Library Hours Beginning October 1st:
Monday & Wednesday: 10:00 - 7:00
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 10:00 - 4:00
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This Fall the Friends of the Library are fundraising with a series of six two-week auctions. Beginning October 1st, stop by the Library to see The Friends' online auction items!
The first set of items will be available to view in the Library's display case near the circulation desk from October 1st - October 10th. Additional auction items will be on display in the Ames Room. All auction items can be purchased by bidding online here.
The auctions will begin on Tuesday and continue until the second Saturday. A second auction with all new items will begin October 13th. The final auction will end on Dec. 19.
Auction items will be on display at the Mystic & Noank Library at 40 Library Street in Mystic CT. We hope you will help the Friends of the Library by supporting our auctions with your bids! The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library raise funds to help the Library provide services, programs and materials to better serve the community.
Email the Friends at Friends@mysticnoanklibrary.org for further information.
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Friends of the Library Book Sale!
Stop by to check out the bestselling titles that have recently been added to the Friends Book Sale! New titles are put out regularly for just $1 or $2 each.
Visit the Friends of the Library book sale on the first floor of the Library at the base of the stairs.
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The Library strives to offer entertaining, educational, and informative resources and programs for all ages. Help us respond to your wants and needs by filling out this short survey.
For a chance to win a $50 Go Local gift card from the Mystic Chamber of Commerce, provide your email address at the bottom of the survey.
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Help Charter Oak Credit Union Give Away $100,000 in 100 days to Mystic & Noank Library
Charter Oak Credit Union will match all qualified* charitable donations made between today and Wednesday, November 25, 2020 to Mystic & Noank Library.
Please click here to read qualifying information and to access the form to be submitted to MNL along with your contribution.
We hope this Matching Gifts program will inspire you to make a thoughtful gift to Mystic & Noank Library so we will be able to further our mission of positively impacting the community in which we live.
Thank you so much for your incredible support of
Mystic & Noank Library!
*Donations must be at least $25 and will be matched in increments of
$25 ($25, $50, $75, and $100, etc.); Charter Oak Credit Union will match up to a maximum of $500 per Charter Oak Credit Union member during
these 100 days.
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Virtual: History Book Club
For more information contact:
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Virtual: CLAMS Book Club
Monday, October 5 & 19 at 7 PM, discussing:
For more information contact: Sally Salancy
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Adult Digital Programming
Registration is required for all programs.
To protect the security of the meeting, the join link will be provided the day of the meeting via email. You can find more resources about how to use Zoom, a video conferencing program, on their website.
Please contact Erik at ecaswell@mysticnoanklibrary.org for more information or with questions about how to attend digital library programs.
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Digital Program:
Guided Meditation Group
Tuesdays in
October at 3:00 PM
You will be gently guided in body-centered meditations, including mindfulness of breathing and a focus on relaxation of the body at rest. Our guide is Pamala Lewis, who teaches guided meditations and Mindful Yoga at the Mystic Y, is the coordinator of the New London Community of Mindfulness. No prior experience necessary.
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Book a Librarian
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in October
Book a librarian (remotely or in person) for free, accessible, and helpful guidance via phone or Zoom on tech or other research help. Appointments are 30 mins long.
If Meeting In Person:
To protect staff and library patrons from risk of COVID-19 infections, the following safety measures will be taken: (1) only 1 patron per appointment (2) socially distanced appointments will be conducted with a plexiglass divider (3) exchange of devices will be limited without direct person-to-person contact and (4) devices must be sanitized prior to and after appointments.
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Digital Program:
Free Ebooks and Audiobooks
Monday, October 5 at 4:00 PM
Take this refresher course on using the Libby and RBDigital apps so you can start accessing thousands of free ebooks and audiobooks from the comfort of your home. Learn how to search for specific titles, authors, or genres, and then place holds, checkout materials, and start reading (or listening)! Access all the electronic materials available to you through your library system.
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Digital Program:
Book Writers Group
Wednesday, October 7 at 6:00 PM
Come join a committed writing group: the Book Writers!
Before each meeting, we read two pieces of writing from a group member. Then, we get together, discuss, critique, and share our reactions and feedback. Please contact Erik at the Library to learn how to access the next meeting's workshop piece.
