Upcoming Events

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

Join us for an educational presentation on autism (and neurodiversity) designed for younger children.

Stop by the library for some Spring Break STEAM fun! Participate in a variety of different Lego challenge activities set up around the Children's Room! This program is for kids ages 5-12.

Join Librarian Cara for this week's Crafty Creatives Club! Together we will start seeds to bring home and grow!

Learn how to dye natural fabrics using the wax resist process of batik with Librarian Mads!

All materials will be provided. Please note that pick up of your tote bag will need to be arranged with staff following the workshop. 

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!

Join us for some Spring Break fun and win some cool prizes at bingo! This program is for kids ages 5-12.

In 1945, 40% of all US produce was grown in two million home gardens across the country.

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.

Come out to storytime 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.

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.

Can you complete wild 60-second challenges using everyday objects? Of course you can! Stop into the Teen Room, try your luck, and have a blast!

Join Librarian Cara and Mr. Place to celebrate Earth Day! We'll start with a storytime and short discussion, followed by crafts made with recycled materials! This program is for kids ages 4-12, and registration is required.

Come join our Senior Sleuths Book Club!  This month's book is Less: A novel by Andrew Sean Greer.

Join us for a night of jazz music, brought to you by the New Britain Symphony Orchestra and featuring Atla DeChamplain on vocals, Matthew DeChamplain on keyboard, and David Dadario on bass!

This workshop is designed as a community conversation to provide education on trauma and its impact on individuals, families, and neighborhoods.

Join the Evening Book Club for this month's selection, Daughters of Shandong by Eve J. Chung. New members are always welcome! 

Come to 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! 

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 a themed craft session where you’ll DIY a variety of elements to build or add to your own fairy garden!

We’ll provide supplies and sample ideas to inspire your own designs!