Upcoming Events

Labor Day

The New Britain Public Library (Main Library and Jefferson Branch) will be closed on Saturday, August 30, and Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.

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The Hive Crochet Club

5:15pm–6:45pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

Reused Bottle Cap Resin Keychains

12:30pm–2:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a whimsical keychain out of metal bottle caps and UV resin! 

Decorate the bottle cap with scrapbook paper, pressed flowers, and more! 

The Hive Crochet Club

5:15pm–6:45pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

Relief Printmaking with Librarian Mads

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Librarian Mads to learn relief printmaking!

Registrants will learn to carve a custom stamp to create unique art prints!

The Hive Crochet Club!

5:15pm–6:45pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

3D Pen Thursdays - The Hive Theme

4:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're excited to welcome back our monthly 3D Pen Workshop, held on the first Thursday of each month. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the creative possibilities of 3D drawing, with a new theme featured each session.

Crochet for Beginners - From Stitch to Potholder

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about crochet but not sure where to start? This 4-week beginner-friendly class is the perfect way to dive in!

The Hive Crochet Club!

5:15pm–6:45pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

Bee Air Dry Clay Stamp Art (Part 1)

4:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at The Hive for a two-part workshop in honor of National Honey Month! Using air-dry clay and a variety of stamps, participants will create honey and nature-inspired artwork!

Crochet for Beginners - From Stitch to Potholder

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Event Details:

Curious about crochet but not sure where to start? This 4-week beginner-friendly class is the perfect way to dive in!

The Hive Crochet Club!

5:15pm–6:45pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

Bee Air Dry Clay Stamp Art (Part 2)

4:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Event Details:

 

Join us at The Hive for part two of a workshop in honor of National Honey Month! Using air-dry clay and a variety of stamps, participants will create honey and nature-inspired artwork. 

Crochet for Beginners - From Stitch to Potholder

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Event Details:

Curious about crochet but not sure where to start? This 4-week beginner-friendly class is the perfect way to dive in!

Bee Quilting

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a guided, step-by-step workshop where you’ll create a beautiful quilted bee square! Participants will follow a pattern and practice essential quilting techniques to complete a unique piece of quilted art.

The Hive Crochet Club!

5:15pm–6:45pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

Make Your Own Pamphlet Book with Librarian Mads

4:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Librarian Mads to learn how to sew a simple pamphlet stitch sketchbook or journal! 

Registration is required. 

Crochet for Beginners - From Stitch to Potholder

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Event Details:

Curious about crochet but not sure where to start? This 4-week beginner-friendly class is the perfect way to dive in!