New Milford Public Library Newsletter - July 2026 | | | |
Stars, Stripes & Stories!
Celebrate America's 250th with NMPL! We're having a Family Day on Saturday July 11. We'll have visits from the local DAR and SAR chapters, plus an interactive puppet show for families with K-5th graders. And an Escape Room for teens! A fun day for all!
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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.) Don’t miss your chance to join the fun—entries are due July 31, with winners celebrated at our gallery opening on August 22. Let’s celebrate summer together!
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Ask a Master Gardener
July 18th 10:00am-12:00pm
Ask an expert all of your gardening questions. And soil pH testing is available.
Also, New Milford Public Library is looking for a volunteer who likes to garden! This person would be in charge of maintaining the flower bed near the NMPL sign in front of the library. Please email kreilly@newmilfordlibrary.org for more information.
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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:
- Wednesday, July 8, 3:00-4:00 PM - Stop the Noise: Turn Off Unwanted AI Today
- Wednesday, July 22, 3:00-4:00 PM - Organize Your Digital Life… Reduce Stress
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.**
| | | A Message From Our FRIENDS of the Library | | |
Do you remember that popular novel or the colorful learn-to-read book that you bought at the FRIENDS’ book sale? You helped us reach a fantastic milestone: the FRIENDS recently surpassed a HALF-MILLION DOLLARS contributed to the New Milford Library! Over the years, it has been our mission and our pleasure to collect, sort, and resell donated books for the sole purpose of funding library programs and activities. During your next library visit, take a moment to read the partial list which is posted on the Friendly Finds bookshelves. We thank you for your support, and invite you to our next big book sale on Friday, August 7th and Saturday, August 8th. The power of pennies – the force of fifty cents – the difference a dollar makes - little things add up!
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.
Connecticut's Old State House: Located in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut, this building served as a home to all three branches of Connecticut state government from 1796 to 1878. With your library pass, you receive free admission for up to two adults and two children.
https://wp.cga.ct.gov/osh/
| |  | The collection at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum in New London spans a 2,600-year period, ranging from ancient Greek and Roman artifacts to works by living artists, with particular strengths in American and European art from the 18th and 19th centuries. With your library pass, you receive free admission for up to six people. | | | | |
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 July 14 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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JULY Tech Programs
Drop-In Tech Help
Wednesday, July 8, 6:00-7:00 PM
Friday, July 24, 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: Spot the Scams Part 1
Sat July 25 1:00-2:30 PM
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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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Hoopla Flex and Instant Borrows!
NMPL offers both Hoopla Instant and Hoopla Flex titles to patrons. What's the difference?
Flex Titles vs. Instant Borrows on Hoopla
Flex titles are digital items your library has purchased, often including newer releases and bestsellers. These may require placing a hold if they’re currently in use, and you can even suggest titles for the library to add.
Instant borrows come from Hoopla’s own collection and are always available with no waiting. Keep in mind that even if you’ve used all your Instant Borrows for the month, you may still have Flex Titles available. To save time, try using Advanced Search to quickly find what you need.
A recent addition to the BingePass offering, SeasonPass extends this access to select full TV seasons with a single borrow. Patrons can explore new series or revisit a favorite, all with no waiting.
SeasonPass includes a wide range of TV content from BBC Studios, PBS Distribution, and other partners, with genres such as thrilling crime and mystery series, docuseries, dramas, period pieces, comedies, and educational shows—with more on the way in the coming months.
Explore these BingePass releases:
- Hoopla Magazines BingePass
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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 JULY 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 July 14
- Military Book Club on July 21
- Booked for the Weekend on July 18
Click on the pictures below to register for these JULY Adult programs.
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Summer is here and the Children's Library has many family events coming your way in July!
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!" has started. To register and get your reading log and/or bingo boards, come to the Children's Department and we will get you started!
On July 11, as part of out "Stars, Stripes and Stories" special event day, we will be offering a puppet play at 11:00 AM called "Washington, Lincoln and Ludington" - the registration for this is on-line through our website calendar. Drop in and do a simple craft on the Children's area.
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.
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