Library Hours
Monday & Wednesday: 10:00 - 7:00
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 10:00 - 4:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 2:00
Library Closed
Monday, July 5th in Observance of Independence Day
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A Message from Executive Director Chris Bradley |
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Greetings!
Ahh, summer, more time to read and to enjoy the outdoors, or you can do both at the same time with audiobooks.
If you have not already made the acquaintance of Hoopla, I encourage you to visit www.mysticnoanklibrary.org and use your library card to start downloading audiobooks.
Summer is the time for long rides on trains and boats and planes. What better companions could you have than your favorite authors? With Hoopla you may not find their latest work, but all the titles are immediately available, no wait list!
If you are having trouble downloading to your device, contact Erik Caswell (ecaswell@mysticnoanklibrary.org). Erik is simply the best at tech help for the rest of us!
Thank you,
Chris Bradley
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Virtual: History Book Club
Monday, June 12 at 7 PM
Discussing: The Lodger Shakespeare: His Life on Silver Street, by Charles Nicholl
For more information contact:
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CLAMS Book Club
Meeting in Ames Room
Monday, July 12 & 26 at 7 PM,
(Chapter 5 - End).
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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Adult Digital Programming
Registration is required for all programs.
To protect the security of the meeting, the join link will be provided the day of the meeting via email. You can find more resources about how to use Zoom, a video conferencing program, on their website.
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Adult Summer Reading Program
Sign up for summer reading and record books for our Adult Summer Reading Program. For every book you read between Monday, June 28th and Monday, August 9th you have the chance to win a Mystic Chamber of Commerce gift card!
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Film Club: We Want to Hear From You! |
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Local Authors Writing Workshop Series
Join us this summer for an in-person writing workshop series instructed by local authors. Each author will introduce participants to their published works, instruct on the craft of writing, and provide exercises and time to share writing related to their genre.
Monday, July 12 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
In this workshop, we'll explore the creation of fiction, as well as dive into some key elements: character, setting, dialogue, plot, and point of view. We'll talk about style, discipline, and what it takes to turn your idea into a novel.
Monday, July 26 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
This workshop will show you steps to take to look inward - in your own time - and discover how to use writing as a healing place and channel past pain points to forge a path for growth.
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Digital Program:
American Sign Language Basics
Thursday, July 8 - 29
Join us for a four-week series where you can learn the basics of American Sign Language (ASL). The course will be taught by Signing Basics, based in Springfield, MA.
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Outdoor Yoga Class
Wednesday July 14, 21 & 28
at 5:30 PM
Saturday 17, 24 & 31
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.
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Roode Memorial Concert Series: Craig Edwards
Thursday, June 17 @ 6:30 PM
Join us for the second show in our Roode Memorial Concert Series for musician Craig Edwards. Edward's performance will take listeners on a tour of American music on fiddle, bango, and guitar through the range of 19th and early 20th century styles that laid the groundwork for American popular music.
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Digital Program:
Guided Meditation Group
Tuesdays in July @ 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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Tech Help Appointment
Throughout July
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.
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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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Get Ready for Summer Reading!
Summer reading registration has begun! Packets can be picked up in the Children's Room. The Summer Reading Challenge takes place from
June 28th - August 9th.
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Outdoor Storytime
on the Library Lawn!
Saturday 7/3 & 7/10
Wednesday 7/14, 21 & 28
Join us on the MNL grounds for storytime! We will read together, sing songs, and have a craft that the family will take home. This program is weather depending. We ask that those who can wear a mask to wear them. We will observe social distancing.
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Animal Drawing Workshop
Thursday, July 1 @ 3:00 PM
Learn to draw cartoon animals on Zoom with award winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski. Kids will learn to draw a variety of our furry, hoofed and feathered friends in this Fun, interactive and popular library program.
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Family Yoga on the MNL Lawn
Fridays at 10:30 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.
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Animal Adventures
Tuesday, July 6 @ 10:30 AM
Meet a variety of animals, hear interesting stories and information about them on the library lawn.
Animal Adventures believes that education plays a vital role in the conservation of our planet and that learning should be fun and entertaining for all ages!
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Cool-ology Presents Minute to Win It For Kids!
Wednesday, July 7 at 4:00 PM
Can you ace our one-minute physics challenges? Find out at this interactive workshop as we compete in quick, fun games that explore inertia, motion and acceleration!
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Digital Program:
Food Explorers: Key Lime Pie
Thursday, July 8 @ 3:00 PM
Join Food Explorers to make Key Lime Pie! This tart and delicious pie is easier than you think.
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Project Oceanology Presents Marine Critter Bins
Friday, July 9 @ 3:00 PM
Students rotate in small groups between bins containing a variety of organisms from Long Island Sound. For each organism, students will make predictions about how the animals move, eat, and survive. Students will identify and discuss structures and behaviors that they think are adaptations.
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Digital Program:
Food Explorers: Blueberry Pie
Tuesday, July 13 @ 3:00 PM
Join Food Explorers to make Blueberry Pie…from scratch! You’ll be making your own pastry and delicious blueberry filling.
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Learn Ukulele with Julia: Workshop for Kids!
Monday, July 12 @ 3:30 PM
Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. Participants will learn how to tune, strum and read chords. After a short lesson, you'll be able to play some fun and easy songs. No experience necessary. Bring your own ukulele or borrow one of hers.
Ukulele Workshop for Teens @ 5:00 PM
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Meet Officer Heather McClelland and K9 Chase
Thursday, July 15 @ 10:30 AM
Come meet K9 Chase and Officer Heather McClelland from the Groton Town Police Department on the Library lawn!
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Sport Stacking with Speed Program
Friday, July 16 @ 3:00 PM
Participants stack cups in pre-determined sequences, by aligning the inside left lateral adjunct of each cup with that of the next. Players compete against the clock or another player. Registration required. Great for ages 7 and up.
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Padawan Training by the Saber Guild Kessel Temple
Saturday, July 17 @ 11:30 AM
The Saber Guild Padawan Training is geared towards younglings between the ages of 6 and 10 who are ready to start their Jedi training. Each trainee will be shown the basics of using the Force, and how to handle a lightsaber from a true Jedi Master.
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Fiddle N' Fun
Monday, July 19 @ 3:30 PM
Fiddle N' Fun provide unique, hands-on learning experiences through singing, movement, instruments, and much more!
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Cool-ology presents Artists and Makers STEAM Lab for Kids!
Tuesday, July 20 @ 4:00 PM
Participants who love to draw, paint, craft, and tell storieswill love using science to make art!
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Magic Show with Ed Pop!
Friday, July 23 @ 3:00 PM
Please join us on the library lawn for a Comedy Magic Show with Ed Pop!
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Music with Sarah
Monday, July 26 @ 3:30 PM
This is a fully involved family jam with ukuleles, percussion, bells and drums. Everyone gets to join the library band led by Sarah for kids songs, folk and pop sing a longs.
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Warm & Fuzzy Animal Adventures
Tuesday, July 27 @ 10:00 AM
Join us on the MNL grounds for Warm & Fuzzy Animal Adventures!
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Jester Jim Show for Families
Thursday, July 29 at 3:00 PM
With a trunk full of props and a looping machine, Jester Jim takes the stage and starts his show.
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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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