Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy, chess sportsmanship, and organize games. Sportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must…
Bank Square Books presents an author talk and signing with Rebecca Mahoney for her book, If Books Could Kill. About the Book A Novel Love Story meets Love in the Time of Serial Killers in this rom-com following Roxie Mitchell, an adventure-loving romance reader who finds herself trapped in a meet-cute turned murderous. When Roxie…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Want to try out the pottery wheel? Now you can with this solo or date night event! Participant will make one small handbuilding project and one wheel thrown vessel. Choose your glaze and items will be ready for pick-up 3 weeks after event is held. Come on your own or bring a friend! Sip and…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
The 22nd International Sea Glass Festival returns to the Museum’s Village Green for a vibrant two-day celebration of sea and beach glass, set against a classic coastal New England backdrop. Widely recognized as the nation’s premier event dedicated to authentic sea and beach glass, the festival brings together artists, collectors, experts, and enthusiasts from around…
Nothing says summer like the aroma of tropical fruits and spirits mixed with the salty air of an ocean breeze! Learn how to transform any deck — whether it’s on your boat or in your backyard — into a getaway cruise with the freshest summer cocktails this side of paradise! We’ll start with a Hemingway…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Bank Square Books presents an author talk and signing with Josh Weil for his book, What Came West. Josh will be in conversation with Stuart Vyse. About the Book A gripping tale of murder and pursuit set against the shifting Sierra Nevada during the Gold Rush, where ambition, violence, and destiny collide. “What Came West…
In this 60-minute workshop learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks.…
SPECTACULAR SPRING STORY TIME! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Spring Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library beginning April 6 through June 8, 2026, with no session on…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Summer Time Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library, beginning on June 29, 2026, through August 10. Story Time features stories, songs with…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
In this 60-minute workshop learn basic building techniques such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. You’ll make two pieces to take home. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per person. REGISTER ONLINE.
Learn how to design and sketch ideas. Explore pinch, coil, and slab building techniques and how they apply to sculpture. Finally, learn to how to finish work by burnishing, under glazing, or glazing. Adults ages 18+. Register online. Must sign up for all classes. Mondays in July: 1-3pm Register
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in "Writing Down the Bones," the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250TH BIRTHDAY & DINOSAURS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids to our 250th celebration of America’s birthday and dinosaurs on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, between 1:00-3:00 PM. Join us for activities, face painting, crafts, snacks and more! No registration is necessary. Program may…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily…
Bill Memorial Library in Groton will hold an adult Paint and Sip program on Tuesday, July 28, at 6 PM. Explore your creative side and enjoy a tasty non-alcoholic mocktail! All supplies will be provided, and no experience is necessary. Library staff will guide you through the process. Class size is limited and registration is…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy, chess sportsmanship, and organize games. Sportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Enjoy a FREE guided hike at Glacial Park in Ledyard where you'll learn more about this amazing boulder train while exploring the trails and rocks left behind by the glaciers. This hike is over a short distance, but it is challenging over uneven terrain. This program is suited for adults and interested children. Pre-registration is…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Learn the drypoint printmaking process from start to finish! Features an introduction to the printing press (certification for members) This beginner-friendly class is an introduction to drypoint, an engraving method where an image is drawn into a printing plate with sharp tools. No chemicals are needed to create beautiful intaglio prints that can range from…
SPECTACULAR SPRING STORY TIME! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Spring Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library beginning April 6 through June 8, 2026, with no session on…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Summer Time Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library, beginning on June 29, 2026, through August 10. Story Time features stories, songs with…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Come all ye scallywags! Join us for Pirate Day at Mystic Aquarium! Dress like a pirate and join in the festivities, featuring a visit from the historical pirates and privateers of the Free Men of the Sea from 11AM - 3PM. Pirate meet & greets and treasure hunt are free with general admission. More Info
Learn how to design and sketch ideas. Explore pinch, coil, and slab building techniques and how they apply to sculpture. Finally, learn to how to finish work by burnishing, under glazing, or glazing. Adults ages 18+. Register online. Must sign up for all classes. Mondays in July: 1-3pm Register
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in "Writing Down the Bones," the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and…
Make a handmade set of hardwood coasters in this two-part woodshop class. 2-Parts Monday 8/3 & 8/10 , 5-8p. Create a beautiful handmade set of hardwood coasters while building your woodworking skills! In this two-session workshop, students will learn the process of wood lamination by combining different hardwood strips into a unique patterned design. Participants…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEPRECHAUNS ON THE LOOSE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! There are leprechauns loose at the library! During the month of March, the Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to search for leprechaun footprints at the library. Pick up a tally sheet at the front desk and count the…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily…
