Flat Stanley on Display in the SFL Stairwell Gallery

Experience the joy of childhood adventures! Join us for a retrospective exhibition celebrating the beloved Flat Stanley book series by local author Jeff Brown. Jeff and his family considered Stonington Borough their home away from home, and many of Flat Stanley’s advent......More

Experience the joy of childhood adventures! Join us for a retrospective exhibition celebrating the beloved Flat Stanley book series by local author Jeff Brown. Jeff and his family considered Stonington Borough their home away from home, and many of Flat Stanley’s adventures were inspired by the seaside. Discover the story behind this iconic series and learn how Jeff Brown inspired generations of young readers through literacy, curiosity, and cultural exploration. Books are available for check out and kids of all ages are welcome to join the fun by coloring and cutting out their own Flat Stanley. This fun activity will be available in the children’s room until July 31. The exhibit will be open during business hours. Opening reception will take place on July 2 at 5:30. Gather in the stairwell or take the elevator down to the children’s room. All are welcome!

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

2026 LOVE Where You Read - Freedom to Read Poster Contest

Now accepting submissions through September 25th! EXHIBITION The LOVE Where You Read Art Contest challenges students and local artists (ages 15 and up) to design an original poster that explores the theme “America 250: Freedom to Read.” Libraries have long served as pla......More

Now accepting submissions through September 25th! EXHIBITION The LOVE Where You Read Art Contest challenges students and local artists (ages 15 and up) to design an original poster that explores the theme “America 250: Freedom to Read.” Libraries have long served as places where people can discover new ideas, learn from different perspectives, and access information freely. This year’s contest asks artists to reflect on the role of reading, learning, and libraries in a free society. Your artwork might explore questions such as: What does the freedom to read mean to you?How do libraries help strengthen our communities and democracy?How has access to books, information, and ideas shaped America over the past 250 years?What role will reading and lifelong learning play in America’s future?GOAL LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top winner will win $250! JURORS​ Selections will be made by the friendly staff at SFL. The selection process will be a blind selection with jurors submitting via ballot. Artists will be notified via email by September 30, 2026 if their piece is chosen for the exhibit. ELIGIBILITY This contest/exhibition is open to artists AGES 15 TO ADULT. Artists younger than 15 are welcome to submit and will be featured on a special artist wall as part of the exhibition but will not be juried. The​ ​following​ ​information​ ​is​ ​required​ ​for​ ​submission​: Name,​ ​address​,​ ​telephone,​ ​e-mail.Up​ ​to​ ​2 ​works​ ​total​ ​may​ ​be​ ​submitted.Images​ submitted digitally must be JPEG or PNG and sent to [email protected] with the subject line:2026 SFL LOVE WHERE YOU READ/FREEDOM TO READ, [Artist’s Name], image titleOriginal work may also be submitted in person (Stonington Free Library – 20 High Street, Stonington CT)Artwork must be on paper or flat surface and no larger that 11.5″x17.5″IMPORTANT​ ​DATES​: Now until September 25:​ ​​​Entries​ emailed to [email protected] 29-30: Notification​ ​of​ ​acceptance or rejection sent via emailOctober 1-​​​December 30: 2026 LOVE WHERE YOU READ EXHIBIT on displayJanuary 7: Pick up party! Artworks and prizes will be ready for pick-up.For​ ​questions,​ ​contact​ ​[email protected] ​or​ ​call​ ​860-535-0658PERMISSION​ ​AND​ ​COPYRIGHT By​ ​submitting​ ​an​ ​entry,​ ​the​ ​Artist​ ​grants​ ​permission​ for the Stonington Free Library to ​use​ ​the accepted​ ​image​ ​on​ ​its​ ​website​, brochures,​ ​promotional​ ​materials,​ ​merchandise and​ ​publicity​ ​about​ ​the​ ​exhibition and library, both​ ​physical​ ​and​ ​virtual.​ ​Every​ ​effort​ ​will​ ​be​ ​made​ ​to​ ​maintain​ ​quality​ ​true​ ​to​ ​the​ ​submitted​ ​image,​ ​recognizing​ ​that​ ​the​ ​print or​ ​electronic​ ​medium​ ​may​ ​affect​ ​how​ ​the​ ​viewer​ ​receives​ ​the​ ​image.​ ​Artist​ ​will​ ​be​ ​given​ ​attribution​ ​for​ ​the​ ​work. The​ ​Artist​ ​hereby​ ​certifies​ ​that​ ​he​ ​or​ ​she​ ​holds​ ​the​ ​copyright​ ​for​ ​this​ ​material​ ​and​ ​the​ ​copyright​ ​remains​ ​with​ ​said​ ​Artist. SFL​ ​will​ ​display​ ​a​ ​notice​ ​that​ ​material​ ​must​ ​not​ be​ ​“downloaded”​ ​or​ ​copied,​ ​but​ ​will​ ​not​ ​be​ ​held responsible​ ​if​ ​artwork​ ​is​ ​copied. By​ submitting your artwork and/or ​signing​ ​this​ ​agreement,​ ​the​ ​Artist​ ​acknowledges​ ​and​ ​understands​ ​the​ ​above​ ​provisions​ ​and​ ​has​ ​read​ ​and​ ​agreed​ ​with​ ​the provisions​ set by the contest.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Fall Drop-In Storytime

