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Trivia Night is coming back to the C.H. Booth Library, May 17th!

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To celebrate the arrival of NASA’s Discover Exoplanets exhibit, the library is hosting an after hours trivia event focusing on all things space and science fiction. Come eat, drink, win prizes, support the library, and test your knowledge of the planets, the stars, aliens, and your favorite science fiction movies and books. Doors open at […]

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Donated glasses will be picked up by CT Eye Care and sent South America in time for their eclipse! Donation box on the second floor in front of the service desk.

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Introduction to Personal Storytelling

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Saturday, May 4 from 1:00-3:00 pm in the Meeting Room “Great stories happen to people who know how to tell them.” ~ Ira Glass of This American Life Do you want to get better at captivating listeners? Whether you want to tell your story on stage, in a business meeting or college interview, or at […]

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Visit Our Seed Library!

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Our Seed Library offers a diverse selection of free seeds for you to browse and borrow. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our collection has something for everyone. From vibrant flowers to delicious vegetables, there’s no limit to what you can grow! Located on the third floor. 

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Poetry Walk

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    Visit this page for a map with the location of the poems.

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Passport to Connecticut Libraries

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Visit the C.H. Booth Library during the month of April as we participate in the Connecticut Library Association Passport to Connecticut Libraries Program. Patrons can obtain their Library Passport at the library and begin their journey to multiple participating Connecticut libraries. Each library will stamp their visitors’ passports and give each visitor a small gift! […]

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Solar Eclipse Glasses

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Get ready for the total solar eclipse coming up on Monday, April 8th! The library has a limited number of solar eclipse glasses to hand out to Newtown residents. Once registered, glasses will be available for pick up at the Reference Desk on the third floor beginning on Monday, April 1. Limit four per household. […]

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