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Unearthing the Forgotten History of Fire and Flowers

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Reading Room at Main Library Branch

Open

Library Branch: Main Library Branch

Room: Reading Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us to understand the deep, crucial connection between fire and a native wildflower meadow.

Mixing Masters: Personal Pizzas

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch

Open

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!

Crafters Cafe: Basket Making

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Reading Room at Main Library Branch

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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.

Animal Explorers: Dolphins

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Children's Program Room at Main Library Branch

Open

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.

Watercolor design of birdhouse with blue flowers

Watercolor Basics

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch

Waitlist

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.

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

Waitlist

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!

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

Waitlist

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!

Celebrity Reads Book Club

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Reading Room at Main Library Branch

Open

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.

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

Open

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.

Movie Matinee: Song Sung Blue

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch

Open

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.

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Time	Mon (4/13)	Tue (4/14)	Wed (4/15)	Thu (4/16)	Sat (4/18)
All Day					Closing Cossitt Closed All Day Branches: Cossitt Library Branch
10 am			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Watercolor Basics 10:30am–12:00pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open 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.
11 am			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Keepsake Boxes 11:00am–12:00pm Children, Teens Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Children ages 9-13 are invited to create a Keepsake Box! Choose to decoupage with colorful papers, patterns, and images, or grab markers and paint to draw your own designs.	This event is in the "Children" group LEGO® Time! 11:00am–12:00pm Children Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy a creative LEGO® building session during April vacation! Children ages 4–11 are invited to use the library’s LEGO® collection to design and build whatever they imagine—no instructions, just creativity and fun.
12 pm
1 pm	This event is in the "General Interest" group Welcome Wags With Emmie 1:00pm–2:00pm General Interest Open Registration Required This event is in the "General Interest" group 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 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Read to a Dog: Islay 1:00pm–2:00pm Children Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders 1:30pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Digitizing Demo and Training 1:30pm–2:30pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch Room: Digitizing Station Training Age Group: Teens, 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. ----------------- 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: 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Barnyard Bankers 2:00pm–2:45pm Children Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group 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 Crochet: Hooked on Yarn 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Bring your yarn, hooks, and creativity for a relaxed crochet meet-up during April vacation! Children can work on their current projects while chatting, sharing ideas, and connecting with other young crafters.
3 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Recycled Rockets 3:00pm–3:30pm Children Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Branch Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Design and build your own rocket using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on program. Let your imagination take flight as you turn everyday items into something out of this world. For children ages 5-10 years. Registration is required.
4 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Design to Shine: Etched Glass Candle Holders 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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!
5 pm	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 5:00pm–6:30pm Children, Teens, Adults, General Interest Open 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 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!
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Paul Revere's Ride: Truths Behind a Tavern Keeper's Tale, An America 250 Program 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.

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