We are open!
The library is now open and welcoming our community into the building by appointment! The library is open for anyone to browse the collection, checkout items, and use any of our technology services: public computers, printing, copying, and scanning.
Appointments available:
Monday-Friday: 10am-12pm and 2-6pm
Curbside available:
Monday-Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Masks must be worn by all visitors who are 5 years of age and older while in the library. The library will provide a disposable mask for any visitor without one. For those who are unable or refuse to wear a mask while at the library, accommodations will be made with curbside service, and the staff will work to provide high-quality over-the-phone service to ensure all individuals’ needs are met.
Make an appointment! Let us know when you would like to visit the library by clicking the "Book Appointment" button below or visiting: minotsleeperlibrary.setmore.com/. You may also call us at 603-744-3352 or email minotsleeperlibrary@gmail.com to schedule a time.
The library is now open and welcoming our community into the building by appointment! The library is open for anyone to browse the collection, checkout items, and use any of our technology services: public computers, printing, copying, and scanning.
Appointments available:
Monday-Friday: 10am-12pm and 2-6pm
Curbside available:
Monday-Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Masks must be worn by all visitors who are 5 years of age and older while in the library. The library will provide a disposable mask for any visitor without one. For those who are unable or refuse to wear a mask while at the library, accommodations will be made with curbside service, and the staff will work to provide high-quality over-the-phone service to ensure all individuals’ needs are met.
Make an appointment! Let us know when you would like to visit the library by clicking the "Book Appointment" button below or visiting: minotsleeperlibrary.setmore.com/. You may also call us at 603-744-3352 or email minotsleeperlibrary@gmail.com to schedule a time.
Curbside Service
The library continues to loan materials through a curbside pick-up service. Library books, audiobooks, magazines, and videos may be borrowed by library cardholders in good standing. 20 items total, including 4 videos may be borrowed by each cardholder. Requests for items can be made through your library card account at https://minotsleeper.nhais.bywatersolutions.com/, or by calling 603-744-3352 or emailing minotsleeperlibrary@gmail.com. Please review the steps for placing requests and how to pick up items at: www.minotsleeperlibrary.org/currentservices.html.
Curbside Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-2pm
Returning Library Materials
The library is now accepting the return of library materials, including books, audiobooks, magazines, and videos in the metal drop box outside the library’s front entrance. The staff will do their best to keep this receptacle clean, however, we do recommend washing your hands or using hand sanitizer after placing materials in the drop box.
More information
Information about interlibrary loan, printing and computer services, borrowing museum passes, making book donations to the library, access to the building, our meeting room, and butterfly garden can be found at www.minotsleeperlibrary.org/currentservices.
The library continues to loan materials through a curbside pick-up service. Library books, audiobooks, magazines, and videos may be borrowed by library cardholders in good standing. 20 items total, including 4 videos may be borrowed by each cardholder. Requests for items can be made through your library card account at https://minotsleeper.nhais.bywatersolutions.com/, or by calling 603-744-3352 or emailing minotsleeperlibrary@gmail.com. Please review the steps for placing requests and how to pick up items at: www.minotsleeperlibrary.org/currentservices.html.
Curbside Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-2pm
Returning Library Materials
The library is now accepting the return of library materials, including books, audiobooks, magazines, and videos in the metal drop box outside the library’s front entrance. The staff will do their best to keep this receptacle clean, however, we do recommend washing your hands or using hand sanitizer after placing materials in the drop box.
More information
Information about interlibrary loan, printing and computer services, borrowing museum passes, making book donations to the library, access to the building, our meeting room, and butterfly garden can be found at www.minotsleeperlibrary.org/currentservices.
Access E books, audio books, and magazines on your own device! Sign in using your library card number.
Kanopy gives you access to movies, documentaries, and kids shows. Sign up using your library card number, and access a ton of
fun movies and shows on your own device! 
Research Databases
(Card number required)
Do you need scholarly articles for homework or need up to date information on a topic?
Use EBSCO and sign in with your library card number! 
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Digital Library Resources
Libby for e-books, downloadable audiobooks, and digital magazines Kanopy for free streaming movies, documentaries, and children's videos EBSCO for news articles and videos and journal articles Heritage Quest for genealogy research Please call us for log in information Upcoming Programs (online) View our calendar of events for a listing of upcoming virtual programs: Calendar COVID-19 Resources Reliable resources and how to apply for unemployment: COVID-19 Resources Free Netflix Documentaries Free to anyone, no accounts required. Frequently Asked Questions
What is the library doing to make materials safe for me to borrow?
