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Digital Collection:

Can't get to the library?  Use our 
e-resources from the comfort of your own home!

Check out our digital catalog using Overdrive.

Download books and audio books to your 
e-reader, tablet or phone all with 
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OR check out a digital magazine using Zinio!

NEW TO THE LIBRARY:
 
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If you have any questions about these or other services provided by the library, please feel free to give us a call at (860) 447-1411.
     

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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!  
 
 

NEW TO THE LIBRARY!
 
 
Adult Fiction
 
 
The One
by John Marrs

Adult Non Fiction
 


Armed in America: a history of gun rights from colonial militias to concealed carry
by Patrick J. Charles

Young Adult
Fiction


Smoke in the Sun
by Renee Ahdieh

Young Adult
Non-Fiction


Steve Jobs: insanely great
by Jessie Hartland

Children's 
Chapter books

Sunny: can he make the move to make new moves?
by Jason Reynolds


Children's Fiction
 
Love
by Matt De La Pena
 
 
Children's Non  Fiction
 
Saving Endangered Animals
by Jilly Hunt

CAKE PANS AVAILABLE 
TO TAKE HOME!

EVERY DAY,
ALL THE TIME.

Love to bake, but tired of the same old cake pans?
Come check out our collection of cake pans available to check out of the library.  
All you need is a current library card!

Baking is FUN! 
Make some edible memories with your children.

If any questions, please feel free to contact us!
Contact:
 Michele Staino: 
860-447-1411,

 

NEW MOVIES

Super Troopers 2


Winchester

Chappaquiddick


Overboard


Also... Come in and see our collection from the Connecticut Library Consortium...

Traveling collection: changing monthly!

Come and check them out!

August 4 - August 18, 2018
@ THE PLNL!

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LIBRARY NEWS

Now Available at The Library:
August 2 through September 4.
 
The library has a copy of an environmental assessment of
the National Coast Guard Museum Project
done by Milone & MacBroom.


The public can consult the document between August 2 and September 4.
The report is being kept at the Reference Desk.
Guess What?
 
 
Summer Reading is HERE!
Click on the links below for more information.

Adult:              Teen:            Children:
        
 
Come and rock out 
with us!
Do you use Amazon for your online shopping?
If so, please remember us!
 
 
Your shopping makes a difference!
 
Do your regular Amazon shopping at
and Amazon donates to The Public Library of New London!
 
Thank you for your support!
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ADULT EVENTS

Gentle Yoga
Saturday, August 4
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Free 40 Minute yoga for all ages!

Healthy snack provided after session.

Recommendations:
*Attire can be athletic or loose comfortable clothing.
*Yoga mat or thick padding for kneeling if needed.

Although children are encouraged to participate there will be an optional
activity table available while the session occurs.

Note: There will be an optional 10-minute meditation after practice
for anyone interested.

Registration is required.
Register NOW.
For more information, please click   HERE.
  
Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411,   [email protected]
One-on-One Technology Help
Tuesday, August 14
10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Need help creating a resume?
Interested in finally uploading all the photos from your smartphone to Facebook?
Come to our One-on-One Technology Help session in the Adult reading area!

Our library assistants will help all patrons with basic computer issues in a
relaxing, helpful, and encouraging environment. Our assistants can help with
issues on our public laptops or on your own laptop or device. Any tech help
requiring more than 5 minutes of assistance will only be available during
this scheduled time period.

Registration is not required and walk-ins are welcome. 
For more information, please click   HERE.
  
Contact: Thomas Kramer: 860-447-1411,    [email protected]
Social Welfare:
Learn About Resources Available In New London
Wednesday, August 15
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Alison Konow from Catholic Charities Diocese will be at the library
to talk about resources available in New London.


Registration is not required.
For more information, please click   HERE.
  
Contact: Thomas Kramer: 860-447-1411,  [email protected]
Invasive Plants: An Introduction
Wednesday, August 15
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

What are invasive plants, and why are they a bad thing?

This program will answer these questions, and help participants recognize
the most common invasive plants growing in southeastern Connecticut.
The program will also touch briefly on native plants and soils.
Handouts and a list of resources for further information will be provided.

Instructor: Susan H. Munger  served for ten years as the UConn Master Gardener Coordinator for New London County in the Norwich Extension Center. She is also the author of  Common To This Country: Botanical Discoveries of Lewis & Clark,  and is a member of the New London sustainability team.

The program is being offered through:
the City of New London SustainableCT team.

Registration is not required.
For more information, please click   HERE.
  
Contact: Madhu Gupta: 860-447-1411,   [email protected]
Empower Together
Thursday, August 16
9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Join us twice a month for our Empower Program, which is geared toward adults
with disabilities. This is more than just storytime; each session will involve a new, engaging hands-on activity!

This week, stop in for a painting session with artist Kimberly Amoroso.

Registration is not required. If you are bringing a group,
please give us a call so that we are properly prepared.
For more information, please click   HERE.
  
Contact: Thomas Kramer: 860-447-1411,    [email protected]
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TEEN EVENTS

Teen DIY Sock Plushie
For more information please click  HERE.
 
Contact: Katryna Pierce, (860) 447-1411, [email protected]
  Teen Music Jeopardy
For more information please click  HERE.
 
Contact: Katryna Pierce, (860) 447-1411, [email protected]
Teen Wizarding` Scavenger Hunt
For more information please click  HERE.
 
Contact: Katryna Pierce, (860) 447-1411, [email protected]
Teen Music Performance With Alec Leshy
For more information please click  HERE.
 
Contact: Katryna Pierce, (860) 447-1411, [email protected]
Teen Ice Cream Social,
and Raffle Winners Chosen
For more information please click  HERE.
 
Contact: Katryna Pierce, (860) 447-1411, [email protected]
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CHILDREN'S EVENTS

Summer Stories

 For more information, please click  HERE.

Contact: Michele Staino: 860-447-1411, or [email protected]
Tech Tuesday

Registration is required.  Please register  HERE.

Contact: Michele Staino: 860-447-1411, or [email protected]
Movie & Munchies: From Page to Screen

 For more information, please click  HERE.

Contact: Michele Staino: 860-447-1411, or [email protected]
Rock 'n' Read

 For more information, please click  HERE.

Contact: Michele Staino: 860-447-1411, or [email protected]
African Drumming with Felicia Hurley

For more information, please click  HERE.

Contact: Michele Staino: 860-447-1411, or [email protected]
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WEEKLY PROGRAMS

Chess Club
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Every Wednesday
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? 
Or, have you never played but want to learn?

  All are welcome, from beginners to advanced.
Location: Adult Reading Room
  
Contact: Madhu Gupta : 860-447-1411, or [email protected]

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.

Location: Board Room
  
Contact: Maritza Vargas : 860-447-1411, or  [email protected]

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