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A Look Behind the Curtain: Ives Main Library Construction

You might be wondering what is happening behind the black plastic on the first floor of Ives Main Library. Here is an sneak preview into the updates that are being made to help make the library more welcoming, comfortable, and functional! Updating the Information Desk The first project to get underway was removing the old … Continued

Reel Horrors – Haunting Stories that were Reimagined for Film

by Amanda Breeden, J Wren Pennington, and Alexandria Robison, Adult Services Librarians | October 10, 2025 Step into the shadowy corridors of classic gothic and horror fiction as we explore chilling tales that have been transformed from the written word to the silver screen. Whether you’re a fan of creaking floorboards, unreliable narrators, or decaying … Continued

Preserve Your History at the New Haven Memory Lab!

We’re excited to announce the opening of the New Haven Memory Lab at the Ives Main Library! This free, do-it-yourself digitization station gives community members the tools to preserve personal, family, and organizational archives—from photo albums and scrapbooks to printed documents, books, and pamphlets.

Join us for two special events to celebrate this new resource:

Explore New Graphic Novels for Pride Month

This Pride Month, we’re celebrating the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community by highlighting a few of our newest graphic novels! There’s more where these came from, so stop on by the library to find more.

New at the Library: Explore the Themes of Long Wharf Theatre’s Unbecoming Tragedy

The New Haven Free Public Library (NHFPL) is proud to wind up this season of our newly revived partnership with Long Wharf Theater (LWT) by celebrating its latest production, Unbecoming Tragedy: A Ritual Journey Towards Destiny. This bold and timely play explores themes of identity, justice, grief, and transformation—prompting audiences to reflect on the personal and societal narratives that shape our lives. Visit your nearest location to borrow a voucher redeemable for two free admissions to see the play (while supplies last)!

Celebrating Notable Women from New Haven

March is a time to recognize the many accomplishments and contributions of women throughout history. This Women’s History Month we would like to highlight a few of the remarkable women who have been important to our City’s history. Sarah Boone was born into slavery in North Carolina in 1832. Eventually she married a free black … Continued

Don’t Miss Mardi Gras 2025!

by the New Haven Free Public Library Foundation Mardi Gras is almost here – have you got your tickets!? Join us for a night of fun, food, and drinks—all while supporting your public library, a cornerstone of a strong civil society and a thriving democracy. Honor Local Heroes Each year at Mardi Gras, the New … Continued