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May 27, 2025

In Memoriam: Elizabeth “Beth” Harding

The Stonington Free Library mourns the passing of Elizabeth “Beth” Harding of Mystic, CT, on April 3, 2025. Beth was a devoted friend, supporter, and volunteer leader of the Stonington

May 27, 2025

Update: Federal Funding for Connecticut Libraries

The Connecticut State Library had its $2M+ federal funding grant terminated as of April 1, 2025. This funding supports statewide library services, programs, resource sharing and infrastructure.

March 25, 2025

Celebrate Library Giving Day and National Library Week

Make an Impact Starting April 1st – Library Giving Day Library Giving Month kicks off on April 1 with Library Giving Day, a terrific opportunity to support your local library.

January 2, 2025

A Year in Review – 2024!

A Year in Review – 2024! What an incredible year it’s been at SFL! Our programs have grown, and we’ve introduced new clubs and groups that inspire creativity, fun, learning,

October 22, 2024

Congratulations to the 2024 LOVE Where You Read Contest Winner – Sarah Downie

And the Winner Is… This September marked the 2nd annual LOVE Where You Read Art Contest, showcasing the creativity of our community. The library received over 20 submissions from 17

October 9, 2024

And the Winners Are…

This year we had 19 submissions for 14 spots and selected 17 pieces to display. It was a challenge. We loved seeing all the wonderfully creative interpretations of Stonington Free

September 30, 2024

6 Reasons to Join a Club

The library is excited to expand our offerings with new clubs joining our regular lineup! Alongside our Wednesday Knitting Group, the monthly Thursday Book Club and Human Services Book Discussion,

August 21, 2024

2024 LOVE Where You Read Art Contest

Get Ready for the 2024 LOVE WHERE YOU READ Art Contest! Last year’s debut of the LOVE WHERE YOU READ Art Contest was a huge success, showcasing the creativity of

February 28, 2024

Interlibrary Loans

Interlibrary Loan, or ILL, is a service librarians use to help patrons get materials that are not already part of our collection. Even large libraries can’t buy every book, and

January 24, 2024

BELINDA’S BOOK NOTES

Book Notes for October 2025- It’s Autumn – “That time of year…. thou mayst in me behold When yellow leaves, or none, or few, do hang Upon those boughs which

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Game night will be back in the library this month!
Game night will be back in the library this month! Stop by and enjoy a good time with friends. Snacks and games provided. The Fun starts at 5pm. 

Walk-ins are welcome but sign-ups are appreciated. Sign up here: https://conta.cc/46mVh2E

#stoningtonfreelibrary #gamenight #thecitadelgamecellar #funwithfriends


October 14 at 5:30 PM — Make plans to stop by, i
October 14 at 5:30 PM — Make plans to stop by, introduce yourself, shake hands, and have casual conversations with some of our Board of Education candidates. They’re eager to share their vision for Stonington Schools and hear your questions.

#vote #elections #stoningtonct #stoningtonfreelibrary


The witchy Sanderson Sisters are flying into the l
The witchy Sanderson Sisters are flying into the library this month for a spooky, fun-filled show perfect for ages 5 and up! Don’t miss the magic—reserve your spot today. Come in costume and help us kick off the Halloween season!

To reserve your seats go to: https://conta.cc/3KDmmr5


October 10, 12-4pm

A representative from Access
October 10, 12-4pm 

A representative from Access Health will be available for one-on-one appointments to help patrons with healthcare registration. For details on how to sign up, visit:

https://www.accesshealthct.com/2025-enrollment-events/


Learn to Take Great Photos!

Join Karen Lindeborg
Learn to Take Great Photos!

Join Karen Lindeborg and Millie Donovan for a fun, hands-on photo tour through the library. Kids will learn how to take digital photos using a phone or camera. Bring your own device or borrow one of ours!

Grades 2 and up. Space is limited. Register to reserve your spot. https://conta.cc/4nBd9O2


See what's new this week at the Stonington Free Li
See what's new this week at the Stonington Free Library at:

*** http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?in&p=5591-457 ***

There are two new bestsellers, two new audiobooks, two new children's books, and two other new books, including two that are available online.

