Burlington Public Library

06/25/2026

Our FIRST StoryWalk® is up in our courtyard for the whole summer! Come for a short walk while reading Bear's New Friend written by Karma Wilson and illustrated by Jane Chapman

Each sign is numbered and features a page of the book, with an arrow guiding you to the next

Enjoy a story and stroll next time you visit the library!☀️

06/25/2026

Friday plans? We’ve got you. Drop in anytime for sidewalk chalk, bubbles, and outdoor fun in our courtyard. Simple, colorful, and guaranteed to make your kids smile.

06/24/2026

If you’ve got a curious rising 5th+ grader, this is the kind of hands‑on science experience they’ll talk about long after summer ends. Next Monday, the Connecticut Science Center is coming to BPL to guide teens through a real genetics lab activity — extracting their own DNA (which they’ll take home as a necklace) and exploring how their genes influence their ability to taste bitterness. It’s engaging, educational, and designed to spark a deeper interest in STEM by letting teens see and test their own biology. Spots are limited. Registration is available at https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=8887&EventID=584698&PK=

06/23/2026

Guess who’s taking a break from the dog days of summer to visit friends at BPL — Holden, our favorite therapy dog! He’ll be at the library this Thursday for a cozy, calming reading session. A tail‑wagging good time awaits — come say hi and share some stories with Holden! To reserve a 15‑minute timeslot, call the library at 860‑673‑3331.

06/23/2026

The Summer Reading Program is in full swing! Congratulations to our Week One winner of the Weekly Adult Raffle! She won a gift certificate for 4 to mini golf at Hogan's Cider Mill and receive keepsake golf balls! Thank you, Hogans Cider Mill for your wonderful donation!! If you want to enter into the weekly raffle too, all you have to do is check out an item for yourself!! Want to enter into the Grand Prize Adult Raffle? Attending the adult programs will earn you tickets for that!! Visit our website to check out our calendar of programs! https://burlingtonctlibrary.org/

06/22/2026

If your rising 5th–12th grader dreams in countdowns and lift‑offs, this is their summer. Our three‑part Teens Blast Off series begins THIS FRIDAY, and the first session is where the magic begins — hands‑on rocket building guided by real experts from the CATO Rocketry Club. By July 24, they won’t just be talking about rockets… they’ll be launching one they built themselves. A few spots remain, and once Part 1 begins, the launch crew is locked in. Secure their seat on the launchpad today.
👉 Register now at https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=8887&EventID=584356&PK=951279

06/22/2026

Week 1 of Summer Reading was such a blast that we couldn’t resist doing it all over again. What’s happening under the BPL Big Tent this week? Take a look at a few of our upcoming programs that still have room to join in. A world of wonder awaits this summer at BPL — come be part of it. Explore this week’s programs at https://burlingtonctlibrary.org/

06/17/2026

06/15/2026

Today marks the start of our Summer Reading Program, and we want to shine a spotlight on the incredible small businesses who donated prizes to make this summer even more fun. Their generosity rewards our patrons, strengthens our community, and adds a little extra sparkle to this year’s program. We are so grateful for the local businesses who support the library — and we encourage you to support them whenever you can!

06/13/2026

Chair Yoga is back for the summer — starting next week! Start your morning with a stretch & a smile courtesy of Bold Yoga: A Virtual Yoga Studio for Libraries. These gentle, accessible sessions are perfect for all bodies and all experience levels. Join us, breathe deeply, and ease into your day with movement that feels good. Details and registration at https://burlingtonctlibrary.org/