Manchester Public Library, CT

06/23/2026

Call 860-645-0577 for further information. Registration forms are available at the Main Library and Whiton Branch Library.

06/23/2026

Can you find the library lion and elephant hiding in our stacks at the main library? The second picture shows what they look like up close, and don't forget to zoom in.

Leave a 🦁 and a 🐘 in the comments if you find them!

06/19/2026

06/18/2026

🎉Teen Summer Reading starts Monday, June 22, 2026!🎉

With the new library coming, we're keeping things simple this year. Starting Monday, stop by either library location to sign up:

📚Reference Desk - Main Library
📚Circulation Desk - Whiton Library

Register for Teen Summer Reading and receive your exclusive Teen T-shirt --- while supplies last!

Need your next page-turner? Whether you're looking for a thrilling adventure, heartwarming story, or a book you just can't put down, we're happy to help with recommendations and summer reading suggestions.

We can't wait to see you this summer. Grab a book, earn a T-shirt, and make reading part of your summer adventure.

Happy Reading! ☀️📖

06/18/2026

Children's Summer Reading starts Monday June 22nd, 2026! Due to our uncertain schedule this summer, our children's summer reading is very simple this year. Starting Monday, stop by either library building and register your child for the program and get their 2026 Summer Reading t-shirt (while supplies last) and reading slip! Check the calendar for outdoor programming and for programs at Whiton. Let's have a great summer before we make the move to our new stomping grounds!

06/17/2026

Adult Summer Reading starts Monday June 22nd, 2026!
Due to our uncertain schedule this summer, our adult summer reading is very simple this year. Starting Monday, stop by either library building and ask for your 2026 summer reading t-shirt. There is no registration required this year, and there are no prizes- t-shirts are limited, while supplies last! T-shirts have typically gone within two or three days, so we recommend not delaying (especially if you are one of our t-shirt collectors!). We encourage you to stop in, check out as many books as you can carry out of the building, and read, read, read this summer, helping us get ready for our big move.

06/15/2026

Today is a beautiful day for the library lion and elephant to head outside! Can you find them? The second picture shows what they look like up close, and don't forget to zoom in.

Leave a 🦁 and a 🐘 in the comments if you find them!

06/08/2026

Can you find the library lion and elephant hiding in our children's room? The second picture shows what they look like up close, and don't forget to zoom in.

Leave a 🦁 and a 🐘 in the comments if you find them!

06/04/2026

Our new system and online catalog are live! If you had bookmarked our old catalog, please switch out the link to the new one. When you log in to your account on the new catalog for the first time you will need to reset your pin.
Your new link to our catalog: https://manchester.lcicatalog.org
The app is not ready yet; we will update here and our website when it is available to download.
Please note: some items have not migrated over to Vega and will not show up in our online catalog, even if we own them. The computer software company is aware of this and is working on fixing it. You may always contact the library directly to help you locate an item to ensure the most accurate information.