This event is in the "Everyone" group. "Rod Serling: Submitted for your approval" Artist Gallery All Day 5/1 - 6/30 Art Exhibit Second Floor at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Music, Arts & Culture Age Group: Everyone Blackstone Artists Circle Gallery Reception. This artwork will be on display in the upper rotunda gallery for May & June. View Details
Closed on Sundays 5/25 - 08/31 Sunday, June 1, 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. Grief Support Group Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults Grief Support Group Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group. Banned Book Club Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Book Groups Age Group: Adults Join us for our next Blackstone Banned Book Club meeting! This group meets the first Tuesday of every month to have a non-judgemental, civil discussion of various titles that are being challenged and banned, both locally and nationally. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group. Writers Group Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults Looking to connect with other writers in the Branford area? Join our writers group led by local writer Kiersten Bjork! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
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. Teen Volunteer Orientation for Grades 7-12 Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12) Do you need volunteer hours for school? Are you interested in volunteering at the library? Join us for an orientation to get started. For students in grades 7-12. Registration is required. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group. Classical Latin Three Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Virtual Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Latin III will begin with a review of chapters 28-40 of Ecce Romani II. At the completion of all 27 chapters of the text, the group will move on to translating Registration Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group. Blackstone Fiber Art Community Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Conference Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups, Hands-On or DIY Age Group: Adults Join us for a weekly fiber art group. All experience levels in knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, sewing, felting, embroidery, and all fiber art forms are welcome! Drop in any time between 6 and 8pm. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Tassy Awards Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Age Group: Adults, Everyone View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group. First Friday Book Discussion Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Program Type: Book Groups Age Group: Adults Enjoy discussing a great book with your neighbors! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group. Shred-a-Thon Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm James Blackstone Memorial Library Age Group: Adults Protect your privacy, identity, and confidentiality with the Blackstone Library Shred-a-thon shredding event on Saturday, June 7, 2025 – 9 am to 12 pm. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Branford Microfund Info Session Saturday, June 7, 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 "Adults" group. Introduction to Classical Latin Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Conference Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Class will meet in person Saturday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon beginning Saturday, September 7, 2024. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group. Poetry Cafe Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Program Type: Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults We are a fun, friendly group who love poetry. Each week, we select a poet - from modern to classic, humorous to serious - to read aloud followed by a lively group discussion. We always welcome new members, so join us! Registration Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Fireside Chat with Local Authors: Karen Warfield Saturday, June 7, 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, June 8, 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 "Youth" group. This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group. Preschool Stories for ages 3-5 Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 0-5) Preschool Stories: A live, in-person storytime for children ages 3-5! Join us for an interactive story time filled with songs, movement, books and manipulates that are age appropriate for pr... View Details
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group. Homeschool Meetup Monday, June 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Music, Arts & Culture, Science Age Group: Youth, School Aged (grades k-4) A meetup for homeschool families to socialize and share resources. Every month we will learn about a new topic, do an educational activity, and learn about some of the services the library provides. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group. Grief Support Group Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Clubs & Discussion Groups Age Group: Adults Grief Support Group Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group. Tuesdays are for Twos Storytime for ages 2 to 3 Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 0-5) Tuesdays are for Twos: Children & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a program filled with singing, dancing, rhyming & stories for ages 2-3! Each week will be something new alon... View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group. Tech Help Tuesday Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Technology Training Age Group: Adults Confused about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? Drop in to the library between 10am & 12pm to get a tech question answered. First come, first served. Sessions will be limited to 15 minutes per person. View Details
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mandala Tote Bags Workshop Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Join Nature Artist Denise Smith for a fun craft experience! Create your own canvas tote bag decorated with a mandala stencil and words of affirmation. All materials will be provided. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group. Second Tuesday Book Club Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Book Groups Age Group: Adults Second Tuesday Book Club: New members welcomed; books available for loan in advance of the discussion. For more information email ebyrne@blackstonelibrary.org or call 203 488-1441, ext. 315. View Details
This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group. Stories & Music for Babies up to 24 months Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Youth, Children (ages 0-5) Stories & Music for Babies: Babies & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a gentle storytime of rhyming, movement & song for babies just under 24 months. Each week we will promote bond... View Details