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Library Podcast: Autism Awareness and Acceptance
Awareness month or acceptance month? Either way, April is all about autism.
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Library Podcast: Women’s History Month
In March we celebrate the women who have helped build a fairer, more just society.
Library Podcast: Black Librarianship
This month on the podcast, we honor Black History Month.
Classics of Latin American Literature
Titles on this list are on display in our World Language collection, located next to the Information Desk at Miller Library.
NYT Notable Books 2023
Every year, the New York Times publishes its list of “100 Notable Books of the Year.” It contains 50 fiction and poetry titles and 50 nonfiction titles Take a look at some of the great books you may have missed…
National Book Lover’s Day! – August 9th
For readers and book lovers of the world, National Book Lover’s Day is a day for celebrating the joys, adventures, and excitement that books and reading bring! Recognized every year on August 9th, National Book Lover’s Day is an unofficial…
A New Episode of the Hamden Library Podcast is Available!
Creativity! This month on the podcast, we talk with Connecticut-based artist Adam Wallenta and his son Makana about creating their graphic novel “Punk Taco.” We’ve also got a roundtable discussion with three musicians on the library staff about how they…
A New Episode of the Hamden Library Podcast is Available!
Earth Day is on April 22nd so this month we’re talking about sustainability, reducing waste and recycling. Guest interviews include Joe DiRisi, Hamden’s recycling coordinator; Rebekkah Smith-Aldrich, Executive Director of the Mid-Hudson Library System; and Lorrice Grant of Haven’s Harvest.…
“Bonjour!” to French Language Day and Transparent Languages!
March is a month that is full of cultural celebration. From the celebration of Mardi Gras on the 1st to St. Patrick’s Day on the 17th, tradition, festivities, and excitement will be on full display this month. But did you…
NYT Notable Books 2022
Every year, the New York Times publishes its list of “100 Notable Books of the Year.” Take a look at some of the great books you may have missed this past year! NYT Notable Books of 2022 – Fiction &…
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Children’s Book Bundle Request!
Not sure what to read next? Let our children’s library staff select something for you.
February is Love Your Library Month!
It’s Love Your Library month and we are CELEBRATING! Come into any branch to get a library card (or renew your expired one) and receive a raffle ticket. We’re raffling off library bags brimming with swag from the library and…
Crime Time Corner #7 Winter Chills
A trip to the Alps- with friends, or family, or even the people you work with – sounds like fun, doesn’t it? Crisp mountain air and gorgeous views of snow-capped mountains. But…throw in a few murders, some disappearances, a blizzard,…
NYT Notable Books 2021
Every year, the New York Times publishes its list of “100 Notable Books of the Year.” Take a look at some of the great books you may have missed this past year!