Case Memorial Library: November Events & Book Sale Fun
Holiday Closing
The Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Veterans Day. The Library will reopen on Wednesday, November 12 at 10 A.M.
American Mah Jongg for Beginners
Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
American Mah Jongg club for players of all skill levels. These sessions are intended for players who are familiar with American Mah Jongg as instruction is not provided.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own American Mah Jongg set and official Mah Jongg card. The Library also has a limited number of Mah Jongg sets and cards to use during open play.
Games are non-betting as gambling is not allowed in the library. Registration is required. Click here to register.
If you are interested in learning to play American Mah Jongg please check our calendar for future classes in winter 2026.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Join us for the Friends of the Library’s spring book sale. There are books for all ages, DVDs, music, and specialty displays, The “One-of-a-Kind-Finds” table, back by popular demand, will be stocked with a variety of topics.
Cash or check only. We are unable to accept credit cards. Please bring your own bags.
Astronaut Storytime
Saturday, November 8, 10:30 a.m.
Celebrate 25 years of missions to the International Space Station! We’ll learn about how you eat in space and even make our own astronaut friendly snack.
Registration is required. Click here to register.
Take and Make: Autumn Quilt
Week of November 10
Make a fall-themed paper quilt, then bring it back to the library for us to hang up!
No registration required, kits are available on a first come, first served basis.
The Life of a Showgirl Listening Party
Monday, November 10, 6 p.m
Add a sparkly TLOAS decal to your own tee or tote*, make friendship bracelets and buttons, vote in album and song brackets, enjoy themed mocktails and sourdough at our The Life of a Showgirl listening party!
*Please bring your own tee or tote to participate in the decal craft. All other supplies will be provided.
This event is open to all ages but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. We will not be playing the “E” versions of songs.
Registration is required. Please click here to register.
Picture Book Trivia
Friday, November 14, 4 p.m.
Join us for a kid friendly game of trivia! The winning team will get goodies galore for a family movie night.
Please register once for your family team.
Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday Tea
Saturday, November 15, 1 p.m.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with tea, refreshments, and a Regency-era presentation by Christina Volpe of The Barnes Museum in Southington, featuring period artifacts, historical insights, and period costume - offering a vivid glimpse into Austen’s world and its American parallels.
Registration for this program is full. Click here to be added to the Waitlist.
High School Volunteer Club
Saturday, November 22, 10 a.m.
For high school students entering grades 9-12.
Earn community service hours at our high school volunteer club. Volunteers can work on special projects or train to become a volunteer shelf reader. Registration is recommended but drop-ins are welcome if space permits. Click here to register.
Teen Book Bedazzling
Saturday, November 22, 3 p.m
For teens grades 7-12.
Come try out the newest BookTok trend and make your favorite book sparkle! Bring your own hardcover or paperback book and use gem diamond art techniques to bedazzle your book cover. All bedazzling materials will be provided.
Oscar Film: Live Action Short Films
Wednesday, November 26, 1 p.m.
Join us in a screening of the 2025 Live Action Short Film nominees:
- I’m Not a Robot
- A Lien
- Anuja
- The Last Ranger
- The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent
There are two screenings. Please click on the date and time above to register for the screening you wish to attend.
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Adult Book Box
Free book box service for adults.
Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected books for you to borrow as well as some other surprises for you to keep. After registering, you should receive a confirmation email with a link to a Google Form. Please be sure to complete this form to finalize your registration and personalize your book box.
Please note: You must register and complete the form each month you wish to receive a book box.
In order to receive your box, you must complete a brief form about your reading preferences so we can make your book selections. Please complete this form by November 12.
A link to the form will be included in your confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email please check your SPAM folder.
Teen Book Box
Free book box service for teens in grades 7-12.
Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected teen books for you to borrow as well as some treats and others surprises for you to keep. After registering, you should receive a confirmation email with a link to a Google Form. Please be sure to complete this form to finalize your registration and personalize your book box.
Please note:
You must register and complete the personalization form each month you wish to receive a book box.
In order to receive your box, you must complete a brief form about your reading preferences so we can make your book selections. Please complete this form by November 12.
A link to the form will be included in your confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email please check your SPAM folder.
Book Groups
Mystery Book Discussion
Thursday, November 13, 2 p.m.
Join Mystery Discussion leader Donna DiMassa for a discussion of The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.
Registration is required. Click here to register.
The Bookcase Discussion Group
Monday, November 17, 7 p.m
Join Bookcase leader Toby Zabinski for a Zoom discussion of Culpability by Bruce Holsinger. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Click on the photo above to register.
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Events are free and open to the public, except as noted. Registration is required for all events.
To register for events, go to https://casememorial.librarycalendar.com/event/
Phone: 203-891-2170
