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Spice of the Season - Coriander
Peace - The Other Side of Anger
Family Evening Yoga
Juneteeth
Magic Show
Saturday Afternoon at the Movies - Hamnet
Prose and Cons june
Emperor of Gladness Book Discussion
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2025 Excellence in Public Libraries Award

The Hamden Public Library was a recipient of the 2025 Excellence in Public Libraries Award in Advancement in Literacy and Education for the Digital Navigators program!

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Seed Library

The Hamden Seed Library on the lower floor of Miller Memorial Library is now open for the Spring Season through June 6th. It will be staffed Thursdays from 1-4:30pm and Saturdays, from 2-4:30pm. Self-service is available during all Miller Library open hours.

New & Forthcoming Books

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HPL Podcast: Recycling with Joe DeRisi and Alice Kosowsky

HPL Podcast: Recycling with Joe DeRisi and Alice Kosowsky

On this episode, Matt talks to Recycling Coordinator Joe DeRisi and Chair of the Solid Waste & Recycling Commission Alice
June is Caribbean-American Heritage Month

June is Caribbean-American Heritage Month

Celebrate Caribbean-American Heritage Month with a great book by a Caribbean-American writer.
Seed Library Updates

Hamden Library Seed Library Update – May 2026

Get the latest news from our Seed Library!
Queer Science Conference

Queer Science Conference

On Saturday, June 6, UConn is hosting a free in-person summer program where teens can meet LGBTQIA+ scientists & engineers.
Pulitzer Prizes 2026

Pulitzer Prizes 2026

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Pulitzer Prizes in Books!
New York Times All Access

New York Times All Access

Our NYT subscription now includes News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter and The Athletic! 
Looking for Program Proposals

Looking for Program Proposals

We are looking for experienced instructors who wish to present programs with the library.
Updates from the Connecticut Center for the Book

Updates from the Connecticut Center for the Book

July 4th, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The America 250 | CT Commission was

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Hamden Fest – June 6th

Hamden Fest 2026 will kick off on Saturday, June 6 with a​ full day of events and activities in Town Center Park.

Juneteenth Festival – June 14th

The African American Lodge #024 hosts their 1st Juneteenth Festival.

Father’s Day BBQ – June 21st

Hamden’s SPCP Council invites your to their 6th Annual Father’s Day BBQ!

Keefe Farmer’s Stand – June 25th

Celebrate the history of farming in Hamden with the Brooksvale Ranger!

Hamden Fireworks – June 26th

Enjoy Hamden’s annual fireworks celebration on Friday, June 26 at Hamden Town Center Park

Senior Center News

There’s so much happening at the Senior center this month! Take a look at their latest newsletter!

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