Category: Adult

Bring an Open Mind and Join Us for A Special America250-themed discussion of Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville For more information about Hagaman Library’s Philosophy Club, please contact our Reference Librarian and group facilitator, Chris Hemingway at: 203-468-3890 Extension: 110 or via email at: chemingway@hagamanlibrary.org.

The United States Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, is the foundational document severing the Thirteen Colonies’ political ties with Great Britain. Drafted primarily by Thomas Jefferson, it asserts universal human rights and justifies the American Revolution. The Declaration of Independence resonates to this day with universal truths, including that all are created equal.  In […]

In celebration of the country’s semiquincentennial, enjoy “New Songs” and Hymns published in Connecticut during the American Revolution.  From the time of the Stamp Act through the British surrender at Yorktown, Connecticut’s seditious colonists used these works to foment rebellion, commemorate victory, and give thanks for preservation. Richard Franklin Donohue, Tenor & Harpsichord, will explore this fiery repertoire that in […]

This year’s summer reading games theme, “Plant a Seed and Read,” celebrates the idea that reading helps us to grow, cultivating knowledge, just as a seed grows into a thriving plant; with all that said, what are you reading this summer? We want to hear all about it at Hagaman Library’s next Reader’s Roundtable Meeting! Open to readers of all […]

Explore the culinary possibilities of the best tasting edible wild plants and mushrooms found in southern New England with stunning photos of our all-original recipes. Karen Monger and her husband have presented over 200 walks and programs to libraries, nature centers,garden clubs, summer camps, mycological clubs, fish and game clubs, homeschool groups, land trusts, and private individuals since 2016, when […]

Study up and test your luck! Maybe win a prize! Drop-ins welcome! Expand your Revolutionary knowledge! For more information about Hagaman Library’s new History & Trivia Nights, contact our Reference Librarian, Chris Hemingway at: 203-468-3890 Extension: 110 chemingway@hagamanlibrary.org.

The Knitting Club will meet on Tuesdays, July 7 & 21 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. in the Library’s new Study Cove. Most materials will be provided for club members, however, if you have materials at home (such as knitting needles or a special yarn you prefer to use) please feel free to bring them along. Facilitated by Lorie […]

Join the Crochet Club! Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28- 6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. (Large Print Room) Most materials will be provided, however, if you have materials at home (such as crochet hooks or a special yarn you prefer to use) please feel free to bring them along. Registration is required. There is a limit of 15. To […]