Storytime for our littlest listeners!  Join us for this drop-in program for children ages 0 to 24 months and a caregiver. Babies enjoy nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, finger plays and movements.  Space is limited to the first 12 children.     *After storytime, open play time will be offered, giving children a chance to learn social skills and adults to connect with other caregivers.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

This program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Receive one-on-one technology help from a tech savvy staff member Just call, or stop by the library to schedule your free 20 minute session.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Thames Area Citizen Advocacy Program 

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Just for you and your toddler! Children ages 2-3 and their caregiver are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers, and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills.  

Sponsored by the League of Woman Voters of SECT

Receive one-on-one technology help from a tech savvy staff member Just call, or stop by the library to schedule your free 20 minute session.

~~"Be Informed.  Use your Voice.  VOTE!"  We will discuss voting rights, a brief history of voting in the United States, the importance of voting, and voter registration.  This is a great event for anyone interested in learning more about the voting process and how to encourage others to get involved

Homeschooled children ages 7-12 are invited to expand their art know-how and creativity in a side-by-side art class for children and their parents or caregivers. We'll discover a different artist, work of art, or technique at each event and then create our own masterpieces. Don't miss these fun-filled art-ventures! For more information, contact Miss Kim at 860-441-6750 or kbalentine@groton-ct.gov.

Join us for an active music enriched program open to all! Sing & Stomp is an noisy half hour of songs, dance and fingerplays. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child in following directions, exploring rhyme and rhythm, and creative play.

Receive one-on-one technology help from a tech savvy staff member Just call, or stop by the library to schedule your free 20 minute session.

This meeting/program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Meet author of Exit West Mohsin Hamid. This is the culmination of the One Book One Region programming. This event does not require registration and takes place at Connecticut College Palmer Auditorium.

Children ages 3+ and their caregiver, are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. This class is designed to help to develop both the motor and social skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. 

 

The Library has open hours for tech assistance! Ask a tech related question and receive one-on-one help, or use our new VHS to DVD converter located in our brand new Tech Center. No appointment necessary. 

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Teens entering grades 6-12 can join us in the Teenscape for console, computer, and tabletop board games. Each month we will feature a new or classic game to try. Learn something new or play a favorite with a friend. Featured games for fall include:

• Sept 27: Machi Koro
• Oct 25: Betrayal at the House on the Hill
• Nov 29: Donner Dinner Party
• Dec 27: Code Monkey Island

This is an inclusive event and teens of all ability levels are welcome to attend. Please contact the library if you have any questions or requests for communication accommodations and other accommodations.

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library

Receive one-on-one technology help from a tech savvy staff member Just call, or stop by the library to schedule your free 20 minute session.

This meeting/program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library

Storytime for our littlest listeners!  Join us for this drop-in program for children ages 0 to 24 months and a caregiver. Babies enjoy nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, finger plays and movements.  Space is limited to the first 12 children.     *After storytime, open play time will be offered, giving children a chance to learn social skills and adults to connect with other caregivers.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Join us each month to play The Settlers of Catan, an award-winning game of discovery, settlement, and trade. Bring your own Catan board or use ours. A junior version of the game will also be available.  Don't know how to play yet? Don't worry! We'll have experts on hand to help facilitate. This is your chance to learn the European board game that has sold nearly 30 million copies in 30 different languages! 

LEGO and other board games will be available to play too.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Leadership & School Readiness Meeting for overall initiative in Groton 

Just for you and your toddler! Children ages 2-3 and their caregiver are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers, and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills.  

Enjoy themed reads with your teen! Pick books that match the monthly theme, then join us for a discussion. Meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m.

September 4 - Favorite Summer Reads
October 2 - Friendship
November 6 - Food and Hunger
December 4 - Best Books for Gifting

This is an inclusive event and teens of all ability levels are welcome to attend. Please contact the library if you have any questions or requests for communication accommodations and other accommodations.

