Week Calendar

A fun-filled half hour for child and caregiver featuring books, fingerplays and lots of music. 

Registration required; register once for the whole session. 

This program offers a fun way to learn simple scientific concepts and conduct experiments. Activity bags with instructions for each program will be available for pick up at the Main Library children’s desk.

For this Maker Activity will we will make a trivet from wine corks. Simply, practical, and green!

 Each week we will share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required; registering for one class registers you for the session.  

Drop-in program.

This high-energy music and movement class will have us dancing and laughing!  We'll start with a story and then move to the music.

 Have fun getting to know the ABCs! This early literacy program focuses on the alphabet by introducing children to a different letter of the alphabet each week through stories, music, and a craft.

For two-year-olds and their caregivers. Registration required; register once for the 6-week session. 

Let’s move and groove together in the Library! We will read a fun book and do some dancing. We will meet in the Gallery upstairs at the Barney. This is a drop in program.

Ages 2.5 - 3 and their caregivers. Registration required; register once for the 8-week session. 

For three-year-olds and their caregivers. