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Scotland Public Library

Established 1895

Scotland, CT  ·  Tue–Wed & Fri 3–7pm  ·  Thu 9am–2pm  ·  Sat 9am–12pm Call 860-423-1492

Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Scotland Public Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.

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September Self-Care
During Library Hours Throughout September
 September Self-Care
Monday, Sep. 7, During Library Hours Throughout September
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Celebrate Self-Care Awareness Month with a different drop-in activity each week throughout September.
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Building Club
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Building Club
Tuesday, Sep. 8, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Kids ages 6–12 can tackle a new hands-on building, design, or STEM challenge each month.
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Storytime with Miss Jenn
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
 Storytime with Miss Jenn
Thursday, Sep. 10, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Stories, songs, movement, activities, and occasional crafts for young children and their caregivers.
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September Self-Care
During Library Hours Throughout September
 September Self-Care
Monday, Sep. 14, During Library Hours Throughout September
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Celebrate Self-Care Awareness Month with a different drop-in activity each week throughout September.
Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest
Through October 16
 Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest
Monday, Sep. 14, Through October 16
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Calling all Scotland storytellers! Residents ages 6 and up are invited to submit an original short story set in Connecticut for the Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest. Entries will be accepted September 14 through October 16.
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Canterbury & Scotland Book Club
7:00 PM
 Canterbury & Scotland Book Club
Tuesday, Sep. 15, 7:00 PM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Join us for our monthly Canterbury & Scotland Book Club, a collaborative program between the Scotland Public Library and the Canterbury Public Library! Each session features a lively discussion in a welcoming and relaxed environment.
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Storytime with Miss Jenn
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
 Storytime with Miss Jenn
Thursday, Sep. 17, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Stories, songs, movement, activities, and occasional crafts for young children and their caregivers.
Smart Phone Basics Workshop
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
 Smart Phone Basics Workshop
Thursday, Sep. 17, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Canterbury Public Library, 1 Municipal Dr, Canterbury, CT 06331
A beginner-friendly smartphone class covering navigation, Wi-Fi, apps, photos, texting, accessibility, privacy, security, and time for individual questions.
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Art Journaling
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 Art Journaling
Friday, Sep. 18, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Relax, create, and experiment with collage, drawing, stamping, and more at our twice-monthly Art Journaling gathering. All supplies are provided and no experience is necessary.
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September Self-Care
During Library Hours Throughout September
 September Self-Care
Monday, Sep. 21, During Library Hours Throughout September
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Celebrate Self-Care Awareness Month with a different drop-in activity each week throughout September.
Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest
Through October 16
 Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest
Monday, Sep. 21, Through October 16
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Calling all Scotland storytellers! Residents ages 6 and up are invited to submit an original short story set in Connecticut for the Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest. Entries will be accepted September 14 through October 16.
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Storytime with Miss Jenn
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
 Storytime with Miss Jenn
Thursday, Sep. 24, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Stories, songs, movement, activities, and occasional crafts for young children and their caregivers.
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Teen Zine Making
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 Teen Zine Making
Friday, Sep. 25, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Teens ages 13–18 can write, draw, collage, and create their own mini self-published zines. No experience necessary.
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Autumn Equinox Nature Crowns
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
 Autumn Equinox Nature Crowns
Saturday, Sep. 26, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Celebrate the first day of fall by learning about the autumn equinox and creating a colorful nature crown.
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September Self-Care
During Library Hours Throughout September
 September Self-Care
Monday, Sep. 28, During Library Hours Throughout September
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Celebrate Self-Care Awareness Month with a different drop-in activity each week throughout September.
Blind Date with a Book
During Library Hours Throughout October
 Blind Date with a Book
Monday, Sep. 28, During Library Hours Throughout October
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Celebrate National Book Month by choosing a mystery read based only on a few clues—no judging a book by its cover!
National Book Month Bingo
During Library Hours Throughout October
 National Book Month Bingo
Monday, Sep. 28, During Library Hours Throughout October
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Celebrate National Book Month with Book Bingo and challenge yourself to explore something new to read.
Remix the Future: Love Your Planet
During Library Hours Through October 30th.
Remix the Future: Love Your Planet
Monday, Sep. 28, During Library Hours Through October 30th.
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Youth ages 10–18 are invited to imagine, create, and share their ideas about caring for our planet through a special Remix the Future creative station from The GIANT Room.
Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest
Through October 16
 Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest
Monday, Sep. 28, Through October 16
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
Calling all Scotland storytellers! Residents ages 6 and up are invited to submit an original short story set in Connecticut for the Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest. Entries will be accepted September 14 through October 16.
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Craft Club
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Craft Club
Tuesday, Sep. 29, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
21 Brook Rd. P.O. Box 286 Scotland
A new hands-on art and craft project each month for kids ages 6–12. All supplies are provided. 
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