 AM Book Talks: Langdon Place 3:00 PM Teen Refreshing Fridays 4 Day (20/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 5 Day (21/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 6 Day (22/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 1:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg 5:00 PM Taiwanese Mah Jongg: Evening Group +2 more 7 Day (23/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM All Ages Story Time 2:00 PM 2 over 1 Bridge 8 Day (24/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM Children's Miss Julieann Music Show 12:30 PM Spanish Table +1 more 9 Day (25/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:10 AM Teen All Day Gaming 10:00 AM American Standard Bridge +3 more 10 Day (26/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 9:00 AM Children's Room Open Art 3:00 PM Teen Refreshing Fridays 11 Day (27/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins 10:00 AM Cribbage with Friends of Exeter Public Library 10:00 AM Italian Table 12 Day (28/48) Teen Summer Reading Begins May 2026 Calendar of Events Quick Links How do I find...? To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. 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 ! The Friends of Exeter Public Library Visit The Friends of Exeter Public Library page . Learn about the wonderful things they do for the library and how you can help! Book Talk Service is 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. Visit the Adult Programs page for dates or Contact us for more information at 603-772-3101 or Join the Library Start your library journey... register for a library card. Learn How Digital Downloads Find eBooks, digital audiobooks, magazines, and more. Get Started Events Go to the Exeter 250th Celebration page for events happening throughout the year! The Wandering Cook Tuesday, May 5 at 5:30 PM & Tuesday, May 19 at 5:30 PM Dare to Read Book Discussion Thursday, May 7 at 10 AM This program is part of the Big Watch and is made possible by New Hampshire Humanities Ongoing Programs For more information on Ongoing Programs visit the Adult Programs Page Adult Services Happenings To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Children's Room Happenings Go to the Children's Room page for more information. Teen Scene Programs and Book Groups Visit the Teen Scene page for more details *NEW* Teen Writing Group Current Library Newsletter 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. Sign up for the Newsletter here. Town Newsletter The Town of Exeter, NH aims to keep you in the know about all things Exeter through various email subscription options. The Town is always looking for ways to improve its communication with residents and visitors, if you have ideas for how we can improve our email newsletters or add more information to our lists, please contact the Media Communications Coordinator Bob Glowacky at rglowacky@exeternh.gov . To Sign up, click here Newsletter, and simply fill in your information and check the boxes for the lists you want to receive. You can unsubscribe or edit your preferences any time. Stay Connected with SAU 16! Please use the QR Code or go to this link for more information: SAU 16 ParentSquare Community Group to join our newly created messaging group for community members that are not directly connected to our SAU 16 schoolls.

The State Library has opened its services for Interlibrary Loans. If an item is not in our collection, we use this system to borrow it from another library. If you would like to order an item, please contact the library at 603-772-3101 or email: exeterpl.ref@gmail.com. Loan Express Library Exciting news! The State Library offers Interlibrary loan services! That means if we don't have a book you're looking for, we can borrow it from another library just for you! To order, simply reach out to us at 603-772-3101 or email us at exeterpl.ref@gmail.com . Follow One Book Few people get to see what happens after an ILL book is picked up by their NHSL van driver. NHSL is creating a set of videos that can give everyone an idea as to what our drivers do for us every day. Follow One Book as it is picked up in Littleton, travels to the State Library to be sorted and sent to Bartlett, with some stops in between.This video was made through several librarians’ and drivers’ videos and photos from around the state. Video created by Nicole Jache here at the State Library

Summer Reading Programs 2026 Summer Reading Kick Off Party: Family Fair Day! Come for an old fashioned afternoon of games, snacks, coloring, and more in Founder's Park! Wednesday, July 1 from 1 - 3 PM. All Ages Welcome! This event is open to all ages, and free and open to the public! Stay tuned for more details about Adult Summer Reading! READ, WHITE, AND BLUE Children's Room Summer Reading Program Children's Summer Reading Sign-ups start: June 29 Runs: July 6 to August 15 Reading Logs! Children of all ages are welcome to participate in our reading log program! Children choose their reading goal each week, and when they reach their goal they earn a prize! Reading Logs can not be checked 30 minutes before or after special events. Children ages 7-11 have a choice to participate with reading logs or with our BookFlix program! Sign-up is required. Join one of the Children’s Room summer book groups! You will receive a book to read for each session, then come back to watch the movie adaptation of each book! 2025 Art in the Park Special Event Wednesdays Events are free and open to the public. June 16 - August 2 Free and open to all Teens 12-18 years old Every Time You Check Out FOR EVERY ITEM YOU CHECK OUT you get a raffle ticket for the Grand Prizes Items includes books, manga, DVDs, comics, video games, puzzles... ANYTHING at the Library! EVERY TIME YOU CHECK OUT you get 2 pieces of candy and sticker or a button Grand Prizes Your raffle tickets can go towards any of these Grand Prizes $25 Gift Card For Water Street Bookstore in Exeter $20 Gift Cards Generously donated by the Friends of the Exeter Public Library 3 available $25 Gift Card Generously donated by Domino's Pizza in Stratham Plague Doctor 17" Plague Doctor Squishable Summer Candy Win pieces of candy equal to the number of items checked out during Summer Reading Weekly Schedule There's something going on every day in the Teen Scene this Summer Mondays All Day Video and Board Gaming (All summer) Thursdays All Day Video and Board Gaming (All summer) Tuesdays Special Time Travel Events (From 6/16 - 8/2) Fridays Refreshing Fridays (All summer) Wednesdays Summer Book Group (All summer) Saturdays Extra Weekly Trivia (From 6/16 - 8/2) Visit the Teen Scene on Tuesdays starting August 5th for a Snack Attack! Special Events Special time travel events every Tuesday No sign up required! Summer Book Group Been reading something fun? Wanna talk about a movie you watched? Have a video game to recommend? Come to a summer book club! Bring any kind of media you like! It doesn't have to be a book Thank You to Our Sponsors! A big thank you to our sponsors, without whom the Teen Summer Reading Program would not be the same! Lindt Chocolates The Friends of the Exeter Public Library Dominos Pizza Download a Brochure For More Information Click Here

