LaKisha Lee from Bethsaida Community Inc will be at the library to talk about resources available in New London.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

The Eastern Connecticut Ballet is hosting a monthly Creative Movement program for children 3 to 5 years old. This 45 minute program is an introduction to creative movement. During class we will read a story and then do 35 minutes of movement around the theme. Children must sign up for this program, space is limited. To register call the Children's room at 860-447-1411.

The 2018 Summer Reading program starts today and kicks off with Silly Song Sing-a-Long with Edward Leonard at 10:30am! The program will run from June 23 to August 18. Children entering K-6th grade can sign up online and log their reading electronically or can stop by the library to sign up and receive a paper reading log. Make sure you visit the library once a week to get a prize. Prizes will be changed weekly. If your child is not yet in kindergarten they can enter our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program.

For tweens and teens in 7th-12th grade they can sign up for the Teen Summer Reading Club. Every time they read a book or attend a library program they will receive a raffle ticket. The tickets can then be used to enter into several raffle baskets, one even includes an electric guitar!

The 2018 Summer Reading program starts today! The program will run from June 23 to August 18.

For tweens and teens entering 7th-12th grade they can sign up for the Teen Summer Reading Club. Every time they read a book or attend a library program they will receive a raffle ticket. The tickets can then be used to enter into several raffle baskets, one even includes an electric guitar!

Families with children of all ages are invited to come sing, dance and jump along to popular children's classics with Edward Leonard! He will have guitars, drums and a bag full of musical surprises. This program is free and requires no registration.

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children in 3rd - 6th grade can sign up for this special technology program! Each month we will explore something different. Children must sign up for each month, space is limited.

Get comfy with some popcorn and a movie at the library!

We will be watching August Rush.

All teens welcome, no registration required.

Have you ever wanted to explore your family history? Join the Genealogy Club to access genealogical resources and Ancestry.com. Let's learn our history together!

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut and are sponsored by New London Public Schools. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Movie & Munchies from Page to Screen! Join us at 1:00 pm to watch a family friendly movie. All movies are rated G or PG and a snack for children will be provided. This Summer we are showing movies that are based on books. Make sure to check out the book from the library before or after watching the film! Parents are required to stay in the room with their child. Families are invited to bring their own lunch or snacks.

6/27 The BFG
7/11 Charlotte's Web
7/18 Wonder
7/25 Paddington 2
8/01 The Jungle Book
8/08 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
8/15 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Join us to make some slime!

All teens welcome, no registration required, materials provided.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Come create a a delicious fruit salad with us!!

All teens welcome, no registration required.

Come try out Ozobots!

All teens welcome, materials provided.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Free 40 Minute yoga for all ages!

Healthy snack provided after session.

Recommendations:

• Attire can be athletic or loose comfortable clothing.
• Yoga mat or thick padding for kneeling if needed.

Although children are encouraged to participate there will be an optional activity table available while session occurs.

Register at: https://www.facebook.com/yogimommy247

Note: There will be an optional 10-minute meditation after practice for anyone interested.

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Come to Open Tech Hour at the library!  We will help all patrons with basic computer issues in a helpful and encouraging environment. 

During the designated hour, stop in to receive assistance with:

• Basic computer tasks: completing tasks in Microsoft Excel, Word; PowerPoint, and other computer software
• Basic computer, smartphone, and ereader questions
• Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks
• Creating email accounts
• Getting started with social media, such as Facebook or Twitter
• Completing online forms and applications (job applications, surveys, etc.)

Please remember to bring any needed logins and passwords. Also, if you are bringing in your own equipment, bring all needed parts including power cords and cables. We will not be able to provide computer accessories for your device.  Registration is not required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Spend a little quality time with your child while you learn a new skill--sewing!

Registration is required. Seats limited to 5.

Come to the library and create your very own album cover with us!!

All teens welcome, no registration required, materials provided.

