Jaffrey Public Library

Had a lovely environment for people of all ages! Would absolutely recommend going. Librarians are all very kind :]

Bailey is always so kind and patient with my little one, and clearly loves her job. 10/10 need more people like her to inspire a new generation of readers.

The differences in this library from when we first moved here & now is like night & day... for the better! Earlier, before the staffing changes, this really was a pretty standard library. They had activities & events, yes, but the kids area was tucked away in the basement & the whole upstairs area was all the "adult" area, & by "adult" area I mean "SHHH... QUIET" area. It was the kind of place you didn't even want to walk too loudly for fear of making "too much noise." It honestly was not welcoming. The head librarian was not rude, per se, she just wasn't friendly in the slightest; maybe borderline polite. Here's an example of how it used to be, with regards to stuff for the kids, I took my then two-year-old son to story time for kids ages 0-2 years. Every single child there was over 3

Run amazing STEM programs for children for free: 3D printing, little robots, sewing, and more. Families can check out STEM activities, including a telescope. With the magnetic marble tracks on the wall, live rats for the children to meet, and comfy spots to read a book to your child: it's almost like a mini, free, Children's Museum. Wonderful summer reading program with guest presenters.

I think the staff has good intentions, and there is a good book selection for children. However my friend and I have had multiple bad experiences with staff and the storytime is unimpressive. Myself and another mother have not found this library to be supportive of mothers.