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. March 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 Reading Classics of 20th Century Literature Intro to Writing Tuesday, February 24 at 10 AM and Thursday, March 5th at 6 PM DAR Genealogy Workshop Thursday, March 12 at 4-6 PM The Wandering Cook Tuesday March 3 and March 17 @ 5:30 PM What is Bigfoot? with Ronny LeBlanc Thursday, March 5 at 6 PM New England Iris Harp Orchestra Wednesday, March 18 at 6:30 PM Vendors Wanted! Spring Author Fair, Saturday, March 28 10 AM 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.

EXETER 250TH CELEBRATION 2026 marks the United States' Sestercentennial Anniversary of its independence. The Exeter 250 Celebration Commission is organizing events throughout the year to honor the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the "Great Experiment"of democracy. The library is presenting a variety of 250th themed programing. Check out what the library is offering for this special event. Exeter 250 Event Flyer Exeter Celebrates America 250 - Town Website Welcome to NH 250 - State Website America 250 - Federal Website Menu Commemorative Pins 250th Book Groups DAR Genealogy Workshops Dare to Read: Annual Speaker Series 2026 Summer Reading Patriotic Movie Sing-along Commemorative Pins Exeter 250 Commemorative Pins Available Now A beautiful commemorative pin, featuring one of Exeter's contributions to the war of independence, The Powder House. The small brick structure stored gun powder used in the first skirmishes in Boston. They're a great way to join in on the celebrations and remind others about the 250th. The pins are $10 each and are available for purchase at the following locations: Exeter Parks and Recreation Exeter Historical Society Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce Exeter Public Library Trends Water Street Bookstore Adult Services Book Groups for 2026 SPECIAL BOOK GROUP EVENT Celebrating 250 Years Book Groups Available now to borrow at Exeter Public Library! Genealogy Workshop Presented by The Daughters of the Revolution Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4-6 PM DAR Genealogy Dare to Read Speaker Series Dare to Read: Annual Speaker Series Nations Apart by Colin Woodard Presented in Partnership with American Independence Museum Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10 AM at Exeter Public Library with special guest Joe Pace Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 7 PM at Exeter Town Hall with special guest Colin Woodard Summer Reading The Exeter 250 Celebration Commission invites the public to join in the Exeter Public Library's annual summer reading program with a patriotic theme for 2026! More details coming soon! Sponsored in partnership with the Exeter Historical Society. Events hosted by the Exeter 250 Celebration Commission are free and open to the public. Movie Sing-along Join the Exeter 250 Celebration Commission for a patriotic movie sing-along at the Exeter Public Library on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026.

2026 Survey Long-Range Plan 2026 - 2031 Long-Range Plan and Community Survey Exeter Public Library wants to hear from you! A community-led committee is looking for input on the library to plan for the next five years of operation. Here is your chance to tell the library what you like and what you need. All opinions are appreciated, even if you have never come to Exeter Public Library. Please let a librarian know if you need a survey in a more accessible format. Adult Survey Teen Survey

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. Sign-ups are happening now! 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.

Children's Room Services LC the tortoise and Dewey the guinea pig are always here to greet you! They love to have stories read to them. Do you have a favorite story you would like to share? There is always a scavenger hunt going on in the Children's Room. See if you can find all of the hidden pictures! Please check the Children's Room social medias and the library's Upcoming Events Calendar on the website for future details. If you have any questions, please call the Children's Room phone number at 603-772-6036. Top of Page Calendar Special Events Story Time Facebook Open Art Instagram Clubs Book Groups Bottom of Page Photo Gallery of Children's Room Activities Children's Room Calendars Chldren's Room Calendar Children's Room Special Events Chldren's Room Special Events Story Time and Open Art Story Time and Open Art Children's Room Clubs On-going Clubs Check out the Upcoming Event s page for dates. Children's Book Groups Register for a Children's Book Group today! Ages 6-7 Ages 7-8 Ages 8-9 Ages 9-11 Chidlren's Book Groups Video Game Library Thanks to patrons donations, children can check out video games! Come in and see the variety of games to play! This is only a portion of the video game collection, come in and see what we have, or check out the catalog! Game on! Exeter scores grant to start PlayStation, Nintendo video game library! The library was awarded a $22,613 grant to create a New Hampshire Gaming Library. The grant is part of the American Rescue Plan of 2021 and is being facilitated by the N.H. State Library. Check out the article from the Seacoast Online's Exeter Newsletter. Bottom of Page Top of Page

