Groton Public Library

This Thursday, join us for "Connecticut, Color, and the Fight for Freedom," sponsored by the Circle of Friends.

While many Black men served during the Revolutionary War, the Militia Act of 1792 made it illegal for them to enlist in state militias until 1862. Historian John Mills explores the often-overlooked events and social conditions that shaped attitudes in Connecticut from the Revolutionary War through the Civil War.

More information: https://grotonpl-ct.libcal.com/event/16202704

Dinosaurs, giant plants, carnivorous squirrels, and other awesome creatures have escaped containment and are hiding in libraries, state parks, and museums to keep cool this summer! Pick up a free booklet and get it stamped at participating locations ​through August 21.

If you visit 5 or more locations, you can enter for a chance to win the Grand Prize Raffle!

🦖MORE INFO🦕: https://www.southingtonlibrary.org/dinosaur-containment-unit.html

**NOTE: This program is not the Groton Public Library's summer reading program, which starts on June 22. It is a supplementary program offered in collaboration with other libraries in the state for extra dino fun!

Community Art Exhibit: JULY 8-AUG. 25

The Groton Public Library is in need of original artwork from local artists ages 13+ to fill our meeting rooms in July and August! Submissions will be accepted June 22-July 1.

🎨 Entry form & more info: https://www.groton-ct.gov/dept_news_detail_T23_R986.php

Step back in time with the Groton Public Library for CT Open House Day on Saturday, June 13, from 11 AM-4 PM. Explore an authentic encampment with the Sons of the American Revolution, meet Daughters of the American Revolution and local authors, enjoy 18th-century games, crafts, and live farm animals.

Parking is conveniently located across the street at Grace Baptist Church. For even more excitement, you can take the event shuttle to Thrive 55+ Active Living Center to check out their Classic Car Show.

Visit Connecticut

Operation: Pasta & Peanut Butter

We will be collecting peanut butter and pasta, two of the Veterans Base Camp’s most needed items, through July 31. Bring your donations to the collection bin inside the Library.

Please spread the word, and help us help those who have served!

Attention, Crawlers! Join us in person for a Virtual Author Talk Watch Party with Matt Dinniman. We will have donuts. 👑🍩

Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, "A Parade of Horribles."

SPACE IS LIMITED; REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://grotonpl-ct.libcal.com/event/16969677

Community Share: Town of Groton Human Services (2 Fort Hill Rd.) is collecting donations for the victims of the fire at The Ledges apartment complex.

Gift cards, monetary donations of cash/checks, non-perishable food items, new & unopened household items, cleaning supplies, and personal hygiene products/toiletries will all be accepted.

Please note that they are not accepting clothing donations at this time.

Community Share: The annual on June 6 & 7 features several walks in Groton, including Fort Griswold, Groton Heights, and the Starr Burying Ground. A list is at https://trailsday.org/?city=groton. All are free, but some ask you to reserve a spot because space is limited.

Trails Day is organized by the Connecticut Forest & Park Association.