Our MissionThe Newmarket Public Library promotes knowledge and understanding in the Newmarket community by providing resources that inform, connect, and entertain, in a warm and welcoming environment that is open to all.
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Our VisionThe Newmarket Public Library has many services designed to enrich the lives of residents. Our book and media collections educate and entertain. Our facility provides a safe space to study, relax, and meet and talk. Our public events and our online and electronic services connect our community with the world at large. All Newmarket residents can access library resources for free.
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Our ValuesOur values align with the American Library Association’s Core Values of Librarianship, which are based on the ALA’s Freedom to Read Statement and Library Bill of Rights. These statements can be accessed at the ALA’s website at: http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/corevalues
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How to Get a Library CardAll town residents are entitled to a free library card. We need some proof of residency in Newmarket: a license, a lease, etc. Others may purchase a card for $50.00 annually. All high school age residents may be issued their own library card. Children ages 4 and up may also be issued their own library card, however, the child's parent or guardian must have a valid library card.
If you work in Newmarket, but don't live here, you're still able to get a card! Please bring us proof of employment from a valid Newmarket address. |
Lending PeriodBooks: 3 Weeks
DVDs: 1 Week (Limit of 5 at a time) AudioBooks: 3 Weeks *Patrons may renew items for a 10 day period online using their library card account if no one is waiting for the item. *Items may be returned inside the library or in the book drop located at the back of the library. |
Meeting Room Policy
The Newmarket Public Library currently has one meeting room available for public use. Please call 603-659-5311 to check availability.
If you need space to study or meet, we do have tables available in our designated quiet room and in our main stacks area which do not require a reservation. The library recognizes that community-sponsored programs are consistent with many of the goals of the library and encourages public use of our facility. Click Below to Download and Read Policy Meeting Room User Agreement Meeting Rooms Use Procedure and Policy |
Internet Access Policy
NPL offers free high-speed Internet access to the public. Currently, we have 6 public access computers available. We also offer free Wi-Fi access 24/7 via an unsecured network.
The use of the six computers is available on a first-come first-served basis. Usage is limited to two 30-minute-blocks per day. Users must sign in with their name and the current time to use a computer. When signing in into the sign-in book, they are agreeing to follow this Computer Use Policy and the Computer Usage Guidelines below. The Library is pleased to be able to offer this service to the community. However, we do not have enough staff to offer extensive assistance or formal training at this time. All users who sign up to use the Internet must possess basic computer skills, or have someone with them to assist them. The library staff will answer basic questions on searching techniques, or offer troubleshooting assistance with software or equipment only. Click Below to Download and Read Policy Internet Access Policy |
Material Donation Policy
The Friends of the Newmarket Public Library manage library donations. The Friends will accept donations of books and other media, space permitting. The library will only accept 2 boxes/bags of books at a time. We cannot accept encyclopedias, textbooks, VHS, cassettes, or materials that have been damaged or stored in wet or humid conditions.
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Unattended Children Policy
The Newmarket Public Library exists to serve the current informational, recreational, intellectual and cultural needs of the community by providing information, materials, and service, which is timely, accurate and useful. The library serves all citizens of the town of Newmarket, without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, or handicap.
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