A quiet corner for curiosity, gathering, and good books.
Mission Statement: The Scotland Public Library, founded in February 1895, functions to collect, organize and preserve informational and recreational books and other materials for the public use, without discrimination of any kind.
Business Hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday - Wednesday
03:00pm – 07:00pm
Thursday
09:00 am – 02:00pm
Friday
03:00pm – 07:00pm
Saturday
09:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sunday
Closed
Spooky CT 2026 Writing Contest
Calling all Scotland storytellers! Scotland Public Library is participating in Spooky CT 2026, a statewide writing contest celebrating creativity and storytelling across Connecticut.
Scotland residents ages 6 and up are invited to submit an original short story set in Connecticut. Stories may be spooky, mysterious, funny, supernatural, or simply a little strange!
Age Categories: 6–11, 12–18, and 19+
Submissions Accepted: September 14–October 16, 2026
Stories must be original, no more than 2,750 words, and should not contain excessive language or gore. AI-generated writing is not permitted.
Local winning entries will be selected to represent Scotland Public Library in the statewide Spooky CT 2026 collection.
Ready to tell your story?
Dream Big for Your Future!
Connecticut students in grades K–12 are invited to enter the 2026 CHET Dream Big! Competition for a chance to receive up to $20,000 toward their future education.
Students can share their dreams and ideas for helping their community through a drawing or painting, essay, or video. A parent or legal guardian must submit the entry on the student's behalf.
This year, more than 250 Connecticut students will receive awards:
3 students will receive $20,000
24 students will receive $5,000
240 students will receive $500
There is no cost to enter, and entries are due by 11:59 PM on November 6, 2026.
Please note: Awards are provided as contributions to an eligible CHET 529 College Savings Plan account. Families should review the official rules for complete eligibility, account, and prize requirements before entering.
CHET (Connecticut Higher Education Trust) is Connecticut's state-sponsored 529 college savings program, and the Dream Big! Competition is offered through the Connecticut Office of the State Treasurer.
Learn more, view the official rules, and enter at:
chetdreambig.com
Scotland Public Library Welcomes New Library Director Andrew “Drew” Tingley
Scotland Public Library is pleased to welcome Andrew “Drew” Tingley as our new Library Director. Drew began his role on April 14, 2026, and brings experience in public library services, digital literacy, community engagement, and program development.
Drew is excited to support the library’s continued growth and to work alongside staff, patrons, community partners, and the Town of Scotland to strengthen the services and programs offered at Scotland Public Library.
With a background in technology support, library services, community programming, and organizational leadership, Drew is looking forward to helping the library remain a welcoming place for learning, connection, creativity, and access to resources for all ages.
Please join us in welcoming Drew to Scotland Public Library. Patrons are encouraged to stop by the library and say hello.
Read more:
“Scotland Public Library Board Chooses New Library Director” from The Chronicle
The 2026 Nutmeg Book Award winners have been announced!
Thank you to everyone who participated by reading, discussing, and voting for their favorite books this year.
The Nutmeg Book Award is a Connecticut readers’ choice award that encourages children and teens to explore quality literature and share their voices through voting.
2026 Nutmeg Book Award Winners
Elementary (Grades 2–3)
The Skull by Jon Klassen
Intermediate (Grades 4–6)
It Found Us by Lindsay Currie
Middle School (Grades 7–8)
Alone by Megan E. Freeman
High School (Grades 9–12)
the 9:09 project by Mark H. Parsons
Looking Ahead: 2027 Nutmeg Nominees
The 2027 Nutmeg Book Award nominees have been released, marking the start of a new reading year. We invite readers of all ages to begin exploring the new lists and discover their next favorite book.
Books are divided into four levels:
* Elementary: Grades 2–3
* Intermediate: Grades 4–6
* Middle School: Grades 7–8
* High School: Grades 9–12
2027 Nominee Lists
* Elementary
* Intermediate
* Middle School
*High School
Join us as we celebrate reading all year long!
Museum Pass for Lyman Allyn Art Museum
We've received a generous donation of a Family Pass to the Lyman Allyn Art Museum in New London, CT.
The pass may be checked out for 3 days and admits a family of up to 6 people, free admission.
Stop by to borrow this pass.
Paid for by the Edward & Mary Lord Foundation.
Located at 625 Williams Street
New London, CT 06320
Blood Pressure Monitor Kit
We have a Blood Pressure Monitor Kit available for a 3 week loan.
Do you know your numbers? Check out the kit and find out.
Courtesy of the Eastern Highland Health District
News from Scotland's Poet Laureate, Susan Powers
On March 28, 2026, we were honored to have Susan share her lovely words of praise for Library Director, Mary Geragotelis on her retirement. In addition, she read 3 haiku written especially for the occasion.
Susan helped the library celebrate 20 years in our glorious building with a special poetry reading on Saturday, June 7, 2025 as part of our "birthday" celebration.
Over the summer in 2025, Susan worked with a young library patron to get her work published in the Orenaug Mountain Poetry Journal.
Stop by the library to see her published poem or visit the Children & Teen section of this website.
Susan has started an Open Mic night at the Community Center in Willimantic, CT. Additionally, she has had her work published in The Lost Love Anthology and has a collection of her poems in her latest book, Gather Your Chi. A copy of the book is at the library and available to check out.
Susan wrote and read her poem about addiction at a forum in August 2025 at the CT Legislative offices.
In 2026, Susan will be returning in the fall to the residency program at the Writers Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She will be working with high school students from the area to create poetry based on the artwork at a local museum.
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