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Reading Challenge
How many books can you read in 6 months? Join our Library Reading Challenge and earn a chance at great prizes! Click here for more information!
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Museum Passes
New London library card holders can now reserve museum passes online!
Check out our website here for more information!
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Follow us on Social Media!
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Can't get to the library? Use our e-resources from the comfort of your own home!
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LET US KNOW!!
Do you have a favorite children's picture book that you read as a child?
Or do you have one that you love reading to your child or grandchild?
We are developing our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program to encourage parents to read 1,000 books to their children and we need your help!
Please take our survey by clicking here!
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Community Knit 
Every Thursday
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Come share a love of knitting and crocheting. Bring your project and materials and socialize with others. Trying a new stitch? Someone might be able to help.
All are welcome, from beginners to advanced.
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Art Behind the Story
Every Thursday
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Listen to a story and make a related craft with Ms. Christa!
(Ages 1 - 7)
Free and no registration required.
Contact:
Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4,
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Adult Non Fiction
Petty: The biography
by Warren Zanes
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Young Adult
The Sleeper and The Spindle
by Neil Gaiman
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Children's
In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse
by Joseph Marshall III
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Express DVDs
Black Mass
Bridge of Spies
Everest
Infinitely Polar Bear
Pawn Sacrifice
Straight Outta Compton
The Good Dinosaur
The Perfect Guy
Truth
Unfriended
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March 2 - March 16 @ THE PLNL!
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Ten Steps to
Digging Out of Debt
Wednesday, March 2
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Is the weight of your debt dragging you down?
Come join us in our Community Room and explore how to find debt relief...program sponsored by Citizens Bank.
Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3,
mgupta@plnl.org
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CALLING ALL AUTHORS...
First Annual
Local Authors Fest
Application deadline is MARCH 26.
Are you a local author?
The Public Library of New London invites you to introduce your book to the public at the first annual Local Authors Fest.
We are currently accepting applications.
The deadline for applying is MARCH 26
click HERE to apply.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3 or
mgupta@plnl.org
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The Public Library of New London will be open on Sundays from
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm until March 20 thanks to the generosity of the
James P. and Mary E. Shea Perpetual Trust.
You can always check your account online at www.plnl.org.
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Senior Movie Afternoon
Frida (2002)
Friday, March 4
12:15 pm - 2:15 pm
A biography of artist Frida Kahlo, who channeled the pain of a crippling injury and her tempestuous marriage into her work. Nominated for six 2002 Academy Awards.
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Stress Relief Coloring Program for Adults
Saturday, March 5
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Take the opportunity to relax and be creative. Coloring sheets and colored pencils will be provided. No registration is required, just come and have fun!
Location: Adult Reading Room
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Tectonic History of Connecticut
Sunday, March 6
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join Dr. Ralph Lewis, CT state Geologist Emeritus to learn about the tectonic events that brought the bedrock units of eastern CT together, setting the stage for the development of today's topography. The glacial deposits left behind, as the last ice melted away, will be discussed in light of how the rising sea is interacting with them to form the beaches of eastern CT.
Registration is required. To register, click
here
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Drawing for Absolute Beginners
Mondays, March 7 thru April 11
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Have you ever wanted to draw? Drawing for Absolute Beginners can provide the foundation tools and understanding necessary to draw successfully. Each class will build on the previous class through simple, effective drawing exercises, in-class drawing projects and exercises for your own home study.
Join us each week and uncover your hidden ability to draw!
This class is free but space is limited . Ages 16 and up.
To register click
here
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Instructor: Cindy Samul has been teaching art to students of every age for over 15 years. When she's not teaching she works as a freelance illustrator and runs the Pacific Street Art Gallery in New London.
Visit:
CindySamul.com
Location: Community Room
Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3
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mgupta@plnl.org
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Smartphone Basics
Tuesday, March 8
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Learn the basics of what you can do with your Smartphone.
Discover ways to customize your device, install apps, and get around on your device. Please bring your own device.
Registration is required. To register, click
HERE
Location: Community Room
Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3
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mgupta@plnl.org
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Black Bears in Connecticut
Tuesday, March 8
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for a presentation focusing on the natural history of black bears in CT. The presenter will also provide recommendations for optimum coexistence with our black bear population.
Presenter: Paul Colburn is a graduate of Master Wildlife Conservationist Program (MWCP) and is a certified Master Wildlife Conservationist (MWC).
No registration is required to attend this program.
Location: Community Room
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Irish History Program- Touring Ireland Film
Thursday, March 10
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for a film to kick off our Irish History Program.
