Following is the latest information from the Case Memorial Library, 176 Tyler City Road.
The Case Memorial Library is here to serve the community. Library doors are open as follows:
- Monday through Saturday: 10 a.m. to 12 noon
- Monday and Thursday evenings: 5-7 p.m.
Masks are required at all times while you are in the building.
Study and meeting rooms are not available and there is limited seating. We ask everyone to observe social distancing.
We are currently providing the following services:
- Our public computers may be used on a first-come, first-served basis when we are open. At other times, they may be used by appointment. Call 203-891-2170 or email reference@casememoriallibrary.org to make an appointment. Time slots for computer appointments are Monday through Saturday, 2-3 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Holds can be placed on library materials through our online catalog, by phone, or by email. When the items you request are available, we will call you to schedule a curbside pickup or you can come in to pick up the items. Hours for curbside pickup are Monday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Printing is available.
- Copiers are available.
We have online programs that are free and open to the public.
EVENTS FOR ADULTS
Virtual Author Talk: Fearless: A. Bartlett Giamatti and the Struggle for Fairness in America
Monday, December 14, 7 p.m.
Join us for an online talk with Neil Thomas Proto, author of Fearless: A. Bartlett Giamatti and the Battle for Fairness in America. This book about the early years of A. Bartlett Giamatti, Yale president and baseball commissioner, is a story of persistence and the principled embrace of civic duty. The man who became Yale’s first non-Anglo-Saxon-Protestant president is presented in the context of his family’s history and that of the city of New Haven. This discussion will take place on Zoom — please note that registration is required, as for online security reasons only registered attendees will be able to attend this event. Registered attendees will receive a Zoom link via email before the event.
Information: 203-891-2170
Website: http://casememoriallibrary.org
The Bookcase Online Evening Book Discussion Group
Thursday, January 14, 7 p.m.
Join Bookcase leader Toby Zabinski for an online discussion of Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid. This discussion will take place on Zoom — please note that registration is required, as for online security reasons only registered attendees will be able to attend this event. Registered attendees will receive a Zoom link via email before the event. The registrant’s name as displayed on Zoom must match the name used for registration in order to guarantee admission.
Information: 203-891-2170
Website: http://casememoriallibrary.org
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN
Family Take and Make: DIY Cookie Cutters
Wednesday, December 16
For children ages 5-12 and their families. Too cold to go outside? Stay in and bake some cookies! Use our kit to make your very own cookie cutter out of tinfoil. Your kit will include instructions, materials, suggested shapes, and a digital list of potential recipes. Registration is required.
Information: 203-891-2170
Website: http://casememoriallibrary.org
Ice Candle Making
Monday, December 28
For children in grades 1-3 and their families. Design an ice candle using soy wax and a milk carton! Please be advised that this craft involves hot wax. Participants must have access to a microwave and some ice. The assistance of an adult is a must for this activity. Registration is required and will open on Monday, December 7 at 7:00 a.m.
Information: 203-891-2170
Website: http://casememoriallibrary.org
Online 3-5-Year-Olds Storytime
Mondays, December 14, 21, and 28, January 4 and 11, 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 3-5. Preschoolers are invited to join Ms. Michelle for stories, music, and movement! Registration is required. Please note: All registrants with a valid email address will be sent a link for storytime. For security reasons, we are unable to admit non-registrants to this program.
Information: 203-891-2170
Website: http://casememoriallibrary.org
Online Lapsit Storytime
Tuesdays, November 24, December 15, 22, and 29, January 5 and 12, 10:30 a.m.
For babies and toddlers up to two years old. Little ones and their caregivers are invited to this virtual storytime with Ms. Michelle! We’ll play with puppets, sing our favorite songs, explore books together, and more. Registration is required. Please note: All registrants with a valid email address will be sent a link for storytime. For security reasons, we are unable to admit non-registrants to this program.
Information: 203-891-2170
Website: http://casememoriallibrary.org
Online 2-Year-Old Storytime
Wednesdays, December 16, 23, and 30, January 6 and 13, 10:30 a.m.
For children ages 2-3. Experience music and movement, dive into picture books, and sing your favorite songs with Ms. Michelle! Registration is required. Please note: All registrants with a valid email address will be sent a link for storytime. For security reasons, we are unable to admit non-registrants to this program.
Information: 203-891-2170
Website: http://casememoriallibrary.org
The Library will close at 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 24, and Thursday, December 31. We will be closed Friday and Saturday, December 25 and 26, for Christmas, and Friday and Saturday, January 1 and 2, for New Year’s.