Join the Women’s Business Development Council’s Founder & CEO, Fran Pastore, for a conversation on the importance of women’s entrepreneurship in Connecticut, and learn how women-owned businesses are fueling economic growth today.

A devoted catalyst for women, families and communities, Fran will share her personal journey as an entrepreneur in Connecticut. Leave with tips on what you can do to launch and build your own business. You will have the opportunity to meet WBDC’s business advisors.

About Women's Business Development Council:

Founded in 1997, The Women's Business Development Council provides the trailing, education and borrowing power necessary for women to launch and grow their businesses. Offices located in New London, Derby and Stamford. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut and are sponsored by New London Public Schools. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Movie & Munchies from Page to Screen! Join us at 1:00 pm to watch a family friendly movie. All movies are rated G or PG and a snack for children will be provided. This Summer we are showing movies that are based on books. Make sure to check out the book from the library before or after watching the film! Parents are required to stay in the room with their child. Families are invited to bring their own lunch or snacks.

7/11 Charlotte's Web
7/18 Wonder
7/25 Paddington 2
8/01 The Jungle Book
8/08 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
8/15 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Come join us with Bobby our awesome security guard and lear a little about the guitar. 

All teens welcome, no registration required. There will be a limited amount of guitars so this will be a first come first serve program.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

The Ready for Hire Employment workshops make up a 3 part series that focuses on developing skills that will help you land the job!

In the third interactive workshop, we will learn about effective interview techniques, how to market your skills and work experience, and how to avoid common interview mistakes. Practice what you learn through interactive sessions with the interview coach. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Let your child's creative energy run wild and explore their mind, body and spirit! Families with children of all ages can have a great time learning breathing techniques, meditation, self-awareness and healthy movement. No yoga experience is needed. Please bring your own yoga mat if you have one, we have a limited supply of mats.

Come test your cupcake decorating skills at the library if you dare!!!

All teens welcome, no registration required, materials provided.

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children in 3rd - 6th grade can sign up for this special technology program! Each month we will explore something different. Children must sign up for each month, space is limited.

Come to the teen section for a Riverdale themed scavengar hunt! There might even be milkshakes!!

All teens welcome, no registration required, materials provided.

 All meetings of the Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. There is time for public comment immediately after the meeting is called to order.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut and are sponsored by New London Public Schools. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Movie & Munchies from Page to Screen! Join us at 1:00 pm to watch a family friendly movie. All movies are rated G or PG and a snack for children will be provided. This Summer we are showing movies that are based on books. Make sure to check out the book from the library before or after watching the film! Parents are required to stay in the room with their child. Families are invited to bring their own lunch or snacks.

7/18 Wonder
7/25 Paddington 2
8/01 The Jungle Book
8/08 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
8/15 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Come to the library to see a screening of Black Panther in our Community Room!

Rated PG-13. Runtime 2hr 15min.

The Eastern Connecticut Ballet is hosting a monthly Creative Movement program for children 3 to 5 years old. This 45 minute program is an introduction to creative movement. During class we will read a story and then do 35 minutes of movement around the theme. Children must sign up for this program, space is limited. To register call the Children's room at 860-447-1411.

Come join us to create some beautiful art out of old CD's. 

All teens welcome, no registration required, materials provided.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Come get comfy with some popcorn and a movie at the library!

We will be watching Stomp the Yard.

All teens welcome, no registration required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut and are sponsored by New London Public Schools. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Movie & Munchies from Page to Screen! Join us at 1:00 pm to watch a family friendly movie. All movies are rated G or PG and a snack for children will be provided. This Summer we are showing movies that are based on books. Make sure to check out the book from the library before or after watching the film! Parents are required to stay in the room with their child. Families are invited to bring their own lunch or snacks.

7/25 Paddington 2
8/01 The Jungle Book
8/08 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
8/15 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

The New London Community Orchestra is pleased to offer free violin lessons at the Public Library of New London! The lessons will be 30 minutes long and held every Monday and Wednesday (you must commit to both days). You can sign up here!

