Wheeler Library invites you to sponsor our next major fundraising event, A Novel Affair. This exciting community event features music, cocktails, food and friends, topped off with an amazing auction. It promises to be a first-class event and an excellent opportunity for local businesses to associate themselves with a worthwhile cause. The Next Chapter: From the Stacks to the Vines Event Sponsorship Opportunities A fundraiser for Wheeler Library 5:30-9:30pm, Friday, October 16th, 2026. Wheeler Library invites you to sponsor our next fundraising event, The Next Chapter: From the Stacks to the Vines. This exciting community event features fabulous food & drinks in great company, topped off with an amazing silent auction. Be a part of an unforgettable autumn evening at Jonathan Edwards Winery, where guests will gather for a long-table dinner & wine-pairing among the vines as the October sunset gives way to candlelight. Following dinner, we’ll turn the page and continue the celebration in the heated tent with desserts & coffee, cocktails, music, dancing, and a silent auction – all in support of one of North Stonington’s most treasured community resources, Wheeler Library. Funds raised support Wheeler Library's operating budget. Sponsors can register directly using the form below, or click to view and print the Sponsorship Form. Please call the library with any questions, ask for Emily. *Please note: Since we will be dining outside before dark, we will start immediately with dinner at 5:30. Guests may arrive starting at 5pm, and proceed directly to the vineyard to find to your seat. Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to seeing you at Jonathan Edwards Winery on October 16th. Thank you! View & Print Sponsorship Letter LIBRARY LEGACY SPONSOR $4,000 8 tickets to event All Collector's Edition Benefits Full-page ad in printed program Premium event signage Featured recognition in the library's newsletter Exclusive recognition as a Library Legacy Sponsor Opportunity to welcome guests or offer brief remarks during the event COLLECTOR'S EDITION SPONSOR: $2,500 6 tickets to event All Best Seller Benefits Half-page ad in printed program Prominent logo/name on signage at event Featured recognition during the event Logo and link featured on Library website BEST SELLER SPONSOR: $1000 4 tickets to event All First Edition benefits Quarter-page ad in printed program Recognition on social media posts Verbal recognition during the event FIRST EDITION SPONSOR: $500 2 tickets to event Name on signage at event Recognition in the event program and on the event website LIBRARY FRIEND SPONSOR: $350 I ncludes one event ticket & recognition in program Wheeler Library Event Sponsorship Commitment Form YES, I/we are happy to support Wheeler Library's From the Stacks to the Vines event at the sponsorship level below: LIBRARY LEGACY $4,000 COLLECTOR'S EDITION $2,500 BEST SELLER $1,000 FIRST EDITION $500 LIBRARY FRIEND $350 Additional Tickets @ $150 each. Please write in the # of tickets Total cost of additional tickets $ I/We are unable to attend, but wish to make a tax-deductible contribution of $ Company name, or name of individual / family* Please provide information for the person who will be our point of contact for any sponsorship questions, ad information/logo request, and guest details. NAME: Mailing Address Phone # Email PAYMENT PREFERENCE I will mail or drop a check payable to: Wheeler Library. Mail to: PO Box 217, North Stonington, CT 06359 I will pay by credit card - Enter information below, or call the library with details. Name on card: Card #: Exp date: Security Code: Submit

CALENDAR Wheeler Library offers a wide variety of programs and opportunities for members of the North Stonington Community, and beyond! Our events cater to families, children, teens and adults too. There's something for everyone! Be sure to check back often for updates and new offerings. What's Happening at Wheeler Library? Multiple Dates Mon, Sep 21 Tales and Tails: Animal Storytime / North Stonington RSVP Sep 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM North Stonington, 101 Main St, North Stonington, CT 06359, USA A special storytime series with DPNC - Limited space, RSVP required +7 more Tue, Oct 06 Stitch'n Kids / North Stonington RSVP Oct 06, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM North Stonington, 101 Main St, North Stonington, CT 06359, USA Needle basics & beyond. Learn to sew buttons and basic stitches Grades approx. 4-6 +1 more

GRAB & GO BAGS Grab and Go Bags include a selection of high-interest children’s books related to the bag’s theme, games or puzzles, hands on crafts and activities and additional suggestions to continue your exploration on the topic at home, outdoors, online or out in the community! Click on the image to check availability or reserve a bag Select Place Hold Sign in with your library card number to reserve Dinosaurs Bugs Ocean States of Matter Garden Farm Poetry Up High in the Sky Yoga & Meditation Geography & Mapping pt. 1 Art & Creativity Food Spanish Wind & Weather coming soon! Author Eric Carle Pirates Author Kevin Henkes Meditation & Mindfulness We Love the Earth pt. 1 Things That Go

DISCOVERY KITS Our Discovery Kits are designed to help kids learn and explore from the comfort of home! From puzzles to art projects, STEM activities, and bird watching too! There's something for every child when you open the doors to one of our Discovery Kits. Click on the image to check availability or reserve a kit Select Place Hold Sign in with your library card number to reserve Solar System Bird Watching Rocks, Fossils & Arrowheads Puzzles Bird Watching Magnets Reptiles & Amphibians Flowers, Plants & Trees Magnets Animal Tracks

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+)