Subscribe to get notified about new events!

Friends of the Beardsley & Memorial Library

Friends of the Beardsley & Memorial Library supports literacy and community engagement by enhancing library services, organizing events, and providing resources that foster a love for reading and learning in the community.

Join us for a night of trivia fun&nbsp;&nbsp;at the Little Red Barn&nbsp; All proceeds go to the benefit of the Beardsley Library in Winsted. Tickets are subject to availability, so get your tickets early. &nbsp;Raffles and Prizes will be awarded! We will see you: <p fr-original-style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">June 12th, 2026<p fr-original-style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">at The Little Red Barn<p fr-original-style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Trivia Starts at 7pm Sharp, doors open at 6pm<p fr-original-style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0px 0px 0px 20px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;line-height:1.5;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> *Buffet Available for Additional Cost. Cash bar. Event admission is 18+ ---------------------<span fr-original-style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32); font-family: Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;" style="color: rgb(32, 32, 32); font-family: Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; float: none; display: inline !important; box-sizing: inherit;">The Friends of the Library is a separate 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to the development and maintenance of an association of library supporters to heighten awareness of library services and facilities. &nbsp;The Friends provide supplemental funding to sponsor and support the library and programs that further library objectives. &nbsp;

Friends of Beardsley Library Trivia Night 2026

Buy your raffle tickets online here. Once you purchase here, show your receipt to someone wearing a &quot;BUY 50/50&quot; T-shirt and claim your tickets!

Trivia Night 50/50 2026

Entertainment by the Murder Mystery Co! Seen on "Shark Tank." Join the Friends of the Beardsley Library for an evening of suspense and intrigue! Date: Saturday October 4, 2025 | 6-9:30PMVenue: The Laurel Room at Whiting Mills100 Whiting Street, Winsted Tickets: $100 per person (includes buffet, dessert and show)Limited availability - secure your tickets early! No door sales.Must be 18+ attend. Event Highlights:6:00 p.m. - Arrive to mingle and indulge in artfully crafted hors d'oeuvres curated by Catering by Gia and a signature cocktail, beer & wine cash bar catered by Poured by Lily 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Enjoy the interactive show presented by professional actors from The Murder Mystery Company and solve the crime 9:00 - 9:30 p.m. - Awards for the most astute sleuths and delightful dessert to conclude the evening Masquerade inspired attire is encouraged so feel free to dress in your best Venetian masks, ball gowns and dapper tuxedo suits. We can't wait to have a "killer" time with you! Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission to support the Beardsley Library. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Midnight at the Masquerade - Murder Mystery Event

The Friends of the Library is a separate 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to the development and maintenance of an association of library supporters to heighten awareness of library services and facilities.  The Friends provide supplemental funding to sponsor and support the library and programs that further library objectives.   The Friends sponsor the Book Nook, where donated books are sold and profits are used to help the library. Annual dues are $10. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1740447712/vbpo3hc8djn9baqzcqab.png" style="width:395px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />

The Friends of the Library is a separate 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to the development and maintenance of an association of library supporters to heighten awareness of library services and facilities. The Friends provide supplemental funding to sponsor and support the library and programs that further library objectives. The Friends sponsor the Book Nook, where donated books are sold and profits are used to help the library.Annual dues are $10.

Friends of Beardsley & Memorial Library Membership 2026-27

<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1747357360/wysiwyg/tulruarubgperzwcn72z.png" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />Input the amount for books or baked goods (please keep these separate) - a Beardsley friend can help with the amount</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Check out & show a Beardsley Friend your completed transaction</li></ul>

Input the amount for books or baked goods (please keep these separate) - a Beardsley friend can help with the amountCheck out & show a Beardsley Friend your completed transaction

Book & Bake Sale 2026

Take a chance on your next read with Blind Date with a Book 📚.&nbsp; A fun library fundraiser where books are wrapped and chosen by surprise&mdash;no covers, no spoilers, just the joy of discovering a new read while supporting the library. Every match supports our mission to promote helps keep our library a vibrant place for readers of all ages. ❤️

Take a chance on your next read with Blind Date with a Book 📚. A fun library fundraiser where books are wrapped and chosen by surprise—no covers, no spoilers, just the joy of discovering a new read while supporting the library. Every match supports our mission to promote helps keep our library a vibrant place for readers of all ages. ❤️

Blind Date with a Book

Discover &ldquo;The Christmas Cartel,&rdquo; a little-known story from the American Revolution 🎄📚 Join us at Beardsley &amp; Memorial Library as we explore how this surprising episode shaped the war, trade, and everyday life in the colonies. Your registration helps the Friends of the Library support local history programs, strengthen literacy, and keep our library a welcoming place to learn. Please complete the form below to reserve your seat.

Friends of the Beardsley & Memorial Library

Events

Events

The Christmas Cartel, A Little-known Story from the American Revolution

Get your tickets

More ways to support us

Friends of Beardsley & Memorial Library Membership 2026-27

View membership

Book & Bake Sale 2026

View shop

Blind Date with a Book

Learn more

Powered by