Event List

Join us for a fun and educational program for young voices to grow! Learn confident speaking, effective persuasion, and presentation skills. This program is best for kids ages 9-12, and registration is required.

Join us for story time 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.

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! 

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.

 Children’s/Teen Program

Registration is closed for this program!

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.

Join Librarian Cara to learn about this month's Amazing Artist, Yayoi Kusama! Together we will look at some of her famous works and then make our own projects inspired by her art! No registration necessary.

Welcome to Crochet Club!

In honor of Women’s History Month, and her 100th  birthday later this year, come learn about the life and work of monumental artist Betye Saar!

Register for in-person assistance with a representative from Access Health CT.

Join us in the Makerspace for a relaxing afternoon of crafts, conversation, and fun!

We will have a few crafts set up for everyone, but feel free to bring your own materials or projects!

Are you interested in learning English? Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills in a casual group setting?

Join us for Zumba at the library with certified Zumba instructor, Tim Engstrom! Wear comfortable clothes, bring a bottle of water, and get ready to dance! Register today!

Listen to bedtime stories at the library! This program is best for children ages 3-8. Adults are welcome to listen along with their children. Enjoy stories and a short film or craft! No registration necessary.

Start your child on the road to reading! Join us for story time featuring a read aloud, songs and fingerplays. There will be time for children and adults to play with toys and practice early literacy skills together.

New Britain residents looking for employment opportunities are invited to come by the main library to get FREE gently used business professional clothing and accessories!

Join us for Chess Club at the library on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. No registration required. All skill levels welcome!

Learn how to wire wrap anything found on a beach! Two different designs will be taught, and you will leave with one completed sea glass pendant necklace with allergen free wire, waxed cotton cord rope, and sachet bag!

Join us for this monthly book club where we discuss books that have been banned or have been requested to be removed from public libraries or school libraries. 

If your child is interested in learning to play chess, then join us for this child centered weekly chess workshop! Attendees will receive chess lessons and there will be time for them to play against others their age.