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 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 Term Ends Lisa Childs-Wilson 2027 m.c.wilson@comcast.net Sherry Kostenbader 2027 sjk417@gmail.com Diana Perry 2028 lagperry@comcast.net Susan Feltus 2029 exeterpl.trustee.sf@gmail.com Debra Wold 2029 exeterpl.trustee.dw@gmail.com 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 Long-Range Plan Web Links NH Library Trustees Association NHLTA 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 Meeting Minutes February 3, 2026 Building, Grounds and Technology Subcommittee - May 5 Meeting Minutes February 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes May 26, 2026 - Draft Meeting Minutes March 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes April 28, 2026 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 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 Poco Amare performs live at the library. A group of twelve A Cappella singers perform for a packed audience at Exeter Public Library. New England Irish Harp Orchestra A crowd gathers as the New England Irish Harp Orchestra delivers a beautifully melodic performance. Colgate 13 performs The popular all‑male a cappella group Colgate 13 performs for a full crowd inside the library. Poco Amare performs live at the library. A group of twelve A Cappella singers perform for a packed audience at Exeter Public Library. 1/3 Policies and Other Notes Policies Long-Range Plan Past Director's Reports Collection Development Policy- approved 1-25-2023 Library Policies - 2026 Personnel Policy Bylaws of the Board of Trustees- Approved May 2026 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 Long-Range Plan Minutes October 2025 Long-Range Plan Minutes November 2025 Long-Range Plan Minutes December 2025 Long-Range Plan Minutes February 2026 Long-Range Plan Minutes March 2026 Long-Rang Plan Minutes April 2026 Draft Long-Rang Plan Minutes May 2026 Draft Long Range Plan 2011 - 2021- Pending update Long-Range Plan Minutes January 2026

Use Libby to download and stream e-books, audiobooks, and magazines using your 14-digit library card number. Contact the Library if you have any questions. Patrons are allotted 3 loans and 5 holds per month. Downloadables Libby Libby Libby by Overdrive Meet Libby Getting Started FAQ's How-to Videos Read & listen online at Libbyapp.com For use without an app click here (Desktop version) Download and stream e-books, audiobooks, and magazines using your 14-digit library card number. Get Started Patrons are allotted 3 loans and 5 holds per month Click on the Libby icon to start to You can get started with an app, desktop and laptop version, and Kindle. Get Started Contact us at (603)772-3101 if you need assistance getting started. Important notice about your Libby accounts! On September 5, 2023 the Library started issuing NEW library cards replacing the old 5-digit card number with a secure 14-digit card number if you have an expired library card, please come in and update your card, otherwise the account will be expired and unattainable in Libby. Here are some helpful videos links to assist you. Reasons to Love Libby Libby How to use Libby with Kindle Enjoy a Digital Magazine on Libby! Libby has 25 digital magazines in the collection which can be checked out without impacting how may eBooks or audiobooks you can borrow at once. They can be read on a computer browser or within the Libby app on a mobile device. Enjoy! Enjoy Libby Reads is November 18 - December 2 Join #LibbyReads November 18th and borrow 'The Village Beyond the Mist' by Sachiko Kashiwaba on the Libby App with no waitlists or holds! From the bestselling, Batchelder Award-winning author and translator of Temple Alley Summer and The House of the Lost on the Cape comes the fantastic adventure that first inspired Hayao Miyazaki's beloved film, Spirited Away. Now, fifty years after its debut and decades of blockbuster success in Japan, Sachiko Kashiwaba's acclaimed novel is available in English and certain to delight readers of all ages. Learn more at https://link.overdrive.com/ef0a932d3f4b45febd84bd216568c200 Check out The Village Beyond the Mist by Sachiko Kashiwaba with no waitlists or holds in the Libby app.

