Library Blog
The Fifth Season Book Discussion
Please join us on Zoom to discuss the book “The Fifth Season” by N.K. Jemison on Monday, May 31st, 2021. In a May 13, 2016 review in the “New York Times”, Annalee Newitz states, “N.K. […]
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JobNow Webinar: Tuesday, May 18th 11:00am-12:00pm
On Tuesday, May 18th, from 11:00am-12:00pm, Hamden Public Library is offering a free webinar on JobNow’s resume and career resources. JobNow is a free online resource to help you with any stage of your job search […]
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“This Tender Land” Book Discussion
“This Tender Land” was originally meant as a sequel to Kruger’s award winning “Ordinary Grace,” but the author did not like the outcome and so decided to write a completely different novel. In the “New […]
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The Dutch House Book Discussion
Please join us on Zoom to discuss the book “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett on Monday, March 29, 2021 at 6:30 pm. […]
Children's Blog
Make Hot Cocoa Bombs!
Hot Cocoa Bombs Hello, friends! Today we are going to learn how to make hot cocoa bombs. Some of you may have signed up for a grab and go kit with ingredients. If you did […]
Children's Blog
Plant for the pollinators–starting now!
You don’t have to wait til spring to plan and plant for nature’s pollinators. Some of our best native plants for pollinators can be started right now, outdoors, for little or no cost, and with […]
Children's Blog
Upcoming Children’s Programs!
Looking for our current library programs? Here is what we will be offering November 2- November 13! November 2- November 6 11/4- Dinosaur Storytime Grab & Go Activity (REGISTER HERE) 11/5- Story […]
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Upcoming Children’s Programs!
Looking for our current library programs? Here is what we will be offering October 26 – October 30! October 26 – October 30 10/26- Grab & Go Craft: Troll Magnets (REGISTER HERE) […]
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Upcoming Children’s Programs!
Looking for our current library programs? Here is what we will be offering October 12 – October 23! October 12 – October 16 10/13- Grab & Go Craft: Rock Painting (REGISTER HERE) […]
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Children’s Grab & Go Activity: Solar Powered S’mores!
Special Labor Day Weekend Grab & Go Kit: Solar Powered S’mores. Registration is required for all grab and go bags. This activity is limited to one kit per family and is for ages 5 and […]
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Children’s Grab & Go Kit: Slime Make Your Own Slime!
Our 2020 Summer Reading craft programs will be via grab & go craft kits. When you register for the craft, a bag with your name on it will be left on the curbside pick up […]
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Teen Summer Reading
Hey, teens! If you are entering grades 6-12 why not take part in our summer reading program? Check out our virtual newsletter to learn more about what you can do […]
Children's Blog
Trailblazing Women for Kids with Author/Illustrator Vashti Harrison
PBS Books presents: Trailblazing Woman: Author/Illustrator Talk For Kids (Ages 8-13) with Vashti Harrison on Facebook Live. Click here to join PBS Books Facebook Live event on Thursday, July 16th at 2pm. This event […]
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Teens: Make Your Own Mandrake!
Teen Summer Reading programs will all be done via grab & go programming this summer.
Come to the library and pick up your supplies to create your own mandrake! […]
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Hamden Public Library – Zoom Etiquette
What is Zoom? If you haven’t yet Zoomed, it is likely that you will! More and more people and groups are conducting formal and informal meetings and chats online, that is, virtually, rather than face-to-face […]