Elkins Virtual Library
A Message from Our Director
Elkins Public Library is closed following the school closings throughout the state.
We are looking at safe ways to resume more services. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Step 1: Please return materials in the drop box beginning June 1.
Careful consideration of phasing in curbside pick-up is being discussed, however, the State Library has encouraged waiting because unlike restaurants, our items are returned and protocol disinfecting is still being studied. We are as anxious to reopen as you!
WiFI continues to be available outside the library 24-7. Just choose elkins_library. No password is required.
Both Book Groups have resumed as virtual meetings. Please call the library at 783-4386 or email Sue at sleclair@elkinspubliclibrary.org if you would like to participate.
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 can easily connect readers with thousands of online titles. Email us, leave a message on the website or call 783-4386. The staff continues to monitor e-mail and phone calls and work on projects. Click the "Digital Materials" tab on the drop-down menu on the tool bar to go directly to the platform sites.
Mrs. Baker has launched virtual story times and after school check-in which can be found on the
library website at www.elkinspubliclibrary.org. As more on-line resources become available, that
information will be posted on our website, Facebook and the Canterbury Town e-mail. We keep our website filled with information about all sorts of things. Take a look for information about the Census 2020. Scroll down on this page for links to the latest resources.
We apologize for the inconvenience, however, this decision was made with thoughtful care to
help ensure the health and safety of the community. These are unprecedented times, yet with calm and cooperation, we will come through this having discovered our strengths and resilience.
Susan LeClair, Director and Claudia Leidinger, Chair of the Trustees
Susan I. LeClair
Library Director
Elkins Public Library
Canterbury, NH 03224
603-783-4386
603-783-4817
The Children's Room
Mrs. Bakers YOUTUBE Channel
Fun Ideas when you are Bored!
Mrs. Bakers YOUTUBE Channel
Click below to go straight to a channel filled with fun from your Library! This is where you can find Elkins Public Library programming! Updated daily! Become a subscriber and have content delivered right to your inbox daily!
Book Reads
Fun Ideas when you are Bored!
Mrs. Bakers YOUTUBE Channel
Here are some links to some famous authors and illustrators reading his/her own books!
This site also features famous people sharing favorite titles with music and animation. It is very entertaining!
Fun Ideas when you are Bored!
Fun Ideas when you are Bored!
Fun Ideas when you are Bored!
Click below for videos on crafts, activities, recipes and more. Currier Gallery in Manchester provides many ideas for young and old alike. Try out Currier from Home by clicking the button below.
Need to Talk?
Things to Check Out!
Fun Ideas when you are Bored!
You can contact Mrs. Baker whenever you want. Just send her an email at
bakercompany4@gmail.com or at mrsbaker@elkinspubliclibrary.org
and she will get back to you ASAP. Make a comment or suggestion on her YouTube channel as well!
Go on a Field Trip!
Things to Check Out!
Things to Check Out!
Try one of these links to tour a zoo! So many things are online, take a field trip right here!
Things to Check Out!
Things to Check Out!
Things to Check Out!
Librarians are working over time these days. Librarians all over the world are putting together lists of websites and on line resources for children. Click here to see the list from the State of NH.
SUMMER READING 2020
Imagine Your Story!
Wildlife Encounters Kick Off Event - June 10!
Wildlife Encounters Kick Off Event - June 10!
Summer Reading 2020 IMAGINE YOUR STORY!
This year the Summer Reading program offers many ways to participate with your Library!
Prepare yourself for a summer of fun!
Wildlife Encounters Kick Off Event - June 10!
Wildlife Encounters Kick Off Event - June 10!
Wildlife Encounters Kick Off Event - June 10!
We are so excited to get the summer off to an exciting start with our Summer Reading Kick Off event!
Wednesday, June 10 at 4:00pm. Join in on Elkins Public Library's Facebook page and watch a LIVE broadcast of Wildlife Encounters!
Wildlife Encounters live animal experience features a diverse selection of seven amazing small and medium-sized Ambassador Animals! It's sure to be an interactive and eye opening experience where you will likely meet animals you've never encountered in your life! You will be able to ask questions and get answers during the show!
Virtual Programs Every Thursday!
Wildlife Encounters Kick Off Event - June 10!
Virtual Programs Every Thursday!
Join Mrs. Baker every Thursday starting on June 25 for a virtual program based on the Summer Reading Theme, Imagine Your Story! Tune in Thursdays at 10am on FaceBook on the Elkins Public Library FaceBook page starting June 25
Programs will be recorded and posted on YouTube after the program so you can access them any time!
Crafts at Home!
Creative Writing!
Virtual Programs Every Thursday!
There are so many fun activities we can share together. This summer will feature crafts and activities you can do yourself, from home.
Creative Writing!
Creative Writing!
Creative Writing!
Now more than ever before, we have a story to tell! Join the Summer Reading Creative Writing group, open for all ages. Tell us YOUR story!
Teen Meet Up
Creative Writing!
Creative Writing!
We meet every Wednesday at 3:30pm for a Teen Discussion Group with humans age 14 and up. Email to mrsbaker@elkinspubliclibrary.org to get signed up.