Our Library of Things has lots of, well, things, for our patrons to borrow. Our newest addition to the LOT is a mahjongg set of tiles and tile racks. See our full listing of items in the Library of Things here. Patrons can place reservations online for items or call. Items must be picked up…
We were fortunate enough to have the Meredith Village Savings Bank come to the library on September 11 and talk to us about protecting ourselves against bank fraud. They covered the most common types of scams, and gave us some practical strategies for protecting ourselves, including my favorite, if you only bank online, go meet…
October 7, 6 pm In the early 20th century, a unique and dedicated movement emerged: the Anti-Profanity Leagues. Led by figures like Arthur S. Colborne and Reverend Roland D. Sawyer, these organizations aimed to combat what they considered a national vice. With a zeal similar to other Progressive Era reforms, they worked to reshape public…
Below is an excerpt from the letter of recommendation our library trustees submitted to the NHLTA Awards Committee: “The Moultonborough Library Trustees are extremely pleased with Brittany’s steady, conscientious and effective leadership of the Moultonborough Public Library. She is always a pleasure to work with, displaying a calm, confident, professional demeanor; a willingness to learn;…
The First Winter Scientific Expedition on Mount Washington October 14, 6 pm More than 150 years ago, a historic adventure unfolded on the summit of Mount Washington. The Huntington-Hitchcock Expedition, led by two geologists, became the first to spend an entire winter atop the mountain during the brutal winter of 1870-1871. Their goal was to…
Join us for exploratory and engaging programs Tuesday nights in October! We will travel back to a time of Anti-Profanity Leagues and learn of their role in society. The next week, we learn about the First Winter Scientific Expedition on Mount Washington. In the second half of the month, join us for a craft workshop…
A Local Approach to Stormwater Have you ever considered where the rain goes after it hits your property? Stormwater runoff—the water that flows from roofs, driveways, and lawns—often carries pollutants directly into our local lakes and waterways. This can have a significant impact on water quality and aquatic habitats. There are ways to address this…
We are excited to share with you the library’s newly-launched strategic plan and new logo. Both the plan and logo were created based on community feedback gathered over the past year. Creation of a strategic plan was an endeavor that began a year ago in spring of 2024. A strategic planning committee, made up of staff and trustees, led the effort, which included thoughtful reflections on…