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Newtown Narratives is Live!

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As of today, the Newtown Narratives website is live and ready to be explored. Listen to stories about Newtown (past and present) and share one with us if you’d like! Did you know that you can become a certified frog watcher? Learn more in this story shared by one of Newtown’s very own.

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Notes on Modern Irrationality with Bestselling Author Amanda Montell

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Thursday, January 23 at 2:00 PM–register here! Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality. In a delicious blend of cultural criticism and personal narrative that explores our cognitive biases and the power, disadvantages, and highlights of magical thinking, […]

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Newtown Day with Spice City FC

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Spice City FC vs. United Elite Krajisnik FC Sunday, January 19 at 3:00 pm Danbury Arena In celebration of Newtown Day, Spice City will donate 10% of their ticket sales to the C.H. Booth Library. Stick around, kids can go on the field for autographs with soccer players after the game! Use coupon code BOOTH […]

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Device Lending Program

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Did you know that the library lends out technology devices such as iPads, Chromebooks, laptop, and wifi hotspots to help you stay connected, learn, and create? Whether you need to finish a project, attend an online class, or simply explore the digital world, we’ve got you covered. Visit, call, or text the library to check […]

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The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with Author TJ Klune

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Wednesday, January 15 at 7:00 PM–register here! Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea. Somewhere Beyond the Sea is a story of resistance, lovingly told, about the daunting experience […]

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Mindfulness Meetup | Monday, February 3

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Monday, February 3 at 10:30 am in the Meeting Room. Join this event to relax with guided meditations and de-stress with a coloring page. These exercises are designed to cultivate inner peace and sharpen your focus. We will use a resource called Hiveclass to learn and practice skills for becoming more mindful and present. Please […]

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Free Income Tax Help

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Free Income Tax Help In-Person The C.H. Booth Library is pleased to announce FREE income tax assistance, provided through a partnership between the AARP Foundation and the IRS. This service will be available on Thursdays from February 6 until April 10, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to receive expert help with your taxes! Registration is […]

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