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Archive for 2022

Don’t Be Bored – Stop By for Board Game Saturday, July 2

Bug Bingo: Illustrated insect game.

Whether you’re looking to try a cool new game or just want a place to cool off, you’re welcome to stop by and check out (or stay in and play) any of our fun board games – come check out our collection – we have something for […]

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The July Mystery Book Club Selection

Harlan Coben's Win: A Novel cover.

Thursday, July 21 at 6:30 p.m.  Join us as we discuss Win by Harlan Coben. Over twenty years ago, the heiress Patricia Lockwood was abducted during a robbery of her family’s estate, then locked inside an isolated cabin for months. Patricia escaped, but so did her captors […]

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Science Wednesdays for Tiny Thinkers

Kids exploring nature with magnifying glasses.

This 6-week program is filled with hands-on activities! Children ages 2-5 will explore colors, discover what makes things float, learn about wind and rain, and have fun experimenting with gravity. The program starts on June 29th and ends on August 3rd. Space is limited, so please register […]

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Congratulations to the 2022 HKHS Art Show Winners!

String art deer and father-son portrait.

Killingworth Library is excited to announce that this year’s $500 Scholarship Winner is Emily Alger, for her string art piece “Stag.” The following HKHS students also received monetary awards for their outstanding pieces of art: Best in Show “The Spectrum” pen and ink portrait by Lauren Heath. […]

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Tuesday Book Club Title for July

Book cover: The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys

Join us as we discuss The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys. Madrid, 1957. Under the fascist dictatorship of General Francisco Franco, Spain is hiding a dark secret. Meanwhile, tourists and foreign businessmen flood into Spain under the welcoming promise of sunshine and wine. Among them is […]

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2022 Summer Programming Begins Saturday 6/25 with CandyLand: Under the Sea

Candy houses, goldfish, and bubbles.

June 25 from 10 am – 1 pm. Life-size CandyLand returns! This year’s CandyLand theme is “Under the Sea” and children ages 1 – 99 are invited to play games (ring toss, etc.) to win prizes, books* (and of course candy) under the giant tent in the […]

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Join Us for Minecraft Mania on June 30 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Minecraft game characters in a world.

Mark your calendars for Killingworth Library’s first-ever Minecraft program! Open to players ages 10 – 17, participants will complete a series of quests, activities, and challenges within the game in small groups. Along the way, all skill levels of Minecraft will gain new knowledge, tips, & tricks! […]

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Closed for Memorial Day

Here's an alt tag for the image: American flag, Memorial Day remembrance.

The library will be closed in honor of Memorial Day, Monday, May 30. We will re-open on Tuesday, May 31 at 9 am.  Wishing you all a safe and wonderful holiday!

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Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens and Teens

Here's an alt tag for the image: `Heroes battle a fearsome red dragon`

Tweens and teens: come play Dungeons and Dragons! Held every Thursday from 4:00pm-6:00pm, this game session will run from May 12 to June 9th. Dungeon Master Anastasia will lead the way. Attendance is limited to five players, so please register in advance through our calendar. All five […]

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Book Club Combo Summer Meetup!

Vintage typewriter: Write something.

On June 15 at 6:30 p.m. the Tuesday Book Discussion and Mystery Book Club meet together at the BarrelHouse for a mid-year celebration! Special guests – Connecticut mystery writers Joseph J. Bradley and Lynn Sheft – will be on hand to share their stories about writing and […]

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