Branford
Connecticut
James Blackstone Memorial Library
James Blackstone Memorial Library
The James Blackstone Memorial Library continues, as it has for 110 years, to provide the shoreline community with a first-rate library. We continue to make the library a viable and pleasant place for the community to gather, learn, and discover.
Our collection totals over 80,000 items, providing not only book sources but also magazines, CDs, audiocassettes, videotapes, and DVDs.
The Youth Services Department reading and enrichment programs attracted nearly 5,000 children a year. These programs varied from story times to programs offering music, arts, crafts, and drama.
We have a total of twenty three internet workstations for public use. We are also a Wi-Fi spot with free internet access.
The Blackstone Library is committed to being your bridge to tomorrow and will endeavor to help make your journey through life an enjoyable passage.
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Recent News
James Blackstone Memorial Library Director's Report: January 2024
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Read More »What's Happening in James Blackstone Memorial Library - January 12, 2024
LIBRARY NEWS January 12, 2024 Meet and greet local nonprofit organizations, find out what their missions are, and learn more about the skills they’re looking for in their volunteers. Want to volunteer as a family? Many organizations take…
Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library Cardholder Perks - January 2024
What can you do with a Library Card? You know us for our books, movies, and events, but did you know you also have access to research materials, digital collections, and training in all kinds of skills? And, like all our collections, access is…
Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library News - January 5, 2023
Community Volunteer Fair January 13, from 10 am – 1 pm Meet and greet local nonprofit organizations, find out what their missions are, and learn more about the skills they’re looking for in their volunteers. Want to volunteer as a…
Read More »Blackstone Memorial Library News - January 1 to January 14, 2024
Banned Book Club: Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews Tuesday, January 2 from 6:30 - 7:30pm Join us for our next Blackstone Banned Book Club meeting! This group meets the first Tuesday of every month to have a non-judgemental, civil…
Read More »What's Happening in James Blackstone Memorial Library - January 2024
Click here to read the Blackstone Library 2022-2023 Annual Report to the Town Do you want to give back to your community, but aren’t sure how to go about it? Check out our Community Volunteer Fair! You can chat with representatives from local…
Read More »Winter Fun at the Blackstone Library! - December 25, 2023 - January 7, 2024
Trivia Night at Caius Farm Brewery Thursday, December 28 from 6:30 - 8 Join us for monthly trivia nights at Caius Farm Brewery in Branford, hosted by our Reference department. It's free to join and we'll have prizes for the winners. Are you smarter…
Read More »Blackstone Memorial Library News - December 22, 2023
LIBRARY NEWS December 22, 2023 Click here to read the Blackstone Library 2022-2023 Annual Report to the Town COMMUNITY NEWS The events listed below are not sponsored by Blackstone Library. 39th Annual MLK Celebration and Breakfast. …
Read More »Blackstone Memorial Library News - December 20, 2023
What can you do with a Library Card? So many things! Everyone needs a creative outlet, but taking the plunge into learning a new skill can sometimes be intimidating. The Blackstone Library is here to make it a little easier for you with access to…
Read More »Winter Fun at the Blackstone Library! - December 18 - December 31, 2023
Trivia Night at Caius Farm Brewery Thursday, December 28 from 6:30 - 8 Join us for monthly trivia nights at Caius Farm Brewery in Branford, hosted by our Reference department. It's free to join and we'll have prizes for the winners. Are you smarter…
Read More »Blackstone Library 2022-2023 Annual Report to the Town
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Read More »What's Happening in James Blackstone Memorial Library - December 2023
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What can you do with a Library Card? You know us for our books, movies, and events, but did you know you also have access to research materials, digital collections, and training in all kinds of skills? And, like all our collections, access is…
Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library Director's Report: December 2023
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Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library News - December 8, 2023
LIBRARY NEWS December 8, 2023 The Friends Holiday Gift Basket Sale takes place December 7-10. Donations are now being accepted. Click here for more information. We're participating in this year's Wreath Extravaganza to benefit Feed Branford…
Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library News - December 11 - December 24, 2023
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Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library News - December 1, 2023
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Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library News - November 30, 2023
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Read More »James Blackstone Memorial Library Newsletter - November 24, 2023
LIBRARY NEWS November 24, 2023 The Community Dining Room is seeking donations of both food and diapers, and the Blackstone is an official drop-off location! From now until Thursday, November 30th the Blackstone Library is accepting donations…
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