New Milford Public Library Newsletter - August 2026 | |
New Milford Cookbook
on Sale Starting Aug 21!
We are so excited to present this cookbook to you! We're having a special program at the library on Aug 21st in which you can buy the cookbooks for the first time. The program is about America's first published cookbook! Hope you can join us for the program and to buy our New Milford Cookbook!
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Author Chats Coming
Your Way!
We have a new library resource for you starting in August--virtual author talks--two each month! Our first talk is with Lucy Foley, the acclaimed author of Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel on August 27th at 2:00pm. Click the photo to sign up.
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Summer Fun in
New Milford Photo Contest
Show off your photography skills! Capture the vibrant moments, local events, and everyday joys that make summer in our community special for a chance to win prizes and be featured in our gallery. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a seasoned photographer, we invite you to share your unique perspective. Submit up to two original photos (printed 8″ x 10″) along with a completed entry form—available at the front desk or on our website. (Click on the flyer to be linked to the info on our website.) The deadline has been extended to
August 8th, with winners celebrated at our gallery opening on August 22. Let’s celebrate summer together!
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Ask a Master Gardener
August 8th 10:00am-12:00pm
Ask an expert all of your gardening questions. And soil pH testing is available.
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Tech-Talk
Tech-Talk is a premier collection of articles, videos, and webinars developed each week by top training experts for busy professionals, educators, and learners. It helps people stay current, relevant and productive using technology.
Tech-Talk also has a newsletter that patrons can sign-up for. Here is the link.
https://www.tech-talk.com/login/nmpl?login_code+nmpl
username: nmpl
password: nmpl
Live Tech-Talk Webinars:
- Outsmart Scams: Everyday Cyber Protection--Wednesday, August 5, 3:00 PM
- How to Use PowerPoint Sections & Table of Contents--Wednesday, August 19, 3:00 PM
Registration link for
Tech-Talk webinars: https://www.tech-talk.com/webinars?login_code=nmpl
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Library Services:
Poster Printer
- Large posters: $ 9.30, greater than 24″ by 18″ but equal to or less than 24″ by 36″ (matte paper)
- Medium posters: $ 7.00, equal to or less than 24″ X 18″ (matte paper)
- Email requests to posters@newmilfordlibrary.org.
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Interested in designing your own poster? We can show you how! Just book a Tech Help appointment to get started.
- **Please allow one week for the completion of posters.**
Large Format Cold Laminator
(24″ wide)
- Laminator fees are $ .20 per inch based on the amount of plastic sheathing used. The Laminator is 24″ wide.
- **Located on the 2nd floor ask staff at the Reference desk for assistance.**
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Don’t miss it! Our next big book sale will be Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8. As always, we will have a room full of books and other items at very low prices. Adult non-fiction covering a multitude of topics is sorted by category; adult fiction is alphabetical by author. We have a good selection of large print books. Children’s offerings include everything from board books to early readers to chapter books. The YA section boasts sci-fi, fantasy, graphic novels, and non-fiction. Also featured in this sale will be CDs and DVDs, puzzles, and a variety of back-to-school items.
If these dates conflict with vacation, or if you aren’t able to make the sale for another reason, keep in mind that there are always books available for purchase at the Friendly Finds area near the main desk. Sale proceeds fund many library programs.
We gratefully accept donations of books in good condition that you no longer need or want. Volunteers will be at the back entrance of the library every Saturday from 9:30 until Noon for assistance. (You can also return books that you previously purchased from the FRIENDS!) To learn more, visit our website at www.FONML.com or e-mail us at FONML001@gmail.com
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DID YOU KNOW?
Your library card can be stored digitally on your phone by choosing to use apps, such as Acorn, Express Checkout, Key Ring, Stocard, and cloudLibrary.
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Community Service Project for Knitters and Crocheters
We need your help! Knit or crochet hats, mittens, scarves and lap blankets to give to NM Social Services. Your simple act of kindness in the creating and giving of something handmade can bring a little warmth, comfort and joy to each recipient.
Call the library 860-355-1191 and ask for Jody for more information.
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Friendly Reminder
Please note that there is no parking along the sidewalk in the rear lot. Thank you.
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Reserve Museum Passes
New Milford residents can now reserve museum and cultural passes on our website. Reservations can be made up to three months ahead of time. You may also visit the library and check out an available pass. Out-of-town residents can also come into the library and check out passes. Special thanks to the Friends of NMPL for sponsoring these passes. Remember that these passes are loaned for three days only.
Danbury Railway Museum: Located in the heart of Danbury, the museum offers family-friendly rides aboard historic trains every weekend between April and December. With your library passes, you receive free admission for up to six visitors. https://www.danburyrail.org/
| |  | The Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA, contains many of the artist's famous works. With our passes, you'll receive a discounted rate of $10 each for two adults and children are free.www.nrm.org | | | | |
The library is hosting exhibitions from Gallery 25 artists Linda Parsloe, Liz Rosiello, and Annie Sadlon from July 10-August 20.