The library has new Art Exhibits and Displays every month in the Godino Mystery Wing of the library. If you are interested in displaying your work, contact us at 603-772-3101. Art Exhibits and Displays The Godino Wing on the Adult Services level holds exhibits and displays of local groups, individuals, and special featured events. Visit the Library today! For more information, contact the library at 603-772-3101. Interested in displaying your work? Fill out the online Artist Interest Form here. The program coordinator will contact you soon, or call the library. Here are the forms and guidelines to print out for your reference: Art Exhibit Guidelines Art Exhibit Agreement & Waiver of Liability April Artist "Alight from the Past" by Nicole Ellis March Artist Batiking by Larry Provencher Past EPL Exhibits

Contact us for information about books, items, reference questions, and much more. Contact Us Are you on the hunt for a thrilling book? Or maybe you need to renew or reserve one? How about processing an interlibrary loan? Look no further! Our website has got you covered. Explore the different tabs to discover upcoming events, online resources, Book Groups, Summer Programs, and so much! Currently, we are not hiring. Any openings will be posted on this Contact page and the Staff page. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to future opportunities. Contact Us: Adult Services: 603-772-3101 Children's Room: 603-772-6036 Museum Passes: 603-772-6036 (Children's Room) Reference Questions: exeterpl.ref@gmail.com Interlibrary Loans: exeterpl.ill@gmail.com Questions for Julia Lanter, Director: exeterpljal@gmail.com or jlanter@exeternh.gov Opening Hours Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm 9:00 am – 5:00 pm 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Closed Like us on facebook and iinstagram: Address: 4 Chestnut Street Exeter NH 03833

A Library of Things is a growing collection of items that will be available to borrow for an experience you may not have had the opportunity to enjoy before. Currently Exeter Public Library has items that are not books that can be loaned out for 8 days. ​ Library of Things Our Library of Things is a growing collection of items that are available to borrow for an experience you may not have had the opportunity to enjoy before. Our collection is ever-expanding, so keep visiting the library to see what may be available. Download a Library of Things Brochure Here NEW ITEMS Digital Radon Detector NH Radon Program New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services Request your own Radon Kit 7.5 quart Lodge Dutch Oven 14 Day Checkout Crockpot 4-8 quart Slow Cooker 14 Day Checkout Popular Items Telescopes See the stars from your own backyard! Our telescopes come with a Star Map and Constellation Guide. There are four different telescopes available to check out for 7 Days Adventure Backpacks Everything you need for an adventure! These backpacks are perfect for fun in the outdoors. They are themed on Hiking and Water activities, and check out for 7 Days Electricity Usage Monitors 7 Days Karaoke System 7 Days Fishing Magnet 14 Days Metal Detector 7 Days Typewriter 7 Days CD Boombox 7 Days Ukulele 14 Days Music Stand 7 Days Tablet Stand 7 Days Sewing Machine 14 Days Video Game Consoles As the host of the New Hampshire Video Game Library, we have video games, consoles, and accessories available for check out These consoles check out for 14 days Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X PlayStation 5 To learn more about the NH Video Game Library Click Here Tech Equipment Assorted technology you never knew you needed! We have a range of items including media players, computer equipment, and cameras Outdoor Games These classic game sets are made for the outdoors! They all check out for 14 Days Giant Games These are giant versions of classic board games They all check out for 14 Days Inflatable Pool Games These inflatable toys are perfect for the pool! They all check out for 14 Days Tabletop Games These board and card games are perfect for at home or on-the-go gameplay with friends, family, or by yourself These all check out for 28 Days Gardening Tools These all check out for 14 Days These all check out for 14 Days Kitchen Tools BACK TO TOP