Our 2025-2028 Strategic Framework Planning Has Begun!
Every five years, the New Haven Free Public Library (NHFPL) has crafted a Strategic Framework—a roadmap of initiatives designed to bring our Mission, Vision, and Values to life. These frameworks are built on the insights and ideas shared by you, the residents of New Haven and visitors to NHFPL, to meet the city’s informational, cultural, and educational needs.
Recognizing the rapid changes in our world and community, we’re taking a more dynamic approach this year. Instead of the usual five-year span, our new Strategic Framework will guide us through the next three fiscal years. This shorter timeline allows us to stay agile and responsive to emerging trends in libraries, technology, and information, ensuring that both the Library and the communities we serve thrive.
Want to be a part of this exciting journey? Stay informed and get involved by checking this page for the latest updates, details on Community Engagement Workshops, and more!
How to Share Feedback With Us
We want to hear for YOU! Read on to find out how you can share your ideas and feedback with us.
Community Engagement Workshops
Your input matters! Join us at our community engagement workshops and share feedback on what our community needs. Tell us what you love, what we might do differently, and your thoughts on new and innovative programs you would like to see at NHFPL. Your input will help guide our goals and services for the next three years. Let’s work together to create a better future for New Haven!
¡Tu opinión es importante! Únase a nosotros en nuestros talleres de participación comunitaria y comparta sus comentarios sobre las necesidades de nuestra comunidad. Cuéntenos qué le gusta, qué podríamos hacer de manera diferente y qué programas nuevos e innovadores le gustaría ver en NHFPL. Sus comentarios nos ayudarán a orientar nuestros objetivos y servicios para los próximos tres años. ¡Trabajemos juntos para crear un futuro mejor para New Haven!
您的意见至关重要！加入我们的社区参与研讨会，就我们的社区需求分享反馈意见。告诉我们您喜欢什么、我们应该改变什么，以及您希望在 NHFPL 看到哪些新的创新项目。您的意见将有助于指导我们未来三年的目标和服务。让我们共同努力，为纽黑文创造更美好的未来！
Registration is required. Sign up with a staff member in person or over the phone, or click on the link below.
Es necesario registrarse. Inscríbase en persona o por teléfono con un miembro del personal, o haga clic en el enlace de abajo.
需要报名。请亲自或通过电话与NHFPL工作人员报名，或扫描二维码。
In English
September 9, 6-7:30 pm: Mitchell Branch
37 Harrison Street
September 19, 6-7:30 pm: Fair Haven Branch
182 Grand Avenue
September 23, 6-7:30 pm: Ives Main Library
133 Elm Street
September 24, 6-7:30 pm: Wilson Branch
303 Washington Avenue
September 28, 1:30-3 pm: Ives Main Library
133 Elm Street
September 30, 6-7:30 pm: Virtual
Zoom
October 2, 6-7:30 pm: Stetson Branch
197 Dixwell Avenue
En español
Jueves 26 de Septiembre, 18:00 a 19:30 horas:
Sucursal Fair Haven
Martes 1 de octubre, 18:00 a 19:30 horas:
Sucursal Wilson
汉语
10 月 8 日，星期二6-7:30 pm:
艾夫斯圖書館
Surveys at Story Times and Stay and Play
Parents and caregivers will have a chance to share their thoughts on a short survey after systemwide Stay and Play or story time events. The first will be September 16, 2024 immediately following story time at the Ives Main Library. Please reach out to your local Children’s Room for more information.
Community Outreach Events
Come visit us at New Haven Pride on September 7th at Crown and Orange St. in the 9th Square District from 12-6 pm! We’ll be asking for community feedback in a fun and inviting way. More information to follow soon!
Watch this space for information on other upcoming community outreach events we’ll be participating in.