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Banned Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Periodicals Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Community Conversation
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

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

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Make Your Own Buttons!

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design and make your own buttons using recycled materials!

This event is in the "Children" group

STEAM Sessions: Marshmallow Catapults

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

Join us for this week's STEAM Session: Marshmallow Catapults! Together we will construct our very own catapults and see which one can throw a marshmallow the farthest! This program is best for kids ages 7-12, no registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Joy of Cookbooking Cookbook Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Small
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you enjoy trying new foods? Do you like trying new things and discussing them with others? Join us on the last Monday of the month for cookbook club!

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 a short film. No registration.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Main Street Market

10:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
Community Event
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Event
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Check visit Library staff at central CT's freshest weekly farmer's market! Located at Central Park. 

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: Collage Face Art

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

Join Librarian Cara and the Crafty Creatives Club for this week's craft: paper collage faces! Together we will use old picture books and magazines to put together fun paper faces and other collage 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 "All Ages" group

3D Pen Thursdays - Halloween 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore 3D drawing and become your own 3D printer! 3D Pens are back for October, but this time with a spooky twist! This month’s theme is Halloween: ghosts, pumpkins, witches and more!

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Time for Tots

10:00am–11:30am
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join the Children's Department for free play, story time, songs and more! This program is for children under age 3, with an adult. No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Let’s Talk!

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Main Library
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

Quilted Witch Hats

1:30pm–4:30pm
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:

Make a Halloween accessory you will cherish forever! Adults with previous knowledge of machine and hand sewing are invited to make a unique quilted witch hat with guidance from our staff!

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 "Teens" group

Book Dominos

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, STEAM Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can you make a chain reaction with books? Try designing an awesome domino show out of the books we have available at the library, and learn how gravity and energy make it all possible!