Theresa Armendarez from Higher Edge will be at the library to talk about resources available in New London.

CONTACT:  Madhu Gupta  8604471411  mgupta@plnl.org
LOCATION: Adult Reading Area

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Instrument Free For All!! Come try out some instruments you may have played before and some you may have never heard of. There will be many instruments to choose from from a keyboard to a ukulele!

All teens welcome, no registration required, materials provided.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Come play instrument bingo! Hear an instrument and mark it off on your bingo card.

All teens welcome, no registration required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut and are sponsored by New London Public Schools. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Movie & Munchies from Page to Screen! Join us at 1:00 pm to watch a family friendly movie. All movies are rated G or PG and a snack for children will be provided. This Summer we are showing movies that are based on books. Make sure to check out the book from the library before or after watching the film! Parents are required to stay in the room with their child. Families are invited to bring their own lunch or snacks.

8/01 The Jungle Book
8/08 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
8/15 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This Wednesday, bring some friends and a competitive spirit for board game night!  Of course, our regular chess players are welcome as always. No registration is required.

Come join Christa to paint a picture, listen to music, and sip on some delicious sparkling juice.

All teens welcome, no registration required, materials provided.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children in 3rd - 6th grade can sign up for this special technology program! Each month we will explore something different. Children must sign up for each month, space is limited.

Come create some adorable plushies with socks, stuffing and a few stiches!

All teens welcome, registration is required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut and are sponsored by New London Public Schools. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Movie & Munchies from Page to Screen! Join us at 1:00 pm to watch a family friendly movie. All movies are rated G or PG and a snack for children will be provided. This Summer we are showing movies that are based on books. Make sure to check out the book from the library before or after watching the film! Parents are required to stay in the room with their child. Families are invited to bring their own lunch or snacks.

8/08 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
8/15 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

The Eastern Connecticut Ballet is hosting a monthly Creative Movement program for children 3 to 5 years old. This 45 minute program is an introduction to creative movement. During class we will read a story and then do 35 minutes of movement around the theme. Children must sign up for this program, space is limited. To register call the Children's room at 860-447-1411.

Think you know all the words to that song? Come test you music knowledge in a game of music jeopardy!

All teens welcome, no registration required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Visit the libray to attend a free hands-on African drumming workshop for children and their adults! Felicia Hurley will provide an array of djembes and supplemental African and Latin percussion instruments. You will be introduced to the instruments, taught some djembe patterns and then use those patterns to form memorable polyrthyms. Come experience the calming and mindfulness effects of drumming in this fun, interactive workshop for the whole family!

Children birth to 6 years old are invited to join us every Monday morning at 10:30am for story time fun. There will be books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more! This program will help teach children a love of learning. There will be a craft and playgroup immediately following the story time. 

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Need help creating a resume?  Interested in finally uploading all the photos from your smartphone to Facebook? Come to our One-on-One Technology Help session in the Adult reading area! Our library assistants will help all patrons with basic computer issues in a relaxing, helpful, and encouraging environment. 

Library tech assistants can provide assistance with:

• Basic computer tasks: completing tasks in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other basic computer software and hardware

• Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks

• Creating email accounts

• Getting started with social media, such as Facebook or Twitter

• Completing online forms and applications (job applications, surveys, etc.)

Our assistants can help with issues on our public laptops or on your own laptop or device. Registration is not required and walk-ins are welcome. Any tech help requiring more than 5 minutes of assistance can only be offered during this scheduled hour time period.

Library tech assistants cannot assist with computer viruses or major performance/hardware issues. Library tech assistants cannot help you make online purchases.

Please remember to bring any needed logins and passwords. Also, if you are bringing in your own equipment, bring all needed parts including power cords and cables. Library tech assistants will not be able to provide computer accessories for your device.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Our last scavenger hunt of the summer will be music themed! 