Flight Path at the Exeter Public Library The Exeter Public Library won a grant from Spark of Science @ My Library for Flight Path! This grant allows the library the opportunity to educate the community on local birds, and to inspire scientific curiosity. Birds seen by the community! Photo of Baltimore Oriole Photo of three birds: Left is Black-Capped Chickadee, Middle is Northern Cardinal, Right is a House Photo of Wild Turkey Photo of Baltimore Oriole 1/9 If you have any photos you wish to share from your birding adventures, email: exeterpl.birding@gmail.com Bird Watch Bingo! The Exeter Public Library’s Bird Watch Bingo allows for you to be on the lookout for birds all around you, and learn how to identify them. Pick up the bingo at either the children's service desk, or the adult circulation desk in the library. Turn in the bingo sheet with 1 row, column, or diagonal completed for your name to be entered in our raffle once, or turn in the sheet with a full blackout to have your name entered 3 times! The Exeter Public Library’s Flight Path raffle will be drawn at our first event on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Window Safety and Nesting Materials Saturday, March 14 @ 11 AM Children's DIY Window Decals Our DIY Window Decal activity allows you to design your own window decals, inspired by local birds, and apply them to a window to help reduce bird collisions. Either take it home, or leave it at the library for our window display! Teen and Adult DIY Nesting Balls In collaboration with Exeter's Conservation and Sustainability Planner Learn how to make DIY Nesting Balls for birds to gather safe nesting materials from in your yard! This program will go over what materials are safe to use in DIY Nesting Balls, and will provide all that is needed! World Migratory Bird Day Monday, May 4 - Saturday, May 9 The Exeter Public Library is celebrating World Migratory Bird Day for the entire week of May 4-9! Visit the Children’s Room to take a look at the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve’s Osprey Cam to hopefully see Osprey young being raised! Both the children’s floor and the main floor will also feature different bird book displays for all of your research, or story, needs. Interested in checking out the live cam yourself? Find it here: Great Bay Osprey Cam Window Safety and Nesting Materials Saturday, October 10 @ 11 AM Children's Winter Coat Craft A craft activity with gluing down paper feathers that showcases how a birds winter coat works! Help the Black-Capped Chickadee fluff its feathers in preparation for the cold. Teen and Adult DIY Bird Seed Ornaments Join the library in making bird seed ornaments to help prepare our feathered friends for the cold coming our way! Attendees will be given a pre-made ornament to take home to hang up, as well as a to-go craft bag to make more!

Exeter Vital Statistics Vital Statistics from the Exeter, NH Annual Town Reports from 1887 to 2019 These V ital Statistics are located in the library's Historical Room and in digital online format. Births Deaths Marriages Long-Range Plan Minutes January 2026- Draft Meeting Minutes January 2024 Meeting Minutes January 2025

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. Library 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. Board of Trustees Jennifer Medlock *Chair 2026 jennymedlock27@gmail.com Barbara Young * Treasurer 2028 barbarayoung1044@gmail.com Sarah Zachos James *Vice Chair 2026 exeterpl.trustee.scz@gmail.com Lisa Childs-Wilson 2027 m.c.wilson@comcast.net Cathleen Toomey *Secretary 2028 c.toomey.epltrustee@gmail.com Term Ends Laura Wyskiel 2026 lwyskiel@comcast.net Sherry Kostenbader 2027 sjk417@gmail.com Diana Perry 2028 lagperry@comcast.net Katherine A. Boudreau 2026 boudreau.kathy@aol.com Term Ends 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. Menu 2026 Meeting Schedule Meeting Minutes Policies and Other Notes Web Links NH Library Trustees Association Trustees Manual Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule 2026 The Board of Trustees meet 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. Schedule The EPL Board of Trustees Meetings are held in the Exeter Public Library's Art Room located on the Children's Room ground floor level. The information will be posted at the library and on social media (Facebook and Instagram) on the Friday prior to the meeting. Here is the 2026 Schedule January 27, 2026 at 6 PM *Postponed February 3, 2026 at 6 PM *New Date February 24, 2026 at 6 PM March 24, 2026 at 6 PM April 28, 2026 at 6 PM May 26, 2026 at 6 PM June 23, 2026 at 6 PM September 22, 2026 at 6 PM October 27, 2026 at 6 PM November 24, 2026 at 6 PM 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. Trustees Meeting Minutes 2026 - 2020 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 and before Long-Range Plan Minutes January 2026- Draft Meeting Minutes January 2024 Meeting Minutes February 2024 Meeting Minutes March 2024 Meeting Minutes April 2024 Meeting Minutes June 2024 Meeting Minutes September 2024 Meeting Minutes October 2024 Meeting Minutes November 2024 Meeting Minutes May 2024 Meeting Minutes January 2023 Meeting Minutes February 2023 Meeting Minutes March 2023 Meeting Minutes April 2023 Meeting Minutes May 2023 Meeting Minutes June 2023 Meeting Minutes September 2023 