If you live, own property, go to school, or work in Laconia then you’re eligible for a free card. There are no age restrictions, we just need to see proof of residency, school, or employment. Read on...

The Laconia Public Library welcomes a new Director, Adult Services Librarian, Children's Librarian, and Children's Library Tech. Read on...

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Stroll through the magnificent gardens, or hike the 28 miles of trails and view the striking waterfalls with the library's pass to Castle in the Clouds. Read on...

Each pass allows up to four trail admissions for $10 each every day from May 1 through November 1. Call, email, or text the library to reserve a pass! Phone: 524-4775, Text: 556-4666, Email: info@laconialibrary.org. Only one pass is available per day. Read on...

Laconia Public Library is thrilled to announce the addition of several play-based learning areas in the Children’s Room, made possible by NH State Library ARPA grant funding. Read on...

Check out the titles available on the library's book sale bookcase. Read on...

The city has upgraded the phone systems, and the library now has new extension numbers for when you call us. Read on...

Our Children’s Room would love to hear from parents about what they want to bring their children to! Read on...

The library is closed, but our digital collection is open! Read on...

The library sends our monthly newsletter by email, sign up to receive yours today! Read on...

Like, follow, or subscribe to one of our social media channels for bookish articles, news about our events, behind-the-scenes photos, tech help videos, and more! Read on...

Did you know you can find back issues of our print and email newsletters? Read on...

Subscribe to your favorite author or series to be placed on hold when we get a new one in. Read on...

Melissa McCarthy, of the Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation, shares what the library means to her. Read on...

Karin Salome, Retired Nurse, shares what the library means to her. Read on...

Stephen Cotter, Library Advocate, shares what the library means to him. Read on...

Joan Cormier, of the Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation, shares what the library means to her. Read on...

Dr. Ghimire, a Pediatrician at Concord Hospital-Laconia, shares what the library means to him. Read on...

Pam Clark, President of the Laconia Historical and Museum Society shares what the library means to her. Read on...

The Talking Books Program exists to meet the reading needs and interests of New Hampshire residents who are physically unable to see, handle or process printed material comfortably. Read on...

Did you know? Hoopla is now on Andriod Auto! Read on...

Did you know that the library has the Laconia Democrat, News & Critic, Laconia Citizen, and the Laconia Daily Sun preserved on microfilm? Read on...

Ladybug Award votes for 2021 must be received at NHSL by 4:30 on Friday, December 17, 2021! Read on...

A handy list of our children's movies that are Rated G, Rated PG, or Classics! Read on...

November is National Novel Writing Month, and we have created a book list of writing books for you to check out. Read on...

Through your online account, you can sign up to receive the latest purchase titles in popular movie and tv show series'. Read on...

Check out our list of books from local authors we have in our collection. Read on...

Do you live, work, go to school, or own property in Laconia, then you're eligible for a free library card! Read on...

Thanks for donating books and more to the Laconia Public Library! Please Note: Donations must be clean (no water damage, mold-free, odorless), pages whole, binding & dust jackets intact, free of highlights, underlining, and notes. Read on...

Our online catalog has several lists of new items we've added to the collection. Read on...

If the library doesn't own something you're looking for, let us know. Read on...

Text the library at 603-556-4666 and receive a reply from one of our librarians. Read on...

Going out of town? You can defer your reserves until you get back. Read on...

Children of all ages can get their own library card! Read on...

Read 1000 books to your child before kindergarten! Read on...

In addition to the movies and TV shows already viewable, hoopla’s Roku app now makes audiobooks available through a patron’s television. Read on...

If you're looking for something to create, but are stuck for ideas. You can try something we have created together in the past. Read on...

Here are some times for searching our library's catalog. You can get to the catalog directly using the catalog URL: https://laconia.biblionix.com We also have a video to give an overview: https://youtu.be/5sxFP_zmbcI Read on...

Search genealogical and historical documents in the library. Read on...

The library is seeking motivated individuals to volunteer at the library. Read on...

A great tool to help readers like you find a book you will enjoy reading. Read on...

Check out our new look! Read on...

The library now has passes available for two area museums, contact the library to reserve one today. Read on...

The garden behind the library is open for visitors to enjoy. Read on...

The Children's and the Teen & Tween Summer Reading programs begin Tuesday, July 6! Read on...

Fill out a form and our children's librarians will pick out a selection of books for you! Read on...

Did you know that you can select your favorite authors and be placed on hold for their newest titles automatically? Read on...

This is a large collection of eBooks and downloadable content available to Laconia Public Library cardholders. Read on...

Hoopla is a collection of eBooks, movies, television shows, music, and more. Content is available to stream or download instantly to Laconia Public Library cardholders. Read on...

Our tech help librarian has created several videos to walk you through using some of our services. Read on...

Keep up to date on the programs and events at the library. Read on...

Laconia Public Library is excited to announce the launch of Brainfuse – on-demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning for children and adult learners. Read on...