Main Library

New Britain Public Library building

Hours

Library Hours

Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

Friday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

Makerspace Hours

Monday & Tuesday: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

Wednesday & Thursday: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Friday & Saturday: 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Computer Center Hours

Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:50 pm

Friday - Saturday: 9:00 am to 4:50 pm

Events at Main

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

Pressed Flower Fairy Wings

12:30pm–2:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own transparent and magical fairy wings! Design, press, and cut your wings to turn yourself or your child into a flower fairy! 

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: Learn from the Expert, Makerspace
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 Creative's Club: Marble Painting

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 the Crafty Creative's Club, using marbles instead of paintbrushes, to create beautiful 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introducing the NBPL Crochet Club!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Lawyers in the Library

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lawyers in the Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

Short sessions with legal advisors at the library. Register to be assigned a 15-minute appointment with a lawyer; start times are 5:30, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15, and 6:30pm. Please plan to bring any relevant documentation to your session.

Services at Main

Accessibility

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We strive to make it easier for those with disabilities and cognitive differences to use and enjoy all that the Library offers. Find details about the accessibility accommodations available for visitors to the Main Library.

Main Library Accessibility

Community Events

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The New Britain Public Library is proud to partner with local organizations to support literacy, access to information, and community engagement. Do you want to bring the New Britain Public Library to your neighborhood? We look forward to hearing from you!

View Community Events

Faxing

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A self service fax machine is located on the first floor of the New Britain Public Library.

Faxes cost:

  • $1.75 first page
  • $1.00 each additional page

Home Delivery

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Home Delivery Service is specifically designed for New Britain residents who are temporarily or permanently unable to visit the library due to health or mobility issues.

Request Home Delivery

Library Visits

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Plan your visit to the library! Tour our facility, explore our Local History Room, or schedule a school trip for your class to do a storytime or craft! Fill out an online form to make your visit request.

Plan a Library Visit

Makerspace

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The Makerspace is a creative hub where individuals come together to craft, invent, and explore. Whether you're interested in traditional crafts or cutting-edge technology, our space is equipped with a wide variety of tools and materials to help you create, learn, and experiment. Join us to develop new skills, share your ideas, and bring your projects to life.

Explore the Makerspace

Meeting Rooms

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Our Main Library's Community Room is available for nonprofit and community member use. The Hawley Room, also at the Main Library, is open to organizations/groups who work with children. Both rooms are booked through the Library website.

Reserve a Meeting Room

Printing & Copying

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Printing is available for public use at the New Britain Public Library. 

Copies are:

  • 15 cents/per page for Black & White
  • 25 cents/per page for Color 

Wireless printing is available through Princh using the code 108344.

Public Computers

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The Library provides free public computer access.

Scanning

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Out flatbed scanner allows for documents and photos up to 11x17 to be scanned and saved to a USB, sent to an email address, saved to a google drive, or saved to a mobile device (using a QR code).

Wi-Fi

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Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the library. Users can connect by selecting the "NBPL- Public" network.

Directions & Parking Information

Free parking is available behind the library (follow the driveway between the YMCA and the library).