Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!

We’re bringing the dig to the library! Experience paleontology for yourself at our mini fossil dig with REAL fossils to find and identify.

July 10, 5:30-7:00 pm

Calling all adventurers! Gather your friends and visit the Makerspace to level up your D&D campaigns with personalized wooden dice trays. You’ll learn how to use some CNC magic to design and create a completely customized accessory for your games- you pick the shape of the tray and the number of slots for dice, and add a personal touch with engraving! *This workshop will focus on the design part of the process. Trays will be cut on the CNC after the workshop and may be picked up from the library at a later date.

* Grades 6-12.

Registration Required: https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/teen-ddiy-make-your-own-dice-tray-grades-6-12/

Bring your picnic baskets and lawn chairs and join us for one, two or all of these fun family events!! 

These are all free events! No Registration is Required! Feel free to join us for some foot tapping and swinging Summer entertainment!

Our Summer Concert Series continues!

The Tradesmen is a high energy 4-piece group performing a wide variety of classics & favorites.

The Morris Town Green is located at the intersection of Routes 61 and 109. Convenient parking either at the Morris Town Hall or at James Morris School.

Grab your lawn chair and blanket, pack a picnic dinner and join us for some LIVE music!

Friday, July 11

6:00 pm

Morris Town Green

FREE!

(In case of inclement weather, please visit this Facebook page and our website (www.morrisct.gov) for updates.)

A Friends of the Thomaston Public Library Fundraiser! This is an adult only 21+ event. Tickets include ONE alcoholic beverage, soft drinks, appetizers, and entry to visit all the furry and scaly friends! We will have many animals for you to pet, hold, and take pictures with. Cash bar available. 

All money raised will go to support programming at the library. Tickets can be purchased at the library. Tickets are $30 if bought in advanced, and $35 at the door. 

Saturdays at 10:30 AM - July 5 - August 9

Perfect for 3 - 5 year olds, but fun for everyone!

Join Mrs. Tricia for a classic library storytime--books, songs, bubbles, and more! Come for early literacy skills, social connections, and fun! We will meet outside each week, weather permitting. 

Fundraiser for James Fisher & Family

Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025

Location: Lewis S. Mills High School Cafeteria

Schedule of event: 

- Social Hour: 3 to 4 PM

- Dinner: 4 to 6 PM

- Raffle Winners: 6 PM

- Games and More: 6 to 8 PM

Join us for an evening of food, fun, and community as we raise funds for James Fisher, a beloved local dad, husband, and guitarist who is currently recovering from a serious medical emergency.

In May, James was hospitalized with a sudden illness that led to emergency surgery. He is now in recovery, but the medical bills and missed income have created a huge strain for his family. James lives in Burlington with his wife Wanda and their two kids, Ella and Ryker.

This event is a chance to support them directly and gather together for a great cause.

We are currently looking for raffle prize donations. If you or your business would like to contribute, we’d be so grateful for anything you can offer.

We’ve got a DJ! 

Huge thanks to Jake Kordas of JKo Entertainment for donating his time, equipment, and energy to our July 12 fundraiser.

He’s bringing full sound and lights, will MC the event, and is open to sharing the stage if any bands want to play. We are so grateful for his support! Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1NG6zD6WKy/

If you’d like to donate a raffle item, volunteer to help, or get involved in any way — whether that’s with setup, food prep, serving, cleanup, or entertainment — please feel free to Facebook message either of the event hosts. We’d love to hear from you!

If you can’t attend, James’ band So Long Davey started a GoFundMe to help his family through this crisis. You can donate or share it here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/james-austins-medical-crisis-your-help-needed?attribution_id=sl:44110d02-72f4-42bb-9bb4-c340c86bc339&lang=en_US&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_c-amp15_c&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=qr_code

Your support means everything. Let’s come together to lift up someone who has given so much to others.

We worship every Sunday at 10 a.m. All are welcome!

Summer Camp will be running for 9 weeks for the summer 2025 season!

• June 23, 2025- August 22, 2025
• 9:00a - 4:00p
• $200 per week or 10% for all 9 weeks ($1620)
• Ages 5-12
• Located at Pleasant View Park (Durand Street) & Elise Besse Pool

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of adventure, creativity, and exploration at our themed summer camp! Each week, campers dive into a new, exciting theme, engaging in activities that spark their imagination, build new skills, and encourage teamwork. Our dedicated staff create a supportive and inclusive environment where every camper feels welcome and motivated to try new things. Each week is packed with themed games, creative arts and crafts, outdoor activities, and memorable experiences that will have campers eagerly looking forward to each new day!

