Event List

Mention the word Medicare and you’re likely to get a confused look in return.

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.  

Join Librarian Cara and the Crafty Creatives Club for this week's craft: toothpick painting! Using just paints, toothpicks and paper, we'll make colorful art to take home! Come ready to get messy and let's craft!

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

Join us two weeks in a row to make a stand-out Halloween decoration! 

Session 1 will focus on sculpting your ghost, while session 2 will involve painting and finishing the project!

Storytime for children ages 3-8! Children may be accompanied by an adult. Stories and a short film or craft. No registration.

Join the Children's Department for free play, story time, songs and more! This program is for children under age 3, with an adult. No registration required.

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

Food pantry hosted by My Portion Inc. 

Every Second Saturday of the month until January 2026.

Food, clothes, and furniture available on a first come first served basis! 

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

Join us for a free Tarot Card workshop! Learn about the cards and ways to interpret them, and practice giving readings in groups!

Decks will be available for sale.

Want to learn to machine and hand sew but don’t know where to start? This workshop series is for you! Our experienced staff will guide you in learning how to sew, with a focus on different skills each week.

Storytime for children ages 3-5! Stories, fingerplays, songs, and a craft or a short film. No registration.

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.  

Join Librarian Cara for this week's Crafty Creatives Club! Together we will use fall leaves and paint to make beautiful prints to take home! Wear clothes that you don't mind getting messy! 

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

Short sessions with legal advisors at the library. Register to be assigned a 15-minute appointment with a lawyer; start times are 5:30, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15, and 6:30pm. Please plan to bring any relevant documentation to your session.

Join the Friends for their Fall Book Sale! All proceeds directly benefit the library. Note: All major credit cards accepted. 

Thursday, October 16th

Community Room

Join the Friends for their Fall Book Sale! All proceeds directly benefit the library. Note: All major credit cards accepted. 

Thursday, October 16th

Community Room

Join us for session 2 of making a stand-out Halloween decoration! (Note: Prior registration and attendance at session 1 is required.) 

Join the Friends for their Fall Book Sale! All proceeds directly benefit the library. Note: All major credit cards accepted. 

Thursday, October 16th

Community Room