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April 3, 2022

National Library Week 2022

The theme of National Library Week 2022 is “Connect with Your Library” This theme promotes the idea that libraries are places to get connected to technology by using broadband, computers,

March 7, 2022

March eLibrarian

Spring is marching its way to us! There are so many great things to love about Stonington in the spring. One of our favorite things is our annual Mystery Dinner.

November 6, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Small Business Saturday presents shoppers with a unique opportunity to show support for local businesses. It’s important to remember that this event is designed to encourage people to shop small

April 1, 2021

National Library Week 2021

All Week Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to share and hear about great library experiences Monday – April 5 State of America’s Libraries Report Released SFL Online Trivia

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

December 10, 2020

Free Online Job Resources

Looking to change careers or find a new job? These free digital resources can help you get started.   CT Hires: Job listings, labor market information, and application for WIOA services 

October 30, 2020

Adult Winter Reading Challenge

ADULT READING CHALLENGE Participate in our reading challenge. Enter to win great prizes! How many books can you read in five months? Email marisfrey@stoningtonfreelibrary.org with any questions. 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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💧 It’s been just over a month since we instal
💧 It’s been just over a month since we installed our new Water Filling Station, and we’ve already saved nearly 200 plastic bottles and counting! 🌍♻️ A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this possible, from our generous library donors to Eversource Energy and Aquarion Water Company. Special thanks to Egzon Balidemaj, Senior Specialist – Community Relations & Economic Development at Eversource, who visited in September with a $1,500 donation to support this meaningful project. 🙌 Here’s to sustainability, community, and making small changes that lead to big impact! 💙 @EversourceCT @EversourceEnergy @aquarionwatercompany #Sustainability #CommunitySupport #LibraryLove #GoGreen #WaterRefillStation #EcoFriendly #ThankYou #stoningtonfreelibrary


Release stress, cultivate joy, and set meaningful
Release stress, cultivate joy, and set meaningful goals through mindful journaling and calming meditation. 

Guided by Rashmi Sharma, you’ll leave feeling centered and inspired, with practical tools to carry forward.

All materials are provided. 

Space is limited! Copy and paste this link into your browser to register: https://conta.cc/3XbWKV8


Get into the holiday spirit with a special family
Get into the holiday spirit with a special family storytime featuring the dancers from Eastern Connecticut Ballet. Wear your tutus and dancing shoes! Families will have a chance to take pictures with the dancers afterwards. Register soon to reserve your seats! https://conta.cc/3Ljk1C5 #easternconnecticutballet #thenutcracker #stoningtonfreelibrary #childrensevents #familyfun


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=5591-461 ***

There are four new bestsellers, one new audiobook, one new children's book, and ten other new books, including one that is available online.

 The new bestsellers this week include "The Widow," "The Impossible Fortune," and "The Art of Gluten-Free Bread: Groundbreaking Recipes for Artisanal Breads and Pastries."


Happy Halloween from Stonington Free Library! We c
Happy Halloween from Stonington Free Library! We celebrated with the Sanderson Sisters, got dressed up as our favorite book characters and went trick or treating with some young friends from Calvary Nursery School. Stay safe and sweet!


We’re almost ready! Doors open at 6pm. Show star
We’re almost ready! Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 6:30! Some seats are still available. Call 860-535-0658 to reserve a spot. The Sanderson Sisters at SFL.


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Events Calendar

35 events found.
  • November 2025

Calendar of Events

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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—November 1 and November 8—and learn how to crochet! This beginner-friendly class, led by Rory Contin and Millie

1 event, 2
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
An Evening of Poety with Christie Max Williams
November 2 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
An Evening of Poety with Christie Max Williams

RESCHEDULED FROM OCTOBER 12, 2025 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

4 events, 3
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kids’ Grab & Go – Make a Thanksgiving Frame
November 3 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kids’ Grab & Go – Make a Thanksgiving Frame

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

10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Adult Take & Make
November 3 @ 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.

10:30 am - 11:30 am
Fall Drop-In Storytime
November 3 @ 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
November 3 @ 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, 4
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
November 4 @ 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, 5
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
November 5 @ 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, 6
0 events, 7
1 event, 8
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Learn to Crochet
November 8 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Learn to Crochet

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

1 event, 9
5:00 pm
Artificial Intelligence: Tutor, Collaborator, and Creative Ally, but also Hallucinator, Intellectual Thief and Polluter
November 9 @ 5:00 pm
Artificial Intelligence: Tutor, Collaborator, and Creative Ally, but also Hallucinator, Intellectual Thief and Polluter

In Person and Live Streamed on the SFL YouTube Channel Join Marc Zimmer, computational chemist at Connecticut College, for a lively and thought-provoking talk on artificial intelligence. Love it, hate

2 events, 10
10:30 am - 11:30 pm
Storytime with Jean Baur
November 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 pm
Storytime with Jean Baur

We have a guest reader kicking off storytime in November. Littles will be treated to a special reading of a brand-new book by local author Jean Baur.  Jean is quite

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
November 10 @ 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, 11
2025-11-11 Featured
LIBRARY CLOSED for Veterans Day
Featured
LIBRARY CLOSED for Veterans Day
Featured November 11
LIBRARY CLOSED for Veterans Day

The library will be closed. We will resume normal operating hours on Wednesday, November 12. The Digital Library is always open!

