GILMAN LIBRARY PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Unless otherwise noted, meetings are held on the second Tuesday each month, beginning 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 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. 

 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. 

• Story Time with Nanny Rosebud
• SmArTiEs Science Club

Checkout our Telescope! 

Party Dishes

Games 

and More!

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

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.