This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Fireside Chat with Local Authors: Victoria Molta Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Reading Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Talks & Lectures Age Group: Adults, Everyone Join us for readings and discussions with local authors in front of the fireplace in our Reading Room! View Details
Closed on Sundays 5/25 - 08/31 Sunday, August 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The library will be closed on Sundays from May 25 through August 31. Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Basics of Saltwater Fishing from Shore Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Talks & Lectures Age Group: Adults, Everyone Join us for a hands-on seminar led by local angler Dylan Napoleone. Learn essential techniques, gear tips, and strategies for successful shoreline fishing. Perfect for beginners and all experience levels! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
Closed on Sundays 5/25 - 08/31 Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The library will be closed on Sundays from May 25 through August 31. Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Global Souvenirs: A Musical Journey Across Time and Borders Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Music, Arts & Culture Age Group: Adults, Everyone Join cellist William Suh for an evening of music, featuring pieces by Ludwig Van Beethoven, Claude Debussy, Johannes Brahms, Manuel Ponce, and more. William will be performing these pieces on cello with piano accompaniment. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Friday Snacks and a Film for all ages Friday, August 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Music, Arts & Culture Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 0-5), School Aged (grades k-4), Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12), Everyone Drop-in event. Looking to get out of the summer heat? Bring the whole family to a movie matinee! The snacks are on us! What a great way to recharge and relax. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
Closed on Sundays 5/25 - 08/31 Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The library will be closed on Sundays from May 25 through August 31. Closing
Closed on Sundays 5/25 - 08/31 Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The library will be closed on Sundays from May 25 through August 31. Closing
Closed for Labor Day All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Labor Day Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Branford Microfund Info Session Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Lobby at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Adults, Everyone The Branford Microfund is a 501c3 non-profit organization providing interest-free loans of up to $3,000 for unexpected financial challenges to Branford residents. View Details
This event is in the "Everyone" group Blackstone Library Tour Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Rotunda at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Talks & Lectures Age Group: Everyone Blackstone Library Tour: Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone Library employee. Tour meets in the Rotunda by the Referen... Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Gaming, Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Adults, Everyone Join us for a casual monthly puzzling group. Various jigsaw puzzles will be available to work on as a group or individually. Feel free to bring your own puzzle to solve, or participate in a puzzle swap with other attendees! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Branford Microfund Info Session Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Lobby at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Adults, Everyone The Branford Microfund is a 501c3 non-profit organization providing interest-free loans of up to $3,000 for unexpected financial challenges to Branford residents. View Details
This event is in the "Everyone" group Blackstone Library Tour Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Rotunda at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Talks & Lectures Age Group: Everyone Blackstone Library Tour: Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone Library employee. Tour meets in the Rotunda by the Referen... Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Gaming, Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Adults, Everyone Join us for a casual monthly puzzling group. Various jigsaw puzzles will be available to work on as a group or individually. Feel free to bring your own puzzle to solve, or participate in a puzzle swap with other attendees! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
Closed for Columbus Day & Indigenous Peoples’ Day All Day 10/12 - 10/13 James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day Closing
This event is in the "Everyone" group Blackstone Library Tour Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Rotunda at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Talks & Lectures Age Group: Everyone Blackstone Library Tour: Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone Library employee. Tour meets in the Rotunda by the Referen... Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Gaming, Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Adults, Everyone Join us for a casual monthly puzzling group. Various jigsaw puzzles will be available to work on as a group or individually. Feel free to bring your own puzzle to solve, or participate in a puzzle swap with other attendees! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
Closing at 5:00 PM Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closing early at 5:00pm Closing
Closed for Thanksgiving All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day Closing
This event is in the "Everyone" group Blackstone Library Tour Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Rotunda at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Talks & Lectures Age Group: Everyone Blackstone Library Tour: Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone Library employee. Tour meets in the Rotunda by the Referen... Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
Closed for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day All Day 12/24 - 12/25 James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Closing
Closing at 5:00 PM Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closing early at 5:00pm Closing
Closed for New Year's Day All Day James Blackstone Memorial Library, Virtual The Blackstone Library will be closed in observance of New Year's Day Closing