Calendar of Events

Summer Reading is not just for kids! This year’s theme is “The Natural World” and like summer’s relaxed vibe, we’ll put challenges to the side and read purely for enjoyment. Explore fiction and non-fiction in all genres on a variety of themes relating to nature, the animal kingdom, and how we interact with it all. Sign up to get reading lists, maps and information on exploring nature in New Canaan and the region, and a chance to win in our three prize drawings - July, August, and Labor Day. Let’s celebrate our earth this summer! SIGN UP HERE>> 

Programs for July 3rd - July 15^th

ESL for Beginners

Monday, July 3rd

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Craig B. Tate Conference Room

Learn to speak and write English with basic grammatical sentences and short dialogues about personal information, daily life skills, and classroom directions and tasks. 

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Adult Coloring & Conversation

Monday, July 10th

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anderson MakerLab

Coloring can have therapeutic benefits such as alleviating stress and anxiety. While we color, we can chat with each other about books we are reading, hobbies, movies/tv shows, and anything else on your mind. 

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Visit the Firefly Sanctuary!

Monday, July 10th & Wednesday, July 12th

8:15pm - 9:30pm

33 Sleepy Hollow Road

Be awed by the natural luminescence of fireflies at one of the nation’s first firefly sanctuaries, right here in New Canaan! This family-friendly event is designed to give everyone a chance to see the incredible lightshow that fireflies create after the sun sets. JOIN WAITLIST or schedule a visit through the New Canaan Land Trust.

Tech Tuesdays: Tech Security

Tuesday, July 11th

1:00pm - 2:00pm

McLaughlin Meeting Room

Learn how to identify and protect yourself from common internet scams, phone call security, about the benefits of two-factor authentication, how to create strong passwords, antivirus software, and securing your data and personal information.

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Parents of Children with Special Needs: Summer Social

Wednesday, July 12th

10:00am - 11:00am

Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Parents and caregivers of children with special needs, come together for a summer social. Catch up with friends, share resources, reflect on the summer, and enjoy tea and coffee on us! REGISTER HERE>>

The Wines of Summer: A Tasting with Craftbottlz

Thursday, July 13th

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Kend Family Kitchen

Expand your repertoire at this educational wine tasting event. Justin Miller, wine expert and owner of Craftbottlz, will lead you through a sampling of whites, roses and even reds that can be chilled. Must be 21 or older. JOIN WAITLIST>>

Expert Search Tips and Tricks

Saturday, July 8th

11:00am-12:00pm

McLaughlin Meeting Room

Learn search techniques that will help you access our collection of thousands of books, ebooks, audiobooks, movies and more. We’ll also show you how to use our subscription databases of newspaper articles, product reviews, genealogy resources and medical information. REGISTER HERE>>

Printmaking Workshop:

Drypoint Etching

Tuesday, July 11th

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anderson MakerLab

Explore drypoint etching printmaking techniques using a plexiglass plate. Drypoint is a form of intaglio printmaking in which your image is incised into a surface and the sunken areas hold the ink. Adults only.

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Women and Money Roundtable: How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets (ZOOM)

Wednesday, July 12th

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Join us for an easy-to-follow discussion on how to make sense of today’s financial markets. Covers the latest market news and how that might affect your financial decisions. REGISTER HERE>>

ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS

Gentle Yoga

Mondays, 10am

7/10 is cancelled

Bring your own mat. Registration opens on June 26th for all July sessions. No class on July 10th.

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Open MakerLab

Wednesdays, 4pm-6pm

Drop by and check it out

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Open Tech (No registration Required)

Tuesdays, 2pm-4pm

Come in for one-on-one support MORE>>

Tai Chi (Registration Required)

Fridays, 10am

7/7 is cancelled

All levels are welcome. Registration opens on June 26th for all July sessions.

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SUMMER READING 2023

Summer is here & it is time to get BUGGED about books! We will spend our summer learning about nature through reading, hands-on programs, and activity challenges. Log your minutes read and activities to earn prizes and badges.

 

For preschool through those entering grade 5 in Fall 2023.

Escape the everyday with our Summer READtreat! Spend the summer exploring the world around us with great books, fun programs, and activity challenges. Use Beanstack to log the pages you've read and complete activities to earn prizes!

 

For those entering grades 6 through 12 in the Fall of 2023.

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Programs for Children, Teens and Families

Book Babies ~Walkers (12-24 mos.)

Wednesday, July 5th

9:15am

Community Room

Join Miss Marie for Book Babies (Walkers) Storytime with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 12-24 months old with a caregiver. REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL DATE. 

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Kids Music with Michael-Louis Smith

Thursday, July 6th

10:30am

Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Bring your little ones and join local musician Michael-Louis Smith to enjoy a fun and educational performance. Participants should be ready to sing along to their favorite songs, explore various genres of music and boogie to the beat while they learn about melody, harmony and rhythm! Best for toddlers and preschoolers! Sign up for each individual date. 

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Book Babies ~Pre-Walkers (0-12 mos.)

Wednesday, July 5th

10:45am

Community Room

Join Miss Marie for Book Babies (Pre-Walkers) Storytime with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 0-12 months old with a caregiver. REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL DATE.  

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Drop-in Engineering Lab for Ages 8-14

Friday, July 7th

1pm - 3pm

Anderson MakerLab

Join us in the MakerLab for building challenges! We will bring out the LEGOs and K'NEX sets as well as present you with a series of STEM challenges that will require teamwork, experimentation and a good attitude! For ages 8-14. This is a drop-in event, no registration needed. Join us any time between 1pm and 3pm.

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The Farmer's Grind Cafe

Please note the change in hours for the summer.

Summer Hours: 

Monday - Friday: 10am - 4pm

Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Café will be CLOSED July 29th- August 13^th 

LIBRARY HOURS - Closed July 4th

-Monday- Thursday: 9am - 8pm

-Friday: 9am - 5pm

-Saturday: 10am - 5pm

-Sunday: Closed