For 2025 National Library Week, each day I wrote a blog spotlighting different groups that contribute to our library’s success. I have to fit in one more, since our library would not be what it is without the following people: Chris Cross, the best neighbor we could ask for. Last year he built a sturdy […]

In honor of this week being National Library Week, each day the Langdon Library will spotlight different groups that contribute to our library’s success. Today: our Substitute Library Assistants! In addition to our “core four” library employees, we employ seven additional subs who fill in during staff absences. We started with two and over the […]

In honor of this week being National Library Week, each day the Langdon Library will spotlight different groups that contribute to our library’s success. Today: the NH State Library! Established in 1717, our State Library is the oldest in the nation. In addition to their function as a public library and repository of genealogical resources, […]

In an executive order signed on March 14, 2025, President Trump reduced the functions of several agencies, including the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which may impact library services in Newington. The Langdon Library does not receive federal funds directly, but we do receive federally-funded services through the New Hampshire State Library. The […]