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Library Closed

The New Britain Public Library (Main Library and Jefferson Branch) will be closed Tuesday, November 18th for staff development. 

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This event is in the "Adults" group

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
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 "Children" group

Terrific Tots

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for children ages 2½-3½, accompanied by an adult. Stories, fingerplays, songs, a simple craft and time to play with toys! No registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friendship Service Center Outreach

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Job Help
Event Details:

Representatives from the Friendship Service Center's Hope Connection Center will be at the library to assist individuals facing or experiencing homelessness. Individuals may meet with a representative on Mondays between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Autumn Candle Painting

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

Join us at The Hive Makerspace to paint and decorate candles for autumn! We will have acrylic paints, colored wax, and pressed flowers for you to use to make your own unique design.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Book Page Snowflakes

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Small
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create one-of-a-kind snowflakes using book pages! This program is for all skill levels. Step-by-step instructions will be provided, and designs can be simple or detailed.

This event is in the "Children" group

STEAM Session: Tennis Ball Tower

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM Learning
Event Details:

Do you think you can build a tower to hold up a tennis ball? What if all you had were straws, tape and popsicle sticks? Test your knowledge and work on creative solutions during this engineering challenge! For kids ages 7-12.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN TILL OCTOBER 20TH. REACH OUT DIRECTLY TO KAREN BERNETTI THE INSTRUCTOR TO REGISTER

Staff Development Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Jefferson Branch, Community Event
Description:

The New Britain Public Library (Main Library and Jefferson Branch) will be closed for Staff Development Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Community Event
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join our Senior Book Club! This month's book is: The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History by Elizabeth Kolber.

This event is in the "Children" group

Super Kids

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for children ages 3-5! Stories, fingerplays, songs, and a craft or short film. No registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Digitization Days

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Digitization, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

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! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
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 "Children" group

Crafty Creatives Club: Yarn Tree Painting

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Using yarn, paint and cotton balls, we will make unique birch tree paintings together! Wear clothes that you do not mind getting messy, and come ready to create some art!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Lo-Fi Study Time

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesdays for a dedicated hour of quiet study time. Teens are invited to stop in to read, draw, catch up on homework or participate in other quiet activities while we play some soothing and relaxing chill beats in the background!

This event is in the "Children" group

Tiny Tales

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Jefferson Branch
Library Branch: Jefferson Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come to the Jefferson Branch 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

Access Health CT: Enrollment Help

9:30am–5:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Access Health CT Enrollment Help at New Britain Public Library!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Creatives Collective Crafting Circle

10:00am–11:00am
All Ages
Jefferson Branch
Library Branch: Jefferson Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore a craft with your neighbors! Bring that crochet project you have been working on, or the drawing you have been inspired to start. Connect with others and work on your project at the library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Little Free Library Unveiling @ OIC

4:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Community Event
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Event
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Please join us in the unveiling of the New Britain Public Library’s very first Little Free Library, in partnership with OIC!

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafty Creatives Club: Yarn Tree Painting

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Jefferson Branch
Library Branch: Jefferson Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Using yarn, paint and cotton balls, we will make unique birch tree paintings together! Wear clothes that you do not mind getting messy, and come ready to create some art!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Let’s Talk! English Language Conversation Group

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Junk Journal Club

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Hive is introducing our second ever club: Junk Journal Club!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Conversation, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:
A Sweet Tradition: Maple Sugaring in Native American Communities

Did you know that when you pour syrup on your pancakes, you are biting into a treat with a rich history?

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Hour

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for children ages 3-8! Children may be accompanied by an adult. Stories and a short film or craft. No registration.