The Library is open to the public! We also offer contact-free curbside pick up of library materials. Our in-person programming is in full swing and virtual participation is always available to patrons through the use of the Owl Meeting Pro!
Elkins Public Library is a vital part of our community, we've often been called The Canterbury Community Center. We are so pleased to offer a full service library experience.
Masks are required. We can provide one.
Please use hand sanitizer at the door. Curbside pickup is always available.
RETURN OF MATERIALS
If you or someone in your household has tested positive for the Covid 19 virus, please hold off on returning the items you’ve borrowed. Please call 783-4386 and we will gladly assist you in renewing your materials.
Thank you for understanding.
If you are just browsing; drop-in is fine, we are glad to welcome you!
The open hours are Monday and Tuesday 9-5 and Wednesday and Thursday 9-7; and Sat. 9-12. Our in-person programming is in full swing and we are offering a wide offering for all ages. Take a look at our programs page!
If you are more comfortable with contact less curbside service, here's how:
· This service is available for Elkins Public Library cardholders.
· Place a request on an Elkins item by using the online catalog, by calling 783-4386 or e-mailing elkinslibrary@elkinspubliclibrary.org.
· We will call you when your item(s) is ready for pickup.
· Read, enjoy, and return items in the book drop anytime.
We’re happy to help you select something to read. Click here to fill out a form for Reading Suggestions at Home.
If you are unable to leave the house, but would like to request library materials, please call 783-4386 or email mrsbaker@elkinspubliclibrary.org and a delivery time will be arranged.
WiFI is always available outside the library 24-7. Just choose elkins_library. No password is required. We are monitoring emails and phone calls during open hours.
If any of you or your family members are having a difficult time logging on to our collection through the State of NH Overdrive or Hoopla, PLEASE let us know. We are monitoring emails and phone calls daily and in the Library working on projects and can easily connect readers with thousands of online titles. Email us, leave a message on this website or on FaceBook or call 783-4386. Click here to go our wide selection of Digital Materials available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
These are unprecedented times, yet with calm and cooperation, we will come through this having discovered our strengths and resilience. Come enjoy your Library.
Rachel C. Baker
Library Director
Elkins Public Library
Canterbury, NH 03224
603-783-4386
603-783-4817
The library collection contains 18,813 books, books CD, DVD’s, and periodicals. Books and audio books circulate for 3 weeks and videos and DVD’s circulate for 1 week.
Elkins Public Library provides material and informational services to all community residents to fullfil their educational and recreational needs. Special emphasis is placed on being an educational support center and stimulating young children’s interest in reading and learning.
Fiction, non-fiction and popular materials will be the mainstay, but inter-library cooperation and membership in the State Library Nhu-pac system will meet further informational requests. Elkins Public Library serves as a center for the intellectual growth of the community.
Welcome! Did you know we have expanded our hours?
Monday and Tuesday: 9-5
Wednesday and Thursday: 9-7
Saturday 9-12