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Happy Labor Day graphic with construction tools announcing the Exeter Community Library is closed Monday, September 7th.

Exeter Community Library promotes “Live from the Library,” a new YouTube livestream featuring Dandelion, the library’s resident tortoise.

Dandelion Live from the Library!

Check out our New YouTube Channel! and see Dandelion, the Exeter Library's resident tortoise live today! Don't forget to like and subscribe.

History presentation poster about America's role in Iran, Aug. 17 at 5:30 PM at Exeter Community Library

America in Iran

Explore the history and significance of America's little-known role in Iran more than 85 years ago. Registration Open.

Craft Swap

It is our annual craft swap! Donate craft items starting Tuesday, August 25th and get a ticket to enter the craft swap an hour early on Saturday, August 29th!

Promotional poster for Exeter Community Library's Meet the Author event with L. Ryan Storms, Monday, August 31 at 6:00 PM.

Meet the Author - L. Ryan Storms!

Meet L. Ryan Storms and her new book, Love, Death and Pen Pals! Register Today!

From Hive to Honey

Meet Wendy from Funny Farm Apiaries to discuss life in the bee hive and have a live viewing of bees in an observation hive. *Children 5 years and older* Register Today!

ilm and discussion about Grossinger’s and the Jewish Catskills, Wednesday, September 9 at noon

Noontime Knowledge : We Met at Grossinger’s

a journey through the Jewish Catskills directed by Paula Eiselt. To RSVP check out the JFR website or email info@jfreading.org

Giant Pharmacy flu season flyer advertising mobile vaccinations at Exeter Community Library on September 11 and 25, from 10 AM to 2 PM, with no registration required.

Giant Pharmacy Vaccine Clinic

Giant Pharmacy will once again be at the Exeter Community Library for a vaccine clinic. Please call Giant at 610-406-9644 with questions.

Flyer promoting Berks Nature’s all-ages, accessible Nature Stroll & Roll event on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Nature Stroll and Roll

Join us for an outdoor event designed with accessibility and mobility needs in mind. Enjoy a short, gently paced guided stroll or roll along the paths of Berks Nature.

Save-the-date graphic for the Exeter Community Library’s “Mocktails & Music” fundraiser on October 22, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 PM, featuring book-inspired mocktails, live music, and library-themed illustrations.

Music and Mocktails - Save the Date!

October, 22nd form 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Exeter Community Library. Enjoy a selection of book-inspired mocktails while live music sets the backdrop!

free six-week heart disease self-management program for older adults and family members, with Friday classes from October 23 through November 20, a Tuesday class on November 24, and sessions held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Take Charge of Your Health

Developed by Stanford this program helps individuals learn how to take charge of their heart disease and health. To register call Kate Schweinhart at 610-582-1603!

6th Annual Craft Swap!

It is our annual craft swap! Whether you’re a full-time artist or someone who loves to create, the Exeter Library Craft Swap is the place for you! Stop by this August and grab some free supplies! Leftovers will be used by the library. Donate your unwanted craft supplies from: Tuesday, August 25th through Friday, August 28th and receive an early-bird ticket to get first dibs at 10:00 am on August, 29th!

Food drive flyer for the Exeter Community Library. Donate non-perishable food items throughout August, including canned goods, cereal, soup, pasta, spaghetti sauce, and peanut butter. Donation box shown with the message, "Every donation helps!"

August Outreach

Join us in making a difference! The entire month of August Exeter Community Library will be accepting donations of non-perishable food items such as:

canned meats
cereal
canned vegetables
canned fruit
soup
spaghetti sauce
pasta
and peanut butter

Donation will be accepted in the Lobby and will support the Exeter Area Food Pantry!

Hours

Mon: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tue: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Sun: Closed

Wide view of Exeter Community Library building with its name mounted on the stone exterior, surrounded by greenery and parked cars beneath a vivid blue sky.

Holiday Closings

September 07, 2026

October 12, 2026

November 03, 2026

November 11, 2026

November 26, 2026

December 25, 2026

December 26, 2026

Other Schedule Changes

Wednesday, November 25th 2026: 10:00 - 3:00

Thursday, December 24th 2026: 10:00 - 1:00

Thursday, December 31st 2026: 10:00 - 1:00

Contact Us

4569 Prestwick Drive
Reading, PA 19606

Tel: 610-406-9431
Fax: 610-406-9415

director@exeterlibrary.org

40.30591, -75.86306

We provide...

Books, DVDs, Music

Interlibrary loans

Online lending via Libby/Overdrive

Children's Programs

Adult Programs

StoryWalk®

Teen Programs

Fax & Print Services

Study Rooms

Library of Things

Summer Quest

Reading Areas

Circulating Admissions Passes

Book Sales

Craft Swaps

& so much more!

Learn more about Juvenile Cards.

About Our Library

We are an interactive, community-centered, safe space for everyone. The Exeter Community Library enhances the cultural, social, and intellectual lives of Exeter township & St. Lawrence Boro residents. Besides offering books, in both print and digital formats, we have a wide array of programs for all ages sure to educate and entertain; 24/7 free WiFi; public computers; study rooms; and more. We welcome you!

We're more than just books.

Additional resources:

Click for the Exeter Township website.

Click for the Exeter School District website.

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