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Featured Events

Library passport designed to look like an authentic Visa

Passport to Connecticut Libraries

04/01/2026 @ 10:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 7:00pm
Off Site
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join the fun with an exciting free program for people of all ages. Discover everything Connecticut libraries have to offer!

1. Pick up a passport and visit any of the 171 participating Connecticut libraries.

Program flyer with Emmie bursting from 1960s era flower.

Welcome Wags With Emmie

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library Branch
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Catch some pawsitive vibes with four-footed, furry friend Emmie. Join us the second Monday of the month, 1:00 - 2:00 PM, for tail-waggin' fun at the library. A visit with Welcome Wagger Emmie and Handler Kathryn K.

Song Sung Blue cover

Movie Matinee: Song Sung Blue

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Fox Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an entertaining movie experience at the library. Whether you're a movie buff or just looking for a pleasant way to spend an afternoon, the Monday Movie Matinee is a perfect opportunity to view a feature film for free.

Family putting together a jigsaw puzzle

Family Puzzle Night

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend time together during April school vacation? Join us for Family Puzzle Night at the library!

Paul Revere sculpture on horseback with lantern

Paul Revere's Ride: Truths Behind a Tavern Keeper's Tale, An America 250 Program

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Delve into one of America's most iconic moments as described by legendary fireside poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Nathan Rumney brings words to life with his dramatic reading, followed by a close look of the evening of April 18, 1775.

Watercolor design of birdhouse with blue flowers

Watercolor Basics

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you’re new to watercolor painting, have some experience with art, or are just curious to get in touch with your creative side, this workshop is for you! Douglas Williams returns to Cossitt Library for another art instruction series.

Etched glass candle holders

Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Cricut Maker Cutting Machine Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Cricut Maker Cutting Machine Training
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker Equipment Training, Maker Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create custom etched glass candle holders for your home or special celebration!

Etched glass candle holders

Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Cricut Maker Cutting Machine Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Cricut Maker Cutting Machine Training
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker Equipment Training, Maker Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create custom etched glass candle holders for your home or special celebration!

Watercolor design of birdhouse with blue flowers

Watercolor Basics

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you’re new to watercolor painting, have some experience with art, or are just curious to get in touch with your creative side, this workshop is for you! Douglas Williams returns to Cossitt Library for another art instruction series.

ex libris stamps in a book

Monthly Makes: Personalized Book Stamps

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker Equipment Training, Maker Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Put your own stamp on your home library in this makerspace workshop!

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