Join us for an active music enriched program open to all! Sing & Stomp is an noisy half hour of songs, dance and fingerplays. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child in following directions, exploring rhyme and rhythm, and creative play.

Join us for a music enriched program open children with special needs. Sing & Stomp is an active half hour of songs, dance and fingerplays! Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child in following directions, exploring rhyme and rhythm, and creative play.

Stop by the Groton Senior Center to receive help with their computers, phones and devices from a teen volunteer. Teens are invited to volunteer and can contact Ms. Jessa at the Groton Public Library for applications. Seniors are encouraged to register with the Groton Senior Center. This program meets at the Groton Senior Center.

Registration is required. Visit the website www.ctadoptions.org or call 860-886-7500 x 5355.

*This program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library

Children ages 3+ and their caregiver, are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. This class is designed to help to develop both the motor and social skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. 

 

Like to make crafts? Then join the Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library for Crafting for Cause. At these fun-filled events we'll make cool crafts using a variety of mediums. There's just one catch--you can't keep what you make! The crafts are given away to area senior citizens, veterans, homebound individuals, and nursing home residents. It's art from the heart! 

The Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library is a members-only group of young people who organize service projects and fundraisers that benefit the Library and the community.

Not yet a member of the Junior Friends? Just pick up a membership application at the Library. Membership is free and includes a membership card and invitations to all the Junior Friends’ meetings and special events. Becoming a Junior Friend is a great way to show your appreciation for the Groton Public Library and give something back to the community.

For more information, contact Miss Kim at kbalentine@groton-ct.gov or 860-441-6750.

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

The Groton Family Support Center, a division of the Town of Groton Human Services, invites you to attend a monthly support group for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. This group meets the first Thursday of each month and includes guest speakers, resources, and answers to all your questions.

The Groton Family Support Center, a division of the Town of Groton Human Services, invites you to attend a monthly support group for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. This group meets the first Thursday of each month and includes guest speakers, resources, and answers to all your questions.

This meeting/program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

This event is sponsored by the Groton Town Council 

Earn up to 2 hours of service by helping with projects and events at the library! Sign up at grotonpl.org, select the Teen Page and click SignUp. 

October 6 - Fall Festival
November 10 - Escape Room
December 8 - Craft Bazaar

This is an inclusive event and teens of all ability levels are welcome to attend. Please contact the library if you have any questions or requests for communication accommodations and other accommodations.

Just for you and your toddler! Children ages 2-3 and their caregiver are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers, and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills.  

Facebook is for branding, community-building, and customer engagement that may lead to sales. There are benefits but also misconceptions about having an active social media strategy for your business. Our community education specialist will teach you how to start a business page and understand the difference between a business page and a personal page. You’ll also learn the difference between a social media presence and a social media strategy. Space is limted, and registration is required, please sign up online, or call the library at 860-441-6750. This program is presented by Chelsea Groton Bank. 

How to be a Writer: Getting Started is Easier than You Think hosted by local author Susan Kietzman.

This will be a 90-minute class, starting at 7 p.m. and ending at 8:30 p.m.

Discussion with writing prompts/exercises, participants should bring along a notebook and pencil/pen and questions!

Join us for an active music enriched program open to all! Sing & Stomp is an noisy half hour of songs, dance and fingerplays. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child in following directions, exploring rhyme and rhythm, and creative play.

STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Experiment with fun new projects every month!  

This program is inclusive and teens of all ability levels are invited to participate. Please contact the library for information about accommodations.  

~Lilac Girls By Martha Hall Kelly
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • For readers of The Nightingale and Sarah’s Key,inspired by the life of a real World War II heroine, this remarkable debut novel reveals the power of unsung women to change history in their quest for love, freedom, and second chances.

New York socialite Caroline Ferriday has her hands full with her post at the French consulate and a new love on the horizon. But Caroline’s world is forever changed when Hitler’s army invades Poland in September 1939—and then sets its sights on France.

Children ages 3+ and their caregiver, are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. This class is designed to help to develop both the motor and social skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. 

