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James Blackstone Memorial Library Indulge your curiosity - online or in person, we’re into what you’re into! The Blackstone Library... we're more than books!

Since 1896, the James Blackstone Memorial Library has been providing essential access to information, resources and unique shared experiences to help ensure Branford is an educated and enriched community. We have free wifi/DVDs/books/magazines/online journals, as well as interested staffers who are ready to help you explore your world and develop you own ideas!

Check out our new pass to Mystic Aquarium. Our pass is good for $5 off per person, up to 4 general admission tickets. Ch...
10/23/2026

Check out our new pass to Mystic Aquarium. Our pass is good for $5 off per person, up to 4 general admission tickets. Check availability through our website or visit the Youth Services Department.

Would you dare to enter the realm of Shakespeare’s scariest stories? Join actors from Elm Shakespeare Company on 10/29 a...
10/22/2026

Would you dare to enter the realm of Shakespeare’s scariest stories? Join actors from Elm Shakespeare Company on 10/29 at 4pm to rehearse and perform short scenes as his most fearful characters: witches, murderers, ghosts, and demons. This class is designed for ages 12-18. Sign up at events.blackstonelibrary.org.

It’s ! Show some to the Friends of the Blackstone Library at your local branch this week—shop the book cart, send a t...
10/20/2026

It’s ! Show some to the Friends of the Blackstone Library at your local branch this week—shop the book cart, send a thank-you card, write a letter, or for the ultimate act of love: Join the Friends!

Take a guided tour of the Mark Twain House in Hartford. The museum is open 7 days a week from 930-530. Our library pass ...
10/16/2026

Take a guided tour of the Mark Twain House in Hartford. The museum is open 7 days a week from 930-530. Our library pass is good for 1 free adult admission or 2 free child admissions with one paid adult admission. This pass is sponsored by The Friends of the Blackstone library. Our pass is digital and can be printed or emailed. Visit blackstonelibrary.org to reserve a pass or learn more.

These Blackstone Library souvenir spoons were created in the library's very early days of its opening, around the late 1...
10/15/2026

These Blackstone Library souvenir spoons were created in the library's very early days of its opening, around the late 1890's. This particular one was discovered in someone's attic and given to the library so we can display it! It'll be in our top floor display case, along with a couple of other spoons and other custom ceramic pieces featuring our amazing building! Stop by and take a look!

Want to prove you’re the best player in town? Come to our Super Smash Bros tournament on Thursday, 10/22 at 3:30pm to te...
10/14/2026

Want to prove you’re the best player in town? Come to our Super Smash Bros tournament on Thursday, 10/22 at 3:30pm to test your skills! For grades 5-12. Sign up at events.blackstonelibrary.org.

10/13/2026

Thank you Card My Yard for yet another gorgeous sign! Our stand-up comedy fundraiser LAUGHS ON TAP is here this Saturday night...only 25 tickets remain, buy yours today at www.blackstonelibrary.org/comedy !!!

Address

758 Main Street
Branford, CT
06405

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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