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 Free Library. She served as President of the Board of Trustees in the early 2000s. Known for her quiet but firm … READ MORE about In Memoriam: Elizabeth “Beth” Harding









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 more. There are two ways to use Beanstack: with the free app or online.
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DO YOU NEED A LIBRARY CARD?
With a simple sign up you can access all of our library materials and services for FREE.
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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.

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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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 community.
SCHEDULE HELP HERE

QUESTION OF THE MONTH
Monthly program that begins May 1 for ages 12 and under.

SOLAR DEVICE CHARGER AT STONINGTON FREE LIBRARY
Now you can charge your batteries in our beautiful outdoor seating area both literally and figuratively. Thanks to an ARPA grant through the Town of Stonington, SFL installed a battery charging station outside the library. The charger is powered by solar panels and has two USB ports. Bring along your own USB charger cord, and you can plug in your device. Charge your laptop or phone battery at no cost, using the power of the sun.

BRINGING THE LIBRARY TO YOU!
Can't come to us? Our SFL at Your Door program gives homebound patrons access to the Library's collections.
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CHALLENGE YOURSELF AND WIN COOL PRIZES!
Sign up for the Adult Summer Library Challenge on the BEANSTACK app.

BOOK DONATION DAYS!
The library will be accepting book donations on July 12th, 10-1pm and July 15, 3-6pm. We can accept two bags or boxes per household. Drop off location is at the United Church - 67 Main Street, Stonington.
Update: Federal Funding for Connecticut Libraries
June 2025 eLibrarian - Federal Funding Update E-blast: Federal Funding for CT Libraries at $0 for FY2026 The Connecticut State Library had its $2M+ federal funding restored for FY2025. HOWEVER, federal funding for libraries remains fully zeroed out in the proposed FY2026 federal budget. This … READ MORE about Update: Federal Funding for Connecticut Libraries