Library Hours
Monday & Wednesday: 10:00 - 7:00
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 10:00 - 4:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 2:00
Library Closed
Saturday, August 14th in Closed for Mystic Outdoor Art Festival
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A Message from Executive Director Chris Bradley |
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Greetings!
It’s August, time for the Annual Mystic Outdoor Art festival. The Chamber of Commerce reminds us that they are still looking for volunteers on Saturday, August 14 and Sunday August 15. If you can help out, click here to see what is available and the open slots.
Also, don’t forget that the library is always closed on the Saturday of the Art Festival (it’s about that parking thing)!
Unfortunately, August is also the time for weeds! I’m sure that you all have plenty of your own, but if you can spare an hour on Friday August 13th, please let me know. I will be pulling from 9:00 to 10:00 and would love to have some company.
Thank you,
Chris Bradley
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Pick up one (or both) of our new cat stickers at the circulation desk! Commemorate your visit to the Library with a sticker of Matilda or Violet. Proceeds help support the Library. One sticker for $5 or both for $8. Thank you for your support! |
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Virtual: History Book Club
Monday, August 9 at 7 PM
For more information contact:
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CLAMS Book Club
Meeting in Ames Room
Monday, August 9 & 23 at 7 PM,
For more information contact: Sally Salancy
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Donate to the Mystic & Noank Library
The Mystic & Noank Library receives less than 30% of our annual funding from state and local government allocations. We must rely on philanthropy for the balance of our operating income (over 70%) in order to maintain the same high quality programs and services for our patrons.
Every dollar is critical in our efforts to provide engaging, inspiring and creative programming and services for our community. Please support Mystic & Noank Library today!
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Film Club: We Want to Hear From You! |
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Digital Program: Local Authors Writing Workshop Series
Monday, August 2 at 7:00 PM
Local author Leslie M Browning, and founder of the small press Homebound Publications based in Stonington, will close our local authors writing workshop series with this introduction to publishing with a small press. Learn more about the important role small presses have in today's publishing landscape.
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Outdoor Yoga Class
Wednesday 4,11 & 18
Saturday 7, 14 & 21
at 10:00 AM
We invite you to join us and Chelsea from Bluebird Yoga for an all levels (beginner friendly) yoga practice on the Library grounds. Please bring your own equipment. Masks will be required.
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Digital Program:
Music for the Birds
Thursday, August 5 at 7:00 PM
Jeffrey Engel will present several musical works by bird loving composers of the past 400 years in this musical celebration of this year's Summer Reading theme:
Tails & Tales.
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Digital Program:
Cat Behavior 101:
Monday, August 9 @ 7:00 PM
We welcome Dr. Rachel S. Geller, certified cat behaviorist, pet chaplain, and Fear Free Shelter specialist. She will give advice for developing and maintaining cat-and-owner harmony, providing you with insight on your cat's behavior, and answer all of your cat behavior questions.
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10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Thursday, August 12 @ 7:00 PM
Attend this in-person workshop training to learn the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's disease. We'll separate myth from reality and address commonly-held fears about Alzheimer's in America. Hear from people who have the disease and find out how to recognize the signs in yourself and others. Masks will be required.
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Roode Memorial Concert Series: Anna May
Thursday, August 19 @ 6:30 PM
Anna May is an indie singer-songwriter and Connecticut native. Her music is pure memory, meditation, and escapism, streaked with tones of jazz, along with fresh twists on folk music. Anna has performed at many notable venues, including the Wildflower Arts & Music Festival, the Boston Arts Festival, Folk Alliance International, Crying Wolf in Nashville, and many more. Anna's work has been featured in Medium, Thrive Global, Northern Public Radio, New Noise Magazine, among other publications.
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One Book One Region:
A Community Book Discussion
Monday, August 23 @ 7:00 PM
Join us for an in-person book discussion of this year's One Book One Region selection for Southeastern Connecticut: Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu. We will co-host this event with our neighbors, Bank Square Books, who will also provide copies for purchase to all who would like them. Masks will be required.
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Digital Program:
Become A Fair Housing Advocate
Wednesday Aug 25 @ 6:00 PM
Please join us for an advocacy workshop where you will be able to learn about some of the major issues and barriers many face with housing, and identify ways you can help! The Connecticut Fair Housing Center's Education and Outreach Coordinator, Rashida Rattray, will walk us through a brief history of the fight for housing equity and provide resources on how you can better support agencies working toward this goal.
