KML Summer Reading Program!
Starting June 16, come in to register for Summer Reading and join in the fun! This year’s theme is Color Our World. We have a fun lineup of library programs scheduled for kids, teens, and adults along with fabulous raffle prizes. Thank you to the Friends of the Kent Memorial Library for their support.
Adult Programs
Movies at the Library – KML is showing movies again! Visit our website at www.suffield-library.org/ for more information, including this month’s movie showtimes.
Fiber Friendly – Wednesdays, June 11 and 26 at 4 p.m. Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidering, or engaging in other fiber-related interests? Bring a project you’re working on or start something new! Join us on alternate Wednesdays for conversation, camaraderie, and fiber artistry. No registration required; marble table seats 10. Open to all ages; people under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Rise to the Challenge Book Group – Monday, June 9 at 6:30 p.m. Join us in reading and discussing books that have been challenged and/or banned. June’s discussion will focus on Looking for Alaska by John Green. Copies of the book will be available at the library. No registration is required.
Tech Time – Wednesdays from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Do you want help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet? Don’t let technology frustration hold you back – come to KML Tech Time on Wednesdays! Whether you need help troubleshooting an issue, setting up a new device, or downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks, we’ve got you covered! No registration required. First come, first served.
Thursday Readers Book Discussion Group – Thursday, June 26 at 1 p.m. Get together on the last Thursday of the month with other readers to discuss a book. Books are available at the library. Registration is not required. The June title will be The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier.
Books and Beyond Discussion with Simon Van Booy – Thursday, June 26 at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Simon Van Booy will be joining us to discuss his novel Sipsworth via Zoom on Thursday, June 26 at 7 p.m. Registration is required. Copies of the book are available at the library.
So, you want to be a… – Tuesday June 3 at 6:30 p.m. New series every other Tuesday night. Right now, there are more young adults not headed down the 4-year college path and considering trades. But this program isn’t just for kids, it’s for parents, or any adult who’s thinking of switching careers or even if you’re just curious. Everyone and their questions are welcome. We will interview a different trade each Tuesday. Let’s talk about the realities of the job, salary, lifestyle, and what are the different avenues to get into that career. On June 3 we will have Gregg Strede here from Local 478 to talk about heavy machine operation.
Mah-jong – Thursday mornings from 10 a.m.- noon. Join us for a morning of American Mahjong! Make new friends as you play one of the world’s oldest tile-based games. For Adults – Basic knowledge of the game required. Please bring your 2025 NMJL (National Mahjong Junior League) card.
Baseball Trivia – Saturday June 7 at 1:00 p.m. Is Shohei Ohtani already a Hall-of-Famer? How did Elmer Flick ever get inducted? Test your baseball knowledge at Kent Memorial Library in Baseball Trivia! The contest will be led by Karl Cicitto, SABR researcher. Compete in two rounds of informative trivia questions to win prizes. One round focuses on Hall of Famers, present and future; the other will be about baseball books, films, and music. Expect surprises, food, and fun! Registration is required.
Celebrating Joy, Happiness, and Humor – Wednesday June 18 at 6:30 p.m. In this illuminating, humorous, and engaging program, motivational speaker and coach Dr. Steve Sobel will give you the ideas and insights to fully “squeeze every moment out of life.” Your stress level will certainly decrease by the end of the program. Registration required.
Craft Night With Dimple – Wednesday June 25 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a fun hands-on craft night with Dimple. We will decorate picture frames with Henna. All materials will be provided. Registration required.
Kid and Teen Programs
Rhyme Time – Fridays, June 13, 20, and 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Recommended Ages 0-5
Visiting McAlister – June 2-6. Miss Wendy will be visiting McAlister Intermediate School June to tell students all about the Summer Reading program! She’ll be bringing a bunch of new books to share as well!
Happy Pride! – Monday June 9 to Saturday June 14. Come get a rainbow sticker, enter a raffle for a Lego kit, a craft! Drop-in, while supplies last.
Sticker Mosaic – Come to the library to help us put together our mystery sticker mosaic! Stickers will be available at the children’s desk. Just ask us! All ages can participate.
Sensory time: Playdough – Tuesday, June 17 and Wednesday, June 18 at 10 a.m. – noon. Come hang out at the library and play with playdough. Drop-In.
Salt Painting – Thursday, June 26 from 2 – 3 p.m. Join us for a fun craft hour where we make paintings using salt two different ways. Dress for possible mess, ages 7+, all materials provided. Registration required.
Guest Librarian: Learn how to do a book display with Ms. Sandy! – Mondays, June 23 or 30 at 11 a.m.Grades K and up. Be a guest librarian! Learn how to pick a theme, find the books, and make a display with Ms. Sandy! Registration required.
Elementary Nutmeg Book Discussion – Tuesday, June 24 at 10:30 a.m. Join us to read a book from this year’s list of Elementary Nutmeg nominees, The World’s Best Class Plant by Audrey Vernick and Liz Garton Scanlon! Then we’ll enjoy book-related activities, including a craft! Attendees are encouraged to wear their best plant-related outfits. Grades K – 3. Space is limited; registration is required.
Fun in the Sun: Science experiments to do in the sun! – Wednesday, June 25. Grades 3-4 Join Suffield science teacher Joe Grimard as we do science experiments that rely on the sun. The activities will include making color changing bracelets with UV beads, making sun prints on special paper, and using prism glasses. We’ll be going outside in the sun, so don’t forget your sunscreen. Registration required.
Tie Dye – Tuesday, July 1 at 10:30 and Wednesday, July 2 at 3 p.m.
Keep your groovy summer going and tie dye something with us! Bring a 100% white cotton shirt, bandana, pillowcase, hat, or pair of socks! Just be sure they are pre-washed and 100% cotton for best results. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kent Memorial Library. Grades K and Up. Space is limited; registration is required.
Adventure Story Time – Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. We’re going on an adventure! Join us while we take a pretend trip through the National Parks. There will be science experiments, music and a craft. Space is limited; registration is required.