Interpretations
Brings together the work of three Gallery 25 artists whose distinct creative visions are united by a shared love of color, light and expression.
Linda Parsloe's fused glass artworks harness the luminous qualities of glass itself, transforming color, texture, and transparency into pieces that shift and come alive with changing light.
Liz Rosiello's floral and landscape paintings capture the beauty of nature through rich color and atmosphere, revealing moments of quiet wonder and connection.
Annie Sadlon's abstract compositions explore light, movement, and emotion, inviting viewers into a world of imagination and discovery.
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SCORE at the Library!
Have a business idea? Want to grow your business? SCORE volunteers can help. Make an one-on-one appointment for August 11 HERE. There are four appointments for each session: 5:00-5:30, 5:30-6:00, 6:00-6:30, 6:30-7:00.
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AUGUST Tech Programs
Drop-In Tech Help
Wednesday, August 12, 6:00-7:00 pm
Friday, August 28, 10:30-11:30 am
Tech Help Appointments
Need some tech help? Book a one-on-one appointment for personalized assistance with your devices, apps, and everyday tech questions. Schedule online at https://newmilford.libcal.com/appointments or call 860-355-1191 x4210 to reserve your spot.
Technology Training Class:
Cyber Smart Part 2: Protect Yourself Online
Saturday, August 8, 12-1:30 pm
Tinkercad
Learn the basics of 3D modeling!
Wednesday, August 5 pr August 12 at 6:30pm
Cricut Paper Luminary Workshop
Learn How to Use a Cricut and Make a Lantern!
Wednesday, August 26,
5:00-6:00 or 6:30-7:30
(pick a session)
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Library of Things
The library has so many things you can borrow--like board games to play before you buy them as gifts! Plus, the library has Spanish language-learning games, too. Check it out!
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New Milford Public Library has many databases for information and research. Here are three of our online resources:
- Universal Class
- Candid
- Comics Plus
Let us know if you have any questions.
With Candid, you can access trusted data on 1.9 million+ nonprofits and 304,000+ grantmakers to:
- Find local services like food banks, shelters, and other community support
- Discover ways to give back by donating, volunteer-ing, or working at local nonprofits
- Research grants and potential funding for their nonprofit or project
Accessing Candid at New Milford Public Library
Everyone who visits the library will have free on-site access. You won't need to log in when using our computers or when you use your own personal devices--just connect to the library's Wi-Fi network.
| | | | Universal Class for Libraries allows patrons to pick up new skills and explore new hobbies with more than 600 continuing ed courses. Learners can earn Continuing Education Units in everything from arts to computers to parenting.
Check out Universal Class today. Here's the link from our website: https://newmilfordct.universalclass.com/
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What is Comics Plus®?
Comics Plus is a digital platform offering access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, manga, and picture books to readers — exclusively through school and libraries.
How Do I Access Comics Plus?
First time users will need to sign up for an account with their library.
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Find Comics Plus on your library’s website; visit login.librarypass.com; or, download and install the Comics Plus app for iOS or Android.
- Search for your library or school’s name, and enter your login credentials.
- Browse the collection, explore the curated lists, or search for a specific title.
- Hover or tap on the cover of the title you want to read, and click/tap Read Now or Add to My Shelf.
- Read all the comics!
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Sign Up for Wowbrary!
NMPL buys many new books, movies, and CDs each week. Wowbrary is a weekly email alert that shows you the newest books, DVDs, CDs, and audiobooks that we purchased that week. So, you'll see the many exciting bestsellers, movies, music, and recorded books almost the very moment they arrive at the library.
To get started and see what the emails look like, visit www.wowbrary.org.
Or sign up directly through this link: https://wowbrary.org/signup.aspx?l=2312
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Back in September!
Please note there are no Lawyers in Libraries for July and August.
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Be sure to check out the AUGUST Calendar.
Our monthly programs are going strong, plus we have Friday Lunch and Films, too. We also have Sit & Stitch every Tuesday from 3:30-5:00. Join us! For more info, call 860-355-1191 ext. 4216.
We have several book clubs as well:
- History Explored on August 11
- Military Book Club on August 18
- Booked for the Weekend on August 15
Click on the pictures below to register for these AUGUST Adult programs.
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Summer is here and the Children's Library has many family events coming your way in August!
Summer programming has started and it's time to sign up! Go to our website and find the calendar - it lists all the great and fun offerings we have and gives you a description and sign up details! If you have any questions, please either stop by or call the Children's Department at (860)355-1191, ext. 4217.
The reading component for "Plant a Seed, Read!" is going on in August. To register and get your reading log and/or bingo boards, come to the Children's Department and we will get you started!
Check out the Children's calendar on our website for all the events.
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Check out NMPL Teen Summer Reading 2026!
See the Teen calendar on our website for all the super programs in August!
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