Extra Meeting Minutes September 2023 Meeting Minutes October 2023 Meeting Minutes November 2023 Meeting Minutes January 2025 Meeting Minutes February 2025 Meeting Minutes March 2025 Meeting Minutes April 2025 Meeting Minutes June 2025 Meeting Minutes September 2025 Meeting Minutes October 2025 Meeting Minutes November 2025- Draft Meeting Minutes May 2025 Meeting Minutes January 2022 Meeting Minutes February 2022 Meeting Minutes March 2022 Meeting Minutes April 2022 Meeting Minutes May 2022 Meeting Minutes June 2022 Meeting Minutes September 2022 Meeting Minutes October 2022 Meeting Minutes November 2022 Meeting Minutes January 2021 Meeting Minutes February 2021 Meeting Minutes March 2021 Meeting Minutes April 2021 Meeting Minutes: May 2021 Meeting Minutes January 2020 Meeting Minutes February 2020 Meeting Minutes July 2020 Meeting Notes July 2020 Meeting Minutes September 2020 Meeting Minutes: June 2021 Meeting Minutes: September 2021 Meeting Minutes: October 2021 Meeting Minutes: November 2021 20250311_191147 Describe your image Add a Title Describe your image Add a Title Describe your image 20250311_191147 Describe your image 1/7 Policies and Other Notes Policies Long-Range Plan Past Director's Reports Collection Development Policy- approved 1-25-2023 Library Policies - Approved December 2025 Personnel Policy Bylaws of the Board of Trustees- Under Construction Directors Report March 2021 Directors Report April 2021 Director's Report: June 2021 Director's Report: October 2021 Director's Report: May 2021 Long-range Plan Minutes July 2025-Draft Long Range Plan 2011 - 2021- Pending update Long-Range Plan Minutes October 2025 Long-Range Plan Minutes November 2025 Long-Range Plan Minutes December 2025 Long-Range Plan Minutes January 2026- Draft

The library has adult programming for the community throughout the year at no cost. Programs are in person. Other activities you can participate in are virtually on instagram and facebook. Adult Programs and Events - 2026 Upcoming Events and Programs EVENTS Ongoing Programs Weekly Language Tables Come in and explore a new language. No teachers. No lessons. No pressure. Learn Korean Every other Tuesday at 10 AM Spanish Table Wednesdays 12:30-2:00 PM Japanese Every 2nd and 4th Thursday 4:30 PM French Table Thursdays at 5:30 PM Italian Language Saturdays at 10 AM Games to Play at the Library Join us for Pinochle Mondays 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM! Don't miss out on the fun! Pinochle is an exciting card game that can be played by two or more players using a unique 48-card deck! This deck features two of each card from nine to ace, and the goal is to score points through thrilling combinations and to outsmart your opponents by winning tricks. Get ready for some fun and strategic gameplay! Bridge on the River Every Tuesday and Thursday 10 AM - 12 PM Play Bridge at the library! I f you would like to learn more about Bridge or if it has been a while and need to freshen up on the game, visit these sites FREE 1-hour intro-to-bridge Zoom classes . These would be good for others in the community interested in learning. For those who just haven't played in a loooong time. Download Information about classes here Brochure Cribbage at the Library Every 2nd Saturday of the month Presented by the Friends of Exeter Public Library Cribbage is an exciting card game for two players where each competitor aims to create thrilling counting combinations with their cards! Ongoing Programs Games Mah Jongg Join us for Mah Jongg at the library Taiwanese Mah Jongg every Monday at 1:30 PM Evening Taiwanese Mah Jongg - Mondays at 5 PM American Mah Jongg - Wednesdays at 1 PM Meet in the Mezzanine Meeting Room Beginners Welcome! Evening Knitting Group - Mondays at 6:00 - 7:30 PM Bring a friend & your latest needle project Beginners welcome! The Stitchers Guild - Last Thursday of every month 5:30 - 7 PM Come stitch with us. Any project you have: embroidery, cross-stitch, needlepoint, or just sewing on some buttons. Sit, sew, and laugh! Visit the Movies Scene page for the line-up every Tuesday at 1 PM The programs are free and open to the public. Exeter Public Library is located at 4 Chestnut Street in Exeter, NH. For more information on this or any of our upcoming movies, visit the Movies Scene page, or contact the library at 603-772-3101. Book Groups - 2026 Morning and Evening Groups are held monthly. Check the Join a Book Group page of this website for more details. NEW! Non-Fiction Book Group! Book Groups Book Talk Art on Display in the Godino Mystery Wing Go to Art Exhibits and Displays page for more information Tech Help Drop in for help with the Technology Resource Librarian. Here are some of the tasks: printing, scanning, emailing, downloading apps on your device. Sessions should take no more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, please contact us to set up a 30-minute session. For helpful sites to visit go to the Tech Help page Tech Help We will help you set up Libby and learn how to use it on your device. Interested in doing an Adult program at the library? Fill out the provided form and the Program Coordinator will be in touch with you or call the library for more details at 603-772-3101. Adult Program Submission Form Colgate 13 A Capella 2025 LitFest 2025 New England Irish Harp Orchestra Southern New Hampshire Ukelele Group Workshop Gallery of Photos from Past Events and Library Happenings

