September Library Events: Author Talks, Clubs & Book Boxes
The Library will be closed on Saturday, September 5 and Monday, September 7 for Labor Day. The Library will reopen on Monday, September 8 at 10 a.m.
September Author Talks
Join us for a variety of author talks during the month of September. These programs are presented through the Library Speakers Consortium and are virtual. Click here to learn more about this month's discussions and to register for the ones you wish to attend. Registration is required to receive the link to the discussion.
American Mah Jongg Club
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.
Preschool Storytime
Returns weekly beginning Monday, September 14 at 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 3-5.
Music, movement, and literacy for our preschool friends! Join us as we get ready for the school years. There will be a craft after the storytime session. Click here to register.
Lapsit Storytime
Returns weekly beginning Tuesday, September 15 at 10:30 a.m.
For babies and toddlers up to two years old.
Little ones and their caregivers are invited to explore books, sing songs, and practice interactive nursery rhymes with Ms. Angela! This program includes storytime followed by an optional group playtime. Registration is optional, but will allow you to receive notifications in case of a change to our schedule. Click here to register.
Toddler Storytime
Returns weekly beginning Wednesday, September 16 at 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 18 months-3.
Get the wiggles out with Ms. Angela! Stories, music, dancing, and more fill this high-energy storytime for toddlers and their grownups. This program includes storytime followed by an optional group playtime. Registration is optional, but will allow you to receive notifications in case of a change to our schedule. Click here to register.
STEAM Club: Apple Tower Challenge
Tuesday, September 8, 4 p.m.
Come and join us for STEAM-themed fun! Engineering challenges, building projects, technology, and more activities based on our theme of the month. This time we'll try the apple tower challenge -- build the tallest tower that can support the weight of an apple!Registration is required. Click here to register.
This program is open to students in grades 3-6.
High School Volunteer Club
Thursday, September 10, 6 p.m.
Thursday, September 17, 6 p.m.
For teens 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 the date above to register.
Crochet Club
Saturday, September 12, 10 a.m.The Hooked on the Sound (HOTS) Crochet Guild is a non-profit group of enthusiastic crocheters in New Haven county. HOTS meets monthly to share stitch successes, assist with pattern problems, education, and generally having a great time crocheting! Bring any crochet project you are working on or one you may need help with.
No registration is necessary. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies.
Mushroom Identification for Beginners
Monday, September 14, 6:30 p.m.
The 3 Foragers will teach you to safely identify wild mushrooms using various available tools and techniques. Learn to use your senses to examine mushrooms for their sights, smells, and tastes, and consider the relationships between fungi and the natural world around us. We will dispel common myths, and discuss mycophagy, the cooking and eating of wild mushrooms.
For Adults.
Registration is required. Click here to register.
LEGO Club
Thursday, September 17, 6 p.m.
Put on your problem-solving, engineer hats and join us for the next meeting of our new LEGO Club! Build in the company of fellow LEGO fans. We can’t wait to see what you create!
Registration is required. Click here to register.
Role-Playing Game for Tweens
Monday, September 21, 6 p.m.
Join us for an introductory RPG (role-playing game). We are starting with Dungeon World -- it's quick and easy to learn. For students in Grades 3-6Given the limited number of spots for this program, if you miss a session and do not cancel in time to activate the wait list, you will be waitlisted for future sessions.Registration is required. Click here to register.
Pop-up Book Sale
Thursday, September 24, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Join us for a special, evening pop-up book sale by the Friends of the Library. 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.
Tween Book Bedazzling
Thursday, September 24, 6 p.m.
Bring a book with an interesting cover and we will provide the BLING to bedazzle it! Registration is required. Click here to register.
September Book Boxes
Adult Book Boxes
Pick-up begins September 21
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 September 15.
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.
Registration is required. Click here to register.
Teen Book Boxes
Pick-up begins September 21
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 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 September 15.
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.
Registration is required. Click here to register.
September Book Groups
Mystery Book Discussion
Thursday, September 10, 2 p.m.
Join leader Donna DiMassa in a discussion of Steve Cavanaugh's Kill For Me Kill For You. Copies of the book will be available soon.
Registration is required. Please click here to register.
The Bookcase Discussion
Monday, September 28, 7 p.m.
Join Bookcase leader Toby Zabinski for a Zoom discussion of The Wedding People by Alison Espach. This discussion is held over Zoom. Copies of the book will be available soon.Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Click here 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
