Category: Library News

On Saturday, April 25th and Sunday, April 26th, the Blackstone Library will transform into an 18-hole indoor mini golf course! Holes and obstacles will be placed throughout all three floors of the library, culminating in a thrilling 18th hole which travels down the spiral...

Learn all about the Friends of the Blackstone Library in a new podcast episode! Check out episode 4 of Beyond the Pages: A Blackstone Library Podcast, from Branford resident RIch Pfeifer. Each episode features a different aspect of the library and helps you discover...

Come in and check out our Seed Library Located in the Circulation Desk Lobby on the lower level, the Seed Library is now stocked with seeds divided into the categories of Beans, Greens, Herbs, Ornamentals (Flowers) and Vegetables. New this year, we also have...

For this season’s artist gallery, the CT State Organization of Delta Kappa Gamma Int’l has curated an exhibit. March and April 2025 Opening Reception Sunday, March 9, 2 – 3 p.m. About the Exhibit: The artwork our organization, CT State Organization of Delta Kappa...

The Branford Community Foundation and Blackstone Library have joined up with community members Andy Marlatt and Ellen Carucci to create BranfordVolunteers.org, a website where local volunteers can be matched up local organizations. Looking to give back to your community? Check out all of the...

Get your library swag! The following items are available for purchase onsite at the Blackstone Library (not accepting mail or phone orders). Highlighted titles may also be borrowed from the library — click on the title to check its status. Blackstone Library Gear Books...

The Blackstone Library invites artists to complete an application to exhibit their work in our Artist’s Circle Gallery.  At least 3-4 examples of the artist’s work must be submitted with the application.  The library is especially interested in working with artists who will consider combining an exhibit...

The Blackstone Library is thrilled to receive a unique gift to our Children’s play area. Library Trustee Michelle Blank and her husband, Fred Jackson, designed and built this custom activity/train table. After learning about the need for a new train table (the old one...

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Planning a wedding? Did you know you can rent out the library after hours to hold your rehearsal dinner, wedding, or other celebration?