Upcoming Events

In any relationship or friendship, challenges may occur. What are some red flags (signaling warning signs of unhealthy relationships), yellow flags (signaling caution), and green flags (signaling healthy rapport)?

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 The Giver by Lois Lowry.

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.

Join us for the next exciting video game tournament! Compete in GranBlue Fantasy Versus, the hit fighting game from the creators of Dragon Ball FighterZ. Registration required. 

Do you enjoy trying new foods? Do you like trying new things and discussing them with others?

Children ages 5-12 will work together on a STEAM activity and socialize with other kids their age. Parents must remain in the library. Registration required.

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

No registration required.

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

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

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

Veterans for Peace members present Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech "Beyond Vietnam: A Time to Break Silence." They will be discussing the issues, values and morals expressed in this speech, and their influence on our country's peaceful relationshi

Try some paczki, a polish filled doughnut, from Roly Poly Bakery of New Britain (while supplies last)!

Do you live or work in New Britain and want to improve your current job prospects or change careers? Come and meet with Joshua Gilmore from the American Job Center!

Learn how to use a sewing machine with our staff, in an hour-long one-on-one session. Perfect for beginners or those needing a refresher! Please only sign up for one day in the month. All ages, registration required.

American Eagle Financial Credit Union (AEFCU) is offering a free seminar about the home-buying process.

Let's break bread and talk about what we want for our community, our families, and ourselves. What kind of community do you want to live in?

Dinner and childcare will be provided! Space is limited. Registration required.

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

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

Create your own unique earrings using materials we have at The Hive, such as laser cut designs, clay, and beads! Drop in and get creative! No registration required.

Join us for a Nerf Battle with other middle and high school students. We will provide Nerf guns, Nerf bullets, and eye protection, though you may bring your own Nerf gun, if you wish.

Sign up today at redcross.org to donate blood at New Britain Public Library! First time donors welcome!

Join us for a New Britain Symphony Orchestra Steel Drums performance! Registration is not required.

Learn how to use a sewing machine with our staff, in an hour-long one-on-one session. Perfect for beginners or those needing a refresher! Please only sign up for one day in the month. All ages, registration required.