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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!

WEEKLY PROGRAMS

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.

 

   

 


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,


NEW TO THE LIBRARY!
 

Adult Fiction



  The Man without a Shadow


by Joyce Carol Oates


Adult Non Fiction
 



Such Good Girls: The Journey of the Holocaust's Hidden Child Survivors

by R.D. Rosen  


Young Adult



Unbecoming
 
by Jenny Downham  
 



Children's Fiction




by Kelly Jones




Children's
Non Fiction




Count Your Way Through Ireland

by Jim Haskins and Kathleen Benson





Express DVDs



Creed

DOPE

I Smile Back

Miss You Already

Mr. Holmes

Shaun the Sheep
Movie

Spectre

Suffragette

The 33

The Transporter Refueled





March 9 - March 23 @ THE PLNL!

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LIBRARY NEWS

Newsletter Change:

Please note: Our delivery date is changing from Wednesday mornings to Friday mornings.
The next delivery date will be March 18.
Look for us then!

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
 
Join us for:
An Afternoon with a Dog Listener


Sunday, March 13
2:00 pm  -  4:00 pm

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 

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3 ,   mgupta@plnl.org   
 
  
Winter Sundays  
 
  
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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ADULT EVENTS


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 .

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 , mgupta@plnl.org 
 
  

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 
 
  

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 

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3, mgupta@plnl.org  
 
  

Stress Relief Coloring Program for Adults
 
 
 
Tuesday, March 15
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

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3,    mgupta@plnl.org  
 


ABCs of Nonprofit Law 

 
Thursday, March 17 
9:30 am - 11:30 am
 
This important workshop is an overview of the key legal issues for nonprofit organizations, including board roles and responsibilities, proper state and federal filing requirements, sound corporate governance, political and lobbying activities, fundraising and revenue generating issues, and much more.

Presenter: Priya Morganstern, Director, Hartford Program, oversees the Pro Bono Partnership's services in Connecticut.

To register, please click HERE. 
 
Location: Community Room

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3,     mgupta@plnl.org  
 


One Book One Region
Book Discussion

 
Sunday, March 20
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
 

Join Lonnie Braxton and Dr. B Afeni McNeely Cobham to discuss the One Book One Region book selection Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.

 No registration is required.

Location: Community Room

Contact: Suzanne Maryeski: 860-447-1411 x5 or   smaryeski@plnl.org 
 


Usual Suspects: Mystery Book Club
Cover Her Face


 
Monday, March 21
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
 

Add a little more MYSTERY to your life.
This month's book:  Cover Her Face by P.D. James.

  Location: Local History Room

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 or mgupta@plnl.org 
 

 
Irish History Program:
Irish in America Film

  Tuesday, March 22
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
 
Join us to explore the history of the Irish immigrant experience in the United States of America. 

To register, please click HERE.  
  Location: Community Room

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 or  mgupta@plnl.org  
 

 
The Art of Sewing:
Sewing Classes for Beginners 
Wednesdays, March 23- April 27
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
 
Come to our six week series of classes to learn the basics of the machine, including threading the bobbin, choosing seams, and adjusting tension. Once you feel comfortable with the machine, you will learn how to make a small drawstring bag and other things. Leave the class confident in using your machine and with something to show for your hard work!

Pre-registration is required.
To register, please click HERE.
 

  Location: Community Room

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 or  mgupta@plnl.org  
 

 
Powerful Voices:
Connecticut Women Changing Democracy

Wednesday, March 23
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
 
Connecticut's history is filled with remarkable women who achieved extraordinary things. Discover the power your own voice can have!

Join us for an interactive multi-media program by the Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame, and learn about some of the state's powerful female voices for change in our democracy. 

No registration is required for this program.

  Location: Community Room

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 or  mgupta@plnl.org  
 

 
New London History Series
with Sally Ryan

New London

Wednesdays, March 23 - May 4
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
 
Join New London historian Sally Ryan and learn more about the history of New London.

    • March 23 -The CT Colony and Pequot War
    • March 30-New London's Early Years: 1646 -1775
    • April 6-The Revolutionary War
    • April 13-Whaling 1820-1860
    • April 20-NO CLASS
    • April 27-Railroads and the Industrial Revolution
    • May 4-1938 Hurricane to the Present

No registration is required for this program.

  Location: Community Room

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 or  mgupta@plnl.org  
 

 
Conversation with artist Nike Desis


Wednesday, March 23
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
 
Join us for an opening of an exhibit by local artist Nike Desis.
The artist will be present to talk about the inspiration and context of the work.
 
Ms. Desis is a co-founder of  FLUXspace in Philadelphia, an artist-run non-profit dedicated to exploring relevant cultural phenomena that is under-examined. Multiple catalogs from FLUXspace  and a coloring book by Nike Desis, Color Me Fierce, published by Quirk Books,  are included in the exhibit. 
  
Ms. Desis received a B.A. in Studio Art from Kenyon College in Gambier, OH,  was a member of the New Orleans Community Printshop and Darkroom and recently completed a residency at Grin City in Grinnell, IA. 

No registration is required. Light refreshments will be served.

Location: Adult Reading Room

Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411 x3 or  mgupta@plnl.org 
     

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TEEN EVENTS

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! 

This program is free.    
To register, please click here

Contact: Maritza Vargas: 860-447-1411 x6, mvargas@plnl.org 
   
  
  
Teen Tuesdays -
Living Board Game 

Tuesday, March 22 
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  
Come play a live action board game... PAC MAN! 

This program is free.    
To register, please click here.  

Contact: Maritza Vargas: 860-447-1411 x6, mvargas@plnl.org  
   
  
  
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CHILDREN'S EVENTS

  
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

Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4, jbartley@plnl.org



NL Community Orchestra Violin Lessons For Children        
 
                  
Wednesdays, March 9 and March 16
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.
 
Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4, jbartley@plnl.org

 

NL Community Orchestra Cello Lessons For Children        
 
                  
Wednesdays, March 9 and March 16
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.
 
Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4, jbartley@plnl.org

 

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.
 
Contact: Michele Belanger: 860-447-1411 x4 or  mbelanger@plnl.org
 

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.
 
Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4, jbartley@plnl.org

 
  
Read, Sing, Play 
 
Mondays, March 14 and March 21
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.

Contact: Michele Belanger: 860-447-1411 x4, mbelanger@plnl.org


  
Bilingual Story Time
  
 
Tuesdays, March 15 and March 22
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!

Contact: Michele Belanger: 860-447-1411 x4, mbelanger@plnl.org



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.
 
Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4, jbartley@plnl.org

 
  
Bedtime Stories
  
 
Tuesdays, March 15 and March 22
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.

Contact: Michele Belanger: 860-447-1411 x4, mbelanger@plnl.org


 
St. Patrick's Day Party 
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Thursday, March 17
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Children of all ages are invited to join us for a St. Patrick's Day Party. There will be games, a craft and a story. Stop by the library any time between 3 and 5pm.
 
Don't forget to wear green! 
 
No registration is required.
 
Location: Children's Reading Room
 
Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4, jbartley@plnl.org

 
 
Plant a Seed For Spring! 
Saturday, March 19
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Celebrate the arrival of spring by painting a pot and planting a seed.
Take it home and watch it grow!
 
Children of all ages are welcome.
No registration is required.
 
Location: Children's Reading Room
 
Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4, jbartley@plnl.org

 

Sunday Funday:
Tissue Paper Flowers!
                                  
Sunday, March 20
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: Create a beautiful flower out of colorful tissue paper  in anticipation of Spring.
 
Contact: Julie Bartley: 860-447-1411 x4,   jbartley@plnl.org

 
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