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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Jefferson Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
6
2026
Mon
Tiny Tales
9:30am–10:00am
Jefferson Branch
Library Branch:
Jefferson Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Jefferson Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
9
2026
Thu
Tiny Tales
9:30am–10:00am
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
6
2026
Mon
1-on-1 Tech Assistance
10:00am–11:00am
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
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
6
2026
Mon
Terrific Tots
10:00am–11:00am
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. Build your child’s early literacy skills (talking, singing, reading, playing and writing) with stories, fingerplays, songs, a simple
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Super Kids
10:00am–11:00am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
10
2026
Fri
Time for Tots
10:00am–11:30am
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Full
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Adults,
All Ages
Main Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Apr
11
2026
Sat
My Portion Inc Food Pantry
10:30am–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Large
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Come out to the library for a Food Pantry hosted by My Portion Inc. Food, clothes, and furniture will be available on a first come first served basis and while supplies last!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Apr
11
2026
Sat
Chess Club
11:00am–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Join us for Chess Club at the library on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. No registration required. All skill levels welcome!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
10
2026
Fri
Career Closet
12:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Study Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Conversation,
Job Help
Event Details:
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!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
7
2026
Tue
Homeschool Session: Explore the Outdoors
1:00pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Full
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEAM Learning
Event Details:
Join Librarian Cara and Mr. Place to celebrate Spring and explore the great outdoors! Together we will have story time, a short discussion and head outside for activities! This program is for kids ages 4-12, and registration is required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Digitization Days
2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace Studio
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Digitization,
Learn from the Expert
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!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
1-on-1 Tech Assistance
3:00pm–4:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr
6
2026
Mon
Homework Center
4:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Outside of Teen
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr
6
2026
Mon
Cozy Craft Café: Pressed Flower Bookmarks
4:30pm–5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Small
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Celebrate spring by designing your own pressed flower bookmark! Layer dried flowers, laminate your design, and create a beautiful handmade keepsake perfect for your next read. All materials provided!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Children,
Teens
Main Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Connecticut Invention Convention
4:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Makerspace,
STEAM Learning
Event Details:
Children’s/Teen Program Registration is closed for this program!
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Homework Center
4:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Outside of Teen
Event Details:
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.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
Crafty Creatives Club: Recycled Bookmarks
4:30pm–5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join Librarian Cara for this week's Crafty Creatives Club! In celebration of Earth Day, we will be making beautiful bookmarks with recycled materials! This program is for kids of all ages, and no registration is required!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
7
2026
Tue
Public Speaking! Youth Workshop
5:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Study Room 3
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Workshop
Event Details:
A fun and educational program for young voices to grow! Learn confident speaking, effective persuasion, and presenting yourself. Ages 9-12, registration required.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Main Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
8
2026
Wed
The Hive Crochet Club
5:15pm–6:45pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Makerspace
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
9
2026
Thu
Screen Printing without Emulsion Workshop
5:00pm–7:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Full
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Makerspace
Event Details:
Learn how to screen print designs on paper and fabric without emulsion - a method of screen printing that is easier to do yourself and at home! No materials or experience needed!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Apr
9
2026
Thu
Family Story Hour
6:30pm–7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Children's Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Event Details:
Listen to bedtime stories at the library! Best for children ages 3-8. Adults are welcome to listen along with their children. Enjoy stories and a short film or craft. No registration.
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