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IN THIS ISSUE...
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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
OneClick!
OneClickDigital Collection
OR check out a digital magazine using Zinio!
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NEW TO THE LIBRARY:
Sign up for text messages from the library! To learn more about Shoutbomb, click
HERE.
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Learn a new language with us! To learn more about Mango, click HERE.
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Check out portable WiFi from the library! To learn more about HotSpots, click HERE.
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way to find out about and keep track of everything going on
at the Public Library of New London and around town?
Sign up today: click HERE!
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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!
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Adult Non Fiction
Fascism: a warning
by Madeleine Albright
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Young Adult
Fiction
Puddin'
by Julie Murphy
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Young Adult
Non-Fiction
For Everyone
by Jason Reynolds
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Everything is Mama
by Jimmy Fallon
Children's Non
Fiction
Proud: living my American dream
by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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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:
Katryna Pierce:
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Also... Come in and see our collection from the Connecticut Library Consortium...
Traveling collection: changing monthly!
Come and check them out!
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October 27 - November 10, 2018
@ THE PLNL!
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Happening NOW!
Adopt-A-Book
Adopt-A-Book runs from:
Wednesday, October 24 through Friday, December 21
We welcome you to help the library build its book collection.
An assortment including fiction, non-fiction, young adult, children's,
and spanish language books will be on display for patrons to "adopt" (purchase)
for the library.
A commemorative book plate will be placed in the book and the
adopting
patron
gets to be the first to check the book out of the library!
This is a great gift for the person who has everything!
For more information, please click
HERE.
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THIS WEEKEND:
Do-It-Yourself Festival
Saturday, October 27
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Do-It-Yourself Festival celebrates New London's innovative do-it-yourself spirit.
We've invited practitioners, hobbyists, artists, and volunteers to share their passions and give our community members a chance to learn something new.
The free festival will include hands-on activities, live demonstrations, handmade items, and more--all of which will be presented by your fellow New Londoners!
Stop by and learn from your friends and neighbors.
We can't wait to see all the talent in New London County!
The event is free to attend.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Calling all USA Military Veterans
SPECIAL EVENT:
Honoring our Veterans!
Photographs needed by November 6, 2018
to be displayed November 12, 2018.
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English for Speakers of Other Languages
Every Monday through Thursday
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
English for Speakers of Other Languages Program:
English classes for those whose native language is not English have been
offered at New London Adult Education since 1910, helping thousands of
adults enter the mainstream of American life.
Classes will be held at the Library Monday through Thursday.
La escuela para adultos de New London ofrece a la comunidad clases de inglés de manera GRATUITA. Las clases se llevarán a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de New London durante todo el año, de lunes a jueves a las 9:30am. No es necesario registrarse.
La escuela para adultos de New London ha ofrecido clases de inglés desde 1910, ayudando a miles de personas a adaptarse a la vida en los Estados Unidos.
This class is available year-round and is offered FREE of charge.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Genealogy Club
Monday, October 29
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Have you ever wanted to explore your family history?
Join the Genealogy Club to access genealogical resources and
Ancestry.com
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Let's learn our history together!
The event is free to attend.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Eastern CT Paranormal Program
Monday, October 29
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Are you scared of things that go bump in the night?
Don't be afraid! Investigate and educate!
Melissa Whited, A.S., Investigator & Karuna Reiki Practioner with
the Eastern CT Paranormal Society, will be at our library showcasing how
Paranormal Activity is investigated and the science behind it, including
hard - indisputable evidence!
With the equipment on display and a true Paranormal Investigator available
for discussion, participants can get a real feel for what it's like to track
paranormal activity.
The event is free to attend.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Best Practices
for Performance Reviews
Friday, November 2
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Why should I do performance reviews?
How do I write a performance review?
How should I communicate a performance review?
How can I avoid common mistakes in performance reviews?
Performance reviews are one of your most effective tools for managing
your workforce and protecting your organization from employment-related
legal claims. Join us for this workshop to learn how to write and conduct
performance reviews that work for you and your employees. Whether you're a
long-time manager or evaluating your employees for the first time, this
workshop will provide you with practical tips to ensure a successful and
legally compliant performance review process.
Presenters:
Priya Morganstern, Director, Hartford Program, Pro Bono Partnership's services in Connecticut
and
attorneys Robb Jenkins & Alicia Perrault from Pratt & Whitney.
This program is sponsored by the Pro Bono Partnership.
The event is free to attend.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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New London History Series with Sally Ryan
Scheduled for various Mondays,
September 17 through November 5
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Sally Ryan returns for her popular History of New London series!
Each week, Sally will cover a different era of New London history.
Learn about your city!
Sept. 17 -The CT Colony and Pequot War
Sept. 24-New London's Early Years: 1646 -1775
Oct. 1-The Revolutionary War
Oct. 15-Whaling 1820-1860
Oct. 22-Railroads and Industrial Revolution
Nov. 5-1938 Hurricane to the Present
This program is free to attend.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Strategic Planning for Non-Profits
Tuesday, November 6
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
What will the future bring? Is your current path secure?
Are there major changes in the offing that will dramatically impact your operations?
Imagining the future is only half of the equation.
Anticipating those changes and plotting your course for success will insure the sustainability and growth of your organization.
In this interactive workshop, we'll walk through the planning process
and help you rough out a high-level plan for your organization.
Workshop Presenter:
Tom Gezo, PMP is a business adviser and project
management professional specializing in putting strategy into action.
Registration is required to attend this program.
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The Ever-Expanding Amazon Prime
Wednesday, November 7
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join this discussion to learn the pros and cons of Amazon Prime
and the multiple benefits that come along with using it.
Amazon Prime can do more for you than simply expedite your shipping for free,
and is continually expanding its services and perks.
We will help you discover whether getting Amazon Prime is right for you,
and how to make better use of your existing Prime account.
This program is free to attend.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Appeal Season/ Funding Consult
Friday, November 9
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
The most critical function in a nonprofit is development; the last job filled and the first one cut.
Register or drop-in to ask your funding questions.
Walk away with a new tools to help fund your nonprofit.
Registration is required.
This program is free to attend.
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Gentle Yoga
Saturday, November 10
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free 40 Minute yoga for all ages!
Healthy snack provided after session.
*Attire can be athletic or loose comfortable clothing.
*Bring a Yoga mat or thick padding for kneeling if needed.
Although children are encouraged to participate, there will be an
optional activity table available while session occurs.
This program is free to attend.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Teen Tuesday - October
For more information about October 30, please click
HERE.
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Teen Tuesday - November
For more information about November 6, please click
HERE.
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Family Fun: Halloween Parade
For more information please click
HERE.
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Read, Sing, Play
For more information please click
HERE.
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Bilingual Story Time
For more information please click
HERE.
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Brick Builders
For more information please click
HERE.
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READ to a Therapy Dog
For more information please click
HERE.
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After School Adventures
For more information please click
HERE.
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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
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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
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