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This event is in the "Adults" group.

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Terrific Tots

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Main Library
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homework Center

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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.

Learning at the Library: Homeschool Enrichment Days

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join us for Learning at the Library: Homeschool Enrichment days!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Earth Day Terrarium

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

In celebration of Earth Day, create a beautiful terrarium and learn the basics of this mini ecosystem!

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Reservation for: First Floor Lobby Tables
Purpose of Meeting

Vaccine Week

This event is in the "Children" group.

Super Kids

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Main Library
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 "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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Customize Your Clothes

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Bring your own clothes and give them a fresh new look! Use fabric paint, embroidery, and Cricut designs to customize your wardrobe and express your unique style. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homework Center

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Full
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Make a fun seed bomb to plant tons of wildflowers wherever you throw it!

Board Meeting

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Reservation for: Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

Board Meeting

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends Spring Book Sale

10:00am - 2:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for our Spring Book Sale Thursday, April 24th through Saturday, April 26th! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digitization Days

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Makerspace Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learn from the Expert, Makerspace
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.

Homework Center

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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.

Family Story Hour: Grow Where You Go - Sunflowers

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
Main Library
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. After enjoying stories, children will make their own sunflowers.

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!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: First Floor Lobby Tables
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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 "All Ages" group.

Friends Spring Book Sale

10:00am - 4:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for our Spring Book Sale Thursday, April 24th through Saturday, April 26th! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends Spring Book Sale

10:00am - 2:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room Large
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for our Spring Book Sale Thursday, April 24th through Saturday, April 26th! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

11:00am - 4:00pm
All Ages
Main Library
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 "Adults" group.

Banned Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Periodicals Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Community Conversation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us for this monthly book club where we discuss books that have been banned or have been requested to be removed from public libraries or school libraries. This month's book is To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

1-on-1 Tech Assistance

10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Terrific Tots

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Main Library
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homework Center

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
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.