Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

The New Britain Public Library (Main Library and Jefferson Branch) will be closed Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th in observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1-on-1 Tech
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learn from the Expert
Event Details:

One-on-one technology assistance is offered Mondays from 10-11 a.m. and Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. Individuals may register for up to two 30 minute sessions per month by calling 860-224-3155 x125 or stopping by the Information Desk.  

This event is in the "Children" group

Terrific Tots

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for children ages 2½-3½, accompanied by an adult. Stories, fingerplays, songs, a simple craft and time to play with toys! No registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friendship Service Center Outreach

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Job Help
Event Details:

Representatives from the Friendship Service Center's Hope Connection Center will be at the library to assist individuals facing or experiencing homelessness. Individuals may meet with a representative on Mondays between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Holiday Drop-In Craft Day

11:00am–6:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Drop in to The Hive, our makerspace, any time between 11am-6pm to make holiday projects! We will have various crafts set up, such as wooden ornaments, paper snowflakes, and more!

No registration is required.

This event is in the "Teens" group

K-Pop Demon Hunter Perler Beads

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Main Library
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

K-pop Demon Hunter fans, get ready for a golden craft opportunity to make your own Perler beads figure based on the chart-topping Netflix film!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Homework Center

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside of Teen
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

The Homework Center is available for New Britain teens in grades 6 to 12 on Mondays and Wednesdays (except on holidays or school closures), from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

This event is in the "Children" group

STEAM Session: Coding Bracelets

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM Learning
Event Details:

Join Librarian Cara to learn some coding basics while making an accessory to take home! We will combine fashion, computer science and fun! This program is best for kids ages 7-12.