North Branford Libraries

“West Wing: The Sorkin Years” Ultimate Illustrated Lecture by Stephen Spignesi
Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library on April 4th for a comprehensive and entertaining look at one of the greatest TV shows ever, presented by Stephen Spignesi!
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Pat’s Pick Movie Club
Too good to miss, good enough to see again! Come to the Atwater Memorial Library on April 9th to see, “My Fair Lady,” the 1964 Classical-Musical! Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison & Stanley Holloway
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Butterfly Diamond Painting
North Branford Public Libraries has two upcoming Butterfly Diamond Painting programs! April 2nd at the Edward Smith Library, and April 15th at Atwater Memorial Library!
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Bring Back the Fireflies
Come to the Atwater Memorial Library on Tuesday, April 21st for a special presentation with Xerces Society Ambassador, Nancy Tipping!
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Scrapbooking Class
Join us at the Edward Smith Library on Thursday, April 30th for our monthly Scrapbooking Class!
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Our Library App is Here
Manage your library account, place holds, register for classes and more from the comfort of your phone or tablet by downloading our new library app.
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VITA Tax Assistance Program
The VITA tax assistance program will be returning to NB Public Libraries on Thursday February 12. All returns will be completed virtually by IRS-certified preparers working remotely. The Library will help clients with scanning their documents, which will then be used to prepare tax returns by VITA volunteers.
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Atwater Memorial Library

1720 Foxon Road
North Branford, CT 06471
203-315-6020 / Fax 203-315-6021

Edward Smith Library

3 Old Post Road
Northford, CT 06472
203-484-0469 / Fax 203-484-6024

Hours for Both Libraries:

Monday – Thursday: 10:00 – 8:00
Friday: 10:00 – 5:00
Saturday: 9:00 – 3:00
Sunday: CLOSED

NB Public Libraries will be closed
Friday April 3rd
for Good Friday

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Upcoming Programs

Apr2

Butterfly Diamond Painting

Please join us for a fun craft!

Diamond painting is very similar to cross-stitch. But, instead of creating stitches, you are adding diamonds to the canvas surface, to create a beautiful painting.

All supplies provided!

Registration Required!

Please, only register for either the session place at Smith, or Atwater.

6:00pm - 8:00pm View Details

Apr3

Closed for Good Friday

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Apr4

"West Wing: The Sorkin Years" Ultimate Illustrated Lecture by Stephen Spignesi

A comprehensive and entertaining look at one of the greatest TV shows ever, presented by Stephen Spignesi!

Stephen will offer insightful and fascinating overviews of The Josiah Bartlet Administration, and the big players in West Wing.

Plus, a detailed discussion of the 10 best Sorkin-era episodes:

Two Cathedrals
In the Shadow of Two Gunmen
Noel
Twenty Five
In Excelsis Deo
17 People
18th Potomac
Commencement
Posse Comitatus
Celestial Navigation

1:00pm - 3:00pm View Details

Apr6

Tea Time with Teddy

Put on your tea-time best and grab your favorite teddy bear for an unforgettable Tea Time With Teddy. During Tea Time with Teddy, participants will learn about the fascinating history of the teddy bear and how tea parties became a cherished part of Victorian-era play. Participants are encouraged to bring their stuffed animals and we bring along Bradley Barnes’s own 1885 stuffed elephant, affectionately named Teddy, as well as a curated collection of Victorian-era children’s toys for imaginative play.

Recommended Grades K-5th.

Registration is Required

Presented by the Barnes Museum

1:00pm - 2:00pm View Details

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Palace Project

The Palace Project is a free collection of more than 11,000 openly licensed eBook and eAudio titles.

iNDIEFLIX

A streaming movie service that offers access to pop culture favorites, box office hits, award-winning feature films, documentaries, and shorts.

To access iNDIEFLIX, sign into your LION: Libraries Online account using either the Libby app or the web version of the Libby app from your computer.
Look for “EXTRAS” and click on iNDIEFLIX.

Craftsy

Over 1,400 in-depth instructional videos for all creative makers from basic instruction to advanced techniques for fabric and yarn crafts, baking, drawing, and much more.

To access Craftsy, sign into your LION: Libraries Online account using either the Libby app or the web version of the Libby app from your computer.
Look for “EXTRAS” and click on Craftsy.

FamilySearch

FamilySearch is the world’s largest repository of free genealogical records, based in the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah. Records from over 130 countries include birth, marriage, death, census, probate, land, military, International Genealogical Index, and more. In-Library use only. Remote access is not available.

Driving-Tests.org

Driving-Tests.org offers access to Connecticut DMV handbooks and practice tests to help you prepare for your learner’s permit, driver’s license, motorcycle license or commercial driver’s license

The Great Courses

Unlimited access to hundreds of courses for lifelong learning and personal enrichment on subjects like history, food & wine, finance, travel and much more.

To access The Great Courses, sign into your LION: Libraries Online account using either the Libby app or the web version of the Libby app from your computer.
Look for “EXTRAS” and click on The Great Courses.

JobNow

Interview coaching, resume assistance, career guidance, and an Adult Learning Center.

Coolmath

Launched by a math teacher in 1997, Coolmath4Kids is an amusement park of math, games, and more, designed to teach math and make it FUN, for ages 12 and under.

Connecticut History

ConnecticutHistory.org connects you to the people, traditions, innovations & events making up the rich history of the Nutmeg State, through primary source images, documents, and objects.

Khan Academy Kids

Khan Academy Kids makes learning fun with thousands of educational games, books, and activities that inspire a lifetime of learning and discovery for children ages 2-8. Explore math games, spelling activities, digital books, and more. Kids can learn reading, phonics, writing, and social-emotional development through fun educational games and lessons.