Online resources is a collection of the Library's resources that can be used in the library, at work, or home with a user name and password. Some resources are suggestions and do not require a user name and password. Help is available by emailing the library at exeterpl.ref@gmail.com or contacting us at 603-772-3101. ​ Online Resources Most of the online resources can be used at home with a user name and password, or library card number. Otherwise, you will need to come into the library to get set-up for access. Help is available by emailing the library at exeterpl.ref@gmail.com or contacting us at 603-772-3101. 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! Consumer Reports Ancestry.com Access 30+ Billion Records on the World's Largest Online Family History Resource. Your Ancestors Become More Than a Name. Historical Insights, Photos, Records, and More. Visit the library to access this online tool. In-house use only. Find a Book with Novelist Plus Novelist Plus is the leading provider of research databases, e-journal and e-package subscription management, book collection development and acquisition management, and a major provider of library technology, e-books and clinical decision solutions for universities, colleges, hospitals, corporations, government, K12 schools and public libraries worldwide. Library card number is required. Please refer to FAQ site for help signing in. Find a Kids Book with Novilist Plus K-8 is an EBSCO database about books specifically for younger readers. It helps kids find books that are just right for their reading level and interests. Parents, teachers, and librarians can also find tools to teach with books and engage young readers. It allows readers to use a favorite author or title as a template to locate other authors and titles of interest. You can browse theme-oriented book lists at every reading level and look for outstanding titles in Award Winners. You can learn more about books and authors through Feature Articles, Book Discussion Guides, and BookTalks. NoveList K-8 includes picture books, children's "chapter" books, children's and younger teen titles in both fiction and non-fiction. (You can also choose to search books for readers at older teen or adult level by using NoveList Plus.) Library card number is required. Learning Express Library Computers are a necessity--at home, at work and at school. Whether you're looking to brush up on the fundamentals of computers, more easily navigate the web or learn a new software program, the library is here to help. Enjoy FREE access to more than 90-self paced video tutorials at EBSCO's Library Express Library. American Ancestors by New England Historical Genealogical Society. Local History and Genealogy The History room includes resources on Exeter history and the surrounding seacoast cities and towns. Stop by or contact us to get started on your search for information about your home, the town, or genealogy. Most of the online resources can be used at home with a user name and password. Help is available by emailing or contacting us. Additional Resources Micofilm Inventory at the Library The Microfilm Inventory contains archived newspapers and reports dating back to the 1800's. At this time, some of the Microfilm is off-site being digitalized. Other collections such as; Book records of renown families in the area, Town Reports, Yearbooks, Maps, Cemetery locations, etc. Please contact the library if you have any questions. 603-772-3101. Exeter Vital Statistics V ital Statistics dating back to the 1800's are located in the library's Historical Room and in digital online format. Access New England Historic Genealogical Society The New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to advancing the study of family history in America and beyond, by educating, inspiring, and connecting people through our scholarship, collections, and expertise. . Access College Planning College Scholarship Search Scholarship Search - Find scholarships, other financial aid and internships from more than 2,200 programs. Explore Colleges College Search - Look up colleges by type of school, location, cost, size, and more and build a college list. Parent College Planning Resources College Planning - Find out how you can help your child prepare for college, pay for college, and more with resources from the College Board FASFA - Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form to apply for financial aid for college or graduate school. Fraud Awareness Fraud Awareness Here are some resources from the Federal Trade Commission Identity Theft Unwanted Calls IRS Imposter Charity Fraud Grandkids Scam Online Dating Tech Support Scam Healthcare Scam Social Security Fraud Credit Card Fraud Cyber Safety Cyber Safety OnGuard Online OnGuard Online - Tips from the Federal Trade Commission to help you stay safe and secure online. Common Sense Media Common Sense Media - Learn tips to ensure your child is safe online and discover apps and other online games that are educational. Safe Search Kids Safe Search Kids - Articles and tips for parents, educators and kids. Topics may include; internet safety tips, posting pictures online, parental controls for your family, social