Unless otherwise noted, meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, at 7:00 pm.  Call the library at 875-2550 to reserve your copy of the next book discussion title and get in on the fun!

Alton Book Chat, established in 1999, is a library-sponsored book discussion group that meets monthly in the Agnes Thompson Meeting Room (lower-level entrance), Gilman Library, 100 Main St., Alton, NH 03809  

The Gilman Library is pleased to suggest to you the Book of the Month.  We have chosen something that we think you will enjoy and will want to check out and read as soon as possible. 

See our display by the fireplace at the entrance to the John D. and Anna L. Williams Room, also known as the Adult Wing.

The Gilman Library offers new and classic movies to enjoy with complimentary beverages and snacks.  

You will also receive a raffle ticket for coming and have the chance to win that afternoon's movie theme-related prize.   

For more info, stop at the circulation desk, use our contact form, or call 875-2550. 

The  Alton Parks and Recreation Department and Friends of Gilman Library  collaborate to sponsor a variety of fun family activities on the 3rd  Thursday of each month. Events have included Book Bingo in the  afternoon, Family Game Night, Family Movie Night, and Trivia Night, in the early evening.
The times  are subject to change from month to month but it will always be held on  the Third Thursday. Join the fun with your family, friends, and  neighbors. Light refreshments will be provided by Friends of Gilman  Library. For more information about this free program contact  parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov or call 603-875-0109.

If  you are visiting the Whimsy Corner at the Gilman Library, with your  grown-up, please ask for your Whimsy Corner Card. You can get a stamp on  the card for each visit (and one on your hand, too if you'd like!).  After ten visits and the card is full and you can pick a free prize, and get a new Whimsy Corner Card.

COOL STUFF for Kids

• Story Time with Nanny Rosebud
• Sm-Ar-Ti-Es Science Club
• Rylee, the Tail-wagging Tutor

As of November 1, 2022,  "The Reading Room at Gilman Library"  is  now published monthly in our online Blog, in our social media accounts,  and as a hard-copy flyer available at the library circulation desk. 

Click the link below to read online or download a copy, or pick up the latest issue at the library circulation desk.

In   lieu of specific library passes, Gilman Library cardholders may visit   any museum or educational attraction of choice and return with a  receipt  within thirty days, to request a reimbursement of up to $20 per  visit,  up to three times per calendar year.
 

1. Limited to library card holders in good standing.
2.   Patrons must submit stubs or receipts to have a reimbursement check   issued for  up to $20.00 per family per visit with a limit of $60.00  per  year.
3. Receipts must be submitted within 1 month of the visit.

We also offer:

Contests & Raffles

Blind-Date-with-a-Book

Geocaching and Letterboxing

LIBRARY OF THINGS

For more info, search catalog under keywords: Call# starts with:  DISH, GAME, etc.

• Checkout our Telescope! 
• Party Dishes
• Games 
• and More!

FREEBIES:

• Assorted Bookmarks
• Lollipop Tree
• Stickers & Stamps
• Take-and-Make Craft Kits
• Whimsy Corner Card

SWAPS:

• Paperback Book Swap
• Magazine Swap
• Music CD Swap
• Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

SALES:

• Alton Collectibles
• Friends Corner Sale
• Meeting Room Book Sale

Library programs

Community Group Meetings

Ongoing-year-round Book Sale

Elevator for baby strollers, walking disabilities, heavy burdens, or just plain old "tired dawgs."  Unattended children are not allowed use.  Comfortable foyer and public restrooms. Lower entrance leads to back parking lot.

Open by appointment, year round. Also open during the summer, on the 3rd Saturday of each month, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.