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September 14, 2021

MORE HOURS!

A few years ago, we asked the community what they wanted from the Library. The answer was more access! Since then, our efforts have focused on giving our community just

September 7, 2021

BEANSTACK

READING CHALLENGES Beanstack is a digital way to participate in our Reading Challenges throughout the year. With Beanstack, you can track the books or minutes you read, log activities, and

May 28, 2021

GARDEN CLUB BOOK DONATIONS

A picture of a stack of books.

In keeping with its tradition, Stonington Garden Club recently sponsored five books for the library’s collection. Over many years, the garden club has remembered its late members by sponsoring the

February 1, 2021

PEOPLE OF SFL

SEPTEMBER 2022 Kevin New Board president Kevin Bowdler was born and educated in Australia. He graduated with an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Computer Science in 1979. Kevin worked for

January 26, 2021

STONINGTON FREE LIBRARY INTRODUCES NEW LIBRARY DIRECTOR

The Stonington Free Library (SFL) is proud to announce that Micayla Hall has been chosen as the new Library Director to succeed the recently retired Belinda de Kay. Micayla joined

January 8, 2021

STONINGTON FREE LIBRARY ANNOUNCES THE RETIREMENT OF LIBRARY DIRECTOR BELINDA DE KAY

A longtime welcoming presence at the Stonington Free Library (SFL), Director Belinda de Kay has announced her plans to retire. Belinda joined the Library over 30 years ago as a

January 6, 2021

HOOPLA IS NOW AVAILABLE!

Borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows for free with your SFL card! What is Hoopla? Hoopla is a digital media service that allows you to borrow movies,

November 25, 2020

Safest At Home

With increased rates of COVID in our community we know it is safest to stay home. We encourage you to take advantage of all The Stonington Free Library offers online or utilize our curbside pick up service.

October 29, 2020

2020 Small Business Collaborative

Join our growing group of small businesses that support The Stonington Free Library through our Small Business Collaborative. Learn more and register here.

October 26, 2020

REOPENING PROTOCOLS

STONINGTON FREE LIBRARY REOPENING PROTOCOLS – EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 26, 2020   HOURS: Monday 10-6 Tuesday 10-6 Wednesday 10-7 Thursday 10-6 Friday 10-5 Saturday: 10-1   FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not

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TOMORROW, Tuesday 8/22/23! Set course for THE BATT
TOMORROW, Tuesday 8/22/23! Set course for THE BATTLE OF STONINGTON 5K! Registration starts at 5pm. Use the QR code to find out more. The library will be closing early at 6pm to accommodate the athletes and spectators.

The library will be closing early at 6PM Tuesday,
The library will be closing early at 6PM Tuesday, August 22 for the BATTLE OF STONINGTON 5K. Our Digital Services are always OPEN! Go to www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org to search our catalog, see upcoming events and catch up on what's going on at SFL.

4 DAYS UNTIL THE BATTLE BEGINS! Come run with us!
4 DAYS UNTIL THE BATTLE BEGINS! Come run with us! The Battle of Stonington 5k is a great course and benefits programs and services at SFL.

HUMAN SERVICES BOOK DISCUSSION–Friday, August 18t
HUMAN SERVICES BOOK DISCUSSION--Friday, August 18th from 12-1pm at Stonington Human Services. Join the discussion and pick up your next read; "Lilac Girls" by Martha Hall Kelly.

AUTHOR TALK WITH BILL MILLER–While Mr. Miller is
AUTHOR TALK WITH BILL MILLER--While Mr. Miller is currently a resident of Watch Hill, RI he grew up in Pittsburgh and was always fascinated by the living connections to its storied past: the Carnegie Library and Museum, the Carnegie Institute of Technology, and, in his own neighborhood, the Frick mansion, where Henry Frick’s daughter, Helen, still lived.

In his debut novel readers witness the seismic events in 1890’s Pittsburgh and the corporate infighting that led to the creation of U.S. Steel.

The mission of the Stonington Free Library is to enrich lives and build community by bringing information, ideas and people together.

The library will be closing early at 6PM Tuesday,
The library will be closing early at 6PM Tuesday, August 22 for the BATTLE OF STONINGTON 5K. Our Digital Services are always OPEN! Go to www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org to search our catalog, see upcoming events and catch up on what's going on at SFL.


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  • September 2023

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Featured 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

Featured August 30 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

On Wednesday's from 1-3pm knitters and crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring projects to work on. This is a laid back meeting for knitting, sharing and asking

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2023-09-04

CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

September 4

CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

The Library will be CLOSED in observance of Labor Day.

