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Jewelry Making: Ankle Bracelets

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Beaded ankle bracelets are one of the hottest trends for summer! Lori Catlin Garcia shows adults and teens 16+ how to create a design and make an ankle bracelet using thin stainless-steel chain and an assortment of beads and charms.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beaded ankle bracelets are one of the hottest trends for summer! Lori Catlin Garcia shows adults and teens 16+ how to create a design and make an ankle bracelet using thin stainless-steel chain and an assortment of beads and charms.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Custom Design Demo and Training

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Custom Design Station - Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
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 Cricut and Brother equipment.  Attendees will gain ...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Custom Design Station - Training
Age Group: 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 Cricut and Brother equipment.  

  • Attendees will gain an exposure for how the Cricut cutting machine can take digital designs created in the Cricut Design Space and print/cut their project onto sticker paper, vinyl, and other soft materials.

  • For more information on how you can be successful using the Cricut take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

After this…

  • Attendees will learn about the art of Sublimation which uses heat to transfer graphics, like the ones taken with your phone, and transfer them to ‘blanks’ such as tee shirts, puzzles, mugs, and wood.
  • For more information on how you can be successful sublimating take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

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Age Requirements

  • All 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:

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

Kindergarten Bootcamp: Evenings

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Other, STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

This evening version of Kindergarten Bootcamp offers a gentler approach to help children feel confident and excited for kindergarten.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other, STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This evening version of Kindergarten Bootcamp offers a gentler approach to help children feel confident and excited for kindergarten.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
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

Riverside Reptiles: Senses & Defenses

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest

Slither into a world of Mystery & Mayhem with Riverside Reptiles! You never know what creatures might show up—but one thing’s for sure: they each have incredible senses and unique ways of staying safe.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Slither into a world of Mystery & Mayhem with Riverside Reptiles! You never know what creatures might show up—but one thing’s for sure: they each have incredible senses and unique ways of staying safe.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cossitt Escape Room Session I

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Adult and teens 16+ in groups of two to six participants will have 90 minutes to gather clues, decode cyphers and problem-solve their way out of the Cossitt Library Upper Level. Solve a fictionalized Cossitt family mystery! Space is limited.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adult and teens 16+ in groups of two to six participants will have 90 minutes to gather clues, decode cyphers and problem-solve their way out of the Cossitt Library Upper Level. Solve a fictionalized Cossitt family mystery! Space is limited.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cossitt Escape Room Session II

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Adult and teens 16+ in groups of two to six participants will have 90 minutes to gather clues, decode cyphers and problem-solve their way out of the Cossitt Library Upper Level. Solve a fictionalized Cossitt family mystery! Space is limited.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adult and teens 16+ in groups of two to six participants will have 90 minutes to gather clues, decode cyphers and problem-solve their way out of the Cossitt Library Upper Level. Solve a fictionalized Cossitt family mystery! Space is limited.

This event is in the "Teens" group

The Sweet Revenge: Mystery Escape Room

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Uncover the mystery behind a candy shop's secrets and solve a web of deceit in this thrilling escape room adventure. as part of a team, you'll tackle sweet puzzles and cryptic clue to unveil a plot of sweet revenge before time runs out.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uncover the mystery behind a candy shop's secrets and solve a web of deceit in this thrilling escape room adventure. as part of a team, you'll tackle sweet puzzles and cryptic clue to unveil a plot of sweet revenge before time runs out.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group

Sunshine Storytime

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers

Join Miss Joanna for a fun-filled morning of songs, stories, and a simple craft! Each week will feature a different theme. Registration Required. Please register for each class individually. 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss Joanna for a fun-filled morning of songs, stories, and a simple craft! Each week will feature a different theme. Registration Required. Please register for each class individually. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

3D Printing Demo and Training

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training
Age Group: 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.

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Age Requirements

  • All 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:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Magic of Alternative Photography

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Photographer Jay Harder pulls back the curtain and explores a variety of unique processes that produce stylized photographs. Discover innovative techniques using light, water, paint, movement and beeswax!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Photographer Jay Harder pulls back the curtain and explores a variety of unique processes that produce stylized photographs. Discover innovative techniques using light, water, paint, movement and beeswax!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Kindergarten Bootcamp: Mornings

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Other, STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Children

Get ready for kindergarten with this fun and interactive summer series!

