North Branford Libraries

Amazing CT Tales with Mike Allen: The Trail of the Whispering Giants
Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library, or tune in from home via Zoom on Wednesday, March 11th for the third and final event of Mike Allen’s Amazing CT Tales Series!
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Pat’s Picks Movie Club
Too good to miss, good enough to see again! Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library on Thursday, March 12th @ 1PM to see The Rear Window, the 1954 Psychological-Thriller! Starring: James Stewart, Grace Kelly & Wendell Corey
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Secure Your Future: Retirement Planning
Join the dynamic Father/Daughter team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier for an engaging and interactive Comprehensive Retirement Planning Workshop on Thursday, March 12th @6PM at the Edward Smith Library!
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Movie Matinee
Join us at the Edward Smith Library on Friday, March 20th for our Movie Matinee! This month’s movie title is, Hamnet, the 2025 Period-Drama! Starring: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal & Zac Wishart
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Spring Into Action: Downsizing, Decluttering, and Organizing Made Easy
Come to the Atwater Memorial Library on Saturday, March 21st @ 10AM for an informative workshop with Professional Home Organizer Declutter by Lani and Real Estate Agent Susan Warner-Lambert of Carbutti & Co. to learn stress-free methods of decluttering and getting a home ready to sell.
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Medicare 2026: Understanding Changes and Coverage Options
The Father/Daughter Team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier will help you navigate the complexities of Medicare in 2026 at the Atwater Memorial Library on Monday, March 23rd @ 12PM.
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Scrapbooking Class
Come to the Edward Smith Library on Thursday, March 26th for our monthly Scrapbooking Class!
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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

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Upcoming Programs

Mar10

Wacky Wildlife

Calling all animal lovers! Come to the library to learn about FROGS and to make your own frog to take home!

Recommended for ages 6-11 years.

Registration required.

5:30pm - 6:00pm View Details

Mar11

Drop-in Tech Help

The SMITH Library is now offering 30-minute one-on-one tech help with Laynee (our fabulous intern) during the month of January. Perfect for folks that need a little assistance with new devices, creating accounts, downloading apps or accessing government sites.

This will be on a first come first serve basis - if help extends the allotted 30-minutes you can always return for another drop-in time. Feel free to call ahead to detail your specific request. 203.484.0469.

10:00am - 1:00pm View Details

Mar11

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!

10:30am - 12:30pm View Details

Mar11

meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm View Details

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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.