Summer Reading Kickoff on Make Music Day

Wed., June 21, 6 pm

“Submerge Yourself in Reading” with a family-friendly musical performance by Simply Enchanted, featuring the Little Mermaid and Wayfinder! Dance and sing along to your favorite songs in this enchanted evening under the sea. Bring your cameras for photos following the performance. Sponsored by the Circle of Friends.

Summer Supper Club

Pick Up: Thurs., June 1

Meet Up: Wed., June 14, 6 PM

Choose from a display of cookbooks labeled with appetizer, side dish, entrée, or dessert; available while supplies last. Bring your book and your creation to our Meet & Eat to share your culinary experiences.

PeaceLove Art: Gratitude Gardens

Mon., June 5, 5:30 PM

Take some time to reflect on what you are grateful for in this creative workshop.

Presented by Laura Cotto of Nurturing Families and sponsored by Yale-New Haven Health, Lawrence and Memorial Hospital, and the CT Office of Early Childhood.

Registration Required

At the Beach Book Bundles

Get ready for summer—let us match you with a book set at the beach! Bundles include a new book, as well as small gifts and treats.

Readers will be contacted via email when their beach read is ready for pickup. One bundle per person (teen or adult), while supplies last. Participants must have an active library card.

Register By June 14

Stretching Your Food Dollars

Thurs., June 8, 6 PM

Learn how to make the most of the grocery items you have on hand by stocking a useful pantry, buying in bulk, menu planning, and turning leftovers into delicious new meals. Presented by Dana Parfitt and sponsored by the Circle of Friends.

Registration Required

Third Annual Groton Outdoor Market & Classic Car Cruise

Sat., June 10, 12-5 PM

Join us on the grassy area at the entrance of the Thrive55+/Library parking lot for craft vendors, antiques, and food for sale as well as activities for children. Shop the Circle of Friends’ “name your own price” book sale. The classic car cruise and music kick off at 2 p.m.

Enjoying Nature Safely:

Ticks & Tick-Borne Diseases

Tues., June 27, 6:30 PM

Cindy Barry, Senior Health Program Coordinator at Ledge Light Health District, will give a presentation on the state of ticks and tick-borne diseases in our area and what can be done to protect ourselves, our children, and our pets.

Family Grab & Go: Nautical Shapes

Grab: Pick up a wooden anchor, ship's wheel, or fish during regular Library hours on Friday, June 2, available while supplies last.

Go: Bring your nautical shape home and decorate it using your own supplies and talent. Be creative! 

Return your completed design by June 16. They will be on display through the end of our Summer Reading Program in August. One crafter will win a Library swag bag.

Author Talks

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium and sponsored by the Circle of Friends.

- June 7: Dr. Mike Rucker
- June 15: Jamie Beck
- June 28: Tananarive Due

Register for these events, as well as view upcoming and past author talks at libraryc.org/grotonlibrary.

Learn More

Save the Date! Scholastic Book Fair: July 1-22

Shop from a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for all reading levels. Proceeds benefit the Library’s Summer Reading program.

Adult Programs

Morning Matinee

Tues., June 6, 9:30 AM

80 for Brady (PG-13)

Join us for a movie, freshly-popped popcorn, and ice-cold lemonade.

Fiber Arts Group

Tues., June 6, 6 PM

Bring a project to work on and join us for a relaxing and creative evening. All levels are welcome!

GPL Book Group

Tues., June 13, 6:30 PM

The Last Thing He Told Me

by Laura Dave

Copies are available at the library.

Circle of Friends Monthly Meetup

THURS., JUNE 15, 4 PM

Learn about all of the wonderful things the Friends do to support our Library.

Learn to Play: Catan Seafarers Expansion

Tues., June 20, 5:30 PM

Learn how to play our title game or bring your own for an evening of board game fun. Ages 18+

Not Your Mother’s Book Group

Wed., June 28, 6:30 PM

Theme: "Our Eras"

Meet up with other Millennials and Gen Z-ers (ages 21-40) to socialize, play games, and talk about books!

Teen Events

Teen Volunteer Training

Tues., june 20, 6 PM & thurs., june 22, 6 PM

Teen volunteers must attend one of these training dates. In each session, we will learn about:

- The available positions and their assigned duties
- The sign-up & check-in process for volunteer shifts

Training will be followed by a quick orientation.

Techy Teens & Savvy Seniors

Mon., June 26, 11 AM

Teen volunteers will be at Thrive55+ to offer tech help for computers, phones, or tablets. Seniors and retirees are encouraged to register with Thrive55+. Teens can contact Ms. Jessa.

Club 306

Wed., June 28, 3:30 PM

A social group for teens and tweens that celebrates and supports the LGBTQIA+ community.

Summer Reading Support

Thurs., June 29, 2 PM

Teen volunteers can stop by to help support our summer reading program with craft prep, decorating, putting together prizes, and more.

Aquatic Arts & Crafts

Thurs., June 29, 3 PM

Join us this summer for crafting based on water, waves, and whimsy!

Children's & Family Events

Read with Dune

Sat., May 6, 10 AM

Stop by the Children's Room for a chance to read to our local therapy dog, Dune! First-come, first-served.

Crafty Kids

Sat., June 3, 10 AM

Drop in the Children’s Room and get crafty! Available while supplies last.

Stem Grab & Go

Fri., June 16

Pick up a kit to experiment and

explore different science topics; available while supplies last. Ages 5+

Sponsored by CT Humanities.

Children's Grab & Go Craft

Mon., June 26

Bags include most of the supplies you need, plus instructions, while supplies last. Recommended for ages 5+

Babies & Books

Tues., June 27, 10 AM

Storytime for ages birth-2.

Register by phone or online starting at 12 p.m. one week prior to the class.

Summer Stories

Wed., June 28, 10 AM

Story time for all! Children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, fingerplays, bounces, and more.

Fun Friday: Legos

Fri., June 30, 10 AM

We supply the LEGO bricks, and you supply the imagination!

Children’s Book Bundles

The bundle of the month includes handpicked books, a small craft, and a list of suggested activities to do with the family. Participants must have an active library card; reserve online or call the Library.

Junior Friends Events

Library Helper Day

Tues., June 13, 4 PM

The Junior Friends will assist Library staff in a variety of projects.

Junior Friends Toiletry Drive

The Junior Friends are collecting unopened soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, and other travel-size products to donate to local shelters. Drop off toiletries to the collection bin through August 7.