Weekly Themes:

• Circus: Step right up to the greatest show at camp! Learn juggling, create clown costumes, and try your hand at acrobatics as we explore the wonders of the circus world.
• Holiday: Celebrate holidays from around the world in a week of festive fun! From Halloween to New Year's, each day is a different celebration with themed crafts, games, and treats.
• Under the Sea: Dive deep into ocean adventures! Explore marine life, create ocean-themed art, and embark on underwater-themed challenges.
• Superheroes: Unleash your superpowers! Design your own superhero persona, participate in "hero training," and work together to solve camp "missions."
• Around the World: Take a journey across the globe as we explore different cultures, languages, and traditions through games, food, and creative projects.
• Sports: Get your game face on! Try out various sports, build team spirit, and compete in friendly matches while learning the value of teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Outer Space: Blast off into space for a week of cosmic exploration! Learn about planets, create space crafts, and go on an epic space-themed scavenger hunt.
• Flora and Fauna: Discover the beauty of nature! Learn about plants and animals, explore local ecosystems, and create nature-inspired art.
• Challengers: Push your limits and test your skills! Compete in exciting team challenges, obstacle courses, and problem-solving activities designed to build confidence and collaboration.

 Each week campers will have the opportunity to enjoy our Besse Pool on Mondays and Wednesdays, so don't forget your swimsuit!

Register HERE

Celebrate our SummerFest with a week filled with programs for all!

Start if off with Family Carnival Day!

Fun fames and good food!

Check our website for a complete list of FREE SummerFest activities!

Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!

Celebrate our SummerFest with a week of FREE family fun.

Enjoy a Mad Science Show with family, fun and treats.

Tuesdays at 6:00 PM - July 1 - August 5

For children of all ages and their grown-ups

This summer, Tuesday evenings at OWL are all about families--take the stress out of planning dinner and an activity and instead have some complimentary pizza and then play! This program is for children of all ages and their grown-ups. 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR EACH PROGRAM!

7/1: 6-8pm - Bring the Hoopla (Hula Hoop Program)

Bring the fun back into fitness with this high energy, unique Hoopla hoop program!

7/8: 6-8pm - Mini Golf to Go!

Play a round of mini golf in the stacks at OWL!

7/15: 6-7pm - “Predator & Prey” LHAS Outdoor Bird Watching Program

The Litchfield Hills Audubon Society presents this fascinating bird watching program!

7/22: 6-8pm - Pokemon Party

Pizza and Pokemon?! What a perfect combo!

7/29: 6-8pm - Harry Potter Digital Escape Room Party -

Use your HP trivia skills and general knowledge to unlock digital escape rooms! 

8/5: 6-7pm - Science Heroes - 

Science Heroes is back with another exciting and interactive STEM program!

Waldo's Back in Washington Depot This July!

Once again, in celebration of Waldo’s longevity and popularity, his American publisher, Candlewick Press, is teaming up with the American Booksellers Association and two hundred and fifty independent bookstores across the country for some hide-and-seek fun to encourage communities to patronize their local businesses.

Where’s Waldo?   In Washington Depot, of course!  Beginning on Tuesday 1st July, the iconic children’s book character in the red-and-white-striped shirt and black-rimmed specs is visiting 19 local businesses throughout the community .  Find Waldo Local is a great summer vacation activity and a wonderful way to support local businesses and the Shop Local movement.

Anyone who wishes to join in the fun can pick up a “Find Waldo in Washington Depot” passport from any of the participating stores.  When you spot Waldo collect a store stamp or signature.  And to make things a little more challenging, Waldo’s magnifying glass will also be hiding in The Hickory Stick Bookshop.

Great prizes for participants who get 16 or more stamps in their passport. Completed passports should be handed in to the Hickory Stick Bookshop by no later than 5.00 pm on Thursday July 31st.

We will be having a celebration party from 3-4 pm on Saturday August 2nd. Check our website for further details!

There is no charge to participate, and the hunt lasts for all of July.  

For more information about hunting for Waldo in Washington Depot, call The Hickory Stick Bookshop at 860-868-0525 or visit our website at www.hickorystickbookshop.com.  

“Level Up at Your Library” Summer Reading Program for all ages, Morris Public Library, June 24 -August 20, 2025.

We are excited to offer a fun and engaging Summer Reading Program “Level Up at Your Library,” June 24 – August 20, 2025.

Each reading level has their own “Level Up at Your Library” Activity Card to participate in the program. Youngsters (PreK and under) will enjoy reading with their families and engage in fun activities. Students (Grades K-Grade 5) will count the number of their new reading adventures by writing them down in their cards. Teens (Grades 6-12) and adults will explore new and special book selections, which they can easily find at their Library.

Submit your completed cards (could be more than one!) to enter for a chance to win a Level Up at Your Library Prize.

Find weekly coloring projects for children and adults throughout the program – complete yours and share it for our library display!

No registration is required – obtain your card at the kickoff, at the library or download it from the website https://morrispubliclibrary.net (all levels!).