This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "General Interest" group Passport to Connecticut Libraries 04/01/2026 @ 10:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 7:00pm Off Site Program Type: Other Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest 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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "General Interest" group Apr 1 - 30 2026 Passport to Connecticut Libraries 04/01/2026 @ 10:00am–04/30/2026 @ 7:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group Something About the Author Book Discussion Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Small Study Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults Discussing author Shakespeare. An English playwright, poet, actor, and theater entrepreneur. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world’s preeminent dramatist. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Something About the Author Book Discussion 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Small Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Discussing author Shakespeare. An English playwright, poet, actor, and theater entrepreneur. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world’s preeminent dramatist.
This event is in the "Children" group Mixing Masters: Personal Pizzas Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Create your very own edible masterpiece while we make and bake a perfect personal-sized pizza! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Mixing Masters: Personal Pizzas 4:15pm–5:00pm Children Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Create your very own edible masterpiece while we make and bake a perfect personal-sized pizza!
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Babies and their caregivers are invited to join us for an interactive lap-sit program featuring a story, nursery rhymes, songs, and baby sign language. For ages birth to 14 months (non walkers). Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:30am–11:00am Babies/Toddlers Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Babies and their caregivers are invited to join us for an interactive lap-sit program featuring a story, nursery rhymes, songs, and baby sign language. For ages birth to 14 months (non walkers).
This event is in the "Teens" group Dungeons & Dragons Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Other Age Group: Teens Join us for a thrilling session of Dungeons & Dragons with Dungeon Master PK! Prepare to face new challenges, exciting battles, and explore deeper into the fantasy world. The adventure awaits- are you ready? Light snack provided. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Dungeons & Dragons 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Fox Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a thrilling session of Dungeons & Dragons with Dungeon Master PK! Prepare to face new challenges, exciting battles, and explore deeper into the fantasy world. The adventure awaits- are you ready? Light snack provided.
This event is in the "Adults" group Crafters Cafe: Basket Making Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm Reading Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Let's weave! Explore materials and techniques when you learn to weave a small basket with guidance from Jenny, founder and basketry instructor with Connecticut Valley Baskets. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Crafters Cafe: Basket Making 4:00pm–7:00pm Adults Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Let's weave! Explore materials and techniques when you learn to weave a small basket with guidance from Jenny, founder and basketry instructor with Connecticut Valley Baskets.
This event is in the "Children" group Animal Explorers: Dolphins Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Discover the wonders of the animal world through stories, experiments and creative projects. This session features amazingly friendly dolphins! Registration required. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Animal Explorers: Dolphins 4:30pm–5:00pm Children Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Discover the wonders of the animal world through stories, experiments and creative projects. This session features amazingly friendly dolphins! Registration required.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printing Demo and Training Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training at Cossitt Library Branch Program Type: Maker Equipment Training Age Group: Teens, Adults 3D Printing Demonstration and Training: Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer. Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find... Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue 3D Printing Demo and Training 4:30pm–5:30pm Teens, Adults Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch Room: Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Maker Equipment Training Registration Required 3D Printing Demonstration and Training Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer. Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find a 3d file (STL) on sites like Thingiverse and design their own files with software like Tinkercad. Following this attendees will then learn how to use the Bambu P1S 3d printers to print basic projects.For more information on how you can be successful designing and printing in 3D take a look at our Getting Started Guide.Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.-----------------Age RequirementsAll patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually. Registration is required for all active and passive participants.Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff. Limit one youth per Adult.Safety and use guidelines:Please follow the guidelines and sign the Patron Equipment Use Agreement and the Patron Code of Conduct while in the Makerspace. (Printed copies of the Use Agreement are available in the Makerspace)Closed-toe shoes are required in the makerspace.This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group Mother Goose on the Loose Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Reading Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us for an interactive program featuring nursery rhymes, stories and music activities that promote language development, visual literacy, social and emotional skills. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Mother Goose on the Loose 10:15am–10:45am Babies/Toddlers Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Reading Room Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us for an interactive program featuring nursery rhymes, stories and music activities that promote language development, visual literacy, social and emotional skills.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Watercolor Basics Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults 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. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Watercolor Basics 10:30am–12:00pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch Room: Upper Level Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Tales Together Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Reading Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children Join us for a fun and engaging storytime featuring lively stories, interactive flannel board activities, music and movement, and an occasional simple craft, or hands-on activity that supports early literacy and a love of books. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Tales Together 11:00am–11:30am Babies/Toddlers, Children Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Reading Room Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a fun and engaging storytime featuring lively stories, interactive flannel board activities, music and movement, and an occasional simple craft, or hands-on activity that supports early literacy and a love of books.