Want to learn a new skill? Download a book? Learn how to email? This page has online resources to help you find a skill to assist you. Tech Help These resources are guides and tutorials for general computer use. If you need assistance logging on to the online resources, please email the library at exeterplref@gmail.com or contact the library at 603-772-3101. learning express 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. w3schools tutorials Exeter Adult Education Courses available from Exeter Adult Education Learning Express: Computer Skills Computer Skills are available on the EBSCO site. Learn Microsoft Office, Photoshop, OS, and much more... Video Tutorial Courses Choose a course to start learning, access free and interactive guides How to videos- inexperienced adult Teaches older and inexperienced adults internet basics, computer skills, and how to use apps Distance Learning Khan Academy helps students practice subjects at their own pace. Practice typing skills Learn basic typing/keyboarding skills. Tutorials are available for practicing these important skills. Drop in to set-up Libby and/or hoopla on your device. The Library has been distributing NEW Library Cards since September 2023 . If you cannot get into your Libby or hoopla account, it is because you have an old library card or your card has expired. You will need to come in and get a new library card or update your card. You will need to make a change on your hoopla account. Here are the instructions: New Card Number for hoopla Account. Guides and Tutorials New- Patch Your Skill Gaps With Leading Cybersecurity Education- Cybersecurity Resource Guide for Libraries 20 Accredited Online Masters in Cybersecurity Excel Easy - W ant to learn Excel quickly? This tutorial site is a perfect place to start. The site offers a fully illustrated Excel tutorial + 300 examples. It's 100% free! Microsoft Excel is one of the most used software applications of all time. Hundreds of millions of people around the world use Microsoft Excel. You can use Excel to enter all sorts of data and perform financial, mathematical or statistical calculations . Learning Express 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. Digital Learn - Choose a course to start learning or search courses. If you are new to computers or just need a refresher, this site has the tools to help you learn technology at your own pace. ck-12 - Access free and interactive educational textbooks and study guides. Khan Academy - Educational videos for the whole family. Help your child sign up for free math, science and engineering, and art online courses, among many others! Students practice at their own pace, first filling in gaps in their understanding and then accelerating their learning. GCF Learn Free - Learn the essential skills you need to live and work in the 21st century. There are self-guided learning resources on a wide range of practical computer topics, from typing to Microsoft to using Etsy. TechBoomers - An educational website that teaches older and inexperienced adults internet basic computer skills about websites that can help improve their quality of life, like social media, Netflix and even online dating. National Cyber Security Alliance - Stay Safe Online NCSA's mission is to educate and therefore empower a digital society to use the Internet safely and securely at home, work, and school, protecting the technology individuals use, the networks they connect to, and our shared digital assets. Teacher's Tech - Teacher's Tech wants to help you get more out of your tech. Weekly videos will showcase tips, tricks, tutorials, apps, extensions, and tech gadgets. W3Schools - W3Schools is a school for web developers, covering all the aspects of web development: HTML Tutorial. CSS Tutorial. JavaScript Tutorial. PHP Tutorial. AI- Artificial Intelligence AI is on an exciting journey of evolution! Check out these fun and creative ways to harness the power of AI! Bing Image Creator Gemini Image Generation with Gemini from Google The free version of Gemini will not generate photos that include people. It seems to have tight guardrails against inappropriate content and creating images of known people. See the results of the following query: show me an image of a white horse galloping in a field TIP: Ask Gemini to refine images With image generation in Gemini, your imagination is the limit. If what you see doesn't quite match what you had in mind, try adding more details to the prompt. The more specific you are, the better Gemini can create images that reflect your vision. Sure, here is an image of a white horse galloping in a field: AI Scams View this article on What are AI Scams Tips to Help your Student Learn Remotely This section contains resources to support students during a period of remote learning. These are intended to help students adapt their habits and learning styles to an online format and adjust things such as study skills and communication with your groups to continue to complete assignments and achieve your goals as learners. Refer to the PDF documents below for the tips: Sleep for Success.pdf Time_Management_Self_Assessment.pdf Time_Management_Worksheet.pdf Tips for Online Learning.pdf

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 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 Additional Resources Access the digital archive here 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, T own Reports, Yearbooks, Maps, Cemetery locations, etc. Please contact the library if you have any questions. 603-772-3101. 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

Printable documents about the Exeter Public Library's policies, and other important information are found on this page. Policies Attached are printable documents about the library's policies, and other important information. Library Policies - 2026 Long Range Plan 2011 - 2021 Collection Development Policy- Approved 1-25-2023 Bylaws of the Board of Trustees- Approved May 2026 Library History Library Bill of Rights Internet Access Policy - Approved 6/2023 Laptop Checkout Policy - Approved 6/2023 Youth Labor Policy - Approved 6/2023 Exeter Public Library New Card Policy

