The Friends of Otis Library

10/08/2026

🍂Getting ready for our Fall 2026 book sale, you never know what you will find... Free admission:
⏰Fri Oct 23, 10am – 3pm
⏰Sat Oct 24, 9am-2pm
⏰Sun Oct 25, 12pm – 3pm
Early bird $10 Friday morning preview 9am – 10am.
Sunday’s sale is a fill-a-bag for $5. We provide the bags with an upgraded sturdy Friends of Otis Library book bag for an additional $5.

10/06/2026

🍂 What’s our favorite part of fall, you ask? The Friends of Otis Library Book Sale, of course!

📚 Save the date - the book sale is just a few weeks away! Whether you’re looking for your next great read, adding to your collection, or stocking up on gifts, there’s something for every book lover.

📅 Fri: 10/23 l 9 AM - 10 AM ($10 Early Bird Preview)
📅 Fri: 10/23 l 10 AM - 3 PM
📅 Sat: 10/24 l 9 AM - 2 PM
📅 Sun: 10/25 l 12 PM - 3 PM (Fill a bag for $5)

Cash, checks, debit, and credit cards are all accepted.

10/05/2026

WOW!!! What an incredible sight!!
Getting ready for our Fall 2026 book sale:
Friday, October 23, 10am – 3pm
Saturday, October 24, 9am-2pm
Sunday October 25, 12pm – 3pm
Free admission at these times. In addition, the sale features an early bird $10 Friday morning preview from 9am – 10am.
Sunday’s sale is a fill-a-bag for $5 sale. We provide the bags with an upgraded sturdy Friends of Otis Library book bag available for an additional $5.

10/01/2026

🚨📢 FROM Otis Library:
"Don't miss out on Bingo Night at Foxwoods! Tomorrow is the big night to try to win $700!
Help us reach our fundraising goal and buy your tickets: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/OtisLibrary/BINGO.html. Or stop by the library to purchase your tickets - we are open Thursday 9-2 and Friday 9-5.
Tickets will be available until noon on Friday 10/2. Meet us there - doors open at 4 pm and the games start at 6:30 pm. You can even bring your own food & drinks! We are so excited to see you all and see who gets to shout BINGO!!"

10/01/2026

09/28/2026

🎱 ONE WEEK LEFT UNTIL BINGO NIGHT! 🎉

Have you bought your tickets yet? There’s just one week to go until Otis Library’s High-Stakes Bingo Fundraiser at Foxwoods! 🍀📚

Come enjoy a fun night of bingo, prizes, and good company—all while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from this fundraiser help support the programs, services, and resources Otis Library provides to our community throughout the year. 💛

🎟️ Tickets are available now at the Otis Library Front Desk
📅 Fri: 10/2 | 6:30–9 PM
📍 Foxwoods Resort Casino
🔞 Ages 18+ | $20 per person

Don’t wait—stop by the Front Desk and get your tickets before Bingo Night! 🎱💛

09/26/2026

The Friends of Otis Library Fall Book Sale approaches!
This weekend has been a washout, but we can promise another weekend that won't be. Three days packed with books, DVDs and CDs. With a huge range for all ages, find gifts for friends and family or treat yourself. Free entry:
Friday, October 23, 10am - 3pm
Saturday, October 24, 9am - 2pm
Sunday, October 25, 12pm -3pm (fill a bag for $5 day, bags provided)
There is also an Early Bird Preview for $10 on Friday, October 23, 9-10am.

08/04/2026

📚 Books, Blankets, and a Beautiful Lawn!
5-7pm 4th Aug 2026.
Join Otis Library, the Friends & UCFS on the lawn of the UCFS Administration Building, 34 East Town Street for an unplugged evening of community reading. Bring your favorite book, a blanket or lawn chair, and settle in for a peaceful read in the shade on the lawn. The Friends book swap table is also here.

06/27/2026

We are at Rose Arts Fest with incredible vintage art prints inspired by your favorite stories! Come see us and make a donation. All proceeds support the Otis Library. 🎉🦩🌴💐 11am -7pm at Chelsea Parade!

05/28/2026

Mark your calendar and get your performances ready for the You've Got Talent Show at Otis Library June 5 at 5p!

Do you have a talent or just want to enjoy a fun night out? Join us for our You've Got Talent show — a free event open to all ages! Kick off the First Friday celebration at Otis Library. Sing, perform, read poetry, play an instrument, tell jokes, or simply cheer on local talent. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase, with all proceeds benefiting the library and its programs. We hope to see you there!

Enjoy more evening events as part of the Norwich Events Organization -CT First Friday series.