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Hamden Town Center Master Plan
The Town of Hamden is developing a comprehensive Master Plan for the Hamden Town Center and would like your input.
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Hamden 240 Scavenger Hunt
Hamden’s been around for 240 years – how well do you know it?
Looking for Program Proposals
We are looking for experienced instructors who wish to present programs with the library.
Pulitzer Prizes 2026
Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Pulitzer Prizes in Books!
Bulk Trash Pickup
Hamden Bulk Trash Pick-up is now by appointment.
New York Times All Access
Our NYT subscription now includes News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter and The Athletic!
Little Free Pantries
All three Hamden Library branches are now home to Little Free Pantries!
Transparent Language Online
110+ Languages Are At Your Fingertips: Transparent Language Online Now Available FREE at Hamden Public Library.
Hamden Library’s Year in Review
We welcomed new patrons, connected with returning users, and saw thousands of materials move through our shelves and into people’s homes.
NYT Notable Books 2025
Every year, the New York Times publishes its list of “100 Notable Books of the Year.”
Romantasy
Check out the newest and hottest titles in romantic fantasy!
Booker Prize Shortlist 2025
Flesh by David Szalay is the 2025 Booker Prize Winner!
Hamden Food Assistance
Find information about food pantries, prepared meals, meals for seniors, and more in Hamden, CT
We Have Wonderbooks!
Wonderbook readalongs are now available at all of our branch locations!
This Could be Your Lucky Day!
The Lucky Day Collection is a collection of highly popular books that are available for immediate check-out.