100 Main Street, Alton, New Hampshire 03809, United States
CURRENT ACTIVE PROGRAMS
ALTON BOOK CHAT
THEATER THURSDAYS
THEATER THURSDAYS
SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
** Face masks are required and social distancing must be observed. **
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 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!
THEATER THURSDAYS
THEATER THURSDAYS
THEATER THURSDAYS
FIRST THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
The Gilman Library offers new and classic movies to enjoy with complimentary beverages and snacks to go hand in hand. You will also receive a raffle ticket for coming and have the chance to win that afternoon's movie theme-related prize.
** Face masks are required and social distancing must be observed. **
INSIDE THE GILMAN LIBRARY
The Circulation Desk
Audio - Video Collection
Public Access Computers
Friendly check out service
FAX and photocopy service
Guessing Games and Riddles
Featured Display Case
Public Access Computers
Audio - Video Collection
Public Access Computers
Internet Access
Word Processing
Online research databases
Printing (15 cents / sheet)
Free Wireless
(sorry, no wireless printing, yet)
Audio - Video Collection
Audio - Video Collection
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
DVDs
Blu-Ray
Books on CD
Music CDs
Audio and Book Kits
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
- 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 r
- 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.
Etcetera, Etcetera
Museum Pass Reimbursement Program
Etcetera, Etcetera
Checkout our Telescope
We also offer:
Contests & Raffles
Blind-Date-with-a-Book
FREEBIES:
- Assorted Bookmarks
- Lollipop Tree
- Stickers & Stamps
- 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
In the Wings
Youth Wing - The Margaret E. Kayser Room
Adult Wing - The John D. & Anna L. Williams Room
Adult Wing - The John D. & Anna L. Williams Room
Whimsy Corner
The Stacks
Teen Zone
Adult Wing - The John D. & Anna L. Williams Room
Adult Wing - The John D. & Anna L. Williams Room
Adult Wing - The John D. & Anna L. Williams Room
Biography, Classics, Large Print and Magazines
Jigsaw Puzzle Table and Chess/Checkers Table
Puzzle & Paperback Swaps
Comfortable Seating
Archival Room
Adult Wing - The John D. & Anna L. Williams Room
Archival Room
Local History
Town Reports
Lower Level
The Agnes Thompson Meeting Room
The Agnes Thompson Meeting Room
The Agnes Thompson Meeting Room
Library programs
Community Group Meetings
Ongoing-year-round Book Sale
Elevator Service and Amenities
The Agnes Thompson Meeting Room
The Agnes Thompson Meeting Room
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.
Alton Historical Society Museum
The Agnes Thompson Meeting Room
Alton Historical Society Museum
Open by appointment, year round. Also open during the summer, on the 3rd Saturday of each month, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Alton Historical Society Museum
Programs (check calendar for postponement or delays)
CURRENTLY ON HOLD Storytime with Granny Apple
Meeting Virtually until further notice - click button for info -Caregiver Cafe
Meeting Virtually until further notice - click button for info -Caregiver Cafe
CURRENTLY ON HOLD
Granny Apple meets here with preschoolers at _____ on __________ during the school year. She reads story books, plays the guitar, teaches songs, and involves the children in inter-active story-telling. Come on in and join the fun! If school is closed for vacation or weather closings, there is no Granny Apple. Check the library calendar for up-to-date information, or give the library a call at 875-2550. Story Times are conducted at Whimsy Corner, in the Margaret E. Kayser Room (main floor, children's wing) during the school year, whenever school is in session. If the Alton schools are closed for holidays, vacations or inclement weather, the Story Time normally held on that day will also be canceled.
Meeting Virtually until further notice - click button for info -Caregiver Cafe
Meeting Virtually until further notice - click button for info -Caregiver Cafe
Meeting Virtually until further notice - click button for info -Caregiver Cafe
Meeting Virtually until further notice
Caregiver Cafe, an outreach of Cornerstone VNA, to support Alton area family caregivers, meets in the Agnes Thompson Meeting Room (lower level entrance), Gilman Library, 100 Main St., Alton, NH 03809.
For details, call Janice Howard, Life Care Director, at 332-1133 x1108.