The Center of the Community

Elkins Public Library has computers and Chromebooks for in-library use. We have a wireless printer for use with your own device. 

24 Hour WIFI connection is also available and can be accessed from the parking lot. Elkins_Public is the one to use. There is no password.

Copier: 10 cents per copy

Computer prints: 10 cents per copy

Fax Machine: $1.00 per sheet

Fines: Voluntary contributions to our Conscience Box are always welcome.

There is no registration fee for residents of Canterbury NH.

The non-resident fee is $50.00 per year.

Come to the library with a proof of residency to sign up or call 783-4386. Proof of residency can be as simple as a bill stating your Canterbury address.

The Library meeting room is available for use by non-profit community groups. 

For information regarding the meeting room use policy, please request information from the Circulation Desk. Your application for use must be approved by The Board of Trustees.

Squam Lakes Science Center 

Currier Art Museum

Canterbury Shaker Village

Petals in the Pines

Childrens Museum of NH

NH State Parks

Libraries aren't just about books and programming. We also have board games and card games and puzzles for you to take home and enjoy.

 Download audio books, E-Books, magazines and more! Check out the NH Downloadable Books Consortium website for more details. Contact the Library if you would like to register for this service - it's free to our patrons! 

 To access our entire collection, click here to access our catalog.  Make a list of books you would like to reserve and let us know. When we open again, the book will be right here waiting for you!

 NH Humanities is a wonderful resource for learning and growing. Read, watch and listen to NH artists and thinkers. Sign up for a weekly newsletter called "Human Ties" for updates

Studying history helps us gain a better understanding of the world we live in today.  The World History Encyclopedia is a FREE resource. They've published thousands of articles on world history, from the beginnings of civilization to the first colonies in the Americas. Every month, millions of people read articles on the website, listen to our audio articles or watch our videos... all for free.

Since 1899, Concord Regional VNA has been committed to meeting the health needs of our patients, clients, and families. Today as the largest home health and hospice provider in the state, our not-for-profit, community-based agency offers people of all ages a wide range of personalized services and programs.

 From Yoga and Tai Chi to art classes and guided tours of New England, GoodLife Programs & Activities connect active seniors to their lives and to the community. This is a place where experience and energy come together; a place where older adults are valued as full participants in the community. Visit our facility at 254 North State Street in Concord, NH (at the Smokestack Center). 

NHLA has put together an overview on public programs and systems. Topics include: 

Social Security Benefits; Unemployment Insurance Benefits;
Utilities; Food stamps, cash assistance and Medicaid; Domestic Violence;
Housing; Senior and Consumer Law; Youth Law/Education.

Although the Law Library building is closed to the public, the library
itself is open, and staff are answering phones and responding to emails.
Please feel free to email with any legal information requests.

msearles@courts.state.nh.us

 The mission of the bureau of New Hampshire Employment Security is to pay unemployment compensation benefits in a timely manner to eligible claimants and collect the tax which funds these payments.

They are available on-line to assist you in a time of crisis.