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Digital Program: Skills for Stress!
Saturday, October 17 at 11:00 AM
Join us with Francine Figueroa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, to learn and practice healthy skills for stress management. These skills are informed by cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) practices. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the seminar.
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Digital Program:
Mystic Conversations on Race
Monday, October 19 at 6:00 PM
This intentional book club, Mystic Conversations on Race (MyCOR), is intended for people who understand that the toxicity of historic and contemporary racism must be confronted.
View MyCOR's reading schedule here.
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Digital Program:
Author Talk: The State of Science
Thursday, October 22 at 4:00 PM
Join us for this timely book talk with Marc Zimmer, Professor of Chemistry at Connecticut College. In his new book, The State of Science, Zimmer discusses the biggest problems faced by science today: the politicization and perversion of facts. The State of Science shows its audience where science is, where it is heading, and which scientists are at the forefront of progress.
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Write Job Winning Cover Letters
Session 1:
Monday, October 26 at 4:00 PM
Learn the anatomy of a well-crafted cover letter, read sample letters that impressed hiring managers at various companies, find resources to help you learn more, and discuss common struggles with writing cover letters. Participants will then take what they've learned to write practice cover letters for a specific job listing for the next session.
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Digital Fall Wellness Series with Dr. Kathleen Cannon:
Gut Health and Food Sensitivities
Wednesday, October 28 at 4:00PM
Did you know your digestive system plays a big role in your overall health? It impacts your immune system, your brain, your joints, and even more. In addition, food sensitivities may add chronic stress not only to your gut, but also to your body as a whole. Time will be available for questions.
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Children & Teen Digital Programming
Registration is required for all programs.
To protect the security of the meeting, the join link will be provided the day of the meeting via email. You can find more resources about how to use Zoom, a video conferencing program, on their website. |
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Outside Storytimes!
Saturday, October 3,10,24 & 31
at 10:30 AM
Come to the Mystic & Noank Library for a special socially distant storytime on the library lawn! Bring a picnic blanket, a snack, and your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories! Best for ages 2-5. Registration required. We will practice social distancing and masks will be required.
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Digital Program: Writing the
College Application Essay
Class 2:
Thursday, October 1 @ 6:30PM
Get feedback from a writing tutor and others in the meeting on draft essays. Participants will discuss and reflect on what challenges they had while writing, what they'd like to change, and whether or not they want to try a new topic. Close with some stress reduction tips about the college application process.
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How to Pay for College
Thursday, October 8 at 6:30 PM
Worried about affording astronomical tuition fees? Wondering how much student debt is too much to pay back? Start planning with the help of a financial expert. Join us with Chelsea Groton Bank's Community Educator to learn how to pay for college and navigate the process of applying, paying, consolidating, and more.
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Magic Show with Ed Popielarczyk on the Library Lawn!
Saturday, October 17 at 3:30 PM
Come to the Mystic & Noank Library for a special socially distant Magic Show with Ed Pop on the library lawn! Saturday, October 17th at 3:30 pm. Bring a picnic blanket, or chairs and enjoy Ed Pop's magic!. We will be observing social distance and masks will be required. Registration required. Weather permitting.
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Digital Program: Cool-ology®: Spooky Halloween STEAM program
Friday, October 23 at 4:00 PM
Are you ready for some spooky science? Halloween is just around the corner, so let's celebrate the holiday with safe, easy experiments and demonstrations that will amaze, entertain, and educate!!
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Trick-or-Treat at the Library
Saturday, October 31
from 10 AM to 4 PM
Children of all ages are welcome to stop by the Library on Halloween and pick up your grab and go Halloween activity kit and goody bag in the Ames Room while supplies last!
We are open from 10 to 4!
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RB Digital: Audiobooks, eBooks, magazines & newspapers
Kanopy: Video streaming service featuring a wide array of films including the Criterion Collection & The Great Courses
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Donate to the Mystic & Noank Library
Please support Mystic & Noank Library Today!
Every dollar is critical in our efforts to provide engaging, inspiring and creative programming and services for our community. Thank you!
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