FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GET A LIBRARY CARD ACCESS MY ACCOUNT RENEW LIBRARY MATERIALS INTERLIBRARY LOANS FACILITY RENTAL You are eligible to obtain a Wheeler Library card without charge if you reside in or own property in North Stonington, or if you work in North Stonington. Connecticut residents from outside North Stonington are entitled to borrowing privileges if they have a public library card from the their hometown. Please bring identification and a current, valid hometown library card to register. A current CT driver’s license or CT Photo ID with a North Stonington residential address is acceptable identification. New North Stonington residents who have not yet updated their driver’s license information may provide current photo identification and proof of current residential address. A post office box is not sufficient address. Additional suggested forms for proof of current address include:Telephone Bill; Cable Bill; Electric Bill; Credit Card Bill; Automobile registration or Automobile insurance card. Work in North Stonington but live out of state? Please bring photo identification with proof of residential address and proof of current employment in North Stonington. Your library card will allow you to borrow physical items from Wheeler Library. Digital collections and access to the collections of other public libraries in the state is limited to CT residents. Neighboring states have similar resources available. Cards expire every three years. Please bring your card in for renewal and provide any changes to your name, address, phone numbers, and email address. To access your Wheeler Library account and see what materials you have on loan, what is being held for you, and what materials you are on the waiting list for, click here , and use your library card number to access your account. If you need your library card number, please email or call us. Our online catalog opens the doors to books, movies, ebooks, audiobooks and more for you to borrow from around the state…you’ll want your library card number to browse and borrow from home or anywhere. Give us a call 860-535-0383 or email us at wheelerlibrarystaff@gmail.com for details or help. F ind our online card catalog at: ns.catalog.lionlibraries.org Having trouble getting your Overdrive/Libby digital items since we made the switch to LION? Try this document for help. To renew a book online, click here and login using your library card number. Don’t know it? Call or email us. We do not charge fines. Questions? Please contact us at 860-535-0383, or by email, wheelerlibrarystaff@gmail.com . The starting point for borrowing from other libraries is here - the item(s) will be delivered to Wheeler Library and we will notify you as they arrive. Questions? Please contact us at 860-535-0383, or by email, wheelerlibrarystaff@gmail.com . Wheeler Library has awed and inspired residents and visitors with its history and architecture since it opened in 1900. Constructed of Westerly red and Niantic gray granite, it is both a living monument to its generous founder, Jennie Wheeler, and a North Stonington landmark, situated in the heart of the village. Library Rental for Meetings, Events, and Special Occasions The Wheeler Library provides a beautiful, unique setting for events ranging from seminars and small receptions to intimate weddings. Our spacious second story reading room, with its high ceiling, huge windows, and book-filled perimeter provides the perfect space for many events. *For our Facility Rental Policy, Rental Agreement and Rental Application, click HERE . For corporate, association and nonprofit rates please contact library director, Diane Deedy, at 860-535-0383 or director@wheelerlibrary.org .

DONATE Wheeler Library is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All gifts are tax deductible. Memorial and celebration gifts may be made in honor of, or in memory of a special person. Thank you for supporting Wheeler Library with your gift. Please contact the Library Director, Diane Deedy, at 860.535.0383, or director@wheelerlibrary.org with any questions about memorial gifts. MAKE A DONATION! Jennie S. Wheeler Memorial Fund More than a century ago, Jennie S. Wheeler was the force behind the creation of the Wheeler School and Library. Today, the library operates with a reliance on funds endowed to us by the Wheeler family. In honor of that, the Jennie S. Wheeler Legacy Fund was created for those who wish to remember Wheeler Library in their estate plans. You can help ensure the library’s future with a planned gift. To leave an unrestricted gift to Wheeler Library, you can use the following words: “I give, devise and bequeath to the Wheeler School and Library, Inc. , PO Box 217, 101 Main Street, North Stonington, CT 06359 ___ percent of my estate or the sum of ___.” Wheeler Library’s federal tax ID is 06-0728869.

