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Featured Events

Poetry Now 2026

Poetry Now! A Guided Reading and Discussion Group (NWL)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
NWL Board Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Gather to read and discuss poems from contemporary writers that speak to our lives today. Participants will gain new approaches to reading poetry of all kinds! This class will be t...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Music, Arts, & Culture
Registration Required
Description:

Gather to read and discuss poems from contemporary writers that speak to our lives today. Participants will gain new approaches to reading poetry of all kinds!

Movie Poster for Disney's Zootopia 2

Friday Afternoon Movie: Zootopia 2 (NWL)

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

All ages: Join us for an afternoon showing of Zootopia 2. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Family
Program Type: Film Screenings
Description:

All ages: Join us for an afternoon showing of Zootopia 2. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. 

No registration required.

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Teen Crafternoons: Stamps (FX)

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
FX Teen Area at Faxon Branch

Description:

Grades 6-12: This month we will be designing and carving our own custom stamps! Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program a...

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Teen Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 6-12: This month we will be designing and carving our own custom stamps! 

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Tween Tuesdays: Mini Succulent Gardens (NWL)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for crafts, baking, technology and more. April 21 – Mini Succulent GardensThis program is for the chi...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for crafts, baking, technology and more. 

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Summer & Fall College Applications Planning (NWL)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 10-11 & parents: Alright rising seniors, you have a lot coming up in the next year as you navigate your college essays and applications, in addition to your regular scho...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 10-11 & parents: Alright rising seniors, you have a lot coming up in the next year as you navigate your college essays and applications, in addition to your regular sch

Illustration of ballerina in pink tutu

Meet a Ballerina (NWL)

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Ages 2-6: A ballerina from the New England Ballet Theatre will join us for a short performance and movement class! This program is for the child and their caregiver.Registration re...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 2-6: A ballerina from the New England Ballet Theatre will join us for a short performance and movement class! This program is for the child and their caregiver.

illustration of children standing on open book with word bubbles saying Hi/Hello in different languages

Multilingual Storytime with Conard Translation Club (NWL)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Ages 4-6: Students from Conard High School's Translation Club will read 2 popular children's books in English and their home languages. Hear stories in Chinese, Japa...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 4-6: Students from Conard High School's Translation Club will read 2 popular children's books in English and their home languages.

Narcan

Narcan Training: First Aid for Opioid Overdoses (FX)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch

Description:

Ages 18 & up: Learn how to identify the signs of an overdose, how to administer Narcan (Naloxone), best practices for using prescription opioids safely, and gain an understandi...

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 18 & up: Learn how to identify the signs of an overdose, how to administer Narcan (Naloxone), best practices for using prescription opioids safely, and gain an understanding of the Good Samaritan Law.

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Gardening Workshop Series: Home Composting (NWL)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Over 25% of products sent to landfills today are organic wastes, so home composting is one of the most important ways we as individuals can have a positive impact on the environmen...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Registration Required
Description:

Over 25% of products sent to landfills today are organic wastes, so home composting is one of the most important ways we as individuals can have a positive impact on the environment.

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Meet a Ballerina (FX)

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch

Description:

Ages 3-5: Let’s learn about ballet and dance with a ballerina from the Hartt Dance Division of the University of Hartford! This program is for the child and their caregiver.Registr...

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 3-5: Let’s learn about ballet and dance with a ballerina from the Hartt Dance Division of the University of Hartford! This program is for the child and their caregiver.

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Faxon Fun Registration (FX)

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Register your child for Faxon Fun 2026! Registration is in-person only. Space is limited.

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Register your child for Faxon Fun 2026! Registration is in-person only. Space is limited.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Escape into a Story (FX)

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, Children, Family

All ages: Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026! This year's theme is Escape into a Story, and we will have activities for readers and learners of any age.

Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Family
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Description:

All ages: Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026! This year's theme is Escape into a Story, and we will have activities for readers and learners of any age.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Summer Reading Kickoff: Escape into a Story (BC)

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, Children, Family

All ages: Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026! This year's theme is Escape into a Story, and we will have activities for readers and learners of any age.

Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Family
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Description:

All ages: Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026! This year's theme is Escape into a Story, and we will have activities for readers and learners of any age.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Summer Reading Kickoff: Escape into a Story (NWL)

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Noah Webster Library at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, Children, Family

All ages: Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026! This year's theme is Escape into a Story, and we will have activities for readers and learners of any age.

