Summer reading sign-ups begin next week on June 17th. We are very happy that all our programs can take place in the library this summer due to the installation of new, more efficient and environmentally friendly air conditioning. The project was made possible by a grant from the Association for Rural & Small Libraries through the generosity of the Manton Foundation. We cannot thank the Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) enough for allowing us to provide a cool and comfortable environment for all of Allenstown this summer!

Stop in to pick up a clown fish craft to make at home!

The library will be closed on Monday, May 27th, in honor of Memorial Day.

Thanks to our Children’s Literacy Foundation Rural Library Grant, we are able to provide passes to Squam Lakes Natural Science Center! The Library Membership pass is valid for up to four tickets at the member rate of $13 per ticket (half off the regular price!) for Allenstown Public Library patrons per day during the 2024 trail season (May 1-November 1).

If you would like a pass, contact us by phone at 603-485-7651, email at allenstownlib@comcast.net, Facebook, or in person. You need to know what date you want the pass for. We can email passes to you, but you must be able to print them out and bring the paper pass to the science center. We are more than happy to print them out for you at the library!

Spring is finally here, and so is this adorable spring bug craft! Stop by to pick up a kit to make it at home.

This week, we have a slithering snake craft for you to make at home! Stop by and pick up a kit!

The Allenstown Public Library still has solar eclipse glasses available for free! Stop by to pick up a pair!

The library will be closed Thursday, April 4th due to the storm. Don’t forget Libby and Hoopla are always open!

We have a terrifyingly cute popsicle stick alligator craft now available! Stop by to pick a kit to make it at home!

April’s Spice Kit is the Nigerian Suya Spice Mix. Suya is a smoky, nutty, spicy blend that imparts a delectable, savory umami flavor to whatever you season it with. It contains roasted peanuts, chili pepper, ginger, garlic, and alligator pepper. Check out a recipe using it below, and stop by to pick up your own kit!