Circle of Friends Monthly Meetup

Tuesday, December 13, at 4 p.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!

Open Hours Book Sale & Gift Wrapping

Thursday, December 22, from 4 to 7 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.

Our Friends members will also offer free gift wrapping of purchased items or of items you bring from home. Don't miss this special holiday “friend-raiser!”

JUNIOR FRIENDS

Greeting Card Collection Drive: December 1-January 15

The Junior Friends of the Groton Public Library are collecting seasonal or all-occasion greeting cards to benefit Veterans Base Camp in Chaplin, CT. Volunteers fill out the cards or mail packages of cards with stamps to veterans and first responders in nursing homes and hospitals.

Library Helper Day

Thursday, December 8, 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.

Crafting for a Cause

Monday, December 12, 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

Wednesday, December 14, at 6 p.m.

The Junior Friends will present a 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.

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.