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Music Time

In-Person
It’s time to sing and move! Join us for some of our favorite children's songs. We will dance, use some instruments, and have fun! No registration required. Ages 0-2
Date:
Monday, July 20, 2026 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Children's Program Room
Audience:
  Toddlers (Ages 1-2)     Children     Babies (ages 0 - 18 months)  
Categories:
  Children's Events  
Music Time

Nutmeg Book Club - Magnolia Wu Unfolds it All

In-Person
Grades 4-6. Participate in a book club starring Connecticut Nutmeg Book Award nominees. Children will receive a copy of the book in advance and then meet at the Library for snacks, fun activities,...  More
Date:
Monday, July 20, 2026
Time:
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location:
Children's Program Room
Audience:
  Tweens (Grades 3-6)     Children  
Categories:
  Children's Events  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 3 seats left
Nutmeg Book Club - Magnolia Wu Unfolds it All

Canceled: Reader's Theatre Summer Showcase

Unfortunately we have to cancel all of our Reader's Theatre Summer Showcase programs. The library construction project is running longer than expected. We hope to schedule a few readings in the fall...  More
Date:
Monday, July 20, 2026 Show more dates
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Audience:
  Adults  
Categories:
  Adults  
Canceled: Reader's Theatre Summer Showcase

Preschool Storytime

In-Person
Ages 3 to 5. Enjoy stories, rhymes, and a craft. No need to register, just drop in!
Date:
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Children's Program Room
Audience:
  Preschool (Ages 3 - 5)     Children  
Categories:
  Children's Events  
Preschool Storytime

Summer Art: Seed Art

In-Person
Ages 7-12. Children will arrange different seeds onto a rigid surface to form patterns or pictures. Seed Art is a mosaic style activity using seeds, beans, and grains to create colorful, textured...  More
Date:
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Audience:
  Tweens (Grades 3-6)     Children  
Categories:
  Children's Events  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register!
Summer Art: Seed Art

Pokémon Party

In-Person
Trainers: You’re invited to our annual Poké Party! Join us for anime, a Pokémon Party craft, Pokémon stickers, and button-making, video gaming, and Poké snacks. Come dressed as your favorite...  More
Date:
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Time:
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Location:
Lovell Room
Audience:
  Teens (Grades 7 - 13)  
Categories:
  Teen Events  
Pokémon Party

Letter Writing

In-Person
Rediscover the delight in sending and receiving letters. Stay connected to family and friends in farflung places. Bring your recipient's name and address. We'll supply the stationery. Your grown up is...  More
Date:
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Show more dates
Time:
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location:
Children's Program Room
Audience:
  Tweens (Grades 3-6)     Children     Tweens (Grades 5-7)  
Categories:
  Children's Events  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 17 seats left
Letter Writing

America 250: Build a Lego National Monument

In-Person
For LEGO® enthusiasts of all ages! Build cool LEGO® structures using inspiration from America’s landmarks and history. Build as a team or individually. We will supply the LEGOs. After program we...  More
Date:
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Time:
6:15pm - 7:45pm
Location:
Board Room
Audience:
  All Ages     Adults     Teens (Grades 6 -12)     Children  
Categories:
  Adults  
Registrations are fully booked!
America 250: Build a Lego National Monument

Caribbean Carnival Workshop with Coryse

In-Person
Join dance educator and author Coryse Villarouel for an exciting workshop celebrating Caribbean dance and Carnival! Participants will collaborate on making a headpiece, watch and learn a traditional...  More
Date:
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Children's Program Room
Audience:
  Children  
Categories:
  Children's Events  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 34 seats left
Caribbean Carnival Workshop with Coryse

Crocheting

In-Person
Ages 9+ (adults and teens welcome). Learn basic crochet stitches like single and double chain or bring questions about your current project. Materials provided.
Date:
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time:
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location:
Children's Program Room
Audience:
  Adults     Tweens (Grades 3-6)     Teens (Grades 6 -12)     Tweens (Grades 5-7)     Teens (Grades 7 - 13)  
Categories:
  Children's Events  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register!
Crocheting