City Directories at NHFPL
By: Allison Botelho, Local History Librarian City directories hold a trove of information on New Haven, its households, organizations, and businesses. Issued yearly, most of ours were published by the Price & Lee Company. Similar to phone books (if you remember those), they are a yearly snapshot showing every entity that had an address, making … Continued
For fans of …
Attention Movie Lovers – the library has your back! What happens when after the credits roll on the summer’s latest blockbuster and you’re still wanting for more? Here at NHFPL, we understand the movie goer’s dilemma. Check out our lists for geared towards adult fans of recent box office hits such as the long-awaited box … Continued
Unveiling Our Favorite Fictional Library Heroes: Celebrating National Library Week 2024!
by the NHFPL Communications and Marketing Team | Originally published April 7, 2024 It’s National Library Week 2024 and we’re celebrating by recognizing some of our staff’s favorite fictional library workers! We held an informal staff poll asking the question “Who is your favorite library worker from literature, stage, and screen?,” and the responses were … Continued
Celebrate Autism and Neurodiversity with the New Haven Free Public Library
Libraries play an important role in promoting inclusivity and celebrating diversity in all its forms. Neurodiversity is no exception. The term “neurodiversity” is used to describe the differences in human brains and behavior. Neurodivergence includes a variety of different conditions including but not limited to ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and more. Since April is Autism Acceptance Month, let’s take a moment to highlight some of our programs and services that benefit the neurodivergent community in New Haven.
Unveiling NHFPL’s Top Reads of 2023!
Hold onto your reading glasses!
As we step into 2024, it’s time to reflect on the literary adventures that captivated New Haven readers last year. We’re thrilled to share with you the Top 50 most popular books borrowed from the Library in 2023!
This list offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary landscape of the Elm City, showcasing the diverse tastes and interests of our community. So, grab your favorite reading nook and cozy up as we unveil the reads that kept New Haven turning pages in 2023.
New On Shelf – December 2023
The Reformatory by Tananarive Due – A Book to watch out for in December This month, Marian Huggins, Mitchell Branch Manager talks about a title she purchased for her branch. One of the latest books purchased for the Mitchell Branch is The Reformatory by Tananarive Due. I was never truly a horror fan, but the storytelling is … Continued
Our Summer Beach Read Picks!
It’s that season when many begin their annual pilgrimage to local (and distant) beaches and attempt to achieve that summer glow! What better way to entertain yourself while working on that tan than with a new summer beach read? Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld Happy Place by Emily Henry The Five-Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand … Continued
Find Funding Opportunities That Fit Your Nonprofit or Business Needs!
An Introduction to Foundation Directory Online by Jerry Boccia Are you a grant applicant looking for funding for your nonprofit organization or business? Candid’s Foundation Directory Online (FDO) can help you find potential funders and streamline your grant search process! As a grant applicant, one of the biggest challenges you may face is finding funders that … Continued
Celebrating Black Actors from the Golden Age of Cinema
As we enter further into the 21st century, actors who lit up screens during cinema’s Golden Age transition from living legends into legends of time gone by.
The Results are in for the 2022 Goodreads Choice Awards
by Jennifer Gargiulo, Manager, Ives Squared It’s that time of year again, where Goodreads bombards it’s users with requests to vote on the Goodreads Choice Awards. Now, I’m all for book awards…I have even participated in and chaired awards committees. So while I’m not super fond of the way this particular award is selected, in … Continued