ARTS CORRIDOR Wheeler Library's Arts Corridor invites local artists and artisans to display their works throughout the year. The rotating gallery schedule allows artist to showcase their work and sell it to the greater North Stonington community. Featured Artist UPCOMING SHOWS September's featured work is a collective of local artists. This open show theme is: Artist's Choice. September Open Show - Artist's Choice October Mysterious Images November Visual Art Meets Literary Art Are you interested in displaying your artwork in our gallery? If so, please contact the library at (860) 535-0383, or wheelerlibrarystaff@gmail.com .

1/3 ADULTS FAVORITE WEBSITES UPCOMING TITLES PODCASTS Here are some of our favorite websites for book and author discovery: “The best books on everything” - https://fivebooks.com https://www.thestorygraph.com/ User-friendly recommendations and authors similar to your favorites - Literature-map.com Reviews of science and nature books - https://www.nature.com/nature/articles?type=book-review N ew and upcoming titles from major publishers: https://press.princeton.edu/books https://mitpress.mit.edu https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/new-releases https://www.basicbooks.com https://knopfdoubleday.com/imprint/knopf Podcasts on books and reading: Marlon and Jake Read Dead People - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/articles/dead-people-pod Literary Friction - https://www.nts.live/shows/literaryfriction The Book Review (NYT) -https://www.nytimes.com/column/book-review-podcast Book Riot - https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/thepodcast/ Upcoming Adult Events Multiple Dates Starry Night Wed, Oct 14 North Stonington More info Learn more

BOARD & STAFF Board of Trustees Kate Parenteau - President Marietta Anderson - Vice President Randy Wyrofsky - Treasurer Jon Edwards - Secretary Ben Buehler - Trustee Heath Dugas- Trustee Ellen Flannery-Schroeder - Trustee Ellen Spring - Trustee Jen Strunk- Trustee Mike Westgate- Trustee Barbara Deindorfer-Young - Trustee Emeritus Library Staff Emily Noyes - Director and Children’s Librarian Kim Signor - Programming Coordinator Shannon Stuart - Library Assistant SOME OF OUR BOARD & RESTORATION COMMITTEE MEMBERS

REGISTER NOW! EVENTS CALENDAR PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS We invite you to register for the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge at Wheeler Library! Our theme this year, "Plant a Seed, Read", rooted in the concept of farm to table. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Join us this summer for reading challenges, programs, events, concerts, and of course great books! Once again, we have reading challenges for everyone: littles, kids, teens & and adults too! Simply register here to get started, and don't forget to take a look at our events calendar, full of summer fun. Check out the program descriptions and RSVP for programs and events you'd like to attend through our online calendar and log your reading on your tracker. Download and print your own copies at home or grab them when you visit the library. Happy Reading! LITTLES AGES 0-5 KIDS AGES 6-11 ADULT TEEN (12+)

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ABOUT Wheeler Library is an association library that serves as the public library for the town of North Stonington. The building has a rich history. Created and funded initially by the Wheeler family, the Wheeler School and Library served as North Stonington’s secondary school and public library for over forty years. Borrowing privileges are extended to all residents of North Stonington as well as to library cardholders from other Connecticut towns. OUR MISSION : Wheeler Library's mission is to bring people, information and ideas together. OUR VISION : As the heart of North Stonington, Wheeler Library strives to offer resources, programs and opportunities for engagement and enrichment that build our community.