Registration is preferred. To register, please click
here
Location: Community Room
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An Afternoon with a Dog Listener
Sunday, March 13
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Learn how to bring your dog to peace and solve the problem of unwanted behaviors. Some of the many topics discussed are pulling on the lead, jumping up, aggression, separation anxiety, and excessive barking.
There will be a question and answer period at the end of the talk.
No dogs please.
Presenter:
Pat Wright has worked as the highest ranking member in the United States of the Jan Fennell International Team of Dog Listeners.
No registration is required to attend this program.
Location: Community Room
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Introduction to Grant Seeking for Individuals
Monday, March 14
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Did you know that the library has access to information on 100,000 grantmakers and 2.3 million grants?
Attend this class to learn about the Foundation Grants to Individuals database, GrantSpace.org and other helpful resources. A working knowledge of the Internet and Windows are needed for this hands-on session.
Space is limited to 10 people and preregistration is required.
To register please click
here.
Location: Community Room
Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3,
mgupta@plnl.org
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HOW TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Tuesday, March 15
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Whether your small business is just starting, or now starting to grow, knowing your customers and how to expand your products and services are among the most important elements of growing your business incrementally. This workshop will teach you the key steps in developing a successful plan that will help you identify how to grow your business.
Presenter: Eric Munro is a product management, sales and marketing executive with experience in high-technology businesses, both domestically and internationally.
Workshop sponsored by Southeastern CT SCORE
No registration is required to attend this program
Location: Community Room
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Teen Tuesdays
- I Spy with My Little Eye
Tuesday, March 8
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Let's work together to build an "I Spy" book!
Each teen will design his/her own page and we will put them together to make a book. Each participant will receive a book once it's done!
To register, please click here.
Contact: Maritza Vargas: 860-447-1411 x6,
mvargas@plnl.org
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Teen Tuesdays
- GAME DAY!
Tuesday, March 15
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Come have fun!
Come play your favorite board game, and win prizes!
To register, please click here
Contact: Maritza Vargas: 860-447-1411 x6,
mvargas@plnl.org
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Homework Helpers
Every Monday - Thursday
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Students from Connecticut College will help your kids
with homework in the Children's Room from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
This program is free, for all ages, and no registration is required.
Location: Children's Reading Room
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NL Community Orchestra Violin Lessons For Children
Wednesdays, March 2 and March 9
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free Violin lessons with instruction and instruments provided
by New London Community Orchestra.
Registration is REQUIRED and limited to the number of instruments donated to the program. Please call the
Children's Desk to register at 860-447-1411 x4.
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NL Community Orchestra Cello Lessons For Children
Wednesdays, March 2 and March 9
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Free cello lessons with instruction and instruments provided
by New London Community Orchestra.
Registration is REQUIRED and limited to the number of instruments donated to the program. Please call the
Children's Desk to register at 860-447-1411 x4.
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Homeschool Workshop: Makey-Makey Kits
Thursday, March 3
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Makey-Makey kits allow everyday objects to be turned into amazing inventions by connecting them to a computer. No programming experience is required.
For students age 7 and up only please.
Registration is required. To register, please click
here.
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Sunday Funday
Decorate a Cupcake Contest!
Sunday, March 6
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday Funday features a free, relaxed and self-guided
makerspace activity for all ages.
No registration is required.
This week: Decorate a cupcake with frosting, sprinkles, and assorted toppings. Cupcakes will be photographed and submitted for judging.
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Read, Sing, Play
Mondays, March 7 and March 14
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Children of all ages are invited to join us on Monday mornings at 11 am in our Children's Reading Room to read stories, sing songs and have fun! There will be 20 minutes of books and activities, followed by free play. No registration is required.
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Bilingual Story Time
Tuesdays, March 8 and March 15
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Enjoy listening to stories, songs and more in English and Spanish!
No registration required... just come and have fun!
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Bedtime Stories
Tuesdays, March 8 and March 15
6:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Children of all ages are invited to put on their Pajamas, head to the library, and join us for a pajama story time! There will be 15 minutes of stories, songs and flannel boards.
No registration required.
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Read to a Therapy Dog
Saturday, March 12
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Come read to Ella, a therapy dog!
Please call to sign up for a 15 minute time slot, space is limited.
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Sunday Funday
Shamrock Stamp Art!
Sunday, March 13
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday Funday features a free, relaxed and self-guided
makerspace activity for all ages.
No registration is required.
This week: Make your own shamrock stamp and use it to create a custom art piece.
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Math Mania - Uno Cards!
Tuesday, March 15
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Polish up your math skills by playing a math-related game with students from Connecticut College. This month it's time for Uno Cards!
Ages 5 & up. No registration required.
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Public Library of New London
63 Huntington Street
New London, CT 06320
860-447-1411
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