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Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Digital at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation,...

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Digital
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session.

Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months.

This class is for beginners, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. 

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

From Sea to Service: a Vietnamese Refugee’s: A Book Talk with Michael Graner

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Age Group:
Adults

From Sea to Service: a Vietnamese Refugee’s Incredible Journey to Honor his Promise a book talk with Mike Graner

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

From Sea to Service: a Vietnamese Refugee’s Incredible Journey to Honor his Promise a book talk with Mike Graner

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the Executive Director at director@mysticnoanklibrary.org and the library will honor that request.

Waitlist

This program is likely to have a waitlist. If you are on the waitlist, please check your emails in the day(s) leading up to the program for a confirmation that a spot has opened up and you've been registered. We ask all patrons to please cancel your registration if you can no longer attend so that your spot can be offered to the next person on the waitlist.

Backgammon meet-ups

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Waitlist

This program is likely to have a waitlist. If you are on the waitlist, please check your emails in the day(s) leading up to the program for a confirmation that a spot has opened up and you've been registered. We ask all patrons to please cancel your registration if you can no longer attend so that your spot can be offered to the next person on the waitlist.

person writing into a journal

Writers Group

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing.

Best Book Club

Best Book Club

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Spicer Reading Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

We are working our way through the list of the 100 Best Books of the 21st century.
All are welcome to join. Contact Chris Bradley for details.
Book: Life After Life by Kate Atkinson

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Spicer Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are working our way through the list of the 100 Best Books of the 21st century.
All are welcome to join. Contact Chris Bradley for details.
Book: Life After Life by Kate Atkinson

quill pen opened on top of journal with script on the page

Genesis: A Poetry Group

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Activity Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Genesis: the origin or coming into being of something

Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Genesis: the origin or coming into being of something

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Speaker series : Janis Mink, Tom Sanford and John Thornell.

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spicer Reading Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Author Talk
Age Group:
Adults

This evening the program is all about rowing in shells with sliding seats and pulling sweeps and sculls on the Mystic River with particular emphasis on the new Mystic River Boathouse Park project just north of the Mystic Seaport.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Spicer Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk
Registration Required
Event Details:

This evening the program is all about rowing in shells with sliding seats and pulling sweeps and sculls on the Mystic River with particular emphasis on the new Mystic River Boathouse Park project just north of the Mystic Seaport.

Meditation

Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Digital at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation,...

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Digital
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session.

Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months.

This class is for beginners, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. 

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Speaker series : Mike DeMauro, Sports Writer for The Day

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Author Talk
Age Group:
Adults

Mike DiMauro is a sports columnist for The Day in New London, Connecticut. He has a background in journalism and is known for his insightful commentary on sports events.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mike DiMauro is a sports columnist for The Day in New London, Connecticut. He has a background in journalism and is known for his insightful commentary on sports events.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the Executive Director at director@mysticnoanklibrary.org and the library will honor that request.

Waitlist

This program is likely to have a waitlist. If you are on the waitlist, please check your emails in the day(s) leading up to the program for a confirmation that a spot has opened up and you've been registered. We ask all patrons to please cancel your registration if you can no longer attend so that your spot can be offered to the next person on the waitlist.

Spanish Reading

Intermediate Level Spanish Book Group

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Do you speak some Spanish and want to improve your abilities in a non-stressful environment?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you speak some Spanish and want to improve your abilities in a non-stressful environment?

Backgammon meet-ups

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Waitlist

This program is likely to have a waitlist. If you are on the waitlist, please check your emails in the day(s) leading up to the program for a confirmation that a spot has opened up and you've been registered. We ask all patrons to please cancel your registration if you can no longer attend so that your spot can be offered to the next person on the waitlist.

person writing into a journal

Writers Group

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing.

Meditation

Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Digital at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation,...

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Digital
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session.

Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months.

This class is for beginners, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. 

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

The College Admission Search: Choose Your Own Adventure! Presented by Courtney Minden

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Age Group:
Adults

The College Admission Search: Choose Your Own Adventure!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

The College Admission Search: Choose Your Own Adventure!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the Executive Director at director@mysticnoanklibrary.org and the library will honor that request.

spa

Intermediate Level Spanish Book Group

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Do you speak some Spanish and want to improve your abilities in a non-stressful environment?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you speak some Spanish and want to improve your abilities in a non-stressful environment?

person writing into a journal

Writers Group

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing.

quill pen opened on top of journal with script on the page

Genesis: A Poetry Group

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Activity Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Genesis: the origin or coming into being of something

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Genesis: the origin or coming into being of something

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

History Book Club

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Hybrid
Age Group:
Adults

The History Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:30 on Zoom and in-person. All readers are welcome to join.

Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Hybrid
Event Details:

The History Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:30 on Zoom and in-person. All readers are welcome to join.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Meditation

Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Digital at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Experience Calm With Guided Meditation Sessions:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation,...

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Digital
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session.

Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily sitting practice for more than 25 years. She co-leads the New London Community of Mindfulness, guides 2 weekly Zoom groups, and offers individual coaching sessions in Somatic Mindfulness Meditation. Pamala also offers Somatic Mindfulness Meditation along with Back Yoga outdoors through the summer months.

This class is for beginners, those who might be struggling with mindfulness meditation and those who may enjoy a friendly, relaxed and body-centered approach to practice. 

The Zoom meeting link will be in your confirmation email after you register.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Game On: A Retro Afternoon

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Feeling a little nostalgic? Or “board?” Then take your inner competitive child out for some fun at MNL’s Adult Retro Board Game Days. With plenty of games to choose from, there’s certainly something for everyone.

Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Feeling a little nostalgic? Or “board?” Then take your inner competitive child out for some fun at MNL’s Adult Retro Board Game Days. With plenty of games to choose from, there’s certainly something for everyone.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the Executive Director at director@mysticnoanklibrary.org and the library will honor that request.

Mystic Calligraphers

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ames Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Ames Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop

Narrative storyteller of the Wealthy Slave

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spicer Reading Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Age Group:
Adults

Denise Manning Keyes Page, a story artist and descendant of an enslaved man from North Carolina who purchased his freedom and arrived in New Haven, will share the true story of the journey of her family from enslavement to success and how this his

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Spicer Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Denise Manning Keyes Page, a story artist and descendant of an enslaved man from North Carolina who purchased his freedom and arrived in New Haven, will share the true story of the journey of her family from enslavement to success and how this his

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Mystic & Noank Library makes every effort to ensure our programs and services can be enjoyed by all members of the public. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the program organizer for an accommodations request form. Please make arrangements at least 2 weeks in advance.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, contact the Executive Director at director@mysticnoanklibrary.org and the library will honor that request.

Waitlist

This program is likely to have a waitlist. If you are on the waitlist, please check your emails in the day(s) leading up to the program for a confirmation that a spot has opened up and you've been registered. We ask all patrons to please cancel your registration if you can no longer attend so that your spot can be offered to the next person on the waitlist.

spa

Intermediate Level Spanish Book Group

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Mystic & Noank Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Do you speak some Spanish and want to improve your abilities in a non-stressful environment?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mystic & Noank Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you speak some Spanish and want to improve your abilities in a non-stressful environment?

President's Day

All Day
Mystic & Noank Library
Closing
Branches:
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