Upcoming Events

Computers and wireless printing

The computers and wireless printing will be down Tuesday, March 17th at the Main Branch. Computers will be available at the Jefferson Branch located at 140 Horseplain Road.

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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 "Adults" group

Lawyers in the Library

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learn from the Expert
Event Details:

**Registration (via phone or in-person) is REQUIRED and begins on Thursday, February 19th.**

This event is in the "Adults" group

Let’s Talk! English Language Conversation Group

4:00pm–5:00pm
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 "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

End of life planning session with a representative from New Britain Memorial & Donald D. Sagarino Funeral Home.

This event is in the "Adults" group

All Ability Job and Career Resource Fair

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Conversation, Job Help, Learn from the Expert
Event Details:
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 "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 "All Ages" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Periodicals Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

In honor of Women’s History Month, and her 100th  birthday later this year, come learn about the life and work of monumental artist Betye Saar!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Let’s Talk! English Language Conversation Group

4:00pm–5:00pm
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 "Adults" group

Zumba at the Library!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Zumba at the library with certified Zumba instructor, Tim Engstrom! Wear comfortable clothes, bring a bottle of water, and get ready to dance! Register today!

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

Wire Wrapping Sea Glass - With Creative Girl Studios

11:30am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to wire wrap anything found on a beach! Two different designs will be taught, and you will leave with one completed sea glass pendant necklace with allergen free wire, waxed cotton cord rope, and sachet bag!

 

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 "Adults" group

Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 1

11:00am–1:00pm
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:

Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 2

1:00pm–3:00pm
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:

Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 3

4:00pm–6:00pm
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:

Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Curious about how to use our equipment or want to dive deeper into a specific machine? Need extended time to work on something with expert support?

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 "Adults" group

Borderland - Film Screening and Q&A

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

The United States border is not just a geographic location. The border is everywhere.

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 "Adults" group

Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 1

11:00am–12:00pm
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:

Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Want to learn more about our equipment or spend focused time working with staff support?

Our Appointment Access Day is designed just for that! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 2

12:00pm–1:00pm
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:

Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Want to learn more about our equipment or spend focused time working with staff support?

Our Appointment Access Day is designed just for that! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 3

1:00pm–2:00pm
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:

Have a big project in mind and need one-on-one guidance? Want to learn more about our equipment or spend focused time working with staff support?

Our Appointment Access Day is designed just for that!