This event is in the "Teens" group Homework Center Monday, December 29, 2025 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. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Homework Center 4:00pm–6:00pm 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 STEAM Session: Bubble Experiments Monday, December 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Children's Room at Main Library Program Type: STEAM Learning Age Group: Children Join Librarian Cara for some bubbly fun! Together we will create our own bubble wands of all shapes and sizes to see how many kinds of bubbles we can make! This program is designed for kids ages 7-12. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Dec 29 2025 Mon STEAM Session: Bubble Experiments 5:30pm–6:30pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Children Program Type: STEAM Learning Event Details: Join Librarian Cara for some bubbly fun! Together we will create our own bubble wands of all shapes and sizes to see how many kinds of bubbles we can make! This program is designed for kids ages 7-12.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Cozy Day at the Jefferson Branch Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Jefferson Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Age Group: All Ages Drop in to the Jefferson Branch Library for some reading time, board games, and the opportunity to explore our new materials!We will have something for everyone; come break cabin fever at the library! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Cozy Day at the Jefferson Branch 11:00am–12:30pm Jefferson Branch Library Branch: Jefferson Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: Drop in to the Jefferson Branch Library for some reading time, board games, and the opportunity to explore our new materials!We will have something for everyone; come break cabin fever at the library!
This event is in the "Adults" group Suspense Stories Book Club Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Jefferson Branch Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults Are you the neighbor that is curious about what that person down the street has going on in their backyard? Do you see the world through a lens of mystery and intrigue? Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Suspense Stories Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Jefferson Branch Library Branch: Jefferson Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Are you the neighbor that is curious about what that person down the street has going on in their backyard? Do you see the world through a lens of mystery and intrigue?
This event is in the "Children" group Super Kids Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children 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. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Super Kids 10:00am–11:00am 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group 1-on-1 Tech Assistance Wednesday, December 31, 2025 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 31 2025 Wed 1-on-1 Tech Assistance 3:00pm–4:00pm 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.
New Year’s Eve Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:00pm Main Library The Main Library will be closing at 5:00 pm in observance of New Year’s Eve. Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing New Year’s Eve 5:00pm–5:00pm Branches: Main Library Description: The Main Library will be closing at 5:00 pm in observance of New Year’s Eve.
New Year’s Day All Day Main Library, Jefferson Branch, Community Event The New Britain Public Library (Main Library and Jefferson Branch) will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day. Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing New Year’s Day All Day Branches: Main Library, Jefferson Branch, Community Event Description: The New Britain Public Library (Main Library and Jefferson Branch) will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day.
This event is in the "Children" group Baby Rave Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Community Room Full at Main Library Age Group: Children Join Librarian Cara to ring in the New Year at the first Baby Rave of 2026! Together we'll dance to baby techno, play with glow sticks and celebrate the start of a new year! No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Baby Rave 10:00am–11:30am Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Room Full Age Group: Children Event Details: Join Librarian Cara to ring in the New Year at the first Baby Rave of 2026! Together we'll dance to baby techno, play with glow sticks and celebrate the start of a new year! No registration required.
This event is in the "Children" group Toy Swap All Day Main Library Age Group: Children 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Toy Swap All Day 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 Power of Pawns Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children's Room at Main Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Children Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join us at the library for an opportunity to play chess! There will be a lesson and time to play. Registration is required. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Power of Pawns 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Workshop Event Details: Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join us at the library for an opportunity to play chess! There will be a lesson and time to play. Registration is required.
This event is in the "Children" group Toy Swap All Day Main Library Age Group: Children 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Toy Swap All Day 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 "Adults" group 1-on-1 Tech Assistance Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon 1-on-1 Tech Assistance 10:00am–11:00am 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 "Children" group Terrific Tots Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Room at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Storytime for children ages 2½-3½, accompanied by an adult. Build your child’s early literacy skills (talking, singing, reading, playing and writing) with stories, fingerplays, songs, a simple craft and time to play with toys. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Terrific Tots 10:00am–11:00am Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Storytime for children ages 2½-3½, accompanied by an adult. Build your child’s early literacy skills (talking, singing, reading, playing and writing) with stories, fingerplays, songs, a simple craft and time to play with toys.
This event is in the "Adults" group Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 1 Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Makerspace at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace Age Group: Adults Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 1 11:00am–1:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support?
This event is in the "Adults" group Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 2 Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Makerspace at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace Age Group: Adults Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 2 1:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support?
This event is in the "All Ages" group Vision Boards and Affirmation Jars Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Jefferson Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: All Ages New year, new you! Come to the Jefferson Branch Library to create the vision you want for 2026 along with a words of affirmation jar to pull from during the year! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Vision Boards and Affirmation Jars 3:00pm–4:00pm Jefferson Branch Library Branch: Jefferson Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: New year, new you! Come to the Jefferson Branch Library to create the vision you want for 2026 along with a words of affirmation jar to pull from during the year!
This event is in the "Teens" group Homework Center Monday, January 5, 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. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Homework Center 4:00pm–6:00pm 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 "Adults" group Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 3 Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Makerspace at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace Age Group: Adults Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 3 4:00pm–6:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace Registration Required Event Details: Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support?
This event is in the "Children" group STEAM Session: Marble Mazes Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Children's Room at Main Library Program Type: STEAM Learning Age Group: Children Join Librarian Cara for the first STEAM Session of 2026! Together we will make our own marble mazes out of Lego. This program is best for kids ages 7-12. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 5 2026 Mon STEAM Session: Marble Mazes 5:30pm–6:30pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Children Program Type: STEAM Learning Event Details: Join Librarian Cara for the first STEAM Session of 2026! Together we will make our own marble mazes out of Lego. This program is best for kids ages 7-12.
This event is in the "Children" group Toy Swap All Day Main Library Age Group: Children 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Toy Swap All Day 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 Homeschool Session: LEGO Day Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Community Room Full at Main Library Program Type: STEAM Learning Age Group: Children Join Librarian Cara and Mr. Place for the first Homeschool Session of 2026! Together we will engage in LEGO challenges to learn about different STEAM concepts! This program is for kids ages 4-12, and registration is required. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Homeschool Session: LEGO Day 1:00pm–2:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Room Full Age Group: Children Program Type: STEAM Learning Registration Required Event Details: Join Librarian Cara and Mr. Place for the first Homeschool Session of 2026! Together we will engage in LEGO challenges to learn about different STEAM concepts! This program is for kids ages 4-12, and registration is required.
This event is in the "Children" group Toy Swap All Day Main Library Age Group: Children 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! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Toy Swap All Day 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 Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children 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. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Super Kids 10:00am–11:00am 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.
