Library

Local Staff Member Now New Librarian

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It is no surprise to anyone in Suffield to read that our library has suffered extraordinary tumult in the last few years, with much repair work and many code requirements needing to be met and less than stellar temporary accommodations during the interim. We all rejoiced when it reopened last summer, its beautiful new Mary Anne Zak entrance offering much-needed handicapped access. The original building, with the addition, has provided if not exactly a new life–since many of its original challenges still exist–but certainly a renewed energy. Into this milieu has stepped even more energy, this time in the person of Garrett Pinder, our newly appointed Head Librarian. Garrett grew up in the Bahamas; he is a transplanted New Englander, though he attended both secondary school and college in Virginia.

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A Fond Farewell

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Just a few months ago I was writing to introduce myself as the Interim Library Director for the Kent Memorial Library. And now that a new director has been hired, I am saying goodbye to the library and Suffield once again. I have enjoyed my time here, and am grateful for having had the opportunity to work with the town administration, the Library Commission, and most importantly, the dedicated library staff to ensure that the Kent Memorial Library continued to operate effectively during this latest transition. The support, cooperation, and encouragement I received was always very much appreciated. As I return to retirement with a newfound appreciation for a slower pace of life, I wish you all the best for the library’s future success!

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No Book Collection for April

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The Friends of KML book collection, normally held the first Saturday of each month, will be put on hold until the library is open. Save your books. Hopefully we’ll be back collecting soon.

Director’s Corner

“Nothing to Fear”


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When I tell people that I grew up in the Bahamas, I’m often asked “What are you doing up here?” Naturally, this conjures images of sunny beaches and blue waters.

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General Programs

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For more information or to register for programs, please stop by the library or call 860-668-3896, or go online to suffield-library.org or follow us on Facebook. All programs are free!

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Youth Programs

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It’s Winter Reading time! Read, earn a free raffle ticket each week for a Grand Prize, and spin the wheel for fun giveaways! Sponsored by the Friends of Kent Memorial Library

Director’s Corner

Let’s Get Acquainted

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Hello old friends and welcome to my new acquaintances! Some of you may remember me from three or more decades ago when I was employed at the Kent Memorial Library.

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Teen Programs

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Sign up for Winter Reading and earn raffle tickets each week you sign in at the library. No need to count minutes or hours or even books. Just pop in and fill out a raffle ticket each week.