Upcoming Events

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.

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.

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! 

Drop in to the Jefferson Branch Library for some reading time, board games, crafts and calming music! Weather permitting, we will also have chalk and bubbles outside!

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.

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

In honor of AAPI Heritage month, we’re exploring craft techniques from across Asia.

Join us in learning the art of Chinese knotting and create a delicate good luck charm for your keys or bag!

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 and learn how to make beautiful collages out of old library books and magazines! Using recycled materials and glue, we will make our very own collage masterpieces.

Welcome to Crochet Club!

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

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

Friends of the Library meeting.

Join Librarian Cara and learn how to make beautiful collages out of old library books and magazines! Using recycled materials and glue, we will make our very own collage masterpieces.

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.

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!

HAPPY 125th BIRTHDAY to the New Britain Institute and the New Britain Public Library!! Come CELEBRATE with us! There will be cake, balloons, and more!

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.

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.

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.

From Marvel and anime, to gaming and fantasy, test your fandom knowledge in this team trivia showdown! Prizes will be awarded to the ultimate champions!

Join us for a slideshow presentation, by Jimmy Golon, about the construction of the highway through the center of New Britain between the late 1960s through 1978.

Join Librarian Cara and Mr. Place while we learn about whales! Together, we will have a discussion and complete themed activities! This program is for kids ages 4-12, and registration is required.