All teens welcome, no registration required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut and are sponsored by New London Public Schools. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Movie & Munchies from Page to Screen! Join us at 1:00 pm to watch a family friendly movie. All movies are rated G or PG and a snack for children will be provided. This Summer we are showing movies that are based on books. Make sure to check out the book from the library before or after watching the film! Parents are required to stay in the room with their child. Families are invited to bring their own lunch or snacks.

8/15 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Come  enjoy a piano performance with the Libraries own Alec Leshy! There will also be time for a Q and A where Alec can answer questions about performing around the world and playing music at a radio station! Light refreshments will be provided.

All teens wecome. No registration required.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children 18 and younger can visit the library every Monday-Friday between 1:00pm and 1:30pm to get a free, nutritious meal. All meals are provided by End Hunger Connecticut. The meals will be served and must be eaten in the Children's Room. On Wednesdays the meals will be served in the Community Room during Movie & Munchies.

Children of all ages can join us every Friday for a rocking activity. Every week there will be a different activity. You can look forward to music, games, crafts and more!

Want to find out if you won that raffle basket with the ELECTRIC GUITAR?? Want to eat some delicious ice cream too?? Come join us for our summer reading party send off!!

All teens welcome, no registration required.

 All meetings of the Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. There is time for public comment immediately after the meeting is called to order.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

The goals of One Book, One Region are to bring people together to discuss ideas, to broaden the appreciation of reading and to break down barriers among people.  This year's book is Exit West by Mohsin Hamid. The book discussion will be led by Faye Ringel

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

The Supper Book Club meets monthly, usually the second Monday of the month.

Book:  Exit West by  Moshin Hamid  This title is the

Restaurant: Saeed's Market 

Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back the evening of the book discussion.  Food is ordered from a local restaurant, often reflecting a theme in the book, and is delivered to the library. The menu is available at the Circulation Desk and is emailed to all club members. Selections from the menu should be made by 1:00 PM the day of the meeting and phoned or emailed to the library. Club members pay for their meal at the book club. Participants may also bring their own supper or snack. Water, coffee and tea are provided by the library. The facilitator for the evening provides dessert.

The Connecticut Authors Trail consists of a consortium of Eastern Connecticut Libraries who are constantly amazed at the variety of genres and diverse styles of writing among the authors who live in or are associated with the Nutmeg State. Beginning July 10, 2018 at 6:30 pm in Franklin (Town Hall) and ending September 20, 2018 at the Mohegan Sun, local authors will showcase their books and share their stories. 

Join us on Monday, September 10th as local author Richard Maule will be talking about his novel, "The Witch's Advocate." Maule tells the true story of a Quaker minister who stood up for civil rights of the accused witches in Salem, MA.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

 All meetings of the Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. There is time for public comment immediately after the meeting is called to order.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Did you know that the library has access to information on 100,000 grantmakers and more than 3 million grants?  Sign up for this class to learn how to access and harness this information for the greater good of your non profit organization.  Space is limited to 10 people and registration is required.

The buzzword in the nonprofit world is sustainability. Some think it’s a trap funders use to disqualify funding. In fact, it’s the best thing to happen to the nonprofit world!  By understanding both sides of the paradigm nonprofits and funders have the opportunity to better serve their communities, their individual mission AND create a stable sustainable funding foundation. Learn how to diversify your funding and how to discuss the true costs of creating a sustainable program/initiative with a funder.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

The Supper Book Club meets monthly, usually the second Monday of the month.

Book:  Hillbilly Elegy  by J.D. Vance

Restaurant:  TBD

Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back the evening of the book discussion.  Food is ordered from a local restaurant, often reflecting a theme in the book, and is delivered to the library. The menu is available at the Circulation Desk and is emailed to all club members. Selections from the menu should be made by 1:00 PM the day of the meeting and phoned or emailed to the library. Club members pay for their meal at the book club. Participants may also bring their own supper or snack. Water, coffee and tea are provided by the library. The facilitator for the evening provides dessert.