media safety, and many more topics Family Guide to Online Safety - Suggested by a the Lyndhurst STEM Club Mental & Behavioral Health Resource Guide Rockingham County Resources Greater Seacoast Community Health - Families First Portsmouth Call 603-422-8208, Goodwin Community Health Somersworth Call 603-749-2346, Lilac City Pediatrics Somersworth & Portsmouth Call 603-749-2346, or visit getcommunityhealth.org . Seacoast Mental Health Center Portsmouth Call 603-431-6703, Exeter Call 603-772-2710 or visit smhc-nh.org. Center for Life Management Derry and Salem 603-434-1577, for 24/7 acute care services Call 603-434-1577 option 1, or visit centerforlifemanagement.org . Southern NH Services Mancheste r Call 603-668-8010 or visit snhs.org . A community action program helping families with health, housing, employment-related assistance and more in Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties. Austin 17 House Brentwood Call 603-770-6374 or visit austin17house.org . A youth & family community center. The Upper Room Derry Call 603-437-8477 or visit urteachers.org. The Upper Room is a family resource center. Seacoast Outright Portsmouth Call 603-552-5824 or visit seacoastoutright.org . A resource for LGBTQ+ youth. The Derry Friendship Center Derry Call 603-432-9794 or visit thederryfriendshipcenter.org . The Friendship Center aims to reduce the stigma associated with substance use and provide a safe space for peer based support. Haven Portsmouth & Epping Call 603-994-7233 (24 hour confidential support) or Call 603-436-4107 or visit havennh.org . Support for all people affected by domestic and sexual violence. NH 211 Call 211 or visit 211nh.org . 211 NH provides the residents of NH with easy and accurate access to health and human services to meet their needs daily and in times of crisis. NH Rapid Response Access Point (NHRRAP) Call or text 833-710-6477 or visit nh988.com . The NHRRAP provides individuals in the state of New Hampshire with immediate, 24/7 access to mental health and/or substance use crisis support. The Access Point can resolve your immediate crisis via phone, text, or chat. ServiceLink Call 1-866-634-9412 or visit dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/adult-aging-care/servicelink . ServiceLink provides information, support and referrals to individuals of all ages, income levels and abilities and administers programs and services such as Information and Referral Services, Person-Centered Options Counseling, NH Family Caregiver Program, State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), and Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). Referral, Education, Assistance and Prevention Program (REAP) Call 866-634-9412 or visit dhhs.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt476/files/documents2/reap_brochure.pdf . REAP is a community-based, short term support program and is available to all older adults (60+ and their caregivers) in New Hampshire. National Alliance on Mental Illness New Hampshire (NAMI NH) Call 1-800-242-6264 or visit naminh.org . NAMI NH works to improve the quality of life for all by providing support, education and advocacy for people affected by mental illness and suicide. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 988 for immediate help, 24/7. Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. Or visit 988lifeline.org . Veterans Crisis Line : Suicide Prevention Hotline, Text and Chat Veterans and their loved ones can call 988 and press 1. Chat online at veteranscrisisline.net/get-help-now/chat or text 838255 to receive confidential support 24/7. Support for deaf and hard of hearing individuals is available. The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline Call 1-833-852-6262 or visit mchb.hrsa.gov/ national-maternal-mental-health-hotline . The Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support before, during, & after pregnancy. Trans Lifeline Hotline Call 1-877-565-8860 or visit translifeline.org/hotline . The Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for trans and questioning peers. Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) Call or text 1-800-985-5990 or visit samhsa.gov . DDH is a national hotline providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. The Trevor Project Call 1-866-488-7386 or text 678-678 or visit thetrevorproject.org . Reach out to a counselor if you’re struggling, find answers and information, and get the tools you need to help someone else. Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, from anywhere in the U.S. The LGBT National Help Center Call 1-888-843-4564 or visit lgbthotline.org . The support volunteers identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ family, and are here to serve by providing free and confidential support and information. Al-Anon Call 1-888-425-2666 or visit al-anon.org . Al-Anon members are people who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. Alcoholics Anonymous Visit aa.org . AA has a simple program for people who have a problem with alcohol. For aditional resources visit: extension.unh.edu/mental-health-resources This resource was developed in part under grant #1H79SM08467101 from the FY2021 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Mental Health Awareness Training Grant. The