Scotland Public Library

21 Brook Rd.

P.O. Box 286

Scotland, CT 06264

860-423-1492

scotlandpubliclibrary.org

June 2023 Newsletter

Story Time

Thursday

June 1 & June 8

at 10 a.m.

Miss Jenn will have stories, crafts, and more.

These are the last 2 sessions until the fall, but consider joining our Summer Reading Program, beginning the week of June 20, when we will feature some Thursday morning All Ages Story Times.

Art Journaling

We meet on the 1st Friday of every month. Our next session is on Friday June 2 from 5-7 p.m. Join us to learn about this creative form of expression. Supplies will be provided - bring your imagination.

Tick Prevention

with the Eastern Highland Health District

Children and adults are welcome to join us on Thursday, June 15 at 10 a.m. A nurse from the Eastern Highland Health District will be here to talk about ways to protect yourself and your pets from ticks.

Find Your Voice Summer Reading Program

Children/Teens/Adults

All ages are welcome to participate in our Summer Reading Program.

Summer Reading

Kick Off Celebration

Join us on Saturday, June 24

at 10 a.m. for Sidewalk Chalk, Hula Hoops, and Snacks.

Summer Reading

Building Club

Tuesday, June 27 at 4 p.m.

We'll have building supplies so you can get creative.

Summer Reading

with CT Humane Society

Paws & Pages Story Time

Join us for an all ages Story Time as part of our Summer Reading Program.

This session on Thursday, June 29 at 10 a.m. is by the CT Humane Society and is about kindness.

***Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the Leo J. & Rose Pageau Trust.

Summer Reading

Painting Party

Teens and Adults are welcome to join us on Saturday, July 1 at 10 a.m.

We'll provide the supplies and instructions to get you started painting a summer-themed picture.

SIGNUPS required as space is limited.

Brooklyn, Canterbury

& Scotland Book Club

Join us on Tuesday, June 20 at 7 p.m. at Canterbury Public Library for our monthly book discussion. This month we are reading and discussing an ALL CT READS selection:

Hollow Fires by Samira Ahmed

Stop by the library for a copy of the book and make plans to join us for the discussion.

Needlecraft Group

Do you crochet, knit, or quilt? We are meeting with other crafters on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. Stop by with your latest project. All abilities are welcome.

Connecticut Science Center Discount Coupon

Stop by the library to get your coupon for 20% off general admission for up to 4 people at the CT Science Center in Hartford, CT. Coupon is also good for 10% off a membership.

Mystic Seaport Museum PASS

We have a PASS to the Mystic Seaport Museum that entitles 2 adults and 3 children a 50% discount on admission. Contact the library with any questions.

Mystic Aquarium Membership Discount

Planning a trip to the Mystic Aquarium? Consider picking up a pass at the library that will save you 15% off a Mystic Aquarium membership. Contact the library with any questions.

Seed Library

We have a Seed Library to help you get your 2023 growing season underway. Stop by to pickup flower, herb, and vegetable seeds. New packets have been added the inventory.

Free E-Reader App

Enjoy thousands of free eBooks, audiobooks, and more from your local library.

The Palace app offers you all the eBooks at the library in one easy-to-use app, so you can search once, find your title, and start reading in just a few taps.

To get started, download the Palace Project app on your device, select the Scotland Public Library, and enter your 13 digit library barcode from your library card and PIN from your Verso library account. Contact the library with any questions.