Library Information

The Walpole Town Library consists of the Bridge Memorial Library (48 Main Street, Walpole, NH) and the North Walpole Branch Library (78 Church Street, North Walpole, NH).  All residents of Walpole (including the villages of North Walpole and Drewsville) are encouraged to use either or both libraries. 

Library Materials:  The Library collection contains books for all ages, including large print books, periodicals, newspapers, movies, audio books, and other special items.

Registration:  To receive a library card, ask to fill out a registration form.  You will be asked to present a photo ID that shows you are a resident of Walpole, North Walpole or Drewsville.  Children may apply for their first library card after age 6.  A parent's signature is required for children.  Library cards are free to students of the local schools and to workers employed by local businesses.  A non-resident may register to borrow books by paying a $15.00 annual fee.

Loan Periods:  Most books and audio books may be borrowed for three weeks.  New materials circulate for two weeks.  Movies and magazines can be checked out for one week.

Renewals:  Older materials may be renewed by phone, in person, or online.  The Library does not renew new (14 day) books or materials that another patron has already reserved.

Reserves (also called Holds in Koha):  If the Library's copy of a book is checked out, you may reserve it.  You will be called or emailed when the book is available.

Overdue Charges:  Fines are calculated based on the days the Library is open.  Rates are $0.05 per day for books, periodicals and children's materials.  The overdue rate for movies is $0.50 per day.  Anyone with unpaid fines exceeding $25.00 will not be allowed to borrow materials until the items are returned and the fines are paid.  Lost or damaged items must be paid for by the patron.

Interlibrary Loans:  If you want a book or other materials that our Library does not own, the Library will try to obtain it from another New Hampshire library for free.  Loans from out of the state may include a fee.