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Featured 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

Featured September 6 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

On Wednesday's from 1-3pm knitters and crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring projects to work on. This is a laid back meeting for knitting, sharing and asking

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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Joseph Alchermes–Rome: Top Fifteen Sights/Sites

September 10 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Joseph Alchermes–Rome: Top Fifteen Sights/Sites

Ancient and medieval art historian and longtime resident of Rome, Joseph Alchermes, will present a selection (at times quirky) of works of art and architecture – ranging from the universally

1 event, 11

10:00 am - 7:00 pm

September Grab and Go

September 11 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

September Grab and Go

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Featured 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

Featured September 13 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

On Wednesday's from 1-3pm knitters and crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring projects to work on. This is a laid back meeting for knitting, sharing and asking

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2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

September 14 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series

Conversations on Death & Dying

September 14 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series

Conversations on Death & Dying

The conversation continues with Noreen Kepple, Greta McGugan, Lavina Kepple and invited guests as they share the importance of planning at the end of life. Guest Speakers: 9/14/23 - Stephen

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2023-09-16

Adult Take & Make

Adult Take & Make

September 16

Adult Take & Make

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Kids’ Grab & Go – Bat Crowns

September 16 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Kids’ Grab & Go – Bat Crowns

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

ART WALK 2023–SFL GALLERY EXHIBITION

September 16 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

ART WALK 2023–SFL GALLERY EXHIBITION

Stop by the library to participate in several activities celebrating ART WALK 2023. There will be adult and kids take home projects in collaboration with the James Merrill House, a

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10:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Fall Drop-In Storytime

September 18 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Fall Drop-In Storytime

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Featured 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

Featured September 20 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

On Wednesday's from 1-3pm knitters and crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring projects to work on. This is a laid back meeting for knitting, sharing and asking

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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Steve Telsey discusses Nautical Terms

September 21 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Steve Telsey discusses Nautical Terms

Steve Telsey is a long time volunteer at the Mystic Seaport Museum and local fire departments. A native of Mamaroneck, NY, he grew up sailing on Long Island Sound. After

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2023-09-25

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 25 - September 28

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

EXHIBITION The Stonington Free Library invites local artists AGES 6 TO ADULT to submit works on paper depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for our first LOVE WHERE

10:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Fall Drop-In Storytime

September 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Fall Drop-In Storytime

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2023-09-25

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

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2023-09-25

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

Featured 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

Featured September 27 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

On Wednesday's from 1-3pm knitters and crafters of all skill levels are welcome to bring projects to work on. This is a laid back meeting for knitting, sharing and asking

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2023-09-25

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

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August 30
Featured Featured August 30 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

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September 4
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CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

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September 6
Featured Featured September 6 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

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September 10
September 10 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Joseph Alchermes–Rome: Top Fifteen Sights/Sites

September 11
September 11 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

September Grab and Go

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September 13
Featured Featured September 13 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

September 14
September 14 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

September 14 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series

Conversations on Death & Dying

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September 16
All day

Adult Take & Make

September 16 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Kids’ Grab & Go – Bat Crowns

September 16 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

ART WALK 2023–SFL GALLERY EXHIBITION

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September 18
September 18 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Fall Drop-In Storytime

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September 20
Featured Featured September 20 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

September 21
September 21 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Steve Telsey discusses Nautical Terms

September 25
September 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Fall Drop-In Storytime

September 27
Featured Featured September 27 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

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September 25
All day

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series

Fall Drop-In Storytime

September 25
All day

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 25
All day

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

Featured Featured September 27 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Event Series

Knitting Group

September 25
All day

ART CONTEST: Love Where You Read

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  • MY LIBRARY
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    • YOUTH LIBRARY
    • ADULT LIBRARY
    • USING THE LIBRARY
    • LIBRARY SERVICES
    • LIBRARY CATALOG
    • DIGITAL LIBRARY
  • WHAT’S HAPPENING
    ▼
    • BOOK GROUPS
    • NEWS
    • EVENTS
  • SUPPORT
    ▼
    • THE BATTLE OF STONINGTON 5K
    • BOOK SALE
    • CAPITAL CAMPAIGN 2020
    • MYSTERY DINNER
    • SPONSORSHIP
    • BOOK SALE
    • SUPPORT US
    • SUPPORTERS
    • VOLUNTEER
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    • OUR MISSION
    • OUR PEOPLE
    • OUR COMMUNITY
    • OUTREACH
  • DONATE NOW