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Other, STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with this fun and interactive summer series!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Digital Discovery Series - Making Websites with Google Sites

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Programming with Makerspace Technician at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Workshop, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of "what you see is what you get" website designers with Google Sites.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Programming with Makerspace Technician
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Workshop, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of "what you see is what you get" website designers with Google Sites.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Digital Discovery Series - Making Websites with Google Sites

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Programming with Makerspace Technician at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Workshop, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of "what you see is what you get" website designers with Google Sites.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Programming with Makerspace Technician
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Workshop, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of "what you see is what you get" website designers with Google Sites.

This event is in the "Children" group

The Poop Museum

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Step into The Poop Museum, where curiosity meets Mystery and Mayhem! If you're fascinated by poop (like Susie Maguire, the poop expert), this is the place for you.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into The Poop Museum, where curiosity meets Mystery and Mayhem! If you're fascinated by poop (like Susie Maguire, the poop expert), this is the place for you.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Digitizing Demo and Training

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Digitizing Station Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Digitizing Demo and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette ...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Digitizing Station Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Registration Required

Digitizing Demo and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette tapes, VHS, DVD, CD, slides, photos and 8 mm film.

  • For more information on how you can be successful Digitizing your media and see what formats we can digitize 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.

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Age Requirements

  • All 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:

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

Kindergarten Bootcamp: Evenings

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Other, STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

This evening version of Kindergarten Bootcamp offers a gentler approach to help children feel confident and excited for kindergarten.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other, STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This evening version of Kindergarten Bootcamp offers a gentler approach to help children feel confident and excited for kindergarten.

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
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

Magic by George

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest

Get ready for a thrilling, family-friendly magic show that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Magic by George combines astounding illusions, mind-boggling tricks, and plenty of surprises.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a thrilling, family-friendly magic show that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Magic by George combines astounding illusions, mind-boggling tricks, and plenty of surprises.

This event is in the "General Interest" group

Mystery Tie Dye Session I

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
General Interest

All ages are invited to enjoy a “mystery” tie dye experience on the lawn at Granby Public Library. Discover new color combinations and enjoy the thrill of surprise when you make unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable art.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

All ages are invited to enjoy a “mystery” tie dye experience on the lawn at Granby Public Library. Discover new color combinations and enjoy the thrill of surprise when you make unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable art.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Knit your dreams one stitch at a time. Stitchers of all skill levels are invited to a friendly Knit & Crochet meetup on the fourth Saturday of the month, 10 AM - 12 PM, at F. H. Cossitt Library, North Granby.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Knit your dreams one stitch at a time. Stitchers of all skill levels are invited to a friendly Knit & Crochet meetup on the fourth Saturday of the month, 10 AM - 12 PM, at F. H. Cossitt Library, North Granby.

This event is in the "General Interest" group

Mystery Tie Dye Session II

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
General Interest

All ages are invited to enjoy a “mystery” tie dye experience on the lawn at Granby Public Library. Discover new color combinations and enjoy the thrill of surprise when you make unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable art.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

All ages are invited to enjoy a “mystery” tie dye experience on the lawn at Granby Public Library. Discover new color combinations and enjoy the thrill of surprise when you make unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable art.

This event is in the "General Interest" group

Mystery Tie Dye Session III

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
General Interest

All ages are invited to enjoy a “mystery” tie dye experience on the lawn at Granby Public Library. Discover new color combinations and enjoy the thrill of surprise when you make unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable art.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Age Group: General Interest
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

All ages are invited to enjoy a “mystery” tie dye experience on the lawn at Granby Public Library. Discover new color combinations and enjoy the thrill of surprise when you make unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable art.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Honey Heist: The Great Bear Caper

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch
Age Group:
Teens

Get ready for a wild ride in this hilarious, action-packed role-playing game where you and your friends play as a group of bears planning the ultimate heist: stealing the honey!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a wild ride in this hilarious, action-packed role-playing game where you and your friends play as a group of bears planning the ultimate heist: stealing the honey!

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Snow Sisters

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Babies/Toddlers, Children

Join us for a snow-tastic morning featuring a story, singing, games and fun with the Snow Sisters; Elsa and Anna! Meet & greets to follow the performance, so bring your cameras!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a snow-tastic morning featuring a story, singing, games and fun with the Snow Sisters; Elsa and Anna! Meet & greets to follow the performance, so bring your cameras!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Laser Cutting Demo and Training

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cu...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Registration Required

Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cut, engrave, and score a variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, and more.

  • Attendees will learn how to design a file for successful engraving/cutting using Google SlidesPhotopea, or the Glowforge’s native design environment and how to safely and sustainably operate the Glowforge Pro laser engraver.
  • For more information on how you can be successful operating the Glowforge and for a list of approved materials 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.

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Age Requirements

  • All 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:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.