The Gilbert Library

Welcome to Gilbertlibrary.org!



we are very excited to offer this new way of connecting Northfield with its neighborhood library and its community. Here you can find where we are located, when we are open, our history, new books, how to contact us, upcoming events and more.

We will add links that will connect you to area happenings and things of interest.

Stop in and see us!

Gingerbread House Workshop
On Friday, Dec 4th at 5pm, come and join your friends to make your own gingerbread house. We’ll have everything you’ll need to make a miniature house for the holidays! Take- Home version will also be available.

You must register for the workshop or the home kit by Wednesday, Dec 2nd. For more information email or call the library, gilbert.library@snet.net | 860-283-8176

Tea at Three
Come and join your neighbors for a cup of tea at the library on the first Wednesday of each month at 3 pm. We’ll have tea, cookies and conversation. Come alone or bring a friend! The next dates are Wednesday, Dec 2nd, Jan 6th and Feb 3rd.

Library Holiday Hours
The library will be closed Wed, Nov 11th Veteran’s Day

The library hours for Thanksgiving Week are Mon 2-7, Wed 2-5, Fri closed.

The library will also be closed for vacation from Dec 24th thru Jan 3rd.

Snow Days
The library follows the Region 20 school system with their decision to close for inclement weather. If Region 20 schools are closed the library will be also.

Newest Books



Peck & Peck
Bonnie Garmus

Brain Damage
Frieda McFadden

A Date with Santa
Debbie Macomber

We Are the Wright Brothers
Brad Meltzer

860.283.8176

38 Main St, Northfield, CT

Mon. Wed. Fri. | 2-7 PM