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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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Achieve your career and educational goals! To learn more about Learning Express, click HERE.
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Check out portable WiFi from the library! To learn more about HotSpots, click HERE.
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
White Rage: the unspoken truth of our racial divide
by Carol Anderson
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Young Adult
Fiction
Solo
by Kwame Alexander
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Young Adult
Non-Fiction
A Dog in the Cave: the wolves who made us human
by Kay Frydenborg
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The Purloining of Prince Oleomargarine
by Mark Twain and Philip Stead
Children's Fiction
Sparkle Boy
by Leslie Newman
Children's Non
Fiction
Motor Girls: how women took the wheel and drove boldly into the twentieth century
by Sue Macy
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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:
Michele Staino:
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American Assassin
Jigsaw
The Foreigner
Victoria & Abdul
Come in and see our collection from the Connecticut Library Consortium...
Traveling collection: changing monthly!
Come and check them out!
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January 27 - February 10, 2018
@ THE PLNL!
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SAVE THE DATE:
Black History Film Festival:
with Lonnie Braxton
Every Friday
February 2 through February 23
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Black Film historian
Lonnie Braxton
will be leading an after-hours film series as part of the Library's celebration of Black History Month.
February 2 -
Fatal Flood
February 9 -
Honor and Duty
February 16 -
The Longoria Affair
February 23 -
Hidden Figures
This event is free and open to all.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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CALLING ALL PARENTS...
Take Your Child to the Library Day!
For more information, please click
HERE.
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ATTENTION Local Authors:
To apply, please click
HERE.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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Tuesday, January 30
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Senator Paul Formica and Representative Chris Soto will be at
the Public Library of New London.
Come and take advantage of the opportunity to meet with lawmakers to
discuss state issues and the upcoming legislative session.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Community Forum
New London Police Department
Wednesday, January 31
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The New London Police Department, in collaboration with the Public Library
of New London, will host a community forum to solicit invaluable feedback
and discussion from New London residents and various community
stakeholders on community/police relations and various other topics.
The purpose of this forum is to discuss initiatives and opportunities
for NLPD to enhance its relationship with our community.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Ayurveda Workshop:
The Science of Life
Ayurveda is an ancient medical system of India that encompasses the healing of the mind, body and soul through diet, lifestyle and yoga.
Come join certified holistic health counsellor and yoga teacher
Rachna Tewari for an introductory workshop on Ayurveda.
During this workshop you will:
Learn about the history & philosophy of Ayurveda
Learn the science of Ayurveda
Take a dosha quiz
Registration is not required. Workshop is free and open to all.
For more information, please click HERE.
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An Afternoon with a Dog Listener:
Understanding Your Best Friend
Sunday, January 28
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
If you want to gain a much better understanding of your dog and
its challenging behaviors, this session led by Phil Klein, Certified Dog Listener is for you.
Bring your questions, but not your dog for an informative, fun session!
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Usual Suspects Mystery Bookclub
Monday, January 29
5:45 pm - 7:00 pm
Do you enjoy a good mystery?
Join us for the Usual Suspects Mystery Bookclub.
This month's book selection is:
The Mangle Street Murders
by M.R.C. Kasasian
Books are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Genealogy Club
Tuesday, January 30
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Have you ever wanted to explore your family history?
Let's learn our history together!
Join the Genealogy Club to access genealogical resources
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Mental Health First Aid
Thursday, February 1
and Friday, February 2
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Mental Health First Aid course is appropriate for anyone 18 years
and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be
experiencing
a mental health related crisis or problem.
Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions.
This is a 2 day workshop, participants who attend both sessions will get a certificate of completion on the 2nd day.
Workshop presented by:
Registration for this event is required.
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English Conversation Group
Come along to make new friends and improve your English!
Friendly and informal English conversation groups meet at the library.
This event is free to attend and open to the public.
For more information, please click HERE.
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Free Zumba Classes
January 25 through February 15
Join us for some fitness FUN!
Zumba Fitness is a Latin-inspired dance/fitness program which includes
the exciting Latin and international dance rhythms.
Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers and be sure to bring a water bottle. Before you start any exercise program, it is recommended that you check with your physician.
Classes will be taught by a certified Zumba Instructor.
This event is free to attend and open to the public.
Register to attend NOW.
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Grant Database Training for Nonprofits
Did you know that the library has access to information on 100,000 grantmakers and more than 3 million grants?
Sign up for this class to learn how to access and harness this information for the greater good of your non profit organization.
Space is limited to 10 people and registration is required.
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The Rise and Fall (?) of the Opioid Epidemic
The Opioid Epidemic is claiming more American lives every year.
The misuse and abuse of opioids is an issue that must be addressed.
Presenter
Dr. Michael Saxe, an Emergency Physician with 32 years of experience in Connecticut, will explain the history of opioid drugs, the
causes and impact of today's Opioid Epidemic, and what must be done
by healthcare providers and laypeople to end this deadly crisis.
This presentation is free and open to the public.
Registration is encouraged.
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Empower Together
Join us for this library program featuring books, arts & crafts,
movies and more for people who are disabled.
This program presents an opportunity for the participants to continue
pursuing their natural desire to learn, experience stories, and share
opinions and feelings.
Please let us know if you are bringing a group
so that we can prepare accordingly.
All materials provided and the program is free to attend.
For more information, please click HERE.
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Introduction to Natural Medicine:
How to Manage Cold & Flu Season
The flu epidemic is upon us!
What can we do to protect ourselves?
Dr. Kaitlyn Staal ND, warmly known as Dr. Kat, will teach about common foods, herbs, teas, tinctures and other tricks to boost the immune system to ward off disease causing viruses and bacteria. Learn how to prevent and treat colds and flu and the essentials to stock your pantry and "medicine cabinet" to keep you and your family healthy during flu season and all year long.
This program is free and open to the public.
For more information, please click HERE.
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Saturday Movie
for Teens...
For more information please click
HERE.
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Teen Tuesdays:
Movie Time!
For more information please click
HERE.
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For more information please click
HERE.
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Family Fun- Winter
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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Milk & Cookies
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Art Behind the Story
For more information, please click
HERE.
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Tween Thursday
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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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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Public Library of New London
63 Huntington Street
New London, CT 06320
860-447-1411
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