Teen Outdoor Movie @ ATWATER
Meet us on the Atwater lawn for an outdoor movie showing of The Princess Bride on Friday September 11 meant for teens in 6th grade and up. Make sure to bring your blanket or chair and enjoy free popcorn and cotton candy while supplies last
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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
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Upcoming Programs
Tots and Tunes
Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.
Siblings are welcome!
This is a drop in program, registration is not required.
10:30am - 11:00am View DetailsMonthly Writers Group
Do you consider writing to be a passion, hobby, or general interest? If that's the case, then our Monthly Writers Group might just be for you!
Every third Tuesday of the month at Atwater Memorial Library @ 10:30AM, please join us for a friendly discussion with likeminded writers of all levels, where you can share your work, as well as offer constructive criticisms and thoughts on other's writing.
These meetings will be facilitated by Rona, a writer with 40+ years of literature and writing teaching experience. If you are unsure of what to write, here are a few optional prompts:
"These are meant to offer some ideas for writing, not to limit you in any way. Feel free to ignore them entirely and write on whatever seems meaningful for you. Write in any genre you prefer: poetry, fiction, nonfiction/personal essay, etc. If you use a prompt, choose just one of these, and approach it from any angle that seems fun to you."
1. Write a piece inspired in some way by a color.
2. Listen to a favorite piece of music, and let it provide inspiration for your writing.
3. Think of a pivotal moment in your life. Write about it.
4. Consider some of the more memorable people you have met. Write about one of them.
10:30am - 12:30pm View DetailsDrop-in Tech Help
The Atwater Library is now offering 30-minute one-on-one tech help with Jared throughout the month. Perfect for folks that need a little assistance with new devices, creating accounts, downloading apps or accessing government sites.
This will be on a first come first serve basis - if help extends the allotted 30-minutes you can always return for another drop-in time. Feel free to call ahead to detail your specific request. 203.315.6021.
12:00pm - 3:00pm View DetailsNeedle Arts
Enjoy the friendly camaraderie of your fellow artisans and join us on Wednesday mornings! Beginners are welcome. Knit, crochet, embroider, quilt -- all kinds of needle craft.
No registration necessary!
10:30am - 12:30pm View Detailsfull Events Calendar
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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.