University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity educator and employer. UNH, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, and New Hampshire counties cooperating. Direct inquiries to unh.civilrights@unh.edu . ® February 2024 - The University of New Hampshire NH Statewide Resources Nationwide Resources Mental & Behavioral Health Resources Older Populations For the Adult and Aging Population NEW Free Online Fitness Classes thru AARP! Go to seniorplanet.org for the schedule and get started on a healthy lifestyle Care.com - Resources for Seniors Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We have been featured by AARP, The Administration for Community Living, The National Legal Resource Center, and Forbes, as well as referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the Internet. Cell Phone Information : https://www.caring.com/best-cell-phones-for-seniors/ . Cell phones have become a necessary and significant part of people's lives. For seniors, it can provide a higher degree of autonomy and allow them to stay connected more easily with family and friends. A cell phone can also give seniors more security, and In an emergency, having a mobile phone can allow them to get help quickly. Our new resource provides information on the best mobile devices for older adults based on their specific needs. We also cover how to get financial assistance, how to choose the right device, and how to help a loved one get the most out of a cell phone. NH Assisted Living Guide can be viewed on this site : https://www.seniorhomes.com/new-hampshire/ NEW RESOURCE: Recent news on Senior Online Scammers www.digitalmarketingdegree.org/seniors-safety-online-scammers/ Senior Resources Creative Aging Foundations On Demand from Lifetime Arts The program is a free, self-paced online course that is designed for institutions and individuals seeking to run successful, participatory artmaking programming for older adults. This course will serve as a guide as you plan programs and develop the necessary partnerships to support this important, cross-sector work.Visit this link for more information: https://youtu.be/es7w1cSkZs I Veterans Connection Veterans Connection The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention is requesting that all local libraries and community centers share VA content regarding federal mental health resources with their community. 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The New Hampshire CDL test consists of 50 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 40 questions (80%). The general knowledge test covers the contents of the New Hampshire CDL Manual . NLS National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled Library of Congress BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) Tired of waiting for a popular book? Planning a trip and wanting to take some good reading with you? We have your solution: BARD (B raille and A udio R eading D ownload) BARD gives users FREE access to download any NLS book or magazine they want, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No more wait lists; no more due dates; no more mailing. And there are no limits: you can download as many books as you want, and so can every other BARD user. For FREE! Books can be downloaded a couple of different ways: BARD Books and magazines are downloaded from the BARD website, or using the BARD Express desktop application. 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The History room includes resources on Exeter history and the surrounding seacoast cities and towns. Stop by or contact us to get started on your search for information about your home, the town, or genealogy. Most of the online resources can be used at home with a user name and password. Local History and Genealogy Getting Started The History room includes resources on Exeter history and the surrounding seacoast cities and towns. Stop by or contact us to get started on your search for information about your home, the town, or genealogy. Most of the online resources can be used at home with a user name and password. Help is available by emailing or contacting us. Exeter Newsletter-Newspaper Archive With over 1.2 billion records in over 3,000 databases, Ancestry Library Edition is the most comprehensive online source of information for conducting genealogical and local history. Access Ancestry Library Edition New England Historic Genealogical Society The New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to advancing the study of family history in America and beyond, by educating, inspiring, and connecting people through our scholarship, collections, and expertise. . Access Additional Resources Microfilm Inventory on file at the library The Microfilm Inventory contains archived newspapers and reports dating back to the 1800's. At this time, some of the Microfilm is off-site being digitalized. Other collections such as; Book records of renown families in the area, Town Reports, Yearbooks, Maps, Cemetery locations, etc. Please contact the library if you have any questions. 603-772-3101. Exeter Vital Statistics V ital Statistics dating back to the 1800's are located in the library's Historical Room and in digital online format. Access

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 March Artist Batiking by Larry Provencher Past EPL Exhibits