Blog Category: What’s New

Blue booklet cover with gold text reading Passport Connecticut Libraries, features the library logo of a person reading a book and the CT Library Consortium logo.

Passports to CT Libraries 2026 – Starts April 1

It’s a Passport to CT Libraries year, and we are participating! Collect stamps in your library passport by visiting participating libraries in CT between April 1 and April 30. Get … Continue reading »

Author Jason Reynolds with a joyful smile on his face and head tilted back. His long dark hair over one shoulder of his dark grey sweater. Book cover of Coach by Jason Reynolds. Background of flyer is pink with dark pink triangles around the border.

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience Virtual Author Talk with Jason Reynolds – Thursday, April 30 at 7:00pm

Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series. Following the immersive stories of Ghost, … Continue reading »

The Luminous Spirit by Edwin Lopez, April - May 2026. Features mixed media of the rocky shoreline. Brown tone flat rocks in the blue gray water. Cloudy sky with bright blues shining through and meets the water at the horizon. Background is a brown to gold gradient from the top to bottom.

The Luminous Spirit: Art Exhibit by Edwin Lopez

My work literally and symbolically represents the human spirit within each of us that shows kindness and compassion for those less fortunate. The spirit that cares for “all creatures great … Continue reading »

Book cover of Feeding Ghosts by Tessa Hulls.

Contemporary Classics Book Discussion with Marsha Bansavage – Monday, May 4 at 7:00pm

Contemporary Classics with Marsha Bansavage takes place virtually and is usually on the first Monday of the month. Multiple copies of the selected book are available at the service desk. … Continue reading »

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Everything and Anything You Wanted to Know About AI But Were Afraid to Ask – Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30pm

We hear a lot of talk about AI, and it’s hard to know what’s real, what’s hype, and what’s just straight up fantasy. Click here to register for Everything and … Continue reading »

Author, Marjan Kamali, smiling with her chin resting on her palm. She has long dark hair and is wearing a plum blazer and white top with embroidery. The book cover of The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali. The background is a city, most likely Tehran.

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love Virtual Author Talk with Marjan Kamali – Thursday, May 7 at 7:00pm

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran.  Have questions … Continue reading »

Book cover of Betty Goes Vegan: Over 500 Classic Recipes for the Modern Family by Annie and Dan Shannon.

Quarterly Vegan Cookbook Club – Friday, May 8 at 5:45pm

Join us for our quarterly vegan cookbook club. Let’s gather for an evening of tasty food and lively conversation about the chosen vegan cookbook. Each registrant will choose either an … Continue reading »

Book cover of Nuclear War: A Scenario by Annie Jacobsen.

Dark Nonfiction Book Club – Saturday, May 9 at 11:00am

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 »

Author, Dr. Vivienne Ming, looking directly at the viewer, has shoulder length blonde wavey hair and is wearing a black leather jacket and maroon shirt. The book cover of Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People.

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Vivienne Ming – Tuesday, May 12 at 2:00pm

Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming as we discuss her new … Continue reading »

Meet Therapy Dog Nemo – Wednesday, May 13 from 10:30am – 12:00pm

Come meet certified therapy dog Nemo, a 5-year-old black lab mix.  Nemo was born with only 3 legs, but that is not what makes him special. He is gentle, patient, … Continue reading »