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 6th at 5 pm come and join your friends to make your own gingerbread house. We’ll have everything you’ll need to make a miniature gingerbread house for the holidays!

You must register for the workshop by Wednesday, Dec 4th.

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 4th, Jan 8th and Feb 5th.

Library Hours
The library will be closed Friday, Nov 29th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

The library will also be closed for vacation from Dec 25th thru Jan 1st. The library will reopen on Friday, 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



A Christmas Duet
Debbie Macomber

The Blue Hour
Paula Hawkins

Around Every Corner in Connecticut
Sarah Cody

Balloons Over Broadway
Melissa Sweet

860.283.8176

38 Main St, Northfield, CT

Mon. Wed. Fri. | 2-7 PM