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
November 11 @ 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, 12
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
November 12 @ 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, 13
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group
November 13 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

The SFL Thursday Book Group will meet on Thursday, November 13 to discuss The Library Book by Susan Orlean. The meeting will be held at the library starting at 2pm.

0 events, 14
1 event, 15
1:00 pm
Crafty Companions – Woven Potholders
November 15 @ 1:00 pm
Crafty Companions – Woven Potholders

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

1 event, 16
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Eastern Connecticut Ballet’s – The Nutcracker
November 16 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Eastern Connecticut Ballet’s – The Nutcracker

Join us for a very special family story time featuring the dancers from Eastern Connecticut Ballet's - The Nutcracker. Bring a camera and wear your favorite holiday sweater, dancing shoes

3 events, 17
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Gingerbread House Registration Begins
November 17 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Gingerbread House Registration Begins

Registration opens November 17th at 10am. Reserve your gingerbread house HERE. Quantities are limited. Only ONE house per family.

10:30 am - 11:30 am
Fall Drop-In Storytime
November 17 @ 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
November 17 @ 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, 18
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
November 18 @ 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
November 18 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The Checkmate Society – Entering 6th grade and older
1 event, 19
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
November 19 @ 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, 20
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
WORKSHOP – Mindful Journaling with Rashmi Sharma
November 20 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
WORKSHOP – Mindful Journaling with Rashmi Sharma

In this guided session, release stress, cultivate joy, and set meaningful goals through mindful journaling and calming meditation. You'll leave feeling centered and inspired, with practical tools to carry forward.

1 event, 21
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Stonington Human Services Book Discussion
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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.  

0 events, 22
0 events, 23
2 events, 24
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Fall Drop-In Storytime
November 24 @ 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
November 24 @ 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, 25
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
November 25 @ 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
November 25 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5
1 event, 26
2025-11-26
Library Closed for Thanksgiving
Library Closed for Thanksgiving
November 26 @ 1:00 pm - November 27 @ 12:00 am
Library Closed for Thanksgiving

The Library will be closing at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26 and re-opening from 10-5 p.m. on Friday, November 28. Wishing you all a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and

1 event, 27
2025-11-26
Library Closed for Thanksgiving
0 events, 28
0 events, 29
0 events, 30
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

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November 1
November 1 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Learn to Crochet

November 2
November 2 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

An Evening of Poety with Christie Max Williams

November 3
November 3 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Kids’ Grab & Go – Make a Thanksgiving Frame

November 3 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Adult Take & Make

November 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Fall Drop-In Storytime

November 3 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

November 4
November 4 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

November 5
November 5 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

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November 8
November 8 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Learn to Crochet

November 9
November 9 @ 5:00 pm

Artificial Intelligence: Tutor, Collaborator, and Creative Ally, but also Hallucinator, Intellectual Thief and Polluter

November 10
November 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 pm

Storytime with Jean Baur

November 10 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

November 11
November 11 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

November 9
November 9 @ 5:00 pm

Artificial Intelligence: Tutor, Collaborator, and Creative Ally, but also Hallucinator, Intellectual Thief and Polluter

November 10
November 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 pm

Storytime with Jean Baur

November 10 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

November 11
Featured All day

LIBRARY CLOSED for Veterans Day

November 11 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

November 12
November 12 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

November 13
November 13 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

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There are no events on this day.
November 15
November 15 @ 1:00 pm

Crafty Companions – Woven Potholders

November 16
November 16 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Eastern Connecticut Ballet’s – The Nutcracker

November 17
November 17 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Gingerbread House Registration Begins

November 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Fall Drop-In Storytime

November 17 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

November 18
November 18 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

November 18 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

The Checkmate Society – Entering 6th grade and older

November 19
November 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

November 20
November 20 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

WORKSHOP – Mindful Journaling with Rashmi Sharma

November 21
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Stonington Human Services Book Discussion

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November 24
November 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Fall Drop-In Storytime

November 24 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

November 25
November 25 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

November 25 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Knights of the Chess Table – Grades 3-5

November 26
November 26 @ 1:00 pm - November 27 @ 12:00 am

Library Closed for Thanksgiving

November 26
November 26 @ 1:00 pm - November 27 @ 12:00 am

Library Closed for Thanksgiving

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