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Homework Center

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outside of Teen at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens

The Homework Center is available for New Britain teens in grades 6 to 12 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (except on holidays), from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside of Teen
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

The Homework Center is available for New Britain teens in grades 6 to 12 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (except on holidays), from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

DIY One Piece Bookmarks

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

One Piece is back! Join us in the Teen Room to celebrate the return of One Piece by crafting your very own One Piece bookmark! All materials will be provided. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

One Piece is back! Join us in the Teen Room to celebrate the return of One Piece by crafting your very own One Piece bookmark! All materials will be provided. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Learning at the Library: Homeschool Enrichment Days SESSION 1

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEAM Learning
Age Group:
Children

Join us for Learning at the Library: Homeschool Enrichment days: Session 1

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Learning at the Library: Homeschool Enrichment days: Session 1

Job Information and Career Resources Sessions w. The American Job Center

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room Full at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Job Info Session

Main Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Reservation for: Community Room Full
Purpose of Meeting

Job Info Session

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime in the Teen Room

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Film Screening
Age Group:
Teens

Join us Tuesdays in May from 6PM-7PM for a chance to watch the latest and greatest in Japanese animation! We will be watching the new season of One Piece

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Film Screening
Event Details:

Join us Tuesdays in May from 6PM-7PM for a chance to watch the latest and greatest in Japanese animation! We will be watching the new season of One Piece

This event is in the "Children" group.

Super Kids

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hawley Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Storytime for children ages 3-5. Stories, fingerplays, songs and a craft or activity!

 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Hawley Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for children ages 3-5. Stories, fingerplays, songs and a craft or activity!

 

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

🌸 Mother’s Day Craft Workshop!

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

All ages are invited to create a heartfelt, handmade gift for the special mom in their lives! Drop in between 12:00-6:00 PM for a fun and creative crafting session to make something truly unique in celebration of Mother’s Day!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

All ages are invited to create a heartfelt, handmade gift for the special mom in their lives! Drop in between 12:00-6:00 PM for a fun and creative crafting session to make something truly unique in celebration of Mother’s Day!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
1-on-1 Tech at Main Library
Program Type:
Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

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.  

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.

Homework Center

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outside of Teen at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens

The Homework Center is available for New Britain teens in grades 6 to 12 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (except on holidays), from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside of Teen
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

The Homework Center is available for New Britain teens in grades 6 to 12 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (except on holidays), from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crafty Creative's Club: Paper Lily Bouquet

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Join the Crafty Creative's Club to make beautiful paper lily bouquets to celebrate spring or Mother's Day!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join the Crafty Creative's Club to make beautiful paper lily bouquets to celebrate spring or Mother's Day!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 6:00pm
Community Room Full at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Help save a life at the library!

Sign up today on the American Red Cross website!

 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Help save a life at the library!

Sign up today on the American Red Cross website!

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digitization Days

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Learn from the Expert, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults

Do you have old photos 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! 

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

DIY Screen Printing

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learn from the Expert, Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to screen print designs on paper and fabric without emulsion - a method of screen printing that's easier to do yourself and at home! No materials or experience required, just sign up!

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

Learn how to screen print designs on paper and fabric without emulsion - a method of screen printing that's easier to do yourself and at home! No materials or experience required, just sign up!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Guidelines

We often take photographs during library events. Opt-out waivers will be available at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homework Center

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outside of Teen at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens

The Homework Center is available for New Britain teens in grades 6 to 12 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (except on holidays), from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside of Teen
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

The Homework Center is available for New Britain teens in grades 6 to 12 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (except on holidays), from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chill Beats for Homework & Study

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us on Thursdays for a dedicated hour of quiet study time.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays for a dedicated hour of quiet study time.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Story Hour

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hawley Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Storytime for children ages 3-8. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Stories and a short film or activity. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Hawley Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for children ages 3-8. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Stories and a short film or activity. 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Time for Tots

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room Full at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Storytime and time to play with toys for children under 3 years, accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime and time to play with toys for children under 3 years, accompanied by 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let’s Talk!

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
First Floor Lobby Tables at Main Library
Program Type:
Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

Are you interested in learning English? Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills in a casual group setting?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor Lobby Tables
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warhammer at the Library

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Community Room Large at Main Library
Program Type:
Community Conversation, Games, Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Play Warhammer at the library! No prior experience necessary, and all materials will be provided!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Conversation, Games, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Event Details:

Play Warhammer at the library! No prior experience necessary, and all materials will be provided!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Outside of Teen at Main Library
Program Type:
Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for Chess Club at the library on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. No registration required. All skill levels welcome!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside of Teen
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Learn from the Expert
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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Snack Tasting for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room Small at Main Library
Program Type:
Community Conversation, Food Tasting
Age Group:
All Ages

Sample snacks from Ji Chang Market in New Britain (while supplies last)!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Small
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Conversation, Food Tasting
Event Details:

Sample snacks from Ji Chang Market in New Britain (while supplies last)!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Film Screening: Asian American Stories of Resilience

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room Full at Main Library
Program Type:
Community Conversation, Film Screening
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a screening of Asian American Stories of Resilience, presented via Kanopy.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Conversation, Film Screening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a screening of Asian American Stories of Resilience, presented via Kanopy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
1-on-1 Tech at Main Library
Program Type:
Learn from the Expert
Age Group:
Adults

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.  

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.

Terrific Tots

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hawley Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Storytime for children ages 2½- 3½ with an adult. Activities include stories, a craft, and time to play with toys at the end of the program. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Hawley Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for children ages 2½- 3½ with an adult. Activities include stories, a craft, and time to play with toys at the end of the program. 

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.