Colonial Cooking with Matt Yanarella
Come celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Atwater Library on Wednesday, June 10th with a Colonial Cooking event, instructed by Matt Yanarella!
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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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Temporary Closure of the Smith Library starting May 4, 2026 due to HVAC replacement |
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Monday Night Mah Jongg
Want to Join?
Monday 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 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 DetailsColonial Cooking with Matt Yanarella
Come celebrate America's 250th birthday with a Colonial Cooking event, instructed by Matt Yanarella!
This event celebrates classic New England cooking from the Revolutionary Era and explores the history of the era.
Featuring demonstrations of breakfast staples like Johnny Cakes, sweet treats like apple fritters, as well as Native American dishes like Succotash that are still popular today; all while discussing popular revolutionary history like Sybil Luddington’s ride, the kidnapping of Chauncey Judd, and of course Connecticut’s favorite son Nathan Hale.
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Caregiving is challenging.
If you're responsible for a loved one, caregiver support groups are a way for you and others to share information, insight, advice, or words of encouragements in a safe and supporting space.
Please join facilitator, Karen LaBanca, for our Monthly Drop-In Caregiving Support Group - a chance for caregivers and their families to take some time for themselves.
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