COMMUNITY Building Community Th e Campaign for Funding Wheeler Library's Restoration & Renovation HONORING the Past. EMBRACING the Future. Wheeler Library occupies a unique place in North Stonington, serving as a critical community partner. MAKE A GIFT TO OUR PROJECT DOWNLOAD A PLEDGE FORM This campaign envisions Wheeler Library’s future. Repairing our aging infrastructure, providing accessibility for all, creating minimal climate impact and providing more functional spaces are all necessary to continue and expand our cultural, community and educational offerings. FAQs Wheeler Library’s Restoration & Renovation Project OUR CHALLENGES The lack of a fully climate-controlled interior impedes both service and usage. Air circulation on all levels is in critical need of improved handling. Major infrastructure including drainage surrounding the building, mechanical systems, the boiler, and current heating and cooling components are all in dire need of replacement due to age and lack of replacement parts. (See water damage, improper drainage & boiler pictures below). As the library is currently configured, space is not used to its fullest potential by any measure. Our community needs meeting space as well as private spaces for study or quiet conversation. There is a lack of planned space for gathering and socializing. Areas and parking for outdoor programming need to be improved to expand library services, sustain patron wellbeing, and attract new visitors. Advances in technology, as well as expanded educational and social roles met by the library, are limited by a facility which is now outdated. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. OUR GOALS ACCESSIBILITY : Provide a safe, accessible entrance and expanded and improved parking areas. ENERGY EFFICIENCY : Update our HVAC system with a modern and efficient system to serve the library in every season and for many decades to come. The new HVAC system will provide for ventilated airflow, more efficient heating in the winter, and air conditioning in the warmer months. IMPROVED DRAINAGE: Install a system of of underground trenches to allow water to properly drain and disperse away from the building. GATHERING SPACES : Improve the layout of the library to make it a better functioning and more welcoming space. Provide private meeting rooms, and comfortable and flexible seating, to make the library an attractive gathering place for our community. HISTORIC PRESERVATION : The trustees, library staff, and renovation committee are working with Henry Myerberg of HMA2 Architects to renovate the interior space while honoring and enhancing the original stunning architecture. Together we will ensure that Wheeler Library continues to serve future generations as an excellent library and community treasure, as it has for more than a century. AT A GLANCE MAIN FLOOR GRAND SECOND FLOOR Bright, open entrance with display shelves Spacious private meeting room for groups, clubs or business meetings Raised ceiling height to expose the top of windows that are currently covered Improved heating/AC and electrical systems taking the building off oil heat to more energy-efficient means Critically needed air conditioning system Added bathroom, for convenience and safety during programs Upgraded energy-efficient HVAC systems for use year-round, while protecting our building and books and lowering the impact on our environment Additional seating configurations for reading, meetings, or working remotely LOWER LEVEL Teen space for gathering and study Updated kitchenette area Multipurpose rooms, storage, and staff space Improved climate control systems In November of 2025, Wheeler Library was awarded a matching construction grant from the Connecticut State Library Board for $2,000,000 for this renovation project. This grant was awarded because our project is important, realistic, and forward-thinking. Wheeler Library has raised $1 million through fundraising and our endowment. Now, we ask the town of North Stonington to fund the last 25% of the project by voting YES on March 16th. HOW WILL WE PAY FOR IT? Wheeler Library Funding Plan Chart IT'S TIME TO TAKE ACTION! Please, vote YES on March 16th! We need the support of our townspeople to take this to the finish line. Stop by the library to learn more about our project. Thank you! Impact of Town Investment to Renovation Your support will help transform the library and improve the lives of all who gather together in this remarkable community we call home. Total projected project cost: $4 million PROJECTED REVENUE SOURCES CT STATE GRANT LIBRARY ENDOWMENT OTHER FOUNDATION GRANTS BUSINESS AND INDIVIDUAL GIFTS EVENT FUNDRAISING TOWN OF NORTH STONINGTON Wheeler Library Funding Plan Chart Impact of Town Investment to Renovation MAKE A DIFFERENCE You are invited to make a difference by taking part in the next exciting step! Consider making a gift to the Campaign for Funding Wheeler Library's Renovations. MAKE A GIFT TO OUR PROJECT DOWNLOAD A PLEDGE FORM The Wheeler Library Board of Trustees and library staff are confident that BUILDING COMMUNITY: THE CAMPAIGN for FUNDING WHEELER LIBRARY RENOVATIONS will have a lasting impact on the residents of our town. Together we will create a library that meets the needs of everyone in our community. Questions? Please contact our fundraising team at renovation@wheelerlibrary.org.