Important Announcement: For July, Library patrons should be aware that parking will be extremely limited during construction. Please be prepared to utilize the 2-hour parking along Greenwood Ave or park and walk from a nearby municipal lot, such as Town Hall.

15 Greenwood Ave | Conway, NH 03818
(603) 447-5552
Library Hours: Mon-Thu - 9am-8pm, Fri - 9am-5pm, Sat - 9am-1pm
History Room Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu - 10am-2pm, Wed - 3pm-8pm
 

What's Happening

Join Marc Stowbridge in the Library Park on Saturday, July 19th from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm to safely view the Sun's eruptions, features, and sunspots through two telescopes, the Hydrogen Alpha & the White Light. If the event is too "cloudy" check with Conway Public Library for the new date. This event is appropriate for ALL AGES. Don't miss it! Important Message: The library will be closed at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Please make sure to use the facilities before then, as you will not be able to access them after that time.
Experience an extraordinary educational journey as you embark on a virtual canoeing adventure, guided by the captivating voice of retired Supervisor Tim Caverly, in the Ham Room at 1:00 PM. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the enchanting 92-mile stretch of the Allagash River. As you navigate these tranquil waters, you'll discover the rich lore and timeless legends that define Maine's breathtaking wilderness. Each bend in the river unfolds a new story, allowing the whispers of nature to transport you through history.
Join our exciting summer reading challenge! Sign up at the front desk for a chance to win amazing prizes just by reading. Check out our book suggestions that fit the theme: Color Our World. Let the fun begin!

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New Museum Passes

Exciting News!

Thanks to the Friends of the Conway Public Library, we now have new seasonal museum passes available for the Mount Washington Observatory, Mount Washington Cog Railway, and Mount Washington Auto Road. These passes are only available during June, and each has specific guidelines. We also have added White Mountain Museum & Gallery.
 

Check It Out

Mark Your Calendars: June 14th, 2025 at 11:00 AM 

Join the New England Irish Harp Orchestra for an unforgettable musical experience! Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of traditional Irish music performed by a vibrant community that spans ages 20 to 80, all from New Hampshire and Massachusetts. For twenty years, our Orchestra has been captivating audiences across New England and Ireland, and we invite you to be part of this rich heritage.

The Friends of the Library hosted the New England Irish Harp Orchestra  in June 2024, and Valley Vision-TV3  captured the event for those who missed it.          

Support your Library

The Friends of the Conway Public Library is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All of the proceeds from fundraising efforts of the Friends support the Conway Public Library.

Consider donating today!

The Library was recently awarded a $340,000 reimbursement grant from the Northern Borders Regional Commission (NBRC).

The Library is pursuing other grants and private donations to cover the remaining cost, which is approximately $330,000. Click the link to find out more: tinyurl.com/CPLPark

Please consider donating to the Friends of the Conway Public Library in support of the Library Park re-design today!

(Please designate that the donation being made is in support of the Library Park Project) 

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Join Tessa and Drea  to explore stories, songs, various activities and all around fun each week.  All children and their caregivers are welcome. For more information call 603...
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Get ready for Lego games and challenges with New England's favorite brickmaster, Cody Wells! All are invited to this FREE event in celebration of the summer reading program...
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
The Friends of the Conway Public Library’s Board of Directors meets at the Library once a month. All Friends members and prospective members are welcome to attend.
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
** July 3rd group meeting has been postponed to July 17th** The Writer/Poetry Group, where fellow lovers of poetry are encouraged to come write and read their own poetry or...
Monday, July 21, 2025 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
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Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Come learn the art of weaving mandalas with Whitney Pray! Whitney learned this traditional craft of the Huichol people of Mexico over a...
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 11:30am to 12:30pm
Join Dixie Lea for weekly outdoor yoga in the library park. Wear comfy clothing and BYO mat and water. $5.00 suggested donation.
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
  English for Students of Other Languages (ESL) – Mondays ESL classes and one-on-one tutoring, Citizenship, Basic Literacy and computer classes and tutoring, college/ job...
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**   VIRTUAL: Author Hour with...
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Guided by the captivating voice of retired Supervisor Tim Caverly, audiences will embark on a virtual canoeing adventure along the picturesque 92-mile stretch of the Allagash...
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Come learn the art of weaving mandalas with Whitney Pray! Whitney learned this traditional craft of the Huichol people of Mexico over a...
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Join Tessa and Drea  to explore stories, songs, various activities and all around fun each week.  All children and their caregivers are welcome. For more information call 603...
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Get ready for Lego games and challenges with New England's favorite brickmaster, Cody Wells! All are invited to this FREE event in celebration of the summer reading program...
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Join Tessa and Drea  to explore stories, songs, various activities and all around fun each week.  All children and their caregivers are welcome. For more information call 603...
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Ms Frizzle will read to you about famous artists and help you create your own masterpieces using paint markers on canvas. All children and their caregivers are welcome. FREE!
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Come learn the art of weaving mandalas with Whitney Pray! Whitney learned this traditional craft of the Huichol people of Mexico over a...
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.**   VIRTUAL: Author Hour with...
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Guided by the captivating voice of retired Supervisor Tim Caverly, audiences will embark on a virtual canoeing adventure along the picturesque 92-mile stretch of the Allagash...
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Get ready for Lego games and challenges with New England's favorite brickmaster, Cody Wells! All are invited to this FREE event in celebration of the summer reading program...
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
** July 3rd group meeting has been postponed to July 17th** The Writer/Poetry Group, where fellow lovers of poetry are encouraged to come write and read their own poetry or...
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Come learn the art of weaving mandalas with Whitney Pray! Whitney learned this traditional craft of the Huichol people of Mexico over a...
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 11:30am to 12:30pm
Join Dixie Lea for weekly outdoor yoga in the library park. Wear comfy clothing and BYO mat and water. $5.00 suggested donation.
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Private
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 5:30pm to 7:45pm
Meeting of Family Support Council
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
  English for Students of Other Languages (ESL) – Mondays ESL classes and one-on-one tutoring, Citizenship, Basic Literacy and computer classes and tutoring, college/ job...