Join us every Monday at 10:30 for a fun morning of stories, songs, and crafts. Great for ages birth to preschool! No registration is required. Please note that there will note be a storytime on Monday, Oct. 12th (Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day) or on November 23.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Booked in the Borough - Writers Group

Booked in the Borough is a creative writing and supportive peer critique group for writers of all genres and experiences. Join librarian and writer, Karen Lindeborg, Monday Evenings in person or via ZOOM. Click HERE to register. For more information email karenl@stoning......More

Booked in the Borough is a creative writing and supportive peer critique group for writers of all genres and experiences. Join librarian and writer, Karen Lindeborg, Monday Evenings in person or via ZOOM. Click HERE to register. For more information email [email protected].

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Tech Help Tuesdays

Stonington Free Library is pleased to offer our patrons One-on-One Tech Help appointments every Tuesday. These trainings are designed to help familiarize patrons with common computer and internet functions in order to foster a greater level of digital literacy in our co......More

Stonington Free Library is pleased to offer our patrons One-on-One Tech Help appointments every Tuesday. These trainings are designed to help familiarize patrons with common computer and internet functions in order to foster a greater level of digital literacy in our community. For more information on these sessions please click HERE. To sign up for a tech help appointment click HERE.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Learn to Play Mahjong Series

Mahjong has arrived at SFL, and we’re looking for players! Learn the game through guided, hands-on instruction with Corinne Rossi in this five-session series. Once the learning sessions are complete, regular Mahjong game nights will be offered. Space is limited, and reg......More

Mahjong has arrived at SFL, and we’re looking for players! Learn the game through guided, hands-on instruction with Corinne Rossi in this five-session series. Once the learning sessions are complete, regular Mahjong game nights will be offered. Space is limited, and registration is required. Click HERE to reserve your spot!

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Knitting Group

On Wednesdays knitters of all skill levels are invited to meet in the main reading room from 1-3pm. To find out more information or to join the group via ZOOM you can email [email protected] or call 860-535-0658.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Club Crochet

Get Hooked! Let’s crochet! Bring your own project or join a guided monthly project while sharing tips, skills, and inspiration with others. Optional project kits will be available at cost for those participating in the guided projects. Each new project will have its own......More

Get Hooked! Let’s crochet! Bring your own project or join a guided monthly project while sharing tips, skills, and inspiration with others. Optional project kits will be available at cost for those participating in the guided projects. Each new project will have its own materials kit, available for purchase at cost through the library. We handle the shopping—you enjoy creating something to keep or gift. (Project costs to be determined.) Participants must be familiar with basic crochet stitches (chaining, single and double crochet). Space is limited! Sign up HERE!

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Cook the Book at Mystic Museum of Art

When: Wednesday, September 23 at 6 pmWhere: Mystic Museum of Art — 9 Water Street, Mystic CT We’re going Luxe CT this month and visiting Mystic Museum of Art where we will share our dishes from Family Style by Peter Som. Free admission between 5-6pm to the special exhib......More

When: Wednesday, September 23 at 6 pmWhere: Mystic Museum of Art — 9 Water Street, Mystic CT We’re going Luxe CT this month and visiting Mystic Museum of Art where we will share our dishes from Family Style by Peter Som. Free admission between 5-6pm to the special exhibition Luxe CT: Velvet Mills to Modern Runways. Books will be available at the library by August 26. RSVP HERE For more information, email [email protected].  

Mystic Museum of Art, 9 Water Street, Stonington, 06355, United States

The Citadel at SFL - Game Night

Game on! Head to the library for some fun with our friends from the Citadel Game Cellar. Game Ambassadors will be on hand to teach players how to play from a selection of board games provided. Drop-ins are welcome but RSVPs are appreciated! Sign up HERE.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Book Discussion with Tom Verde

Join author and journalist Tom Verde for a discussion of The Arrogant Ape: The Myth of Human Exceptionalism and Why It Matters by Harvard primatologist Christine Webb. This thought-provoking book challenges traditional ideas about human exceptionalism and explores our r......More

Join author and journalist Tom Verde for a discussion of The Arrogant Ape: The Myth of Human Exceptionalism and Why It Matters by Harvard primatologist Christine Webb. This thought-provoking book challenges traditional ideas about human exceptionalism and explores our relationship with the natural world. The book will be available at the Stonington Free Library, or you can purchase it at Bank Square Books. Read in advance and come ready to engage!

