Posted on: May 18, 2022
Our Library's book sale table is overflowing. For a limited time, DVDs are 4 for $1.
The library accepts cash or check.
Library News Flash
Posted on: May 4, 2022
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is a combination of outdoor exhibits and self-guided tours which explore the nature of New Hampshire. The Center offers a variety of exhibits on many animals in the state. There are ...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: April 22, 2022
Laconia Public Library is thrilled to announce the addition of several play-based learning areas in the Children’s Room, made possible by NH State Library ARPA grant funding. These fun spaces are designed to spark imagination and encourage child-directed ...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: April 1, 2022
Check out the titles available on the library's book sale bookcase. Materials come primarily from donations we weren't able to use in our collection and some deselected items.
Prices:
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Library News Flash
Posted on: March 28, 2022
The city has upgraded the phone systems, and the library now has new extension numbers for when you call us.
Library Phone Number: (603) 524-4775
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Library News Flash
Posted on: February 1, 2022
Our Children’s Room would love to hear from parents about what they want to bring their children to!
- Are you interested in a book discussion group for children?
- Would you like to see evening programs for children?
- Would you like to see Sa...
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Children's Program Survey
Library News Flash
Posted on: December 24, 2021
The library will be closed Friday, December 24, and Saturday, December 25 in observance of Christmas Day.
The library may be closed, but our digital collection is always open! For more information about how to sign up for Hoopla or the Libby app, visit our...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: December 3, 2021
Subscribe to your favorite author or series to be placed on hold when we get a new one in.
- Erin Hunter
- Raina Telgemeier
- Big Nate
- Dog Man
- Cat Kid Comic Club
- Captain Underpants
- Elephant and Piggie
- Dork Diaries
- Babymouse
- Diary of a Wimpy Kid
- The Lan...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: November 26, 2021
The Talking Books Program is funded in part by the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
Borrow the easy-to-use audio player and get books through the mail. Or listen an...
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Additional Info...
Library News Flash
Posted on: November 12, 2021
The following newspapers are preserved on microfilm:
- Laconia Democrat Jan 1849 – Nov 1941
- News & Critic Mar 1889 – Nov 1945
- Laconia Citizen Jan 1926 – Sept 2016
- Laconia Daily Sun June 2000 – present
Instructions for using the microfilm machine are provided...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: October 15, 2021
Arrange to receive new items by selected authors automatically!
Reserve Express will automatically place you on the reserve list for new books by selected authors in regular print, large print, or audiobooks - and now DVDs.
You can find ...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: September 24, 2021
Thanks for donating books and more to the Laconia Public Library!
Accepted items will be evaluated for use in our collection, or put on our book sale table.
Please Note: Donations must be clean (no water damage, mold-free, odorless), pages whole, binding &a...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: September 6, 2021
A convenient way to talk to our librarians is our 2-way texting system. Send us a text message to renew your materials, place something on hold, or just ask us a question.
Text us at 603-556-4666
Library News Flash
Posted on: August 27, 2021
While logged into your online account, choose Reserves/Requests.
Then set the date range you wish to suspend your holds for. Your place in line will be saved, and any holds will trigger on your return date.
For more help with online account features, watch ...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: September 2, 2021
Since 1987, Library Card Sign-up Month has been held each September to mark the beginning of the school year. During the month, the American Library Association and libraries unite in a national effort to ensure every child signs up for their own library ...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: September 1, 2021
The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books (yes, you can repeat books) before your precious one starts kindergarten.
Sign up in the Childr...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: August 5, 2021
Audiobooks Now on Roku
In addition to the movies and TV shows already viewable, hoopla’s Roku app now makes audiobooks available through a patron’s television. Patrons can access more content from the comfort of their homes!
Listen to Audiobooks
hoopla is th...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: August 20, 2021
We have hosted many craft programs at the library, and have set up a handy page for all of the craft instruction sheets for past crafts. If you're looking for something to create, but are stuck for ideas. You can try something we have created together in ...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: August 13, 2021
Here are some times for searching our library's catalog. You can get to the catalog directly using the catalog URL: https://laconia.biblionix.com
We also have a video to give an overview: https://youtu.be/5sxFP_zmbcI
To search, simply type a word, words, or...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: August 6, 2021
(available in library only)
Search genealogical and historical documents including Census, Social Security, Military, Schools, Directories & Church Histories, City Directories, immigration, and other records.
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Library News Flash
Posted on: July 30, 2021
Library volunteers play an important role as partners in the library’s mission of connecting people to the world of ideas and information. Library volunteer service offers a social experience and a valuable chance to help maintain library operations.
The L...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: July 23, 2021
Need help figuring out what book you might like to read next? Search Novelist by series, by author read-a-likes, award-winning books, genre (western, Christian fiction, historical novel), and lots more. A great tool to help readers like you find a book yo...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: July 1, 2021
The Library is excited to show off the new look of our website.
New features include the ability to search the catalog with the search bar at the top right of the page. A convenient calendar to view all of the library's events, divided by age gro...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: July 6, 2021
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
23 Science Center Road Holderness, NH 0325
Each pass allows up to four trail admissions for $10 each every day from May 1 through November 1.
Hours
Open daily from 9:30 am - 5 pm, with the last trail admission at 3:30 pm.
Cas...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: June 18, 2021
We have a lovely open space behind the library, take your lunch, or read a book on one of our benches and enjoy the flowers. The garden is cared for by the Laconia Garden Club.
Library News Flash
Posted on: July 6, 2021
Teen & Tween Summer Reading
- No Sign-ups Required! Grades 6-12.
- Weekly Summer Fun Craft Kits: Beachball Painting, Rainbow Pom-Pom Key Chains, Unicornaments, Suncatchers, and Paint-by-Stickers.
- Summer Reading Raffle with weekly Gift Bags featuring a gift c...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: June 15, 2021
Would you like help to pick out bedtime stories? Do you feel like you’ve read everything your child loves, and you’re looking for something new? Laconia Librarians to the rescue! Just fill out this quick form, and we’ll gather some great options, and put ...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: June 10, 2021
Arrange to receive new items by selected authors automatically!
Reserve Express will automatically place you on the reserve list for new books by selected authors in regular print, large print, or audiobooks.
You can find reserve express...
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Library News Flash
Posted on: January 28, 2021
This is a large collection of eBooks and downloadable content available to Laconia Public Library cardholders.
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Library News Flash
Posted on: January 28, 2021
Hoopla is a collection of eBooks, movies, television shows, music, and more. Content is available to stream or download instantly to Laconia Public Library cardholders.
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Library News Flash
Posted on: January 28, 2021
Keep up to date on the programs and events at the library with these bi-weekly newsletters sent out on the 1st and 15th of each month. Now available by targeted age range so that you only get the information you care most about!
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Sign-up here
Library News Flash
Posted on: March 12, 2021
Laconia Public Library is excited to announce the launch of Brainfuse – on-demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning for children and adult learners. Through Help Now™ students communicate with live tutors using an interactive whiteboard to chat, write, draw, c...
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Here's a handout with sign-in instructions
Library News Flash