Manchester, Connecticut
Manchester Public Library
Mary Cheney Library, 586 Main Street, Manchester, CT 06040, 860-643-2471
Open Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday Afternoons from 1 - 5 pm.
Whiton Branch Library, 100 North Main Street, Manchester, CT 06042, 860-643-6892
Open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Closed Saturdays and Sundays.
For the holiday of Thanksgiving Day, the library will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 25 and will be closed all day Thursday Nov. 26.
THE LIBRARY IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR THE LENDING OF BOOKS AND MATERIALS. MASKS ARE REQUIRED TO BE WORN INSIDE THE BUILDINGS.
NO RESTROOMS ARE AVAILABLE PLUS THERE ARE NO CHAIRS AVAILABLE - NO SITTING. INTERNET-USE COMPUTERS CAN BE USED FOR VERY SHORT SESSIONS.
ALL BOOKS AVAILABLE FOR BORROWING WILL ALREADY HAVE BEEN QUARANTINED FOR WELL OVER 72 HOURS.
IF EITHER LIBRARY BUILDING GETS CROWDED, LIMITS WILL BE ENFORCED ON THE TOTAL NUMBER OF PEOPLE ALLOWED INSIDE AT THE SAME TIME.
Summer Reading Program
More information about our Children, Teen and Adult Summer Reading Programs.
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Reference and Adult Services
Information Databases, Genealogy, Manchester Newspaper Article Search, Find a Job, Programs for Adults and Ask a Librarian.
MoreCalendar of Events
Information on events happening at the library.
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Loan Periods
Returns / Overdues
Information about borrowing from the library.
MoreSearch the Library Catalog
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MoreVisit the Library from Home
You can use the Internet to place and cancel holds, review your account, and renew materials - all on your schedule!
MoreSelectReads
Sign up to track your favorite authors, receive monthly reading recommendations, and newly added title alerts.
MoreeBooks, eAudiobooks and More
Take full advantage of your library's collection at Library Connection - eBooks, eAudiobooks and streaming video.
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OverDrive Help
Need help? Videos and print instructions for iOS, Kindle, Nook, Android and more.
MoreAdult Programs and Services
Information about adult programs, films, book discussions and more.
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Services for Children and Families
Check out the many programs offered for children and families.
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Services for Teens
Books, Events and more for teens in grades 6-12
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Online Book Clubs
Check out the many online book clubs available for you to join.
MoreDriver Education Program
Includes CT-specific information: 11 car practice tests, 9 motorcycle practice tests, 10 CDL practice tests, 3 driver's manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL) and an FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions.
MoreBookmobile Delivery Service
This service is available to Manchester residents. You can have a visit from the Bookmobile monthly. Please call the Mary Cheney Library (860-643-2471) to request service.
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Cheney Art
MoreMuseum Passes
The Manchester Public Library's museum passes allow free or reduced admission to venues for varying group sizes/ages.
MoreLibrary Board Minutes
MoreFriends of the Library
The Friends of the Manchester Public Library is a non-profit, non-political volunteer organization. It is the responsibility of the Friends to administer funds raised, donated, granted or endowed to secure materials that are beyond the scope of the library budget.
MoreDr. Whiton's Attic
Ongoing Book Sale
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