Special Event

The Friends of the Library are excited to announce that O Silent Night is returning for 2022! This annual event helps to support Burnham Library programs, technology, and services. Who are the Friends? The Friends are a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer membership organization dedicated to supporting the activities and mission of the Burnham Library. I want…

Chris Fisher will leave his position as Assistant Director of Burnham Library on November 18. We want to congratulate Chris on his new role as Director at the Pawling Free Library, in Pawling, NY. For 20 years, Chris has been a beloved fixture of the Burnham Library. We could not be more grateful for the…

Take Your Child to the Library Day (TYCLD) is an international initiative that encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library. Launched in 2011 in Connecticut by librarians Nadine Lipman (Waterford Public Library, retired) and Caitlin Augusta (Stratford Library) with artist Nancy Elizabeth Wallace, TYCLD raises community awareness about the importance of…

Pop-Up Little Free Library The Burnham Library is offering a Pop-Up Little Free Library event on the Library steps on Saturday, August 19th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This is a perfect opportunity for book lovers of all ages to explore our collection of FREE books and other items. You may stumble upon a…

Books & Bakes Sale & Library Card Sign-up Day Stop by the library for our Books & Bakes Sale! Proceeds to support library programs and services. It's a perfect day to stop in with your child (or yourself) and register for your very own Burnham Library Card!!! Make-and-take craft, special giveaways, and maybe a surprise…

25th Annual O Silent Night 2023 Tickets on sale October 17! Click HERE to purchase The Friends of the Library are excited to announce O Silent Night 2023! This annual event helps to support Burnham Library programs and services. I want to help, what can I do? Donate a gift card of $25 or more…

Pop-up Book & Bake Sale Stop by and get the best deal in town for like-new books! AND treat yourself to some delicious treats! Proceeds to support our Summer Reading 2024 literacy program. Questions? email jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org