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To empower individuals and foster a connected, inclusive community through welcoming spaces, open exploration, the free exchange of ideas, and equitable access for all

What is the Library’s Misson Statement?

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Ukulele, pom pom making machine, knitting loom, bundt pan, steel tongue drum, and a UV wand are among this resource.

What are items it in the Library of Things?

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This upcoming seasonal program inspires competition on the leaderboard and is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year!

What is the Summer Reading Challenge?

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From Bridgerton to Black Barbie, this local Hollywood hitmaker has made the library her second home.

Who is Shonda Rhimes?

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This brilliant mind leads the charge of Verso University and returns from medical leave TODAY!

Who is Joanne Connon?

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Event planning, fishing, astrology, wine tasting, and cryptocurrency are just a few of the topics we’ve explored in this lifelong learning initiative.

What is Verso University?

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Beardsley Zoo, Earthplace, Connecticut Science Center, and the Peabody are just a few of the options included in this resource.

What are museum passes?

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This resource connects readers of all ages with book recommendations based on their preferences.

What is Novelist?

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Local best-selling children's author Victoria Kann writes about all the colors of the rainbow, but this one is her favorite.

What is pink(alicious)?

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Program goddess Jennifer Keller spearheads this annual competition that brings in hundreds of participants every February.

What is the Crossword Puzzle Contest?

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Princess Diana and Miss Mary are the superstars of these vital programs that foster early literacy.

What is Storytime?

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Legos, robots, and rockets are just a few of the things kids play and experiment with in this program that integrates science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

What is STEAMScene?

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This year’s WestportREADS pick was as wet as it was heartwarming and anxiety-inducing.

What is “All the Water in the World”?

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This rock ‘n roll legend shut down the library when he graced our stage to receive the key to the state.

Who is Keith Richards?

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This fiery zodiac sign is the most common among staff.

What is Aries?

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The library broke this unique world record in 2025.

What is the loudest library ever?

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A number of studious teens have contributed over 300 volunteer hours in this program.

What is Near Peer Homework Help?

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These characters brought home the gold in our book character March Madness, winning against all-timer the Very Hungry Catepillar.

Who are Elephant & Piggy?

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Two-thirds of this popular new wave band never miss a beat at VersoFest, and can often be found rocking out with the rest of us on the Forum floor.

Who are the Talking Heads?

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This librarian has published 11 BOOKS between the children's, middle grade, and young adult genres.

Who is Michaela MacColl?

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Players of this popular game take over the Library Café every Thursday night.

What is mah jongg?

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The namesake of this one-of-a-kind resource at the library is a word meaning "the left-hand page of an open book".

What is Verso Studios?

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This resource guide is updated by our Reference Librarians, has over 60,625 views since January 1st, 2025, and was featured in a New York Times article.

What is the New York Times Bestsellers resource guide?

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This local married duo are onscreen just as often as they’re in our library.

Who are Craig Melvin and Lindsay Czarniak?

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This resident wildcard was arrested in Jordan for taking a picture of the US Embassy.

Who is Melanie Myers?

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