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  • Homeschool Book Club (6 – 8): Wish
    Homeschool Book Club (6 – 8): Wish
    March 21, 2023 by
    On Tuesday, April 4th at 11:30-12:30, the Homeschool Book Club for 6-8 year olds will be discussing the first half of “Wish” by Barbara O’Connor. We will discuss the 2nd half of the book on Tuesday, April 18th. This is a touching, New York Times-bestselling story about […]...
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  • Homeschool Book Club (9 – 11): The Wild Robot
    Homeschool Book Club (9 – 11): The Wild Robot
    March 6, 2023 by
    On March 28th, the Homeschool Book Club will be discussing “A Wild Robot”, by Peter Brown. This New York Times bestselling illustrated middle grade novel is heartwarming and action-packed. Can a robot survive in the wilderness? When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she […]...
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  • Homeschool Book Club (9 – 11): A Boy Called Bat
    Homeschool Book Club (9 – 11): A Boy Called Bat
    February 14, 2023 by
    On March 14th, the Homeschool Book Club will be discussing A Boy Called Bat, by Elana K. Arnold. Bixby Alexander Tam, a.k.a. Bat (peek at his initials) is a charming story about a boy who is smart and compassionate and really likes animals. Since life is full […]...
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  • Homeschool Book Club (9 – 11): A Wolf Called Wander
    Homeschool Book Club (9 – 11): A Wolf Called Wander
    January 19, 2023 by
    During their first sessions on January 24th and February 14th, the Homeschool Book Club will be discussing A Wolf Called Wander, by Rosanne Parry. Swift lives with his pack in the mountains until one terrible day rival wolves invade their home. Alone and hungry, Swift must make […]...
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  • Click to View our Winter and Spring Programs!
    Click to View our Winter and Spring Programs!
    December 30, 2022 by
    Kids, seniors, and everybody in-between can look forward to a season of great activities at the Killingworth Library! You can access our flyer at the link below, and paper copies will be available at the front desk. Please register for programs using the calendar on the library’s […]...
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  • Winter Pajama Story Time:  Thursday, January 19 at 6:00 pm
    Winter Pajama Story Time: Thursday, January 19 at 6:00 pm
    December 21, 2022 by
    Come dressed to cuddle and bring your favorite stuffed animal! Mrs. Fig will share her favorite Winter stories. Family members of all ages are welcome. Please register in advance, so we know how many friends to expect: Event Keeper Registration Form...
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  • Do the Write Thing for Kids
    Do the Write Thing for Kids
    December 17, 2022 by
    Kids, ages 7-9: Do you like to write, and would you like to help us create a writing club? Look no further! Join us as we explore well-known authors, and be inspired by their writing styles and craft. Collect your ideas in a journal and have the […]...
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  • NEW DATE: Santa is stopping at the library on December 18!
    NEW DATE: Santa is stopping at the library on December 18!
    December 5, 2022 by
    The library is the final stop on Santa’s tour of Killingworth on Sunday, December 18th!  Please note this is a new date. We don’t know the exact time of Santa’s arrival, and while the library is not normally open on Sunday, we will be open from noon […]...
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  • Minecraft Saturdays for Kids & Tweens
    Minecraft Saturdays for Kids & Tweens
    September 19, 2022 by
    Join us for Minecraft Saturdays! This first session of the day, geared towards kids ages 6 through 8, will teach the basics of the game and foster a community through teambuilding activities. Monsters and fighting will be turned off, with focus put on building and problem-solving. While […]...
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  • Did You Miss Our Recent "Take and Make" Craft with Book Saturday? Here's Another Chance!
    Did You Miss Our Recent “Take and Make” Craft with Book Saturday? Here’s Another Chance!
    August 10, 2022 by
    Whether you’re trying to squeeze in one more road trip at the end of summer or just busy running around, make sure to allow a few minutes to stop by the Killingworth Library to pick out one of our “Take and Make” craft and picture book combos […]...
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  • Tweens and Teens - It's Time to Talk About Books
    Tweens and Teens – It’s Time to Talk About Books
    August 7, 2022 by
    Thursday, August 11 from 5 – 6:30 pm. We know you have to do it – so let’s get together and work on those school reading book discussion guides! This program will be held inside the library  to allow for comfortable writing. Pizza and soda will be […]...
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  • There's Still Time to Participate in Our Model Boat Races !
    There’s Still Time to Participate in Our Model Boat Races !
    August 3, 2022 by
    The last race is 10:30 am on Saturday, August 13, at Deep River Library. If you haven’t attended one of our pirate boat building sessions, there is still time to get your boat ready! The last boat building sessions are on August 9, where we will prepare […]...
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  • Pirates Ahoy
    Pirates Ahoy
    August 2, 2022 by
    Boys and girls ages 6-9, get ready to build catapults, create model pirate ships and treasure maps, and learn how to tie knots! This STEM/STEAM program will have mini-blocks (generic Legos) galore and so much more!   We will finish in August with model boat races against […]...
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  • Science Wednesdays for Tiny Thinkers
    Science Wednesdays for Tiny Thinkers
    June 18, 2022 by
    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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  • Saturday Storytime
    Saturday Storytime
    April 14, 2022 by
    We’ve got stories and crafts to brighten your day, as we move towards Summer! Join us this week as we read How to Surprise a Dad by Jean Reagan. Please register using the link below. Saturday Storytimes have returned to an in-person event! We will meet either in […]...
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Doors Open for Browsing
Mon, Wed, Fri: 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Tue, Thur: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Curbside pickup available 6 days week during open hours
Call to schedule: 860-663-2000

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Killingworth Library Association
301 Route 81 (shipping)
P.O. Box 725 (mail)
Killingworth, CT 06419
(860) 663-2000
mail@killingworthlibrary.org

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