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Senior Book Club

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Event
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Come join our Senior Sleuths Book Club!  This month's book is Polio: An American Story by David M. Oshinsky.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join our Senior Sleuths Book Club!  This month's book is Polio: An American Story by David M. Oshinsky.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Study Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

The Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants is for Advanced English learners who want to develop their English reading and communication skills in a diverse, inspiring and encouraging environment.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants is for Advanced English learners who want to develop their English reading and communication skills in a diverse, inspiring and encouraging environment.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Evening Book Club

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room Full at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Evening Book Club for this month's selection, The Guncle by Steven Rowley. New members are always welcome! 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Evening Book Club for this month's selection, The Guncle by Steven Rowley. New members are always welcome! 

This event is in the "Children" group

Super Kids

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 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.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for 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

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Digitization, Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

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! 

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

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1-on-1 Tech at Main Library
Program Type:
Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

UpWard Mobility Tabling

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
First Floor Lobby Tables at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

UpWard Mobility is a coaching program that helps adults become more self-sufficient in every area of life.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor Lobby Tables
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

UpWard Mobility is a coaching program that helps adults become more self-sufficient in every area of life.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Kantha Indian Embroidery - AAPI Heritage Month

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults

In honor of AAPI Heritage month, we’re exploring craft techniques from across Asia! Join us in learning the Indian embroidery style, Kantha, which uses a continuous running embroidery stitch to create unique and delicate designs.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

In honor of AAPI Heritage month, we’re exploring craft techniques from across Asia! Join us in learning the Indian embroidery style, Kantha, which uses a continuous running embroidery stitch to create unique and delicate designs.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Homework Center

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outside of Teen at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens

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.

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

Crafty Creatives Club: Suncatchers

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Join Librarian Cara to make colorful suncatchers to celebrate the warmer weather! Using glue, food dye and other simple materials, we will make a beautiful craft to hang in your window!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Librarian Cara to make colorful suncatchers to celebrate the warmer weather! Using glue, food dye and other simple materials, we will make a beautiful craft to hang in your window!

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

The Hive Crochet Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:45pm
Makerspace at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Welcome to Crochet Club!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Welcome to Crochet Club!

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

Art of Tarot - Collage Art Series

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room Small at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for a fun arts and crafts workshop creating your very own tarot cards! Learn about the meanings behind the cards, and try out various techniques to create your own personalized cards! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Small
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun arts and crafts workshop creating your very own tarot cards! Learn about the meanings behind the cards, and try out various techniques to create your own personalized cards! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

**Registration (via phone or in-person) is REQUIRED and begins on Thursday, April 16th.**

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learn from the Expert
Event Details:

**Registration (via phone or in-person) is REQUIRED and begins on Thursday, April 16th.**

This event is in the "Children" group

Tiny Tales

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Jefferson Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Come to the Jefferson Branch and join us for stories and music! This program is for kids ages 4 and under, with an adult.

Library Branch: Jefferson Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come to the Jefferson Branch and join us for stories and music! This program is for kids ages 4 and under, with an adult.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafty Creatives Club: Suncatchers

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Jefferson Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Join Librarian Cara to make colorful suncatchers to celebrate the warmer weather! Using glue, food dye and other simple materials, we will make a beautiful craft to hang in your window!

Library Branch: Jefferson Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Librarian Cara to make colorful suncatchers to celebrate the warmer weather! Using glue, food dye and other simple materials, we will make a beautiful craft to hang in your window!

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Hour

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Career Closet

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Community Conversation, Job Help
Age Group:
Adults

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!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Conversation, Job Help
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Hotdog Tasting!

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room Small at Main Library
Program Type:
Food Tasting
Age Group:
All Ages

Come enjoy some Martin Rosol's hotdogs at the library, while supplies last!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Small
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Food Tasting
Event Details:

Come enjoy some Martin Rosol's hotdogs at the library, while supplies last!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Gaming Arena: Smash Survival

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room Large at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens

Four players enter. One survives. Compete in rotating Super Smash Bros. matches where only the strongest advance to the final stock showdown! Precision, strategy, and a little chaos will decide the May champion!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Four players enter. One survives. Compete in rotating Super Smash Bros. matches where only the strongest advance to the final stock showdown! Precision, strategy, and a little chaos will decide the May champion!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Study Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

The Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants is for Advanced English learners who want to develop their English reading and communication skills in a diverse, inspiring and encouraging environment.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants is for Advanced English learners who want to develop their English reading and communication skills in a diverse, inspiring and encouraging environment.

This event is in the "Children" group

Super Kids

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for 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.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for 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

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Digitization, Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

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! 

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

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1-on-1 Tech at Main Library
Program Type:
Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Rosy Readers

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Jefferson Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join the cozy relationship book club at the Jefferson Branch Library. Each month we will be reading a new book; it might be about romance, families, or friendship! Either way, let's have some fun!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Jefferson Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the cozy relationship book club at the Jefferson Branch Library. Each month we will be reading a new book; it might be about romance, families, or friendship! Either way, let's have some fun!