All materials returned to the library are quarantined for 3 days, a length based on scientific research, then wiped down before being reshelved. Library staff take safety precautions, including wearing masks and gloves and clean surfaces throughout the day. Once the library opens to the public on September 1, the staff and trustees encourage anyone who wishes to take precautions with library materials they bring home to quarantine items for 72 hours. More information about this can be found at: https://www.imls.gov/news/research-shows-virus-undetectable-five-highly-circulated-library-materials-after-three-days. Why do I have to wear a mask? The library is following recommendations made by health professionals to provide a safe environment. Public libraries serve all people, therefore we put certain precautions in place to ensure a welcoming and safe place for the entire community. The library has always done this through requirements ranging from the use of footwear, to annual building safety audits. Can I come into the library to browse or use a computer? Yes! To ensure you are able to come into the library when you arrive, during a time of limited occupancy, appointments are required and can be made by calling 603-744-3352, emailing minotsleeperlibrary@gmail.com or online at minotsleeperlibrary.org/currentservices.html. Why do I have to make an appointment? Following state guidelines, the library will reopen with capacity limits. To ensure you are able to come into the library when you arrive, appointments are required and intended for your convenience. To make an appointment, call 603-744-3352, email minotsleeperlibrary@gmail.com or reserve a time online at minotsleeperlibrary.org/currentservices.html. Can I order a book that our library doesn't have through interlibrary loan? The state-wide interlibrary loan is currently suspended. We will make an announcement when the State Library has is back up and running. What if I want to borrow e-books, downloadable audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming videos, but I don't have a library card? Easy! We can sign you up for a library card over the phone. Just give us a call at 603-744-3352 during our regular hours (Monday-Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-2pm). We will confirm with you that you live in one of the towns in the Newfound Area School District, ask you a few other questions, and within minutes you will have access to digital materials! Can I return my books and movies? Yes! All library materials can be returned in the metal drop box outside the library's entrance at any time. What if I don’t know what I want to read or watch, or what you have available? Give us a call! Our librarians are happy to talk with you on the phone, by email, or in an online Zoom meeting to help make recommendations based on your interests and reading history. Can I borrow items for friends and family? Why not encourage them to sign up for their own library card? If they live in Bristol, Alexandria, Bridgewater, Danbury Hebron, Hill, Groton, or New Hampton they can sign up for a library card for no charge. To sign up, call 603-744-3352. If you’re still wondering if you can borrow items for others, be aware each cardholder may borrow up to 20 items at a time, including a limit of 4 videos. Patrons may choose to share these with friends and family, however, responsibility for overdues, lost, or damaged items will fall to the cardholder. What if I want things from the library but I'm home bound? Minot-Sleeper Library offers a home delivery program for people who are home bound and living in the Newfound Region of New Hampshire. There is no charge for this service. Please review the details of the service below before signing up. To complete an application for home delivery, call the library 603-744-3352 to complete the form over the phone with a librarian. You can also fill out a form online by clicking here : docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJqrVSNUFhNvHyKkPjMnbzW870b7qX8sPibmAGZ4aWcWH3zA/viewform Book Bundles
Book bundles are packages of books, pre-selected by our librarians, to bring you new adventures and surprises! Bundles are available as pictures book, junior level, middle grade readers, and young adult readers.
September Themes: Back to School and Banned Books Order a Book Bundle: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2hqX3gh6c9rU_fKMfawLgC6E3vGzkb0Q_-tp4rqiKWoTnkQ/viewform Book Packs: Buy Books from the Friends of the Minot-Sleeper Library
The Friends of the Minot-Sleeper Library are now offering Book Packs for sale! Go to the Friends page here to find out more! These packs include sets of books that would frequently be found in the library foyer for sale. Above is an example of one of the book packs.
Library Events
All events are cancelled until the library reopens.
Please check back for updates on the events listed below. Family Programs and Events
All events are cancelled until the library reopens.
Please check back for updates on the events listed below. All story times are cancelled until the library reopens.
Please check back for updates! In the meantime, watch our online story times here. Community Programs and Events
All Community Events are cancelled until the library reopens.
Please check back for updates. Minot-Sleeper Library on Instagram
Board of Trustees meetings are held the fourth Thursday of each month at 4 PM online using Zoom, unless otherwise noted.
Meetings are open to the public. |