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Digital Program:
Upcycling Textiles Meet-Up
Monday, August 30 @ 4:00 PM
Come join us once a month to brainstorm and create new fashion from old garments, extend the life of your clothes with mending and enhancements, and help the environment by keeping textiles out of the landfill. All ages welcome. No sewing skills necessary.
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Digital Program:
Guided Somatic Mindfulness Meditations
Tuesdays @ 3:00 PM
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Pamala Lewis co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation.
This class is for beginners, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice.
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Book Writers Group
Wednesday, August 4 & 18
@ 6:00 PM
Whether you're all finished with 50,000 words from National Novel Writing Month and want to go to the next step, need to make the finishing touches on a manuscript, or you're just getting started, one of the best ways to keep going is to work with a group of other writers with their own projects and pursuits to keep you motivated. Sign up for a workshop slot and get serious about getting published. Masks will be required.
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Tech Help Appointment
Throughout August
Now offering in person tech help.
Book a librarian for free, accessible, and helpful guidance in person or remotely via Zoom for tech or other research help Appointments are 30 mins long. Fill out the form below and we will follow up by email as soon as possible with the next available appointment time. Masks are required.
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English Language Conversation Class with Literacy Volunteers
Tuesdays at 12 PM
Join the Literacy Volunteers of Washington County for English Language Conversation Classes outside on the MNL Lawn (weather permitting).
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Safety PAWtrol presented by CHS
Monday, August 2 @ 10:30 AM
The Connecticut Humane Society presents a fun program for families. This classroom program will provide the tools needed to be safe around pets, with an emphasis on kindness and focusing on how we can kindly interact with them. Great program for kids ages 5 to 11. Masks will be required.
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DPNC Presents Owl Babies
Tuesday, August 3 @10:30 AM
Owl Babies by Martin Waddell brings us to an owl's nest with three owlette's missing their mother.
Meet a resident owl to learn about the life cycle and adaptation of real Connecticut owls! Masks will be required.
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Family Storytime on MNL Lawn
Wednesday, August 4 10:30 AM
Join us for an in-person, outdoor 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. Masks will be required.
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Cool-ology Presents:
Coding and Robotics Lab
Wednesday, August 4 @ 4:00 PM
Participants in this class will explore the fundamentals of unplugged coding concepts and robotics. We’ll investigate algorithms, ASCII binary code, and looping. Children will code mini robots including Dash, Cue, Sphero, and Bee Bots! Masks will be required.
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LAAM Presents an
Art Workshop for Kids
Thursday, Aug 5 @ 10:30 AM
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Family Yoga on the Library Lawn
Friday, August 6, 13 & 20
@ 10:00 AM
Join us for family yoga on the Library lawn. This is a joyful way for children to explore movement and develop physical skills, learn yoga poses through active imagination, and creatively channel energy by following movement instruction and practicing calming moments. Masks are required.
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Jester Jim Show for Families
Wednesday, August 11 @ 10:30 AM
With a trunk full of props and a looping machine, Jester Jim takes the stage and starts his show. Young and old will be glued to his every sound as he performs his amazing beatbox intro. Masks are required.
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Digital Program: Food Explorers
Wednesday, August 11 @ 3:00 PM
Join Food Explorers to make No Churn Ice-Cream and Hot Fudge Sauce! You don’t need an ice-cream maker for this recipe, which comes together in a flash. You will need an electric hand-held or stand mixer.
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Kindermusik on the
Library Lawn with Miss Molly
Thursday, August 12 @ 10:30 AM
Get ready to shake your tail while we sing, dance, and play, in the shade of the library lawn with Kindermusik with Miss Molly. Come connect with your tiny human and discover the joy & magic of music. For infants, toddlers, and young children up to 5yrs old and their loving grown-up(s). Masks will be required.
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Hoopla: Music, Movies, eBooks and Audiobooks
Kanopy: Video streaming service featuring a wide array of films including the Criterion Collection & The Great Courses
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The Mystic & Noank Library | 860-536-7721 | www.mysticnoanklibrary.org |
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