Willimantic Public Library

05/29/2026

We are so excited that our READy for the Grade summer reading program is back this year! Spots fill up quickly, so please be sure to register soon!

The link for registration is posted in the comments!

05/28/2026

Did you know that Willimantic Public Library offers free computer access?

Our public computers are available to anyone with a library card. Just enter your library card number to log in and get started. Don’t have a card? Ask a staff member for a guest pass. We also offer printing, copying, and faxing services!

If you ever need assistance using technology, you can sign up for one of our Tech Help sessions to receive personalized one-on-one support!

05/27/2026

Submissions for our Children's Bookmark Contest are officially over! Stop by the circulation desk in the children's department to cast your vote!

The library will make copies of the winning bookmark and distribute it to visitors!

05/22/2026

Join us on Tuesday, May 26 at 6:00 PM to craft your own colorful flower card—one string at a time! Recommended for ages 6 and up.

05/21/2026

On Thursday May 28 at 6:00 pm, join us for a night of art collaging for ages 6 and up. You will use magazines, paper, and mixed media to design unique artwork. Materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own!

05/20/2026

📣📣 We have an announcement! 📣📣

Our 2026 Summer Reading theme is.... UNEARTH A STORY! 🦖🦕

We are so excited to offer a wide range of engaging and fun programs all summer long. Keep an eye on this page for further updates! We hope you're able to swing by soon to meet our mascot for summer reading, our velociraptor friend: Jerry Pickles!

05/19/2026

We've extended the deadline to this Saturday, May 23!

Drop off your forms by then!

Submissions for our children's bookmark contest end this Saturday, May 16!

Stop by the library to pick a form!

Voting will be held next week from May 18 to May 23.

05/15/2026

🎲♟️🧩 Join us next Friday and Saturday for some really exciting events! Both events are recommended for ages 5 and up. 🎲♟️🧩

Friday, 5/22 at 4:30 pm - Giant Games Day - Bring the whole family down to the library to play giant-sized board games together! We'll have Candy Land, Life, Sorry!, Uno, and more!

Saturday, 5/23 at 12:00 pm - LEGO® Time - Come build and play with our giant LEGO® collection!

05/13/2026

Submissions for our children's bookmark contest end this Saturday, May 16!

Stop by the library to pick a form!

Voting will be held next week from May 18 to May 23.

05/12/2026

Next Tuesday, May 19 at 6:00 PM, join us to make your own bracelets and necklaces using our makerspace supplies!

This is a children's program for ages 8 and up.