North Branford Libraries

Late Opening
Atwater Memorial and Edward Smith will be opening at 1pm on Monday June 5th for staff development and training. This way we can better serve you in the afternoon.
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Employment Opportunities
North Branford Public Libraries is currently hiring. Head to our employment page to learn more.
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Community Barn Dance
Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library on Saturday, June 17th, as we take a step back in time and celebrate “Our Town” with a Community Barn Dance!
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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

NBranford Libraries will be having
staff in-service training on Monday June 5th.
Both locations will be opening at 1PM that day.

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Upcoming Programs

May31

Needle 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.

10:00am - 12:00pm View Details

Jun1

Thursday Night Mah Jongg

Now available at the Atwater Memorial Library!

Want to Join?

Thursday Night Mah Jongg is for those looking to play the game with, or a group of players looking to join!

Some previous knowledge or experience is required, but you don't need to be a pro! Beginners are welcome!

Although this is not a instructional group, members will be more than willing to give pointers while playing.

What to Bring

For those playing the American version of the game, you will need a current Mah Jongg card.

If you have a Mah Jongg set, bring it! Not everyone needs one, but the more there are the better.

Bring some friends to join, a good attitude, and spread the word!

6:00pm - 8:00pm View Details

Jun2

Quilters Club

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club!

A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting!

Newcomers welcome, and you're encouraged to bring your own materials.

Registration encouraged, but not required.

10:00am - 3:00pm View Details

Jun2

Tots and Tunes Story Time

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.

Click Here to access the Spotify playlist!

10:30am - 11:00am View Details

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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.

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