Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
2nd Tuesday of Every Month (ongoing), 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Drop-in group.
To help people who care for those with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter facilitates about 90 support groups around the state. People talk about their experiences and offer suggestions to deal with topics including medical, legal, behavioral and financial problems.
Bereavement Support Group
1st & 3rd Wednesday of Every Month (ongoing), 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Drop-in group.
Facilitated by a retired social worker, this group provides an opportunity to gather with others who are processing loss. Sometimes just having a place to share your feelings makes them easier to bear.
French Conversation Group: Monday
Mondays (ongoing), 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Drop-in group.
Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
French Conversation Group: Tuesday
Tuesdays (ongoing), 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Drop-in group.
Meet up with other beginner to intermediate French speakers to practice conversation in a friendly environment.
Genealogy Interest Group
2nd & 4th Tuesday of Every Month (ongoing), 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Drop-in group.
Meet up with other genealogy aficionados, talk about resources, share your own genealogy journey, ask questions, and more! Great group for beginners looking to get into the community and long-time enthusiasts looking to meet new friends and share their passion.
Needlework Group
Mondays (ongoing), 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Drop-in group.
Knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, and more are welcome! Come and do needlework with other craft enthusiasts. Bring your crafts, your works in progress, your finished pieces, your patterns, and craft along with others while swapping tips, tricks, and conversation.
The Writer’s Block: Wednesday Mornings
2nd & 4th Wednesday of Every Month (ongoing), 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Drop-in group.
If you need time and a place to focus on your writing, the library has set aside a block of time just for you! Come meet fellow writers to socialize and work. No prompts. No critique. Just write! All levels and all genres welcome.
The Writer’s Block: Thursday Evenings
1st Thursday of Every Month (ongoing), 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Drop-in group.
If you need time and a place to focus on your writing, the library has set aside a block of time just for you! Come meet fellow writers to socialize and work. No prompts. No critique. Just write! All levels and all genres welcome.
SCORE At The Library
Thursdays (ongoing), 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Registration required. Masks required.
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE provides free and confidential advice on starting and growing small businesses. Appointments must be scheduled in advance, either by calling (860) 388-9508 or downloading a request form.