Check out the programs and look for special events happening throughout the year at Exeter Public Library. Exeter Public Library Hours Location Directions Phone 603-772-3101 4 Chestnut Street Exeter, NH 03833 Business Open Hours Monday 9 AM - 8 PM Tuesday 9 AM - 8 PM Wednesday 9 AM - 8 PM Thursday 9 AM - 8 PM Friday 9 AM - 8 PM Saturday 9 AM - 8 PM Sunday 9 AM - 8 PM We Are Open Closing at 8:00 PM BUSINESS HOURS sunday Closed Monday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Home About Us Events Browse & Borrow Services Research & Learn Programs Check out the Upcoming Events Calendar for all events Adult Programs Teen Programs Children's Programs Upcoming Events Wed, Jun 10 Teen All Day Gaming / Exeter Public Library Learn more Jun 10, 2026, 9:15 AM – 7:45 PM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA Play some games in the Teen Scene! Multiple Dates Wed, Jun 10 Ages 3+ Story Time / Exeter Public Library Learn more Jun 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA Story Time for Preschool ages 3+ will be held on Wednesdays at 10 AM in the Children's Room. Multiple Dates Wed, Jun 10 Spanish Table / Exeter Learn more Jun 10, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Exeter, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA Want to explore a new language? No teachers. No lessons. No pressure. Join us! Multiple Dates Wed, Jun 10 American Mah Jongg / Exeter Learn more Jun 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Exeter, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA With its mix of strategy, skill, luck, and lively social interaction, Mah Jongg has captured the interest of players of all ages across the country. Whether it’s the thrill of building a winning hand, or the joy of friendly competition, there’s something undeniably special about this game. Wed, Jun 10 Author Talk- Kristen M. Niedzielski / Exeter Public Library Learn more Jun 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA Kristen will discuss how to get started on creating and publishing your own indie children’s book. Kristen is the author of two children’s books, Bee in a Big Universe and Shannon and the Mystery Dragon. Wed, Jun 10 Evening Book Group: "Female Quixotism" by Tabitha Gilman Tenney / Exeter Learn more Jun 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Exeter, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA The Early American Women Writers series offers rare works of fiction by eighteenth- and nineteenth-century women, each reprinted in its entirety, each introduced by Cathy N. Davidson, who places the novel in an historical and literary perspective. Thu, Jun 11 Library Opening at 9:30 AM / Exeter Public Library Learn more Jun 11, 2026, 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA Exeter Public Library will open at 9:30 AM on Thursday, June 11. Multiple Dates Thu, Jun 11 American Standard Bridge / Exeter Learn more Jun 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Exeter, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA Beginners to intermediate level players are welcome to all sessions. Multiple Dates Thu, Jun 11 All Ages Story Time / Exeter Public Library Learn more Jun 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA All ages story time with an adult/caregiver. Children are welcome to join the fun listening to a story along with an adult every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 AM in the Children's Room. Multiple Dates Thu, Jun 11 Japanese Table / Exeter Learn more Jun 11, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Exeter, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA New to the library. Japanese will be every 2nd and 4th Thursday at 4:30 PM. All are welcome! Load More Home About Us Newsletter Museum Passes Consumer Reports Events Adult Events Teen Events Children's Events

A series of movies are featured every month. The programs are free and open to the public. For more information on this or any of our upcoming movies, contact the library at 772-3101. Movie Scene While we can't share the titles due to licensing, feel free to reach out to the library for all the exciting details. Best of all, our programs are absolutely FREE and open to everyone! Join us at the Exeter Public Library, located at 4 Chestnut Street in Exeter, NH. For more information on any of our upcoming films, give us a call at 603-772-3101. We can't wait to see you there! Get ready for movies at the library every Tuesday at 1 PM! Tuesday Movie Jun 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA 2025 American political comedy-drama Learn more Tuesday Movie Jun 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA 2015 Sports Drama about a high school coach who transforms a group of underprivileged students into a championship cross-country team. Learn more Tuesday Movie Jun 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Exeter Public Library, 4 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA 2009 British period drama following the early life and reign of Queen Victoria. Learn more

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 Menu News and Events Join or volunteer What We Do Meeting Minutes Web Link: Facebook Page Friends Email: friendsofexeterpubliclibrary@gmail.com The Friends of The Exeter Public Library is a 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. 5 women are posing in front of decorated holiday trees. Every year, the Friends participate in Exeter's Festival of Trees. Holiday trees are decorated and auctioned off to the community. 3 women-Friends of the Exeter Public Library The Friends volunteer at a number of local Exeter events. IMG_9299 5 women are posing in front of decorated holiday trees. Every year, the Friends participate in Exeter's Festival of Trees. Holiday trees are decorated and auctioned off to the community. 1/6 Friends News Results of the Exeter Town Election 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 well. Friends Upcoming Events Events sponsored by or run by the Friends of Exeter Public Library Multiple Dates Sat, Jun 13 Cribbage with Friends of Exeter Public Library / Learn more Jun 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Come to play or learn cribbage and make local connections! Multiple Dates Tue, Jun 16 Friends of Exeter Public Library Meeting / Learn more Jun 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Join the Friends volunteer group to make connections with the community and help the library. 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: 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? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEXT MEETING: Next meeting: Tuesday, April 21 at 6:30 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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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 Rachel Phelan Torrin Tanner Pages Josslyn Borges Amelia Buckley Grace Gautreau Chloe Hartnett Addison Linscott Jaxon Sloan

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 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: 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 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 Wednesday 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