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June 06, 2025
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Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns – Virtual Author Talk with Lisa Jewell – Tuesday, June 10 at 2:00pm
You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!). Along with an … Continue reading
Pride Month Loop Yarn – Tuesday, June 10 at 2:30pm
Teens will learn how to make a small 8 inch loop yarn wreath. Kathy will take you through the steps to design and create your own mini heart wreath at … Continue reading
Garden Helpers – Wednesdays, 9:00am – 10:30am
Each week, from spring to fall, a group of volunteers meet to lend a helping hand with weeding and general yard maintenance. Come as often, or as little, as you’d … Continue reading
Phoebe’s Morning Book Chat – Thursday, June 12 at 11:00am
Phoebe’s Morning book chat takes place on the second Thursday of every month at 11:00am in the Community Room.Multiple copies of the selected book are available please call the library … Continue reading
The M.I.C. – Friday, June 13 at 6:00pm
The M.I.C. is an open mic event for teens. What’s an “open mic”? It’s a talent show where anything can be a talent! Think: singing, slideshows, spoken word, dance, comedy, … Continue reading
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Patio Party – Monday, June 16 at 5:30pm
Summer Kick Off! All ages and families welcome! Join us for pizza, games, and a Joy Blooms concert outside! Learn about the summer reading program for grades K-12, pick up … Continue reading
Dark Nonfiction Book Club – Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30pm
Dark nonfiction book club is a book discussion group for the morbidly curious. We will explore dark topics such as true crime, natural disasters, war stories, death and dying, man-made … Continue reading
Living the Otter Life – Virtual Author Talk with Katherine Applegate – Tuesday, June 24 at 4:00pm
Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder. Everyone wants to meet Odder, the Queen of Play. … Continue reading
Kaleidoscope: Sudeshna Sirkar Artist Reception – Wednesday, June 25 at 6:30pm
Sudeshna Sirkar is a contemporary artist whose art delves into the colors and beauty of life, nature, love, and divinity. She started her artistic journey immensely inspired by the beauty … Continue reading
State Library Funding Reinstated (May 2025)
Connecticut State Library Receives Notice of Reinstatement of Federal IMLS Grants Hartford, CT – The Connecticut State Library has been notified by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) … Continue reading
