Chester Public Library

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The Chester Public Library is Chester’s community center and premier resource for information, life-long learning, and cultural enrichment.

Chester Public Library is now a Laptop ConneCT Library! Laptop ConneCT lets eligible Connecticut residents borrow a lapt...
09/02/2026

Chester Public Library is now a Laptop ConneCT Library! Laptop ConneCT lets eligible Connecticut residents borrow a laptop and accessories for long-term use.

Chester residents can apply for a laptop if you:
- are at least 18 years old
- have a valid Chester Public Library card (*we can help you sign up!)
- are enrolled in one of the following assistance programs: SNAP, CEAP, LIHEAP, Medicare, or HUSKY Health

Contact the Library at 860-526-0018 or [email protected], or stop in during open hours to fill out an application.

Book Chats with Marsha Bansavage return next month! Join us at the Library at 6:30pm for our lively book discussions. Al...
08/28/2026

Book Chats with Marsha Bansavage return next month! Join us at the Library at 6:30pm for our lively book discussions. All are welcome, whether you have read the book or not! Copies of the books are available for checkout at the library one month prior to discussion.

📅 Tuesday, September 29
🕐 6:30pm
📍 Chester Public Library

Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austin : Step into the elegant world of Regency England, where love must find its way through pride, prejudice, and propriety. At the heart of this beloved classic is the fiercely intelligent and independent Elizabeth Bennet, whose spirited clash with the brooding Mr. Darcy unfolds into one of literature’s most celebrated romances.

Congratulations to our Grand Prize Winners!! Many thanks to everyone who participated - we hope you had a great summer ☀...
08/24/2026

Congratulations to our Grand Prize Winners!! Many thanks to everyone who participated - we hope you had a great summer ☀️

This Saturday, August 22 is the FINAL day to turn in your bookmark tracker to be entered in the Grand Prize Drawing! You...
08/20/2026

This Saturday, August 22 is the FINAL day to turn in your bookmark tracker to be entered in the Grand Prize Drawing! Your completed bookmark becomes your raffle ticket. Grand Prizes include: Ride Bracelets to the Chester Fair and Gift Cards to Honeycone Craft Ice Cream.

Join Teacher of the Deaf, Kristen Urban, for a fun and welcoming Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL)! Beginning...
08/19/2026

Join Teacher of the Deaf, Kristen Urban, for a fun and welcoming Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL)! Beginning Wednesday, September 16 at 4:30pm, this 4-week beginner course is designed for families and any others who want to learn basic everyday signs and creating a foundation of knowledge in ASL. No prior experience required!

Ready to keep signing? Join us in our second session for a fun and interactive continuation of your ASL education! Beginning Wednesday, September 16 at 5:30pm, this fun and interactive 4-week course is designed for families and learners who have completed the previous introductory ASL course and want to build confidence, expand their vocabulary, and begin using more natural ASL sentences and conversations. No advanced experience is needed!

Registration is appreciated to ensure enough materials and seating. Please call 860-526-0018, email [email protected], or follow the QR/link to register online

ASL1: https://forms.gle/p4e5tY2X3bAZdPnNA
ASL2: https://forms.gle/7KSfoTLDHCfrx9SM6

New England Pirates - fun for all ages!📅 September 17 , 2026🕐 @ 6:30pm📍 Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty StreetThis pres...
08/13/2026

New England Pirates - fun for all ages!

📅 September 17 , 2026
🕐 @ 6:30pm
📍 Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty Street

This presentation explains the history of the pirates and pirate hunters of New England during the Golden Age of Piracy. Topics discussed are why people became pirates, how pirate ships were run, weapons and tactics used, politics of the pirates, the government, and of the colonies, as well as how piracy ended. Welcome aboard as we discuss this hidden part of New England's history!

To register, call 860-526-0018, email [email protected], or follow the QR colde to register online: https://forms.gle/yTzhKoxJY5HngYYb9

Generously funded by the Friends of Chester Public Library

The Friends of the Chester Public Library will be holding a book sales at the 20 Water Street Building:Sunday Market, 10...
08/13/2026

The Friends of the Chester Public Library will be holding a book sales at the 20 Water Street Building:

Sunday Market, 10am-1:30pm: August 23rd, September 13th, & September 27th
First Friday, 5pm-8:30pm: September 4th & October 2nd (Light refreshments served)

We are accepting book donations at the Chester Public Library Mondays - Fridays 10am-6pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm. All donations go toward Chester Public Library's programming and services.

Worm Squerber and Chester will be having a Summer Sleepover Party and your stuffed animal friends are invited! Join us t...
08/13/2026

Worm Squerber and Chester will be having a Summer Sleepover Party and your stuffed animal friends are invited! Join us this Saturday for FREE face painting while listening to live guitar music and enjoying party refreshments.

📅 THIS Saturday, August 15, 2026
🕐 11am
📍 Chester Public Library, 21 West Main Street

Our friend Ken will be back playing music on his guitar and Caitlin of UnInkable Body Art will be doing face paint! After the party, stuffed friends are welcome to stay behind for a night at the Library. Pick up your friend Monday morning and hear about all the fun they get into after hours!

RSVP by calling 860-526-0018, emailing [email protected], or register online at: https://forms.gle/zQbUny2NwBHsRSAs7

* If you are unable to attend the party, you still may drop off your stuffy for the sleepover any time before 3pm!

The Sweet History of Honey and Hunt with Honey Tasting📅 August 12, 2026 🕐 6:30 pm📍 Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty Stre...
08/11/2026

The Sweet History of Honey and Hunt with Honey Tasting

📅 August 12, 2026
🕐 6:30 pm
📍 Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty Street

Learn the history of honey harvest, the history of purposeful beekeeping, hives of past and present, the composition of honey and why honey crystalizes. What makes honey so dark or so light? How many varietals of honey are there? Why does honey crystalize? Why doesn't honey need to be pasteurized? Learn the answers to these questions and much more during this engaging talk and taste five varietals of honey and honey from The Humble Bee Honey Company! This is a collaborative program with the Chester Garden Club. Light refreshments will be served.

Please call 860-526-0018, email [email protected], or follow the link (https://forms.gle/ZHym1NDwDYfKEc2h8) to register to ensure enough seating for everyone!

Address

21 W Main Street
Chester, CT
06412

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+18605260018

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