Upcoming Events

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 Librarian Cara for the first Amazing Artists program! Together, we will learn about artist Alma Thomas and work on projects inspired by her art! No registration necessary.

This is a weekly club for crocheters of all skill levels to chat, crochet, and chill together. This is a club and social group, not a class.

Learn DIY tips and tricks to upgrade your furniture!

We will discuss chalk paint, stencils, finding affordable materials, and other techniques to breathe new life into your pre-loved furniture!

Have questions or need help signing up for healthcare coverage?

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.

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!

Join us to create your own candle from a mason jar and LED Lights! All materials will be provided. Registration is required.

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

American Job Centers help workers find jobs – for free!

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?

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. 

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

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 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.

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?