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Sip & Sign - Operation Fresh Start Fundraiser

Join us at the Stonington Free Library for Operation Fresh Start’s annual Sip & Sign Fundraiser! Spend the evening enjoying drinks, snacks, great conversation, and an inspiring lineup of authors as they share their latest books and projects. It’s a wonderful opportunity......More

Join us at the Stonington Free Library for Operation Fresh Start’s annual Sip & Sign Fundraiser! Spend the evening enjoying drinks, snacks, great conversation, and an inspiring lineup of authors as they share their latest books and projects. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet the authors, learn more about their work, and connect with fellow Operation Fresh Start supporters. What to ExpectMeet amazing authors and hear about their latest projectsEnjoy drinks and snacks while mingling with friends and fellow supportersA silent auction with many items generously donated by local businesses and individualsShop the authors’ books, which will be available for purchaseYour ticket includes one drink ticket with drinks provided by Rum Tropic Distillery, one raffle ticket and hors d’oeuvres. Come sip, mingle, discover a new favorite author, and support the work of Operation Fresh Start at the same time! We can’t wait to see you there! Purchase your tickets HERE!

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Fall Drop-In Storytime

Join us every Monday at 10:30 for a fun morning of stories, songs, and crafts. Great for ages birth to preschool! No registration is required. Please note that there will note be a storytime on Monday, Oct. 12th (Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day) or on November 23.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Booked in the Borough - Writers Group

Booked in the Borough is a creative writing and supportive peer critique group for writers of all genres and experiences. Join librarian and writer, Karen Lindeborg, Monday Evenings in person or via ZOOM. Click HERE to register. For more information email karenl@stoning......More

Booked in the Borough is a creative writing and supportive peer critique group for writers of all genres and experiences. Join librarian and writer, Karen Lindeborg, Monday Evenings in person or via ZOOM. Click HERE to register. For more information email [email protected].

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Tech Help Tuesdays

Stonington Free Library is pleased to offer our patrons One-on-One Tech Help appointments every Tuesday. These trainings are designed to help familiarize patrons with common computer and internet functions in order to foster a greater level of digital literacy in our co......More

Stonington Free Library is pleased to offer our patrons One-on-One Tech Help appointments every Tuesday. These trainings are designed to help familiarize patrons with common computer and internet functions in order to foster a greater level of digital literacy in our community. For more information on these sessions please click HERE. To sign up for a tech help appointment click HERE.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Learn to Play Mahjong Series

Mahjong has arrived at SFL, and we’re looking for players! Learn the game through guided, hands-on instruction with Corinne Rossi in this five-session series. Once the learning sessions are complete, regular Mahjong game nights will be offered. Space is limited, and reg......More

Mahjong has arrived at SFL, and we’re looking for players! Learn the game through guided, hands-on instruction with Corinne Rossi in this five-session series. Once the learning sessions are complete, regular Mahjong game nights will be offered. Space is limited, and registration is required. Click HERE to reserve your spot!

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Checkmate Society - A Chess Club for Kids Grades 6 & up

Sign up to participate in an ongoing, monthly meeting of the Checkmate Society. Players of all abilities in grades 6 & up will enjoy some fun time in front of the chess board learning how to play and making friends. Sign-up HERE. The group will meet in the LOWER LEVEL o......More

Sign up to participate in an ongoing, monthly meeting of the Checkmate Society. Players of all abilities in grades 6 & up will enjoy some fun time in front of the chess board learning how to play and making friends. Sign-up HERE. The group will meet in the LOWER LEVEL of the Stonington Free Library monthly from 5:30-6:30 on September 29, October 20, November 17, & December 15. Parents/Guardians must stay in the library. 

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Knitting Group

On Wednesdays knitters of all skill levels are invited to meet in the main reading room from 1-3pm. To find out more information or to join the group via ZOOM you can email [email protected] or call 860-535-0658.

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States

Club Crochet

Get Hooked! Let’s crochet! Bring your own project or join a guided monthly project while sharing tips, skills, and inspiration with others. Optional project kits will be available at cost for those participating in the guided projects. Each new project will have its own......More

Get Hooked! Let’s crochet! Bring your own project or join a guided monthly project while sharing tips, skills, and inspiration with others. Optional project kits will be available at cost for those participating in the guided projects. Each new project will have its own materials kit, available for purchase at cost through the library. We handle the shopping—you enjoy creating something to keep or gift. (Project costs to be determined.) Participants must be familiar with basic crochet stitches (chaining, single and double crochet). Space is limited! Sign up HERE!

Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT, 06378, United States