Friends of the Enfield Library

10/13/2026

Be sure to check out the Children's Book Sale this Saturday from 9:00-2:00 at the Enfield Annex!

09/21/2026

Join the Friends of the Enfield Library for an inspiring talk by Bill Ludwig. In early 2016 Bill discovered both labyrinths and the Camino de Santiago. In 2017 he walked both for the first time. They have changed his life. He has traveled to unexpected destinations, walked across Spain, fallen in love, created a labyrinth for his hometown, walked the famous labyrinth in Chartres, France, and wrote a book. The book was conceived as a project to work on, after returning from the Camino, to help avoid any post-trip depression. It has become its own reward.

Bill has since walked the Camino Portuguese, Camino Finisterre, Camino Ingles, and Chemin Le Puy. Bill will talk about the Camino de Santiago and parallel stories.
About Bill: Bill Ludwig, a Woodbridge native, has lived in Branford since 1977. He was a partner in Garland Publishing, an academic and Science Textbook publisher, for 28 years until its sale in 1997. He founded Hotchkiss Publishing in 2014, a press devoted to spirituality and recovery books. It was his work there that led him to the Camino and to become interested in labyrinths. He created a labyrinth for the town of Branford. Chasing Labyrinths is the first book that he has authored. He continues to hike and travel.

The Friends of the Library Coffee Klatch starts at 5:30 in the Community Room at Central Library.

Any questions? Contact Pat Smith at 860-741-2904

07/20/2026

Curious about what the Friends do? Here's a run down of our last 22 years!

06/30/2026

Great turnout tonight for Jim Malley's Enfield Then and Now talk!

06/29/2026

Tomorrow night!

Join Jim Malley, Enfield Historical Society Member, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for a look at Enfield: Then and Now. He will share scenes from Enfield's past and present. See how Enfield has changed over the years, and if you can recognize some of the old businesses and neighborhoods.

Since 1990, Jim has given countless PowerPoint presentations of historical and current images of Enfield. He is currently an Enfield Public School Social Studies Teacher, Enfield Cemetery Association Trustee, and Enfield Adult Education Enrichment Coordinator and Teacher. Since 2020, he has given walking tours of Enfield through Enfield Adult Education. He is also the author of the book “Enfield 1950–1980”.

The Friends of the Library Coffee Clash starts at 5:30 in the Community Room at Central Library.

06/24/2026

The Friends of the Enfield Library congratulate Lena Furey our 2026 Scholarship Recipient. She will be attending Sacred Heart University to pursue a degree in Exercise Science and Occupational Therapy.

06/16/2026

Join Jim Malley, Enfield Historical Society Member, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for a look at Enfield: Then and Now. He will share scenes from Enfield’s past and present. See how Enfield has changed over the years, and if you can recognize some of the old businesses and neighborhoods.

Since 1990, Jim has given countless PowerPoint presentations of historical and current images of Enfield. He is currently an Enfield Public School Social Studies Teacher, Enfield Cemetery Association Trustee, and Enfield Adult Education Enrichment Coordinator and Teacher. Since 2020, he has given walking tours of Enfield through Enfield Adult Education. He is also the author of the book “Enfield 1950-1980”.

The Friends of the Enfield Library Coffee Klatch starts at 5:30 in the Community Room at the Central Library. The public is welcome.

Any questions? Contact Pat Smith at 860-741-2904

06/02/2026

Friday, June 5th - 5:00-8:00 - Free for members, $10 for non-members
Saturday, June 6th - 9:00-3:00 - No admission fee!
Sunday, June 7th - 10:00-2:00 - Bag Sale! Large bags are $12 each, small bags are $6 each. Bags are supplied.

05/29/2026

One week to go!

05/15/2026

We were happy to host last night's artist reception at the Pearl St. Library! Be sure to stop by and see their amazing work!

The Opening Reception for EHS Seniors Lucie Ketchale and Madison Gourley showcased the incredible talent and evolving styles of these two artists. Lucie works in water-based oils and is experimenting with more abstract approaches. Madison generally uses acrylics and has seen so much growth in different styles during her senior portfolio class. These receptions are a wonderful time to be able to chat with the artists and learn more about their inspirations and how they see the world! Click on the comments for a couple more pictures of the exhibit.

TY to the Friends of the Enfield Library for hosting the reception and Librarian Aimee Sixt for coordinating the rotating art exhibits in this beautiful historic space. Swing by the Pearl Street Library to view some incredible art right here in our community!