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
Fabulous Fossils with Coolology
Join Coolology in discovering the fascinating world of fossil formation—learning how ancient life became preserved in rock over millions of years. Young paleontologists get hands-on experience excavating real fossils and identifying their prehistoric finds. Then, they'll craft their own amazing fossil creations!
Ages 6-12
Registration Required.
4:30pm - 5:30pm View DetailsQuilter's Club
Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 2PM 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 - 2:00pm View DetailsPop-In Storytime with Your Favorite Teachers!
Are you missing your favorite teachers? Instead of waiting for school to start, you can see them throughout summer break at Atwater Library! Every week, we'll have a surprise guest teacher from JHS or TVES come in to read a story and say hi.
No registration required. For all ages.
10:30am - 11:00am View DetailsMonday 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 Detailsfull Events Calendar
Online Library
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.