 The new bestsellers this week are "The Academy" and "The Missing Half."


Newsletter Archive

Events Calendar

35 events found.
  • October 2025

Calendar of Events

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2 events, 29
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Fall Drop-In Storytime
September 29 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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.

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
September 29 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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

2 events, 30
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
September 30 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5
September 30 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5
1 event, 1
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
October 1 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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

0 events, 2
1 event, 3
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop
October 3 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

Workshop Description: This 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple, participants will engage in conversations

0 events, 4
0 events, 5
4 events, 6
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Adult Take & Make
October 6 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Adult Take & Make

Pick up a project kit with all the supplies you'll need to make a special craft. Available while supplies last.

10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kids’ Grab & Go – Decorate a Pumpkin
October 6 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kids’ Grab & Go – Decorate a Pumpkin

Take home project fun for ages 4 and up  - While supplies last!

10:30 am - 11:30 pm
Storytime with Jane Yolen
October 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 pm
Storytime with Jane Yolen

Our Fall Storytime Series is hosting a special guest October 6th. Acclaimed children's author, Jane Yolen, will be sharing her newest book Gracie Feeds the Birds with the group. As

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
October 6 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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

1 event, 7
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
October 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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

1 event, 8
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
October 8 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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

2 events, 9
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group
October 9 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

The SFL Thursday Book Group will meet on Thursday, October 9 to discuss The Winemaker's Wife by Kristin Harmel. The meeting will be held at the library starting at 2pm.

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Conversations on Death & Dying
October 9 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Conversations on Death & Dying

September 11th,  My End of Life Decisions October 9th,  Final Conversations December 4th,  TED Talk: My Mother’s Final Wish and the Right to Die with Dignity Stay up to date

1 event, 10
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop
October 10 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

Workshop Description: This 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple, participants will engage in conversations

1 event, 11
Featured 3:00 pm
Opera Night/Family Fun at the United
Featured October 11 @ 3:00 pm
Opera Night/Family Fun at the United

🎟️ Win FREE Tickets to the Opera! (Tickets must be picked up at Stonington Free Library - 20 High Street, Stonington CT 06378.) Join Salt Marsh Opera for Gilbert and Sullivan’s

1 event, 12
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
An Evening of Poety with Christie Max Williams
October 12 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
An Evening of Poety with Christie Max Williams

Celebrate the power of poetry with Christie Max Williams, Stonington’s first Poet Laureate and award-winning author of The Wages of Love. Enjoy an evening of heartfelt readings, featuring both new

1 event, 13
2025-10-13
LIBRARY CLOSED
LIBRARY CLOSED
October 13
LIBRARY CLOSED

The library is closed for the holiday. We will re-open on Tuesday at 10 am. Our Digital Library is always open!

1 event, 14
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
October 14 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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

1 event, 15
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
October 15 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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

1 event, 16
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Make Your Own Leather Bound Journal
October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Make Your Own Leather Bound Journal

Leathercraft Workshop with Dana Campbell of Shuttle Press & Bindery Dive into the world of bookbinding and leathercraft as you learn the long and link stitch! Students will learn a

2 events, 17
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop
October 17 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

Workshop Description: This 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple, participants will engage in conversations

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Stonington Human Services Book Discussion
October 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Stonington Human Services Book Discussion

Join the discussion at Stonington Human Services, 166 S. Broad Street, Pawcatuck. For more information email molly@stoningtonfreelibrary.org or call Stonington Human Services at 860-535-5015.  

1 event, 18
1:00 pm
Crafty Companions – Pumpkin Painting
October 18 @ 1:00 pm
Crafty Companions – Pumpkin Painting

Bring a friend or 2 and have a blast making another project with resident crafter, McKenna! All supplies provided. Space is limited so RESERVE your spot now! For more information

0 events, 19
2 events, 20
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Fall Drop-In Storytime
October 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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.

