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Library Hours
Monday-Thursday 10-6
Saturday 10-1 CLOSED FOR LUNCH Monday-Thursday 11:45-12:30 |
It is the mission of the Northwood Libraries to serve as a community center connecting people of all ages and backgrounds to impartial resources, programs, services, and technology that encourage literacy, develop a lifelong quest for learning, and expand life experiences and knowledge.
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Northwood, NH, 03261 Contact Us
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Library Events and News
Chesley Memorial Library Trustees Informational Bulletin
The Chesley Memorial Library Trustees shares the following information. President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order on March 14, 2025, that calls for the defunding of the Institute of Museum and Library Science. IMLS is the federal agency charged with distributing congressionally approved funds to state libraries and to library, museum and archives programs. The New Hampshire State Library uses federal funds to support the Inter-library Library Loan system, van drivers, administrative staff, the platform for the Libby app used for accessing ebooks and audiobooks, and Talking Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped program staff.
Cutting IMLS funds will impact our library patrons here in Northwood. Inter-Library Loan is a vital service for small libraries like the Chesley Memorial Library. Last year we borrowed 648 books and we loaned 1,046 books. The van drivers deliver the items from library to library. Our library patrons checked out 8,257 e-books, audiobooks, and periodicals via the Libby app. These figures highlight the importance of a system that enables libraries to share resources and ensure that patrons have access to a wide array of materials that might not be available locally. We want to provide our library patrons with the books and resources they need, but we will not be able to do so without these funds. You can click here for a petition concerning IMLS funding.
The Chesley Memorial Library Trustees shares the following information. President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order on March 14, 2025, that calls for the defunding of the Institute of Museum and Library Science. IMLS is the federal agency charged with distributing congressionally approved funds to state libraries and to library, museum and archives programs. The New Hampshire State Library uses federal funds to support the Inter-library Library Loan system, van drivers, administrative staff, the platform for the Libby app used for accessing ebooks and audiobooks, and Talking Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped program staff.
Cutting IMLS funds will impact our library patrons here in Northwood. Inter-Library Loan is a vital service for small libraries like the Chesley Memorial Library. Last year we borrowed 648 books and we loaned 1,046 books. The van drivers deliver the items from library to library. Our library patrons checked out 8,257 e-books, audiobooks, and periodicals via the Libby app. These figures highlight the importance of a system that enables libraries to share resources and ensure that patrons have access to a wide array of materials that might not be available locally. We want to provide our library patrons with the books and resources they need, but we will not be able to do so without these funds. You can click here for a petition concerning IMLS funding.
Paint It!
In March, we hosted our first ever "Paint It!", for patrons age ten and up, to celebrate Youth Art Month, an annual observance to emphasize the value of art education. In April, we'll be continuing to focus on the importance of youth art, this time for our younger patrons! Children ages six to nine are invited to "Paint It!" at the Chesley Memorial Library on Thursday, April 24, from 3:00-4:30 p.m. We'll be providing canvases and acrylic paint, and patrons are welcome to free paint or receive guidance from Katherine, our resident artist. Make sure to wear clothes that you don’t mind getting a little messy, just in case!
Earth Day Story Time!
Earth Day is on April 22, but we will be celebrating with a special Story Time on Saturday, April 26, at 10:30 a.m. Earth Day is a chance to raise awareness about environmental issues and to promote conservation and sustainability. Come listen to some stories about the environment and make a beautiful earth suncatcher to take home with you.
The Floor is Lava!
Back by popular demand, just in time for school vacation week! On Tuesday, April 29, from 3:00-4:00 p.m., it’s time to play “The Floor Is Lava!" Show off your favorite socks as we hop around the library on our color burst play tiles, interactive mats filled with bright gel colors that respond to every step, skip, and jump! Best suited for younger children but older siblings are welcome.
STRAFFORD COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS ASSOCIATION DONATION
The Chesley Memorial Library received a donation from the Strafford County Master Gardeners Association to purchase new books for our gardening collection. Gardening is not only a popular pastime in our area, but also an important way for individuals and families to connect with nature, support sustainability, and promote well-being. We hope these new books will inspire both novice and experienced gardeners of all ages. Check out the gardening book display the next time you visit the library.
Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year is being held at Northwood School on May 14th. Please call the main office at (603) 942-5488 or email [email protected] to schedule a screening session. There will be three sessions offered:
Session 1: 9:00 am-10:15 am
Session 2: 10:30 am-11:45 am
Session 3: 12:30-1:45 pm
A complete registration packet is required before a screening date will be assigned. This includes all residency documents, Birth Certificate, proof of physical, and immunizations. The registration packet can be found at https://www.northwood.k12.nh.us/ (in the green box in the middle of the page, click the link for Kindergarten Registration to complete the registration process). Any Step By Step students entering Kindergarten do not need to complete the registration paperwork again. Please just call or email to schedule a screening appointment.
During your visit, parents/guardians will have a tour of our school and meet our principal, assistant principal, school counselor, and school nurse. We ask that only one adult attend with each child due to limited spacing. The children will have a brief visit and assessment with our speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, and academic professionals, as well as an interactive activity with our kindergarten teachers.
We look forward to meeting you and your child!
Session 1: 9:00 am-10:15 am
Session 2: 10:30 am-11:45 am
Session 3: 12:30-1:45 pm
A complete registration packet is required before a screening date will be assigned. This includes all residency documents, Birth Certificate, proof of physical, and immunizations. The registration packet can be found at https://www.northwood.k12.nh.us/ (in the green box in the middle of the page, click the link for Kindergarten Registration to complete the registration process). Any Step By Step students entering Kindergarten do not need to complete the registration paperwork again. Please just call or email to schedule a screening appointment.
During your visit, parents/guardians will have a tour of our school and meet our principal, assistant principal, school counselor, and school nurse. We ask that only one adult attend with each child due to limited spacing. The children will have a brief visit and assessment with our speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, and academic professionals, as well as an interactive activity with our kindergarten teachers.
We look forward to meeting you and your child!
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Thank You!We want to thank our generous library patrons for donating so many books (audiobooks and movies too!) throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Many of you noticed how empty our bookshelves looked once our ability to order new books was impacted by the default budget. When our Senior Café members suggested that we set up a “Wish Tree” with book titles that we wanted to add to our collection, many of you started bringing in the books that other patrons were looking for, and some of you even donated the funds to make new purchases. We know that a book is a gift you can open again and again. We truly appreciate your support and we are happy to report that we have been able to purchase new books with funds from the operating budget this month. Hopefully you will find the newest book by your favorite author on the shelf the next time you come in!
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Our Flag Retirement Box
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Do you have a flag ready for retirement? According to the United States Flag Code, “The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” The Chesley Memorial Library has a flag retirement box for your convenience so bring your flags in anytime.
Left: Veteran Shannan Brown from Joseph J. Jeffrey VFW Post 7217 picks up the flags so they can be properly retired. |
We now have passes to the Children's Museum of New Hampshire and the Seacoast Science Center.
Call the library at 942-5472 for more information about planning your visit!
Call the library at 942-5472 for more information about planning your visit!
LEGOS AND MAGFORMERS
LEGOs and Magformers available upon request!
Tips and quick reference
ONLINE RESERVE AND RENEW Reserve and/or renew with three easy steps: 1. Select "Library Catalog" from our Menu 2. Enter your Library Card Number 3. Your Password is the LAST 4 digits of your Primary Phone Number |
NO BOOK DONATIONS Thank you for reaching out to donate books, but we are chock full of books at the moment! That said, we have an ongoing book sale should you want to pick up some of our recently weeded books from the library. |
Library Events
We think you'll like the interlibrary loan system as much as we do. The program enables us to borrow books from other libraries that we may not have! You will be able to check out and return here at your local library without the hassle.
To request an inter-library loan or to learn more, simply email [email protected], give us a call at (603)942-5472, or come in to see us. Vertical Divider
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NH 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is an early literacy initiative that encourages families to read to their young children and to use the resources of their local public libraries.
Chesley Memorial Library is proud to offer this program and uplift our community's children to be life-long readers. Come see our readers' names heartily displayed on the walls of our Children's Section, and sign up to begin your child's reading challenge. New readers from newborns to pre-kindergarten age are welcome to join in. Anyone can participate until they start kindergarten. |
The NH State Library created a resource guide on researching your NH family history online from home:
https://www.nh.gov/nhsl/services/public/genealogy.html
Quick Links
Forms for Vital Records Requests
Town Records Index
https://www.nh.gov/nhsl/services/public/genealogy.html
Quick Links
Forms for Vital Records Requests
Town Records Index
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