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The Hamden Seed Library on the lower floor of Miller Memorial Library is now open for the Spring Season through June 6th. It will be staffed Thursdays from 1-4:30pm and Saturdays, from 2-4:30pm. Self-service is available during all Miller Library open hours.
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April is National Poetry Month
National Poetry Month is a national celebration of poetry established by the Academy of American Poets.
Passport to Connecticut Libraries
Let your library card open the doors of Connecticut libraries by participating in the Passport to Connecticut Libraries Program!
Updates from the Connecticut Center for the Book
July 4th, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The America 250 | CT Commission was
Calling all creatives! Hamden Public Library is looking for new artwork to feature on our library cards!
We are looking for experienced instructors who wish to present programs with the library.
Our NYT subscription now includes News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter and The Athletic!
HPL Podcast: Poetry Roundtable
When it comes to a subject as broad as poetry, it’s hard to pick one thing to focus on. So we picked a whole bunch.
Raise Some Dough – Hamden Lions Club Fundraiser
Panera Bread – 2335 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT April 21 – 4:00pm to 8:00pm 25% of sales will benefit the Lions Club of Hamden. Enter promo code FUND4U at online
Get Well Down Dixwell – Apr. 6-11
Take part in a full week dedicated to wellness and focusing on your mind, body, and overall health.
Community Health Fair – Apr. 11th
The Keefe Community Center and EQUIP Rehabilitation will host a Health Fair on April 11th.
Hamden’s Earth Day Celebraion is Satursay, April 25th!
View the Mayor’s proposed budget for FY27.
Free Tax Preparation is available for those who qualify.