Read for the Record Oct.6
Complete list of events for October from library website
Children's events
Save this November date!
FOOD FOR FINES EXTENDED UNTIL OCT 3! 
Do you have overdue books or fines on your library card? For each non-perishable food item donated, fines will be forgiven for 1 item. Food for Fines is a great opportunity to give back to the community and get your library card back in good standing.  All food will be donated to the Gemma E. Moran Food Center.
Even if you don't have fines, the Library will gladly accept items for the food center. Questions? Call the library 860-447-1411 NEW LONDON HISTORY WITH SALLY RYAN, TOWN HISTORIAN  Mondays through October 24 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm (each presentation will be given twice) Monday, Oct. 3: Whaling 1820-1860 For more details: |
Sally Ryan, municipal historian for the City of New London, will teach a six-week series on New London history presented on Mondays beginning September 12 in the Community Room. Each lecture will be given twice, from 2- 4 pm and again from 7 - 9 pm. This series is free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Please contact the library at 860.447.411, Extension 3 to register or for more information.
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HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
FILM FESTIVAL
Tues, Oct 4
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Films: A Class Apart &
Real Women Have Curves
Light refreshments will be served.
Description of films:
YOGA
 begins Wednesday, Oct. 5 6:30 - 7:45 pm Classes continue Wednesdays through Nov. 9
Are you looking to improve your health, immunity and vitality? Do you want to increase your energy level? Then you'll want to check out our 6-week Yoga series taught by certified Yoga Instructor Lu-Anne Cox.
Please call 860.447.1411, extension 3 to register.
Bring water, a hand towel, and a friend with you and don't forget to wear comfortable clothing!
DRAWING FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
Thurs, Oct. 6
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Class continues through Oct. 13
Have you ever wanted to draw?
Drawing for Absolute Beginners can provide the foundation tools and understanding necessary to draw successfully. Each two-hour class will build on the previous class through simple, effective drawing exercises, in-class drawing projects and exercises for your own home study.
SUPPER BOOK CLUB
Thursday, October 6 5:30 - 7:00 pm
"Pomegranate Soup: A Novel" by Marsha Mehran
Books are available to borrow at the Circulation Desk.
A menu from a local restaurant is also at the Circulation Desk. Please pre-pay for your supper selection and leave the money at the library before October 6 at 1:00 p.m. The food will be delivered to the library at 5:30. Bring your own meal if you prefer. Beverages will be provided.
New! Specialized Book Clubs Launch
For more details:
YA Book Club
Wednesday, October 12
6:00 - 7:30 pm
YA .....not just for teens anymore!
Young Adult novels contain some of the most original & well-crafted writing in contemporary fiction.
Join YA lovers of all ages for a kick-off by Prof. Lisa Rowe Fraustino from Eastern Connecticut State University.
Fraustino is the author of "Ash: A Novel", named an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults, as well as other titles for young readers and adults. The evening will begin with an overview of the current boom in young adult literature, followed by a discussion of "Feed", by M.T. Anderson. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk.
Bring ideas for future books to read as a group. Refreshments will be served.
Mystery Book Club
Monday, October 17,
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Calling all mystery readers!
Whether you like cozies or classics, nutty or noir....
the library is launching a Mystery Book Club.
Join fellow readers of Black Swan by Chris Knopf. Book takes place on Fisher's Island. A fun read!
Refreshments will be served.
Romance Book Club
Tuesday, October 18,
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Addicted to the HEA (Happy Ever After)? Like your reading sweet....or spicy?
The library is launching a book club for Romance lovers! Join fellow romance fans for dessert and discussion. Bring a favorite romance book and suggestions for future reads. Refreshments will be served.
And our ongoing book club:
Book Discussion Club Tuesday October 18, 3-4 pm The Help: by Kathyrn Stockett Book Club 2011-12: Schedule and book descriptions
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ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS CONTINUE
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED - JOIN ANY TIME EVERYONE WELCOME
CHESS KNIGHT
TUESDAYS 5-6:45 pm
Play chess at the library! Boards and chess pieces provided.
SCRABBLE EVENING
WEDNESDAYS 5-6:45 pm
Gather your friends and play Scrabble.
Games provided.
COMMUNITY KNIT
THURSDAYS 10-11 am
Learn the healing and calming effects of knitting.
Socialize with others with the same interests.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION
THURSDAYS 2 - 3 pm
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