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: Noah Webster Library
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Family
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Description:

All ages: Help us kick off Summer Reading 2026! This year's theme is Escape into a Story, and we will have activities for readers and learners of any age.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Fire and Ice with The Children’s Museum (NWL)

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tween

Grades 1-6: Join us for a hot and cold learning experience! First, fan the flames of learning with fiery demonstrations focused on heat and the fire triangle.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 1-6: Join us for a hot and cold learning experience! First, fan the flames of learning with fiery demonstrations focused on heat and the fire triangle.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

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Bishops Corner Ice Cream Social (BC)

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, Children, Family

All ages: Join us to kick off summer with our annual ice cream social! Staff will be serving up delicious ice cream, sherbet, or sorbet with a variety of toppings. Drop in for this special treat!

Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Family
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Summer Reading
Description:

All ages: Join us to kick off summer with our annual ice cream social! Staff will be serving up delicious ice cream, sherbet, or sorbet with a variety of toppings. Drop in for this special treat!

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

K-Pop Demon Hunters Trivia (NWL)

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tween

Grades 2-6: Test your knowledge on all things K-Pop Demon Hunters! It’s gonna be, gonna be golden. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 2-6: Test your knowledge on all things K-Pop Demon Hunters! It’s gonna be, gonna be golden. 

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Let’s Celebrate America 250! (BC)

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
BC Story Room at Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Grades 2-5: Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a firework craft, some trivia, and even a mini experiment!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 2-5: Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a firework craft, some trivia, and even a mini experiment!

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Faxon Fun (FX)

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Art Afternoons: Fire-Breathing Dragons (BC)

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
BC Story Room at Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Grades 1-3: Let’s make dragons come alive! Together we will create and decorate “fire” breathing dragons.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 1-3: Let’s make dragons come alive! Together we will create and decorate “fire” breathing dragons.

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Faxon Fun (FX)

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Lego Engineers: Unicorns (NWL)

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Grades 4-7: Join us for afternoon of building. Lego Engineers will build a Lego Unicorn to take home and keep.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 4-7: Join us for afternoon of building. Lego Engineers will build a Lego Unicorn to take home and keep.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Faxon Fun (FX)

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

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Book It! for the Library: Children's Fun Run (Off-site)

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 9:15am - 11:00am
Off-site
Program Type:
Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween

Ages 2-12: Lace up your shoes and join us for our annual children’s fun run! All registered runners will receive a special gift! Races will include:

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 2-12: Lace up your shoes and join us for our annual children’s fun run! All registered runners will receive a special gift! Races will include:

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Faxon Fun (FX)

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Family Camp-in at the Library (NWL)

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
NWL Magazine Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading, All Abilities
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, Children, Family

All ages: Join us for a cozy camp-in as we transform the Magazine Room into an indoor “campground” (no bug spray required).

Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Magazine Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading, All Abilities
Registration Required
Description:

All ages: Join us for a cozy camp-in as we transform the Magazine Room into an indoor “campground” (no bug spray required).

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Faxon Fun (FX)

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Galaxy Cupcakes (NWL)

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Grades 3-6: Join us for an afternoon of baking. It’s going to be out of this world!

This program is for the child alone. Caregivers must remain in the library while their child is attending the program.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 3-6: Join us for an afternoon of baking. It’s going to be out of this world!

This program is for the child alone. Caregivers must remain in the library while their child is attending the program.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. 

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Family Board Game Night (BC)

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
BC Children's Department at Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adult, Teen, Children, Family

All ages: Bring your whole family for a night of games and friendly competition. Drop in at any time during the program and enjoy one of our many game options. 

Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Children's Department
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Family
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Summer Reading
Description:

All ages: Bring your whole family for a night of games and friendly competition. Drop in at any time during the program and enjoy one of our many game options. 

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Faxon Fun (FX)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Tie-Dye and Yard Games: Summer Reading Check-In (FX)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
FX Outdoors at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-5: Bring a white t-shirt or other item to tie-dye. Don’t forget to bring your reading log for your mid-summer check-in and to get a prize. A cool treat will be served.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Outdoors
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades K-5: Bring a white t-shirt or other item to tie-dye. Don’t forget to bring your reading log for your mid-summer check-in and to get a prize. A cool treat will be served.

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Faxon Fun (FX)

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Faxon Fun (FX)

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! 

Art Afternoons: Dragon Wings (BC)

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
BC Story Room at Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children

Grades 3-5: Create your own wearable dragon wings!

This program is for the child alone. Caregivers must remain in the library while their child is attending the program.

Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 3-5: Create your own wearable dragon wings!

This program is for the child alone. Caregivers must remain in the library while their child is attending the program.

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.