While we wait for the extensive repair, cleanup, and other associated work to be completed on the library’s lower level, a small browsable children's collection has been temporarily set up on the first floor.

If you would like to share your feedback of what a reimagined children’s library could be, we invite you to join us in-person on either Thursday November 10th at 6:00 pm (click to register) or Saturday November 12th at 9:30 am (click to register).

Women's Work in WWII:

Author Talk with John Cilio

Thursday, November 10 at 6:30 PM

Hear author John Cilio as he shares vintage images and stories about how women working in WWII changed today’s workplace. Based on his sixth book, Women's Work in WWII: Millions of Working Women Break Down the Barriers of Gender Discrimination, he will discuss how these women contributed greatly to the U.S. workforce.

This program will take place over Zoom. Click here to register.

Cut the Cord!

Monday, November 14 at 6:30 PM

Instead of overpaying for a massive selection of channels you never watch, discover how easy it is to choose the services you want using your existing internet connection. In this session we discuss services, equipment, and how to save money!

This program will take place over Zoom. Click here to register.

Veteran's Day Virtual Art Program

Tuesday, November 15 at 6:30 PM

Jane Oneail of Culturally Curious will present War and Peace and Winslow Homer: The Civil War and Its Aftermath. Winslow Homer was on the front lines of the Civil War documenting battles and moments of quiet contemplation in scenes that have come to define the conflict.

This program will take place over Zoom. Click here to register.

Native American Sites in Connecticut

Thursday, November 17 at 6:30 PM

Renowned former State Archeologist Nick Bellantoni will talk about Native American Archaeology in Connecticut. Native Americans have been in Connecticut for at least 11,000 years. This lecture is an overview of the Native American settlements in the state from the earliest known site to

today, based on archaeological evidence.

This program will take place over Zoom. Click here to register.

Shoreline Ringers Handbell Concert

Saturday, November 26 at 2:00 PM

Start the winter holiday season with this lively and entertaining concert featuring a quartet of handbells. This performance will include a variety of music and some Q&A between songs. Founded in 2006, the Shoreline Ringers have thrilled audiences through concerts and educational events - even performing at Carnegie Hall and with the US Coast Guard Band! We hope you will join us in the Town Council Chambers and “ring” in the season together!

This is an in-person program. Click here to register.