 

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Join us for a night of networking and career exploration! Teens and adults are invited to explore the different branches of the military and meet professionals currently working in the field. Representatives from all levels and branches will be present to answer questions, share stories, and network. This is not a recruiting event, rather an educational one. 

This is an inclusive event and attendees of all ability levels are welcome to attend. Please contact the library if you have any questions or requests for communication accommodations and other accommodations.

This meeting/program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

This program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

If you work with large amounts of data, then Excel is the answer to all your problems.  In this beginner’s class we will discuss the basic layout of the screen and learn where to locate various commands. Gain hands-on experience in creating basic and complex formulas that will help you in developing a firm foundation for all of your Excel skills. Find templates, discover functions, and learn how to format your spreadsheets in order to make them the best that they can be. Space is limited, and registration is required. Reserve your spot by calling the Library at 860-441-6750 or by registering on the Library’s online calendar.

~~The Groton Public Library has been chosen to partner with Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Digital Concert Network to offer broadcasts of concerts held at Lincoln Center in New York City.  The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, led by Wynton Marsalis, is made up of 15 of the finest soloists, ensemble players, and arrangers in jazz music today.

Gary Buttery, Adjunct Associate Professor of Music and Director of Bands and Jazz ensembles and tuba and euphonium Instructor at Connecticut College will act as Jazz Ambassador for the series.  He will present an engaging 10 – 15 minute pre-concert lecture about the instrumentation, the music and the composer.

October's concert is Spaces and combines modern dance with big band jazz in a playful and wildly entertaining exploration of the animal kingdom. Appropriate for all ages in spirit and years, this special concert is the debut performance of a previously unfinished work. Composed with the concept of an “animal ballet” in mind, Wynton Marsalis’ Spaces will attempt to recapture the natural fascination we have with the sounds and movements of animals.

Join the Circle of Friends at their Monthly Meetup. Learn about upcoming events and brainstorm ways to support the Groton Public Library and its community. New members can join on the spot. There is no cost to join. Be a Friend and start making a difference today!

For more information, contact Miss Kim at 860-441-6750 or kbalentine@groton-ct.gov.

Local author Bernie Boylan will be available to talk about and sell his books.

Boylan is a survivor of the infantry, Ivy League, divorce, business, and smears.  He has wrtitten 130 books since retirement.  Books will be sold for $4 each and proceeds will be shared with the library.

His books include The Clam Digger, Marice/Marcel, Brad, Bruce and Joan, Friends in the Twilight, God Created a Wildflower. Passing the Baton, Memories of Three Women and Interruptions in Life.

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Storytime for our littlest listeners!  Join us for this drop-in program for children ages 0 to 24 months and a caregiver. Babies enjoy nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, finger plays and movements.  Space is limited to the first 12 children.     *After storytime, open play time will be offered, giving children a chance to learn social skills and adults to connect with other caregivers.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Just for you and your toddler! Children ages 2-3 and their caregiver are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers, and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills.  

Homeschool families are welcome to get creative in the Children's Activity Room today between the hours of 1:30 and 3:00 PM. We'll provide a variety of craft supplies and art tools--you supply the imagination. No samples, no instructions, no rules-just create! Registration is not required for this event but supplies are limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information on this program, contact Miss Kim at 860-441-6750 or kbalentine@groton-ct.gov.

Join us in the Teenscape for a showing of your favorite recent releases! Teens will vote between Rampage, Pacific Rim, and Ready Player One. All movies shown in the Teenscape are rated PG-13 or below. 

This is an inclusive event and teens of all ability levels are welcome to attend. Please contact the library if you have any questions or requests for communication accommodations and other accommodations.

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

As a business, you can engage with millions of people who use Pinterest every day to discover, save and do things that inspire them. Using Pinterest helps you reach new customers, drive traffic back to your website and work on projects together. Come learn how Pinterest can work for your business. Space is limited, and registration is required. Please sign up online, or by contacting the library at 860-441-6750. This program is presented by Chelsea Groton Bank.

