As move approaches, library to reduce hours, limit collection

posted on 4/13/2026

Starting Monday, April 20, and continuing until Wednesday, June 3, the Dover Public Library will reduce its hours and available book and media collection as staff prepare to open the newly renovated building on Friday, June 5.

Beginning April 20, the library will be open Mondays from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Only books purchased within the last six months will be available for browsing and borrowing. Adult, teen, and children's collections will be in Room 306 of the McConnell Center, along with limited computing and related services. Room 306 is on the third floor of the McConnell Center. Use Door 3 for stairs and elevator access.

Programming will also be limited, with many events, such as book clubs, held off-site. Check the library calendar for a list of events and locations.

Online collections available for borrowing, research

Patrons may access the online collections, including NH Overdrive, Kanopy, and Hoopla, to stream and download eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and films. There are also online research databases available; some require library cards.

For more information, contact the Library at 603-516-6050 or visit Library’s renovation page.

In this week's episode of the Dover Download podcast, Library Director Denise LaFrance shares more details about the upcoming changes at the library and the renovation project. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.