Upcoming Events

Join us for story time 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!

The New Britain Public Library and the American Job Center have partnered to continue our one-on-one Job Information and Career Resources sessions that will take place on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month.

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.

Turn old magazines into beautiful handmade beads and create your own bracelet or keychain in this eco-friendly spring craft for teens! All materials will be provided.

Join the Teen Advisory Board and help create awesome events, recommend books, and improve the teen space at the library! TAB members earn volunteer hours and have a say in what the library offers teens!

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.

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 Crafty Creatives Club to see if you have the skills to catch a leprechaun! Together we will engineer fool proof leprechaun traps to use this St. Patrick's Day! No registration required!

Welcome to Crochet Club!

Come to the library for a public preview of the 2026 New Britain High School musical, Frozen! 

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.

Love to embroider and want to chat with others about it? Join us in this embroidery group to grow your skills, socialize, learn about our Makerspace, and have fun!

Join Crafty Creatives Club to see if you have the skills to catch a leprechaun! Together we will engineer fool proof leprechaun traps to use this St. Patrick's Day.

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

Join Librarian Mads in the Makerspace to create your own accordion-style book that is perfect for journaling, sketching, or storytelling! 

No prior experience is needed, and all materials will be provided. 

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!

Join Librarian Cara for a fun and engaging STEAM program designed to help kids work together, grow creative skills and engage in different STEAM concepts! This program is for kids ages 7-12, and no registration is required.