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Horror Roundtable Discussion

Horror Roundtable Discussion

Four librarians, one table, lots of horror books (and movies)! Find out what our librarians think will scare your socks off this Halloween season.
The Page Turners: A Super Fun Book Club for Kids!

The Page Turners: A Super Fun Book Club for Kids!

Come hang with the Page Turners, our super fun book club just for kids!
Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities

Current Job Openings with the State of Connecticut.
Can You Spot Fake News?

Can You Spot Fake News?

Fake news is the deliberate falsification and fabrication of news-based information.
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Banned Books Week 2024

According to PEN America, the number of Book Bans in the 2023-24 school more than doubled from the previous year.
Free At-Home COVID-19 Testing Kits

Free At-Home COVID-19 Testing Kits

U.S. households are eligible to order 4 free COVID-19 testing kits.
New CT Laws That  Go Into Effect Oct. 1

New CT Laws That Go Into Effect Oct. 1

Here are some of the new Connecticut laws that take effect on October 1, 2024: Juvenile Justice:  •  Streamlined juvenile
Voting FAQs

Voting FAQs

Answers to commonly asked questions about voting, including registration requirements, absentee voting, acceptable forms of ID and more.

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Legislative Council Meeting Agenda

View the agenda for the next Legislative Council Meeting

Leaf & Brush Collection Begins Nov. 12th

Public Works announces brush collection schedule.

Thanksgiving Food Drive

Please help us ensure that every family in our community can celebrate this special day with a nutritious and hearty meal.

Alexis Holmes Day – Nov. 9th

Welcome home Olympic Gold Medal winner Alexis Holmes!

Public Meeting Center Info Session – Nov. 12th

Discover new ways to stay informed and engaged in Hamden’s government.

HHS Fall Play: Picnic – Nov. 15-17

The Hamden High School Mainstage Ensemble will be presenting “Picnic” by William Inge

Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway – Nov. 21

Any and all Hamden residents may receive a Thanksgiving meal basket. No appointment or pre-registration  needed. 

Mobile Food Pantry

Free food from the CT Foodshare Mobile Pantry truck at 306 Circular Ave.

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All library buildings will be closed Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day.

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