 All meetings of the Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. There is time for public comment immediately after the meeting is called to order.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

What will the future bring? Is your current path secure? Are there major changes in the offing that will dramatically impact your operations?  Imagining the future is only half of the equation.  Anticipating those changes and plotting your course for success will insure the sustainability and growth of your organization.    

In this interactive workshop, we'll walk through the planning process and help you rough out a high-level plan for your organization.  Topics will include:

• Truing Your Compass: Defining your organization's culture
• Imagining the Future: Techniques for exploring future possibilities
• Developing the Plan: Short-term priorities and long-term plan
• Making it Stick: Key indicators to track progress

Workshop Presenter: Tom Gezo, PMP is a business adviser and project management professional specializing in putting strategy into action. He is a Certified PMI Project Management Professional as well as a Stanford Certified Project Manager. Tom is the founder of TGBC: TGezo Business Consulting, LLC, a consulting practice powered by project management. He works with business leaders to set goals, define strategy and align their organization and activities to maximize performance. Learn more about Tom Gezo at TGezoBusinessConsulting.com.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

The Supper Book Club meets monthly, usually the second Monday of the month.

Book: TBD

Restaurant:  TBD

Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back the evening of the book discussion.  Food is ordered from a local restaurant, often reflecting a theme in the book, and is delivered to the library. The menu is available at the Circulation Desk and is emailed to all club members. Selections from the menu should be made by 1:00 PM the day of the meeting and phoned or emailed to the library. Club members pay for their meal at the book club. Participants may also bring their own supper or snack. Water, coffee and tea are provided by the library. The facilitator for the evening provides dessert.

Did you know that the library has access to information on 100,000 grantmakers and more than 3 million grants?  Sign up for this class to learn how to access and harness this information for the greater good of your non profit organization.  Space is limited to 10 people and registration is required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

 All meetings of the Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. There is time for public comment immediately after the meeting is called to order.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Join us for this library program featuring books, arts & crafts, movies and more for people with disabilities. This program presents an opportunity for the participants to continue pursuing their natural desire to learn, experience stories, and share opinions and feelings.

All materials provided and the program is free to attend.

Please let us know if you are bringing a group so that we can prepare accordingly. 

The Supper Book Club meets monthly, usually the second Monday of the month.

Book:  TBD

Restaurant:  TBD

Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back the evening of the book discussion.  Food is ordered from a local restaurant, often reflecting a theme in the book, and is delivered to the library. The menu is available at the Circulation Desk and is emailed to all club members. Selections from the menu should be made by 1:00 PM the day of the meeting and phoned or emailed to the library. Club members pay for their meal at the book club. Participants may also bring their own supper or snack. Water, coffee and tea are provided by the library. The facilitator for the evening provides dessert.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Join us for this library program featuring books, arts & crafts, movies and more for people with disabilities. This program presents an opportunity for the participants to continue pursuing their natural desire to learn, experience stories, and share opinions and feelings.

All materials provided and the program is free to attend.

Please let us know if you are bringing a group so that we can prepare accordingly. 

 All meetings of the Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. There is time for public comment immediately after the meeting is called to order.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Join us for this library program featuring books, arts & crafts, movies and more for people with disabilities. This program presents an opportunity for the participants to continue pursuing their natural desire to learn, experience stories, and share opinions and feelings.

All materials provided and the program is free to attend.

Please let us know if you are bringing a group so that we can prepare accordingly. 

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?

The library runs a weekly Chess Club and new members are welcome to join!

No registration required.

Join us for this library program featuring books, arts & crafts, movies and more for people with disabilities. This program presents an opportunity for the participants to continue pursuing their natural desire to learn, experience stories, and share opinions and feelings.

All materials provided and the program is free to attend.

Please let us know if you are bringing a group so that we can prepare accordingly.