North Branford Libraries

How to Start a Freelance Business from Home – Livestreamed Event
Tune in from home or come to the Atwater Memorial Library on October 12th to learn how to start a freelance business from home! Be your own boss and work at home! This seminar will help you meet the challenges of home-based business start-up and expansion.
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Pat’s Picks Movie Club, “Young Frankenstein”
Pat’s Picks Movie Club meets every second Thursday at the Atwater Memorial Library! This month’s title is, Young Frankenstein, a 1974 Comedy.
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Medicare and Beyond
Come to the Edward Smith Library on October 13th @ 6:00PM and join the father/daughter team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier from Pelletier Senior Planning as they sort through the various parts of Medicare coverage.
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Movie Matinee, “Okja”
Come to the Edward Smith Library on October 14 to see, Okja, a 2017 Drama!
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If the Broom Fits: Halloween & the History of Witches – Livestreamed Event
By popular demand, Ehris Urban & Velya Jancz-Urban, the mother/daughter duo known as the Grounded Goodwives, return to Atwater Memorial Library on October 17th! (Virtually!)
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Novel Network Series ft. Kate Quinn, “The Diamond Eye” – Livestreamed Event
On October 19th @ 6:30PM, come to the Atwater Memorial Library, or tune in from home to participate in the next session of our Novel Network Series!
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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

COVID-19 Mask Policy:

Masks are not required in the Library for vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals.

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Upcoming Programs

Oct6

WeeRock Thursday

WEEROCK Thursday - 30-minute class with songs, books, fingerplays and FUN!

10:30am - 11:00am View Details

Oct6

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

Oct7

Tots 'n Tunes Story Time

Story time at the Library with music, stories, crafts and parachute play.

Recommended for ages 18 months and up with a parent or caregiver. Siblings welcome!

This is a drop-in program, registration is NOT required.

10:30am - 11:00am View Details

Oct10

Columbus Day

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

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Universal Class

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To access Universal Class, sign into your LION: Libraries Online account using either the Libby app or the web version of the Libby app from your computer.
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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.
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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.
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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.