Read Between the Vines Book Club

Our first meeting after our summer recess!Join us once a month at Rose Vineyards for our Read Between the Vines Book Club! Pick up a copy of the book at Smith or Atwater Library, or access the eBook version on Libby/Hoopla/Palace!Come to Rose Vineyards for a fun and liv......More

Our first meeting after our summer recess!Join us once a month at Rose Vineyards for our Read Between the Vines Book Club! Pick up a copy of the book at Smith or Atwater Library, or access the eBook version on Libby/Hoopla/Palace!Come to Rose Vineyards for a fun and lively discussion with other members in our community!Our featured book is, Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson! "We can’t choose what we inherit. But can we choose who we become?In present-day California, Eleanor Bennett’s death leaves behind a puzzling inheritance for her two children, Byron and Benny: a black cake, made from a family recipe with a long history, and a voice recording. In her message, Eleanor shares a tumultuous story about a headstrong young swimmer who escapes her island home under suspicion of murder. The heartbreaking tale Eleanor unfolds, the secrets she still holds back, and the mystery of a long-lost child challenge everything the siblings thought they knew about their lineage and themselves.Can Byron and Benny reclaim their once-close relationship, piece together Eleanor’s true history, and fulfill her final request to “share the black cake when the time is right”? Will their mother’s revelations bring them back together or leave them feeling more lost than ever?Charmaine Wilkerson’s debut novel is a story of how the inheritance of betrayals, secrets, memories, and even names can shape relationships and history. Deeply evocative and beautifully written, Black Cake is an extraordinary journey through the life of a family changed forever by the choices of its matriarch" - Goodreads.Participants must be age 21+Registration Required! Register online, or call 203-484-0469.

2 Valley Road, North Branford, CT, 06471, US

Engineering the World Around Us (Series Part 3 of 3)

A new generation of genetic tools has opened a pathway to improving the world around us.In this program, we focus on three potential uses of genetic engineering tools with the goal of reducing food toxicity, modifying disease-carrying insects to preserve an endangered s......More

A new generation of genetic tools has opened a pathway to improving the world around us.In this program, we focus on three potential uses of genetic engineering tools with the goal of reducing food toxicity, modifying disease-carrying insects to preserve an endangered species, and reviving an extinct animal - the wooly mammoth - to possibly aid in slowing permafrost thawing.The final session of a 3-Part Series!Presented by Personal Genetics Education & Dialogue

3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, 06472, US

Quilter's Club

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club!A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting! Newcomers welcome, and you're encouraged to bring your own materials.Registration encouraged, but not requi......More

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club!A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting! Newcomers welcome, and you're encouraged to bring your own materials.Registration encouraged, but not required.

1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT, 06471, US

Tots and Tunes

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.Siblings are welcome!This is a drop in program, registration is not required.Click Here to access the Spotify playlist!

3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, 06472, US

Dance Mode

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!This program is recommended for ages 18 months and up.Siblings are welcome!Registration is not required.Click Here to access the Spotify pl......More

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!This program is recommended for ages 18 months and up.Siblings are welcome!Registration is not required.Click Here to access the Spotify playlist!

1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT, 06471, US

Afternoon Little Makers

Come to the library for 30 minutes of making! Each Little Maker's session will have a simple craft activity that we do together. This month we will make an acorn handprint craft.Recommended ages 2-6Registration is Required

3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, 06472, US

Monday Night Mah Jongg

Want to Join?Monday Night Mah Jongg is for those looking to play the game with, or a group of players looking to join!Some previous knowledge or experience is required, but you don't need to be a pro! Beginners are welcome!Although this is not a instructional group, mem......More

Want to Join?Monday Night Mah Jongg is for those looking to play the game with, or a group of players looking to join!Some previous knowledge or experience is required, but you don't need to be a pro! Beginners are welcome!Although this is not a instructional group, members will be more than willing to give pointers while playing.What to BringFor those playing the American version of the game, you will need a current Mah Jongg card.If you have a Mah Jongg set, bring it! Not everyone needs one, but the more there are the better.Bring some friends to join, a good attitude, and spread the word!

3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, 06472, US

Little Makers

Come to the library for 30 minutes of making! Each Little Maker's session will have a simple craft activity that we do together. This week we will make a Fall windsock craft.Recommended ages 2-6Registration is Required

3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, 06472, US

Needle Arts

Enjoy the friendly camaraderie of your fellow artisans and join us on Wednesday mornings! Beginners are welcome. Knit, crochet, embroider, quilt -- all kinds of needle craft.No registration necessary.

1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT, 06471, US

Librarians in Training: Session 2 for 2nd - 5th graders

Please join us for our exciting new program - Librarians in Training, a 4 week program for kids in grades 2-5 who may want to work in a library someday! From learning what librarians do, to caring for the collection and creating events - this group-oriented experience w......More

Please join us for our exciting new program - Librarians in Training, a 4 week program for kids in grades 2-5 who may want to work in a library someday! From learning what librarians do, to caring for the collection and creating events - this group-oriented experience will build useful skills and show what it takes to be a librarian!NOTE - when you register here you are committing to all 4 sessions, since one meeting builds upon the next.We will meet on the following Wednesdays at alternating libraries:October 8 @ ATWATEROctober 15 @ SMITH **Light snacks will be served, please contact us if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions**

3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, 06472, US

Medicare 2026: Understanding Changes and Coverage Options

Mention the word Medicare and you’re likely to get a confused look in return. The Father/Daughter Team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier will help you navigate the complexities of Medicare in 2026, including the Parts (A – Hospital; B – Physician and Outpatient Coverage; D –......More

Mention the word Medicare and you’re likely to get a confused look in return. The Father/Daughter Team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier will help you navigate the complexities of Medicare in 2026, including the Parts (A – Hospital; B – Physician and Outpatient Coverage; D – Drug Coverage) and the important new changes to Medicare drug plans rolling out in 2026. They’ll walk you through the pros and cons of Medicare Supplement Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans, and help you understand IRMAA (Income Related Monthly Adjusted Amount), Medicare Savings Programs, and the importance of having a Medical Power of Attorney. This workshop is perfect for seniors, their adult children, and anyone who wants to understand how to make smart, informed decisions about Medicare in 2026.

1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT, 06471, US

Bowties and Books

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!This program is recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years with a parent or caregiver.Registration is not required.Click Here to access ......More

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!This program is recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years with a parent or caregiver.Registration is not required.Click Here to access the Spotify Playlist!

1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT, 06471, US

Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators

Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character o......More

Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States.The stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background, childhood, and the challenges and opportunities they met in pursuit of their goals. Featuring beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story!Register today to learn more about the rich history of Nuestra América!

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Make a Hat Pumpkin

What is a Hat Pumpkin, you ask? It's a pumpkin, made out of a hat! Please join us for this special DIY workshop! All you need to bring is your imagination. All materials providedPlease, only register for either Smith's or Atwater's session, not both. Thank you....More

What is a Hat Pumpkin, you ask? It's a pumpkin, made out of a hat! Please join us for this special DIY workshop! All you need to bring is your imagination. All materials providedPlease, only register for either Smith's or Atwater's session, not both. Thank you.

3 Old Post Road, Northford, CT, 06472, US

Quilter's Club

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club!A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting! Newcomers welcome, and you're encouraged to bring your own materials.Registration encouraged, but not requi......More

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club!A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting! Newcomers welcome, and you're encouraged to bring your own materials.Registration encouraged, but not required.

1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT, 06471, US