~“The Stone Walls of Autumn” presented by professor Robert M. Thorson, the author of Stone by Stone: The Magnificent History in New England’s Stone Walls (Walker, 2002), a nonfiction bestseller and winner of the Connecticut Book Award
 
Robert M. Thorson is Professor of Geology at the University of Connecticut where he juggles teaching, scholarship, and service within the Center for Integrative Geosciences, the Honors Program, the American Studies Program, the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, and the Department of Anthropology. Originally an Alaskan field geologist, he gradually metamorphosed into a New England professor, author, speaker,  journalist, and consultant.
 
 
 
https://stonewall.uconn.edu/#
 

Join us for an active music enriched program open to all! Sing & Stomp is an noisy half hour of songs, dance and fingerplays. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child in following directions, exploring rhyme and rhythm, and creative play.

Love the Library? Want to lend a hand to make it even better? Then join the Junior Friends at one of their monthly Library Helper Days! During this busy hour, the Junior Friends will assist Library Staff in a variety of projects including preparing craft and program materials, dusting and light cleaning, straightening shelves, special event preparation, and recycling.

The Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library is a members-only youth service group who organize projects and fundraisers that benefit the Library and the community.

Not yet a member of the Junior Friends? Just pick up a membership application in the Children’s Room. Membership includes a membership card, special gift, and invitations to all the Junior Friends’ meetings and special events. Becoming a Junior Friend is a great way to show your appreciation for the Groton Public Library and give something back to the community.

For more information, contact Miss Kim at 860-441-6750 or kbalentine@groton-ct.gov.

*This program/meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library

*This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library

Children ages 3+ and their caregiver, are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. This class is designed to help to develop both the motor and social skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. 

 

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Now that you know the basics, you can dive right in to the more advanced features of Excel. In this hands-on class we gain real life experience by manipulating premade spreadsheets. Learn the difference between Relative and Absolute cell references, how to search the Function Library, and of course the ins and outs of sorting and filtering. This class is designed for users who have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel. Space is limited, and registration is required. Reserve your spot by calling the Library at 860-441-6750 or by registering on the Library’s online calendar.

Join the Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library for Bumpers & Books, a festive twist on a traditional trunk-or-treat event. The Junior Friends and their families, as well as Library staff and town employees, will be on hand in the Library's back parking lot to give out treats from the trunks of their decorated vehicles. The twist? All the vehicles will be decorated in author and book-related themes! From Olivia to The Babysitters Club, don't miss this boo-ktacular event! There will be crafts and games  and vendors too! A prize will be awarded to the best decorated trunk.

Bumpers n' Books is free and open to the public. Children are encouraged to dress in book- or author-related costumes to add to the festivities. The rain date for the event is Saturday, October 27th from 11:00 AM--1:00 PM.

If you’re interested in decorating your vehicle for display or donating candy and treats, please contact Miss Kim at 860-441-6750 or just visit our online sign-up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0445aaa723a1fd0-20181

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Storytime for our littlest listeners!  Join us for this drop-in program for children ages 0 to 24 months and a caregiver. Babies enjoy nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, finger plays and movements.  Space is limited to the first 12 children.     *After storytime, open play time will be offered, giving children a chance to learn social skills and adults to connect with other caregivers.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Just for you and your toddler! Children ages 2-3 and their caregiver are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers, and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills.  

Tired of paying for cable, but don’t know what the alternatives are? Discover the ins and outs of streaming services in this class. Learn what type of equipment you need to get started, along with what internet plans work best for your streaming needs. Take a closer look at what streaming services are available and how to use them. Space is limited, and registration is required. Reserve your spot by calling the Library at 860-441-6750 or by registering on the Library’s online calendar.

This meeting/program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Homeschooled children ages 7-12 are invited to expand their art know-how and creativity in a side-by-side art class for children and their parents or caregivers. We'll discover a different artist, work of art, or technique at each event and then create our own masterpieces. Don't miss these fun-filled art-ventures! For more information, contact Miss Kim at 860-441-6750 or kbalentine@groton-ct.gov.

