NOVEMBER CIRCLE OF FRIENDS’ EVENTS

Election Day Bake Sale

Tuesday, November 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

TUES., NOV. 8, 9 AM-5 PM

The Circle of Friends will be outside the polls on Election Day selling delicious treats. All proceeds will benefit the Groton Public Library. Donations of cookies, brownies, cupcakes, cake pops, and other sweet and savory snacks (homemade or store bought) are greatly appreciated.

Circle of Friends Monthly Meetup

Saturday, November 12, at 9:30 a.m.

Stop by and learn about all of the wonderful things the Circle of Friends do to support the Groton Public Library. We would love for you to become an active member—it's free to join! For more information, contact Kim Balentine at (860) 441-6750 or [email protected].

Book Sale Room Open Hours

Tuesday, November 29, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The Circle of Friends Book Sale Room will be open for shopping—no appointment necessary! Browse our selection of new and gently-used fiction and nonfiction books, DVDs, audiobooks, puzzles, and games. All items are "name your own price," and proceeds benefit the Groton Public Library.

JUNIOR FRIENDS

Leftover Candy Drive: November 1-7

The Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library are collecting leftover Halloween candy to send to U.S. service members through Operation Gratitude. Please do not donate Pixie Stixs or other powdery candy because they can make a mess of the care packages. For more information, contact Kim Balentine at (860) 441-6750 or [email protected].

Crafting for a Cause

Thursday, November 10, at 3:30 p.m.

Make cool crafts that will be gifted to local senior citizens, nursing home residents, homebound individuals, and veterans. Limited to Junior Friends members; it’s free to join!

Family Film & Fundraiser

Saturday, November 12, at 2:30 p.m.

The Junior Friends will present a Saturday showing of a family-friendly film. Refreshments will be for sale with proceeds to benefit the Groton Public Library. Feel free to bring your pillows and blankets as you enjoy the movie on the big screen! Call the Library at (860) 441-6750 for this month’s film title.

Library Helper Day

Tuesday, November 15, at 3:30 p.m.

During this busy hour, the Junior Friends will assist Groton Public Library staff in a variety of projects, including preparing craft and program materials, dusting and light cleaning, straightening shelves, and special event preparation.

About the Circle of Friends of the Groton Public Library

The Circle of Friends of the Groton Public Library is a dedicated group of people of all ages who believe that an excellent library is essential to a community. Circle of Friends members work to promote and assist the Groton Public Library through advocacy, fundraising and programming. Founded in 2005, the Circle of Friends is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

About the Groton Public Library

The Groton Public Library is located at 52 Newtown Road, Groton, CT 06340. For more information about library programs or services, please call (860) 441-6750 or visit grotonpl.org. All programs hosted by the Groton Public Library are inclusive and open to people of all ability levels. Please contact the Library for information about available accommodations.