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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Jefferson Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
May
4
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
May
7
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
May
4
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
May
4
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:
Join us for 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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
6
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:
Join us for 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Access Health CT In-Person Assistance
10:00am–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Study Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Register for in-person assistance with a representative from Access Health CT.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
8
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
May
9
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:
Join us for a food pantry at the library, hosted by My Portion Inc, every second Saturday of the month. 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
4
2026
Mon
Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 1
11:00am–12:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Makerspace
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!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
9
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! All skill levels are welcome, and no registration necessary.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
4
2026
Mon
Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 2
12:00pm–1:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Makerspace
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!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
5
2026
Tue
Mother’s Day Craft Day
12:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Makerspace
Event Details:
Stop by any time between 12-6 pm for a themed craft day focused on creating heartfelt, handmade gifts for the moms in your life!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
American Red Cross Blood Drive
12:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Full
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
8
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
4
2026
Mon
Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 3
1:00pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Makerspace
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!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
5
2026
Tue
Homeschool Session: All About Space
1:00pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Full
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEAM Learning,
Storytime
Event Details:
Join Librarian Cara and Mr. Place to learn all about space! Together, we will read a story, have a short discussion and then work together on space themed 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
May
9
2026
Sat
Poetry Writing Workshop
1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Periodicals Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Conversation,
Learn from the Expert,
Workshop
Event Details:
Join us for an interactive monthly poetry workshop series, led by Christopher Young, centered around teaching and improving the skills necessary to write poetry.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
6
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
May
4
2026
Mon
Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 4
3:00pm–4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Makerspace
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!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
6
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.
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
May
6
2026
Wed
Quiet Crafternoon - Mental Health Awareness Month
3:30pm–5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Health & Wellness,
Makerspace
Event Details:
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, join us for a quiet afternoon of crafting in the relaxed atmosphere of our Makerspace.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Main Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
7
2026
Thu
3D Pen Thursdays - Mother's Day
3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Makerspace,
Workshop
Event Details:
Explore 3D drawing and become your own 3D printer!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
4
2026
Mon
Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 5
4:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Makerspace
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
4
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
6
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
May
6
2026
Wed
Crafty Creatives Club: Make Your Own Very Hungry Caterpillar
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 to make your own Very Hungry Caterpillar out of socks and stuffing! Using our simple materials, we will make new caterpillar friends to take home! This program is open to kids of all ages, and no registration is required.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Jefferson Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Crafty Creatives Club: Make Your Own Very Hungry Caterpillar
4:00pm–5:00pm
Jefferson Branch
Library Branch:
Jefferson Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join Librarian Cara to make your own Very Hungry Caterpillar out of socks and stuffing! Using our simple materials, we will make new caterpillar friends to take home! This program is open to kids of all ages, and no registration is required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
4
2026
Mon
Makerspace Appointment Access Day - Session 6
5:00pm–6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Makerspace
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!
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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
May
6
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
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
May
6
2026
Wed
Art of Tarot - Collage Art Series
5:30pm–6:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Community Room Small
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Learn from the Expert,
Workshop
Event Details:
Join us for a fun arts and crafts workshop where you can create your very own tarot cards! Learn about the meanings behind the cards, and try out various techniques to create your own personalized cards!
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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
May
7
2026
Thu
Junk Journal Club
5:00pm–7:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Makerspace,
Workshop
Event Details:
Welcome to Junk Journal Club!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
May
5
2026
Tue
Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants
6:00pm–7:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Study Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club,
Community Conversation,
Learn from the Expert
Event Details:
The Building Connections Book Club for Immigrants is for Advanced English learners who want to develop their English reading and communication skills in a diverse, inspiring and encouraging environment.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
7
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! 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.
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