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
October 20 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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

2 events, 21
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
October 21 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The Checkmate Society – Entering 6th grade and older
October 21 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The Checkmate Society – Entering 6th grade and older
2 events, 22
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
October 22 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cook the Book at Driscoll Design & Studio
October 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cook the Book at Driscoll Design & Studio

Join us for a cozy culinary evening hosted by Leslie Driscoll of Driscoll Design & Studio (158 Water Street, Stonington). We’ll be cooking and sharing dishes from Magnolia Table Volumes

2 events, 23
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Photography for Kids
October 23 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Photography for Kids

Learn to Take Great Photos! Join Karen Lindeborg and Millie Donovan for a fun, hands-on photo tour through the library. Kids will learn how to take digital photos using a

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Citadel at SFL Board Game Night
October 23 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Citadel at SFL Board Game Night

Join us in the library for a night of fun and games with the folks from the Citadel Game Cellar. The group learns new games every month. This program is

1 event, 24
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop
October 24 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

Workshop Description: This 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple, participants will engage in conversations

0 events, 25
1 event, 26
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Catch-up Book Club
October 26 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Catch-up Book Club

Meet up at the Velvet Mill to discuss this month’s book: Bunny by Mona Awad. Books will be available at the library starting September 29th, 2025. You can also bring

2 events, 27
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Fall Drop-In Storytime
October 27 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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.

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
October 27 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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

2 events, 28
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
October 28 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5
October 28 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5
2 events, 29
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
October 29 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Sanderson Sisters at SFL
October 29 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Sanderson Sisters at SFL

The Sanderson Sisters have been resurrected by the wishes of all of the lovely guests at the Stonington Free Public Library, but in order for them to remain, they need

0 events, 30
0 events, 31
1 event, 1
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Learn to Crochet
November 1 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Learn to Crochet

Learn to Crochet! Spend a few Saturday mornings at the Stonington Free Library—October 24, November 1, and November 8—and learn how to crochet! This beginner-friendly class, led by Rory Contin

0 events, 2
September 29
September 29 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Fall Drop-In Storytime

September 29 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

September 30
September 30 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

September 30 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5

October 1
October 1 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

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There are no events on this day.
October 3
October 3 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

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There are no events on this day.
Notice
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October 6
October 6 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Adult Take & Make

October 6 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Kids’ Grab & Go – Decorate a Pumpkin

October 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 pm

Storytime with Jane Yolen

October 6 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

October 7
October 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

October 8
October 8 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

October 9
October 9 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

October 9 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Conversations on Death & Dying

October 10
October 10 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

October 11
Featured October 11 @ 3:00 pm

Opera Night/Family Fun at the United

October 12
October 12 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

An Evening of Poety with Christie Max Williams

October 14
October 14 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

October 15
October 15 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

October 11
Featured October 11 @ 3:00 pm

Opera Night/Family Fun at the United

October 12
October 12 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

An Evening of Poety with Christie Max Williams

October 13
All day

LIBRARY CLOSED

October 14
October 14 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

October 15
October 15 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

October 16
October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Make Your Own Leather Bound Journal

October 17
October 17 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

October 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Stonington Human Services Book Discussion

October 18
October 18 @ 1:00 pm

Crafty Companions – Pumpkin Painting

Notice
There are no events on this day.
October 20
October 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Fall Drop-In Storytime

October 20 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

October 21
October 21 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

October 21 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

The Checkmate Society – Entering 6th grade and older

October 22
October 22 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

October 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Cook the Book at Driscoll Design & Studio

October 23
October 23 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Photography for Kids

October 23 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The Citadel at SFL Board Game Night

October 24
October 24 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

Notice
There are no events on this day.
October 26
October 26 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Catch-up Book Club

October 27
October 27 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Fall Drop-In Storytime

October 27 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

October 28
October 28 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

October 28 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5

October 29
October 29 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

October 29 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

The Sanderson Sisters at SFL

Notice
There are no events on this day.
Notice
There are no events on this day.
November 1
November 1 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Learn to Crochet

Notice
There are no events on this day.
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