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All three Hamden Library branches are now home to Little Free Pantries!
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Looking for Program Proposals

We are looking for experienced instructors who wish to present programs with the library.
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Employment Opportunities

Current Job Openings with the State of Connecticut.
Hamden Library Seed Library Update

Hamden Library Seed Library Update

Read the latest news from our Seed Library volunteers!
HPL Podcast: Your Library Card and You

HPL Podcast: Your Library Card and You

This episode is dedicated to YOU and the amazing things you can do with your Hamden library card.
Booker Prize Shortlist 2025

Booker Prize Shortlist 2025

The shortlist for the Booker Prize 2025 has been announced, featuring a previous winner and three authors shortlisted for the first time.
Transparent Language Online

Transparent Language Online

110+ Languages Are At Your Fingertips: Transparent Language Online Now Available FREE at Hamden Public Library.
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Check out the newest and hottest titles in romantic fantasy!

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Community News

Hamden Food Assistance

Hamden food banks and pantries are working to keep their doors open during these uncertain times and providing food to all who need it.

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Fall Leaf & Brush Collection Begins Nov. 5th

Public Works announces brush collection schedule.

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Clue: On Stage – Nov. 7-9

The Hamden Mainstage Ensemble presents Clue! 

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Become a Parent Ambassador!

Hamden’s Partnership for Young Children (HPYC) is looking for Parent Ambassadors.

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Mobile Food Pantry

Free food from the CT Foodshare Mobile Pantry at 306 Circular Ave, every 2 weeks on Wednesday, 4:30-5:30PM.

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Bulk Trash Pickup

Hamden Bulk Trash Pick-up is now by appointment.

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New Mill Rate Announced

The Legislative Council has adopted a mill rate of 51.88 for fiscal year 2026.

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Textile Recycling

The Town of Hamden announces a new way to recycle wearable and non-wearable clothing and fabrics.

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Hamden Public Library

All Library buildings will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.

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