This event is in the "Children" group

Toy Swap

All Day
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Stop by the Children's Department any day in January (during library open hours) to check out our Toy Swap table! Drop off your gently used toys and pick something new to you!

This event is in the "Children" group

Super Kids

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

Storytime for children ages 3-5. Children will build their literacy skills with stories, fingerplays, songs, and a craft or a short film. No registration necessary.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Digitization Days

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Digitization, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have old photos that you would like to digitally preserve? VHS tapes you would like to convert to DVD? Old film negatives you would love to save? Library staff can work with you to save those precious memories! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Main Library
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 "Adults" group

Sewing for Beginners - 4 Session Class

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to learn to machine and hand sew but don’t know where to start? This workshop series is for you! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Homework Center

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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

Amazing Artists: Alma Thomas

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Librarian Cara for the first Amazing Artists program! Together, we will learn about artist Alma Thomas and work on projects inspired by her art! No registration necessary.

Reservation

Board Meeting

4:30pm–7:30pm
Main Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Reservation for: Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

Board Meeting

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Hive Crochet Club

5:15pm–6:45pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

This is a weekly club for crocheters of all skill levels to chat, crochet, and chill together. This is a club and social group, not a class.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Upcycle your Furniture DIY Workshop

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn DIY tips and tricks to upgrade your furniture!

We will discuss chalk paint, stencils, finding affordable materials, and other techniques to breathe new life into your pre-loved furniture!