Stonington Free Library (SFL) is pleased to announce new Board of Trustees leadership and members. At their annual meeting in July, the Board elected Kevin Bowdler as the new Board President, Betsy Bowman as Treasurer, Diana Beck as Secretary, and Allegra Griffiths as Vice-President. The Board also … READ MORE about Stonington Free Library Announces New Board Leadership
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NEED WIFI?
We now have WiFi inside and outside the building. It is easy to connect and no password required.
SALE SHELF
We now have a used book sale shelf! It is located with other SFL merchandise such as notecards, t-shirts, stickers, and more.
VISIT US ON SUNDAY
Did you know that we are open on Sundays now? Come visit between 10am and 3pm.
DO YOU NEED A LIBRARY CARD?
With a simple sign up you can access all of our library materials and services for FREE.
GET YOUR CARD HERE
PRESSREADER
PressReader is a website and app that gives SFL cardholders access to 7,000 magazines and newspapers from all over the world on any internet connected device.
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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Did you know we put out a monthly newsletter with all upcoming events and special highlights? You can read the current and back issues by visiting the link below. On the left hand side of the screen there is a drop down menu for NEWSLETTER ARCHIVES.
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WE LOAN PUZZLES!
Did you know we loan puzzles? Use your SFL card to check out a jigsaw puzzle from our collection for three weeks.
NEW: LinkedIn Learning
Learning and growth in your career (and in life!) is a journey and life-long process. Stonington Free Library is committed to the professional and personal development of our patrons and is now proud to offer LinkedIn Learning for free to all card holders!
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NINTENDO SWITCH GAMES
The Stonington Free Library is pleased to offer a new selection of popular video games and Nintendo Switch Lites. This project is made possible by a grant from the Association for Rural & Small Libraries through the generosity of a regional partner foundation.
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DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT
If you are a Charter Oak Credit Union Member, Charter Oak Credit Union will match all qualified* charitable donations YOU make between August 19, 2022 and November 26, 2022 to The Stonington Free Library.
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THE PALACE PROJECT
Palace is a free app replacing SimplyE and RBDigital. The app allows library patrons to access free ebooks and audiobooks from the Digital Public Library of America and additional collections.
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AUTHOR AND ARTIST TALK. EARTH AND SKY: NATURE MEDITATIONS IN WORD AND WATERCOLOR
A collaboration between friends, Earth and Sky is a beautiful collection of essays and paintings by author Judy Benson and artist Roxanne Steed.
IN PERSON AND ON YOUTUBE
STONINGTON HUMAN SERVICES BOOK GROUP
The Human Services Book Group will be meeting at Stonington Human Services to discuss American Dirt on October 21st from 12-1pm. Contact ivyhope@stoningtonfreelibrary.org for more information.
OCTOBER GRAB & GO LOLLIPOP GHOSTS
Stop in and pick up supplies to make your own spooky ghosts! Ages 3+,while supplies last.
FALL DROP IN STORYTIME
Drop In Storytime is BACK! We can't wait to see you at the library.
OCTOBER GRAB & GO ACTIVITY KIT FOR ADULTS: ACORN PUMPKINS
SFL is pleased to help grown ups nourish their creative energy with our Grab & Go Activity Bags for ADULTS - Acorn Pumpkins. Perfect for a fairy garden or other seasonal displays, these acorns can spread fall joy! Each kit contains orange and black paint, a paintbrush, acorns, and design ideas.
SFL THURSDAY AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP
"Alternating its present-day mystery with the story of the sisters' childhood and adolescence, Long Bright River is at once heart-pounding and heart-wrenching: a gripping suspense novel that is also a moving story of sisters, addiction, and the formidable ties that persist between place, family, and fate."
ARE ALL MECHANICS SCAMMERS? FINDING A GOOD MECHANIC
This class from Mechanic Shop Femme teaches car owners a systemic approach to finding a mechanic.
REGISTER IS REQUIRED
SFL HALLOWEEN OPEN MIC NIGHT
Join us on the library lawn, October 25th from 4-6pm for a Halloween themed open mic! Sign up to share or just bring a comfy chair & prepare to be spooked... This is an outdoor event, so dress for the weather! To sign up for an open mic slot - email brianwalls@stoningtonfreelibrary.org
RECOMMENDED READS
Each month, Library staff offers recommendations from our collection! Log into your account to reserve one of these enjoyable reads today!
