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The Cornwall Library The Cornwall Library is more than just books! We have a variety of events and activities for everyone to enjoy!

Serving the community of Cornwall, Connecticut since 1869 with books, events, art exhibits, and programs.

We are a Laptop ConneCT Library!Laptop ConneCT lets eligible Connecticut residents borrow a laptop for long-term use fro...
10/22/2026

We are a Laptop ConneCT Library!

Laptop ConneCT lets eligible Connecticut residents borrow a laptop for long-term use from a participating local library.

You can apply for a laptop if you:
Are at least 18 years old
Have a valid library card

You must also be in one of the following assistance programs:
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP
Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Medicare
HUSKY Health (Medicaid/The Children’s Health Insurance Program)

Before you get your laptop, you must attend two meetings at your library:
Eligibility & Intake: A meeting with your librarian to check if you qualify.
Skills Training & Device Distribution: A session to learn how to use your laptop and pick it up.

Please contact Library Director Cara Johnson for more information.

Thanks to everyone who came out for our first Teen Maker Night held in early October! We loved seeing all the creativity...
10/20/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out for our first Teen Maker Night held in early October! We loved seeing all the creativity and cool projects taking shape.

Keep an eye out for announcements about our next Teen Maker Night—we hope to see you there!

It is with great pleasure that the Board of Trustees of the Cornwall Library announces the hiring of a new Executive Dir...
10/17/2026

It is with great pleasure that the Board of Trustees of the Cornwall Library announces the hiring of a new Executive Director, Cara R. Johnson, PhD, of Bantam. Cara took the helm of our organization at the end of September.

The Board began a search in the spring to replace Margaret Haske when she informed us that she wished to step back from the leadership role into that of Circulation Director. A search committee composed of five board members oversaw an in-depth process that included the vetting of over sixty applications, and multiple interviews with more than a dozen talented and well-qualified candidates, many from the Northwest Corner.

Cara holds BA, MA and PhD degrees from the University of Connecticut, with her doctorate concentration in Archaeology, Human Evolution and Sedimentology. Highlights of Cara’s professional career include Head of School of Litchfield Montessori School and most recently Education Lead for Ark Education Initiative, a global education foundation. She brings to the position tremendous experience in education, non-profit development and administration, and innovative programming, as well a deep love for the outdoors. Cara also served as a trustee of the Connecticut Board of Independent Schools and as a board member of the Rotary Club of Thomaston and the Junior Women’s Club of Litchfield Hills; she’s been a wilderness guide and mentor; and she continues to serve as a research scientist in the University of Connecticut’s Department of Anthropology.

Please join us in welcoming Cara to her new position and to the Cornwall community.

📢 Calling all middle & high school writers!The Cornwall Library’s Cornwall Reads Cornwall Student Essay Contest is all a...
10/14/2026

📢 Calling all middle & high school writers!

The Cornwall Library’s Cornwall Reads Cornwall Student Essay Contest is all about DOGS!

Litchfield County students: write a 500–750 word essay about a memorable dog, your own furry friend, or anything else inspired by our canine companions.

Deadline: November 6
Submit to: [email protected]

The winning essay will be read aloud at Cornwall Reads Cornwall on November 28 by its author!

Make us laugh, make us think, or tug at our heartstrings. We can’t wait to read what you write!

Address

30 Pine Street
Cornwall, CT
06753

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 12pm - 3pm

Telephone

+18606726874

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