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We Have Wonderbooks!
Wonderbook readalongs are now available at all of our branch locations!
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This Could be Your Lucky Day!
The Lucky Day Collection is a collection of highly popular books that are available for immediate check-out.
August is American Artist Appreciation Month
August is a month dedicated to appreciating American artists and their contributions to the art world.
Mobile Food Pantry
Free food from the CT Foodshare Mobile Pantry at 306 Circular Ave, every 2 weeks on Wednesday, 4:30-5:30PM.
Bulk Trash Pickup
Hamden Bulk Trash Pick-up is now by appointment.
Check out one of our Yard Games!
Spend part of your Labor Day playing an outdoor game that everyone enjoys!
New Mill Rate Announced
The Legislative Council has adopted a mill rate of 51.88 for fiscal year 2026.
2025 Thornton Wilder Writing Competition Winners!
Hats off to this year's winners of the Thornton Wilder Writing Competition!
Textile Recycling
The Town of Hamden announces a new way to recycle wearable and non-wearable clothing and fabrics.
NYT Notable Books 2024
Take a look at some of the best fiction and nonfiction for 2024, selected by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.
Hamden Small Business Academy
The Hamden Small Business Academy is now accepting applications for their free 11-week entrepreneurship bootcamp.
POPSUGAR Reading Challenge 2024
The 2024 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge is here! New Year, New Prompts!
New Disposal Fees at Transfer Station
The Town of Hamden will implement fees for waste deposited at the Transfer Station beginning June 11th.
Hamden Cooling Stations
During periods of extreme weather and heat, public buildings are air-conditioned and open to the public during regular business hours.
2024 Thornton Wilder Writing Competition Winners
Congratulations to the 2024 Thornton Wilder Writing Competition Winners!