The Goodwin Library is a public library that serves as an information center for the personal, cultural, and social growth for the community of Farmington. The Library maintains collections and implements programs that address the community’s changing informational and recreational needs for education and literacy. The collections, materials, and programs are offered in a variety of formats to ensure equitable access for all. The Library believes that free and open access to information and resources will establish the framework for an informed and involved community.
Hours Change on November 6
Our hours will be changing slightly for the Fall/Winter season.
We will be open from 11-5 on Thursdays from November 6 until spring. All other hours will remain the same.
From November 6 until the first week of April, our hours will look like this:
Monday: 10:00am–5:00pm
Tuesday: 1:00pm–7:00pm
Thursday: 11:00am–5:00pm
Friday: 10:00am–5:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am–2:00pm
Wednesday/Sunday: Closed
NEW! Radon Detector Available for Checkout
We now have a radon detector that can be borrowed!
Radon is a hazardous gas that often goes undetected in homes and buildings. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Radon is more common in New Hampshire buildings due to the soil composition.
More resources and information about radon is available on the NH Department of Health and Human Services Website.
Read MoreDolly Parton Imagination Library – Now Live!
We met our fundraising goal – Thank you, everyone!
Please click here to register your child.
This program mails a brand-new book every month to each child (age 0-5) enrolled in the program!
We are still accepting donations so we can fund this program for years to come! If you would like information about how to donate, please contact Kayla at kmorin@goodwinlibrary.org.
Gingerbread House Contest Registration is November 17 through November 22
Want to show off your gingerbread house making skills? Sign up for the virtual gingerbread house contest!
Registration will open November 17th. You must register before 2:00pm on Saturday, November 22 to participate.
Limited to 40 participants. All ages are welcome!
The Bookies – Tuesday, 11/18 at 6:00pm, In-Person or on Zoom
The Bookies is the Goodwin Library’s book club! Join us in November to discuss This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub.
We always have multiple copies of the book available for checkout—stop by to pick one up! New members are always welcome.
This program can be attended in-person or online. Please email Joyce at jwhite@goodwinlibrary.org if you would like the Zoom link.
Click for SummaryTween Activity Group – Friendsgiving Pizza Party! Thursday, 11/20 at 3:00pm
Make pizza with us for a Friendsgiving celebration!
All supplies will be provided.
This program is for ages 10-14.
Trustee Meeting – Thursday, 11/20 at 6:00pm
Would you like to know what’s happening at the library?
Attend the next trustee meeting! The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
Board Game Club – Fri. 11/21 at 3:00pm
Stop by the library after school to play with our collection of board games!
Play an old favorite or learn a new game. We have board games for a range of ages! This program is recommended for grades 2+.
Board game club is always on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month.
Family Photo Day – Saturday, 11/22 from 10:30am-12:30pm
Get a beautiful family photo taken with our festive holiday backdrop!
Each family will receive one group photo using the pictured backdrop (left)!
This is program is free! Suggested donation is an unwrapped toy that will go to for Toys for Tots.
Registration is required. Click below to view the signup times and register.
View signup timesWeekly Fall Story Times – Mondays at 10:15 and 11:00 until November 24
Join us for fun, fall-themed story times!
Baby story time (ages 0-2) @ 10:15am: Join Miss Kayla for stories, songs, and rhymes!
Pre-school story time (ages 3-5) @ 11:00am: Join Miss Carolyn for stories, rhymes, and crafts!
Lego Saturdays! Every Saturday, from 10:00am to 1:30pm
Play with the library’s Lego collection!
Drop by to free build with Legos and see what you can create.
We also have Duplos for little ones!
Story Trail!
Coming in November is If You Take A Mouse to the Movies by Laura Numeroff!
This story is sponsored by the Farmington Women’s Club. It will be up through December.
The Story Trail is located at the McCarthy Trail, next to the Public Safety Complex at 160 NH-153.
We are seeking sponsors for the 2026 story trail season! If you would like to sponsor a story, email Kayla at kmorin@goodwinlibrary.org.
We Have a Little Free Library!
Take a book, leave a book!
There are all kinds of books in our little free library! The top shelf has children’s books, the bottom shelf has adult books. Stop by and check it out – it’s right outside our front door!
Please keep in mind that the Little Free Library is not a book return for library books! The book return is behind the building.
Accessible Entrance
The library’s Accessible entrance is located at the rear of the library, off the bank parking lot.
The accessible entrance has a button control that opens and holds the door automatically.
The elevator is just inside the door to the left.