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group Toddler Time Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for an interactive program featuring a story, nursery rhymes, songs and sign language. For ages 15 to 24 months (walkers). Program meets Thursdays, April 9, 23 & 30. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Toddler Time 10:30am–11:00am Babies/Toddlers Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for an interactive program featuring a story, nursery rhymes, songs and sign language. For ages 15 to 24 months (walkers). Program meets Thursdays, April 9, 23 & 30.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Custom Design Demo and Training - Cricut Machines Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Custom Design Station - Training at Cossitt Library Branch Program Type: Maker Equipment Training Age Group: Teens, Adults Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session: Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to the Brother sublimation printer and heat press equipment.&nbs... Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Custom Design Demo and Training - Cricut Machines 4:30pm–5:30pm Teens, Adults Closed Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch Room: Custom Design Station - Training Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Maker Equipment Training Registration Required Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to the Brother sublimation printer and heat press equipment. Attendees will gain an exposure for how the sublimation printer can take digital designs and photos and transfer them to special materials such as clothing, bags, puzzles, mugs, magnets, water bottles, and so much more!For more information on how you can be successful using the sublimation printer and heat presses, take a look at our Getting Started Guide.-----------------Age RequirementsAll patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually. Registration is required for all active and passive participants.Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff. Limit one youth per Adult.Safety and use guidelines:Please follow the guidelines and sign the Patron Equipment Use Agreement and the Patron Code of Conduct while in the Makerspace. (Printed copies of the Use Agreement are available in the Makerspace)Closed-toe shoes are required in the makerspace.This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.
This event is in the "Children" group Nightfall Stories & Stretch Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime Age Group: Children Children are invited to join us for an independent mindfulness program featuring stories, stretches, and an interactive activity. For children ages 4-7 years old; registration required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Nightfall Stories & Stretch 6:00pm–6:30pm Children Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Children are invited to join us for an independent mindfulness program featuring stories, stretches, and an interactive activity. For children ages 4-7 years old; registration required.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Mini Movers Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Reading Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Music and Dance Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children Join us for an interactive music program featuring songs, dancing, scarves, and shaker eggs. Suitable for children ages 14 mos. - 4 yrs. This program meets Friday, April 10 & 24. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Mini Movers 10:30am–11:00am Babies/Toddlers, Children Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Reading Room Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children Program Type: Music and Dance Registration Required Event Details: Join us for an interactive music program featuring songs, dancing, scarves, and shaker eggs. Suitable for children ages 14 mos. - 4 yrs. This program meets Friday, April 10 & 24.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Cricut Maker Cutting Machine Training at Cossitt Library Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker Equipment Training, Maker Workshop Age Group: Teens, Adults Create custom etched glass candle holders for your home or special celebration! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders 10:30am–12:00pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm Cricut Maker Cutting Machine Training at Cossitt Library Branch Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker Equipment Training, Maker Workshop Age Group: Teens, Adults Create custom etched glass candle holders for your home or special celebration! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders 12:30pm–2:00pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Celebrity Reads Book Club Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Reading Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults Celebrity Reads Book Club brings the spotlight to the page! Each month, we’ll read and discuss a title recommended by a well-known celebrity—from actors and musicians to influencers and public figures. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Celebrity Reads Book Club 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Celebrity Reads Book Club brings the spotlight to the page! Each month, we’ll read and discuss a title recommended by a well-known celebrity—from actors and musicians to influencers and public figures.
This event is in the "General Interest" group Welcome Wags With Emmie Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Main Library Branch Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: General Interest 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "General Interest" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Welcome Wags With Emmie 1:00pm–2:00pm General Interest Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Movie Matinee: Song Sung Blue Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Movie Age Group: Adults 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Movie Matinee: Song Sung Blue 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Barnyard Bankers Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Come join us at the library during financial literacy month and paint your own cow-shaped bank. All supplies are provided-just bring your creativity and take home a fun bank to start saving your coins! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Barnyard Bankers 2:00pm–2:45pm Children Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Come join us at the library during financial literacy month and paint your own cow-shaped bank. All supplies are provided-just bring your creativity and take home a fun bank to start saving your coins!
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "General Interest" group Family Puzzle Night Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm Reading Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Other Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend time together during April school vacation? Join us for Family Puzzle Night at the library! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "General Interest" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Family Puzzle Night 5:00pm–6:30pm Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Read to a Dog: Islay Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Meet Islay, a gentle and friendly therapy dog from Bright Spot Therapy Dogs! Children in grades 1-5 are invited to read aloud to Islay in a calm and comfortable setting. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Read to a Dog: Islay 1:00pm–2:00pm Children Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Meet Islay, a gentle and friendly therapy dog from Bright Spot Therapy Dogs! Children in grades 1-5 are invited to read aloud to Islay in a calm and comfortable setting.