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June 1, 2020

Harry Martin presents Grant and Lee Good Comrades, Great Adversaries

Please join us for the Stonington Free Library’s second Live Zoom Talk on Sunday, June 14th at 5:00 PM when Harry Martin will speak on “Generals Grant and Lee in

 

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Thursday, September 11 at 2 p.m. – Make plans to
Thursday, September 11 at 2 p.m. – Make plans to join the SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group! This month, the group will discuss Margot by Jillian Cantor. Stop in for the conversation and leave with next month’s read, The Winemaker's Wife by Kristin Harmel.


We enjoyed exploring David Hendley's creative proc
We enjoyed exploring David Hendley's creative process on Sunday afternoon at the library. If you missed the workshop, join us for David's artist talk on September 14th at 5 PM for an in-depth look at photography as an art form.


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=5591-453 ***

There are two new bestsellers, two new children's books, and 17 other new books, including one that is available online.

 The new bestsellers this week are "Baldwin: A Love Story" and "Finding Grace."


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=5591-452 ***

There are 16 new bestsellers, 37 new children's books, and 27 other new books, including 12 that are available online.

 The new bestsellers this week include "We Are All Guilty Here," "The Correspondent," and "On Power."


The Library will be closed on Monday, September 1s
The Library will be closed on Monday, September 1st. Happy Labor Day! See you on Tuesday. 

Our Digital Library is always open! https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/digital-library/


We're taking the show on the road!

🍻Head over
We're taking the show on the road! 

🍻Head over to Beer'd Brewing Company (22 Bayview Ave, Stonington) and get ready to join the folks from the Citadel Game Cellar for a night of fun with friends. Ages 21+ only! 

Click on the link to let us know you'll be joining: https://conta.cc/45WiZCI


Newsletter Archive

Events Calendar

35 events found.
  • September 2025

Calendar of Events

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2 events, 1
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
August 1 - September 26
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

Now accepting submissions through September 26th! EXHIBITION The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the

2025-09-01
Closed for Labor Day
Closed for Labor Day
September 1
Closed for Labor Day

Happy Labor Day! The library will be closed but our Digital Library is always open! We will open again on Tuesday from 10-7pm.

2 events, 2
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
September 2 @ 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

2 events, 3
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
September 3 @ 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, 4
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1 event, 5
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1 event, 6
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2 events, 7
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
WORKSHOP – Through the Lens with David Hendley
September 7 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
WORKSHOP – Through the Lens with David Hendley

Capture the Beauty of Stonington Free Library: A Photo Walk with David Hendley Join professional photographer David Hendley for an inspiring photography workshop designed for ages 15 and up. Whether

4 events, 8
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Adult Take & Make
September 8 @ 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 whiles supplies last.

10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kids’ Grab & Go Back-to-school Bingo
September 8 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kids’ Grab & Go Back-to-school Bingo

Fun for all ages - While supplies last!

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
September 8 @ 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, 9
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
September 9 @ 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

2 events, 10
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
September 10 @ 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

3 events, 11
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group
September 11 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

The SFL Thursday Book Group will meet on Thursday, September 11th to discuss Margot by Jillian Cantor. The meeting will be held at the library starting at 2pm. Join in

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Conversations on Death & Dying
September 11 @ 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, 12
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2 events, 13
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Stonington Borough Art Walk Library Events
September 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Stonington Borough Art Walk Library Events

Stonington Free Library will be open 10 am - 3 pm on the day of the Art Walk, featuring an exhibit by artist (and Art Walk participant) Adrienne Pratt of

2 events, 14
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Emotional Landscapes with David Hendley
September 14 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Emotional Landscapes with David Hendley

In person and Live Streamed on the SFL YouTube Channel From professional athlete to corporate executive to landscape and nature photographer, David Hendley has enjoyed many distinct chapters in life.

2 events, 15
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
September 15 @ 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, 16
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
September 16 @ 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

2 events, 17
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
September 17 @ 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, 18
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Touched by Turkey: Its People, Culture and Food
September 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Touched by Turkey: Its People, Culture and Food

In Person and Live Streamed on the SFL YouTube Channel In 1978, the summer between Anne’s  Junior and Senior year in High School, she was fortunate to spend time as

3 events, 19
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2025-09-19 Featured
CLOSED for Staff Development Day
Featured
CLOSED for Staff Development Day
Featured September 19
CLOSED for Staff Development Day

The library will be closed Friday, Sept. 19th for staff development. We will open on Saturday at 10am. Thank you for your understanding. Remember that the Digital Library is always

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Stonington Human Services Book Discussion
September 19 @ 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.  

2 events, 20
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm
Crafty Companions – Pressed Flowers Lanterns
September 20 @ 1:00 pm
Crafty Companions – Pressed Flowers Lanterns

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, 21
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2 events, 22
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Booked in the Borough – Writers Group
September 22 @ 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

3 events, 23
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech Help Tuesdays
September 23 @ 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
September 23 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The Checkmate Society – Entering 6th grade and older
3 events, 24
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Knitting Group
September 24 @ 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 La Grua Center
September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cook the Book at La Grua Center

The La Grua Center is opening its doors to host us in September, and it's the perfect setting for great conversation and even better food. We'll be exploring recipes from

2 events, 25
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Citadel at Beer’d!
September 25 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Citadel at Beer’d!

This month we are taking the fun to Beer'd Brewing at the Velvet Mill in Stonington. The game ambassadors from Citadel Game Cellar will bring their stash of popular board

1 event, 26
2025-08-01
2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read
0 events, 27
0 events, 28
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
August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

All day

Closed for Labor Day

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 2 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 3 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 7 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

WORKSHOP – Through the Lens with David Hendley

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 8 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Adult Take & Make

September 8 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Kids’ Grab & Go Back-to-school Bingo

September 8 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 9 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 10 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 11 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

SFL Thursday Afternoon Book Group

September 11 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Conversations on Death & Dying

September 13
September 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Stonington Borough Art Walk Library Events

September 14
September 14 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Emotional Landscapes with David Hendley

September 15
September 15 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Stonington Borough Art Walk Library Events

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 14 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Emotional Landscapes with David Hendley

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 15 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 16 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 17 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Touched by Turkey: Its People, Culture and Food

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

Featured All day

CLOSED for Staff Development Day

September 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Stonington Human Services Book Discussion

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 20 @ 1:00 pm

Crafty Companions – Pressed Flowers Lanterns

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 22 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Booked in the Borough – Writers Group

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 23 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tech Help Tuesdays

September 23 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

The Checkmate Society – Entering 6th grade and older

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 24 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Knitting Group

September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Cook the Book at La Grua Center

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

September 25 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The Citadel at Beer’d!

August 1
All day

2025 PHOTO CONTEST: Love Where You Read

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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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October 3
October 3 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Living Fully & Dying Prepared – Workshop

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