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 29 2026 Thu 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 Tiny Tales Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Jefferson Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Come to the Jefferson Branch Library and join us for stories and music! This program is for kids ages 4 and under, with an adult. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Tiny Tales 9:30am–10:00am Jefferson Branch Library Branch: Jefferson Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Come to the Jefferson Branch Library and join us for stories and music! This program is for kids ages 4 and under, with an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group Paper Quilling Snowflake - New Year, New Hobby Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Makerspace at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace, Workshop Age Group: Adults New year, new hobby at The Hive Makerspace!Learn the art of paper quilling – the art of rolling, shaping, and gluing paper strips into decorative designs for cards, pictures, jewelry, and more! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Paper Quilling Snowflake - New Year, New Hobby 3:30pm–5:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: New year, new hobby at The Hive Makerspace!Learn the art of paper quilling – the art of rolling, shaping, and gluing paper strips into decorative designs for cards, pictures, jewelry, and more!
This event is in the "Teens" group Cozy Craft Café: Candle Jars Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Community Room Large at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Join us to create your own candle from a mason jar and LED Lights! All materials will be provided. Registration is required. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Cozy Craft Café: Candle Jars 4:30pm–5:30pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Room Large Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us to create your own candle from a mason jar and LED Lights! All materials will be provided. Registration is required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Let’s Talk! English Language Conversation Group Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Study Room 3 at Main Library Program Type: Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert Age Group: Adults Are you interested in learning English? Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills in a casual group setting? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Let’s Talk! English Language Conversation Group 5:00pm–6:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Study Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert Registration Required Event Details: Are you interested in learning English? Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills in a casual group setting?
This event is in the "Adults" group Relaxing Zentangle Painting Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Makerspace at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop Age Group: Adults Relax and paint repetitive patterns with others in the calm and cozy environment of our Makerspace! This technique of painting lets the brush lead itself and allows you to clear your mind. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Relaxing Zentangle Painting 5:30pm–7:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Relax and paint repetitive patterns with others in the calm and cozy environment of our Makerspace! This technique of painting lets the brush lead itself and allows you to clear your mind.
This event is in the "Adults" group Zumba at the Library! Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Community Room Large at Main Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, Learn from the Expert Age Group: Adults 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! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Zumba at the Library! 6:00pm–7:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Community Room Large Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Learn from the Expert Registration Required Event Details: 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Family Story Hour Thursday, January 29, 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! 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. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Family Story Hour 6:30pm–7:30pm Main Library 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! 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.
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 30 2026 Fri 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 Time for Tots Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Children's Room at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Start your child on the road to reading! Storytime features reading aloud, songs and fingerplays. There is time for children and adults to play with toys and practice early literacy skills together. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Time for Tots 10:00am–11:30am Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Start your child on the road to reading! Storytime features reading aloud, songs and fingerplays. There is time for children and adults to play with toys and practice early literacy skills together.
This event is in the "Adults" group Suspense Stories Book Club Friday, January 30, 2026 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? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri 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 "Adults" group Career Closet Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 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! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Career Closet 2:00pm–4:00pm Main Library 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 "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 31 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 "Adults" group Banned Book Club Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Periodicals Room at Main Library Program Type: Book Club, Community Conversation Age Group: Adults 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Banned Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Periodicals Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club, Community Conversation Registration Required Event Details: 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Power of Pawns Saturday, January 31, 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 Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 31 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 Registration Required 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 "Adults" group 1-on-1 Tech Assistance Monday, February 2, 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 Feb 2 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 "Teens" group Homework Center Monday, February 2, 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 Feb 2 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 1-on-1 Tech Assistance Wednesday, February 4, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Homework Center Wednesday, February 4, 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 Feb 4 2026 Wed 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 1-on-1 Tech Assistance Monday, February 9, 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 Feb 9 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 "Teens" group Homework Center Monday, February 9, 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 Feb 9 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 1-on-1 Tech Assistance Wednesday, February 11, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 11 2026 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Homework Center Wednesday, February 11, 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 Feb 11 2026 Wed 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.
Presidents’ 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 Presidents’ Day. Closing Feb 16 2026 Mon Closing Presidents’ 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 Presidents’ Day.