Join us for an active music enriched program open to all! Sing & Stomp is an noisy half hour of songs, dance and fingerplays. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child in following directions, exploring rhyme and rhythm, and creative play.

Children ages 3+ and their caregiver, are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. This class is designed to help to develop both the motor and social skills necessary for kindergarten readiness. 

 

Teens entering grades 6-12 can join us in the Teenscape for console, computer, and tabletop board games. Each month we will feature a new or classic game to try. Learn something new or play a favorite with a friend. Featured games for fall include:

• Sept 27: Machi Koro
• Oct 25: Betrayal at the House on the Hill
• Nov 29: Donner Dinner Party
• Dec 27: Code Monkey Island

This is an inclusive event and teens of all ability levels are welcome to attend. Please contact the library if you have any questions or requests for communication accommodations and other accommodations.

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library

In this hands-on class we will explore the possibilities of making data visually appealing through the use of charts and graphs.  Participants will also be able to learn how to create pivot tables that enable users to take large data sets and organize them into smaller more manageable spreadsheets. This class is designed for users who have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel. Space is limited, and registration is required. Reserve your spot by calling the Library at 860-441-6750 or by registering on the Library’s online calendar.

Join the Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library for Bumpers & Books, a festive twist on a traditional trunk-or-treat event. The Junior Friends and their families, as well as Library staff and town employees, will be on hand in the Library's back parking lot to give out treats from the trunks of their decorated vehicles. The twist? All the vehicles will be decorated in author and book-related themes! From Olivia to The Babysitters Club, don't miss this boo-ktacular event! There will be crafts and games  and vendors too! A prize will be awarded to the best decorated trunk.

Bumpers n' Books is free and open to the public. Children are encouraged to dress in book- or author-related costumes to add to the festivities. The rain date for the event is Saturday, October 27th from 11:00 AM--1:00 PM.

If you’re interested in decorating your vehicle for display or donating candy and treats, please contact Miss Kim at 860-441-6750 or just visit our online sign-up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0445aaa723a1fd0-20181

Storytime for our littlest listeners!  Join us for this drop-in program for children ages 0 to 24 months and a caregiver. Babies enjoy nursery rhymes, simple stories, songs, finger plays and movements.  Space is limited to the first 12 children.     *After storytime, open play time will be offered, giving children a chance to learn social skills and adults to connect with other caregivers.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Looking for work? Join the club! Ask our staff for advice on everything related to the job search including:

• Job applications
• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interview skills

This is a drop-in program, so appointments are not required.

Thames Area Citizen Advocacy Program 

This meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

Just for you and your toddler! Children ages 2-3 and their caregiver are invited to explore, learn, and play by using stories, hands-on activities, music, crafts and more. Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers, and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills.  

This meeting/program is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library 

LinkedIn is a powerful networking tool for business people that most don't use to the full potential. This class will help you get past "Well, I logged in" and help make the site really work for you. Space is limited, and registration is required. Please sign up online, or contact the library at 860-441-6750. This program is presented by Chelsea Groton Bank.

Join us for an active music enriched program open to all! Sing & Stomp is an noisy half hour of songs, dance and fingerplays. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child in following directions, exploring rhyme and rhythm, and creative play.

Get ready for trick-or-treating with a face painting contest. Drop in with a friend, and compete to see who can design the most artistic or scariest makeup. Costumes are encouraged, but not required.  Winners will receive a small prize. All supplies will be provided.

This is an inclusive event and teens of all ability levels are welcome to attend. Please contact the library if you have any questions or requests for communication accommodations and other accommodations.

The Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library are helping pets in need and you can too--take part in their Pet Food Drive! Drop off new, unopened cans and bags of dog and cat food to the Groton Public Library by November 21st. The donations will benefit the Connecticut Humane Society. ‘Tis the season for giving. Don’t forget our four-legged friends!

The program/meeting is not sponsored by the Groton Public Library