You can now reserve a study room online!
The library has 3 quiet study spaces for individuals and small groups. You can reserve a space up to 30 days in advance. Rooms can be booked in 15 minute increments for up to 3 hours per day.
Making Your Reservation
Go to our Study Room Reservation page.
Select the and the date and time you would like to use the room, as well as any other features you require (ex.—whiteboard).
Choose the room that best suites your needs (Booth – 1 person, Meeting Pod – up to 2 people, Tutor Room – up to 6 people). If the time you requested is not available, the system will select the next available time for you, or you can click on the room name to find alternative times.
Fill out the online form, including your name, email, and telephone number. Confirm the number of people using the room, and agree to the terms and conditions.
You should receive an email from LibCal noting that your request has been submitted. However, your reservation is not confirmed until it has been approved by library staff. You will receive a second email confirming that your booking has been approved. If you do not get these notices, please check your spam folder.
Once your booking is confirmed, you are all set! If you are booking the Tutor Room, you will need to check in at the Information Desk so staff can unlock the room, and to pick up whiteboard pens and erasers if needed.
Rooms must be left in the condition they were found. This includes cleaning whiteboards, returning furniture to its original layout, putting trash in bins, etc. Make sure to turn off the lights in the Tutor Room and close the door behind you when you leave.
If need to cancel your reservation, follow the link in the reservation confirmation email. Or, you may also cancel your reservation by calling the library at 203-287-2680.
If you need a larger space, please visit our Meeting Rooms page for information.
Online Study Room Reservations – Instructions with Screenshots (PDF)
Study Room Guidelines
- Study Rooms are available for reservation in 15-minute time slots for up to 3 hours per day. Extra time may be granted at the discretion of library staff.
- Study Rooms may be used only during the library’s hours of operation.
- Room needs to be clear of occupants and in good condition five minutes before closing [Monday & Tuesday, 7:55 PM; Wednesday through Saturday, 4:55 PM]
- Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance.
- The online reservation guide indicates room capacity. Please note the room size when making your reservation. The maximum capacity for the largest room is six.
- Your online reservation is not complete until you receive an email confirmation from LibCal. Please make sure to check your spam or trash folder if you feel that you should have received confirmation.
- To cancel your reservation, you may follow the link in the reservation confirmation email. Or, you may also cancel your reservation by calling the library at 203-287-2680. Be kind and cancel reservations you are unable to use.
- Room reservations will be cancelled if you arrive fifteen minutes later than the scheduled reservations.
- In rare circumstances, the library may need to cancel your reservation. LibCal will send you an email cancellation notice.
- The Library is not responsible for unattended, lost, stolen, or damaged personal items left in the study rooms.
- Rooms must be left in the condition they were found. This includes cleaning whiteboards, returning furniture to its original layout, putting trash in bins, etc. Make sure to turn off the lights in the Tutor Room on the third floor and close the door.
- Failure to comply with any of the above guidelines may result in the loss or limitation of booking privileges.