Why Choose a Community College
Thursday October 5 | 6:30PM @ SMI
Wednesday October 11 | 6:30PM @ ATW
Each fall, high school college bound students begin their quest to find the perfect college to meet their dreams, needs and budget. They search high and low, but still the college search process leaves many dizzy, confused, and exhausted.
So, let's fix it by joining Bernard Shea, Outreach and Recruitment Specialist, for CT STATE Community College/Gateway CC, to learn how a community college might ease your search for the many reasons listed above.
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Sweater Pumpkins @ SMI
Thursday October 12 | 6:30PM
It is time to get creative, whether it be for your holiday table or bedroom decor these pumpkins are simply delightful and made 100% by you! All you need to bring is an old sweater, a piece of wood and your imagination. Let's get this DIY fall party started.
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Family Astronomy Night:
an evening under the stars
Friday October 13 | 7PM
at Northford Park
Join us for a night under the stars at Northford Park with the New Haven Astronomical Society! During this time we will learn about different stars, constellations and star gazing tips! You will be a pro in no time.
Telescopes will be present.
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T.A.B. Team Meeting @ SMI
Wednesday October 18 | 3:30PM
for Grades 7 - 12
Want to give back to your community and have a say in our teen library offerings? Then join North Branford Public Libraries Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.). During the hour we will plan our Halloween after hours movie, play some games, talk materials and snack!
Plus, you get community service hours for every meeting you attend.
Join the Team
New Haven Pizza Talk @ SMI
Thursday October 19 | 6:30PM
Dive into the history and love of pizza from New Haven history guru Colin M. Caplan, author of Pizza in New Haven and various historic guides.
Talk about the different styles of pizza all while feasting on some local pies. Let it be known that all your pizza loving questions will be answered and you will not leave the library hungry!
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Paint Your Pet @ ATW
Saturday October 21 | 11AM
Create a portrait of your family pet with watercolor artist, Nancy Roman. No experience necessary and all the materials will be provided!
All you need is a 5" x 7" photo of your pet and please note that a close-up of your pet's face will work best. A color copy is a must and we could even print it for you at the library.
If you'd like to attend, but don't have a pet, that's okay! Nancy will have several photos to choose from that you can paint.
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After Hours Movie @ SMI
GHOSTBUSTERS
Saturday October 28 | 6PM
Our TAB (Teen Advisory Board) is hosting their first TEENS ONLY after hours event at Smith Library and you're invited! Feel free to come dressed to impress (meaning costumes) while watching the 1984 classic - GHOSTBUSTERS. Snacks, decorations and spooky music will be included.
Sign up is necessary so that we know how many "watchers" to expect.
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Teen Volunteer Opportunities
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Do you need community service hours for school or National Honors Society?
Are you looking for a way to give back to the community OR do you simply just want to have some fun while doing some good?
If you answered yes, then North Branford Public Libraries is ready and waiting for you! We are currently looking for high school students that are interested in helping our children’s departments by crafting, setting up for programming and/or tidying up the department and shelving books.
The library is currently open 6 days a week, (till 8PM Monday – Thursday) so there are plenty of opportunities to create a schedule that works best for you. The commitment is 1 hour per week. If this sounds like something you would be into just complete the form below.
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