Visit the Library on Saturday, February 1st for Take Your Child to the Library Day! We will be offering a special “Melt My Heart” activity in the makerspace for patrons of all ages. Create a heart with melty Perler beads – a perfect Valentine’s Day surprise!
Nifty Needlers – Thursdays, 3:00 – 5:00 PM
Bring your latest needlework project and enjoy the company of fellow needlers, or pick up a new skill! We have yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks for those who want to learn how to knit or crochet – everyone from needlework novices to experts is welcome. Meetings will take place upstairs, in the Adult Books area to the right of the main desk.
Did You Know?
You can pick up and/or print your 2024 income tax forms at the Library!
Physical copies of Form 1040 and Form 1040-SR, as well as instructions on how to view, download, and print Connecticut income tax forms and other IRS publications, are available on the right-hand side of the table underneath the Library bulletin board. The Library’s public computers can be used to access forms that are only available digitally; we do not charge patrons printing fees for tax forms.
The Library has added an indoor book drop to our foyer! Located on the left, next to the curbside pickup table, this book drop allows patrons who are picking up their holds to drop off returns at the same time. We hope you’ll find this new addition helpful!
January is National Hobby Month, a time to celebrate your favorite hobbies and pastimes, and to try out new ones. Our book displays this month showcase all kinds of hobbies, from outdoor activities like swimming or hiking, to artsy projects like painting or knitting, as well as stories about characters having fun following their passions. Take a look – you could pick up a new hobby, or get back into an old one that you haven’t thought about in a while!
Over the last several weeks Clark Memorial Library has collaborated with Bethany Historical Society and Bethany residents to create “A Historical Walk Through Bethany”, a photo exhibit highlighting the transitions of Bethany’s iconic people, places, and events through the years. Thank you to everyone who provided photos! The exhibit will be on display in the Library’s Community Room throughout January, and there will be a reception with light refreshments on Saturday, January 18th, from 1:00-2:00 PM. While you’re here, be sure to check out the Three Sisters Boundary Stone (on display in the hallway outside the Community Room) as well!
The Library will close at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31st, and be closed Wednesday, January 1st for New Year’s Day; we will open at 10:30 AM as usual on Thursday, January 2nd. Happy New Year to all of our patrons, and thank you for making 2024 such a wonderful experience!
Pop some popcorn and set up a movie night with Kanopy’s Most Watched Films of 2024, a new watchlist showcasing the breathtaking landscapes, enchanting creatures, and beloved characters that have captivated audiences the most this year!
For a quick walkthrough of how to set up and use a Kanopy account, visit their Getting Started webpage; if you already have an account, just sign in and enjoy!
The Library will be closed Tuesday, December 24th & Wednesday, December 25th for Christmas, so make sure to pick up your holiday reads ahead of time. We will open at 10:30 AM as usual on Thursday, December 26th. Happy Holidays!
It’s that time of year again… Our displays are filled with holiday- and winter-themed books – and this time there are even more to choose from, with three whole shelves in the Children’s Room featuring end-of-year reads. Stop by and grab a book to get you through the longest, chilliest nights of the season!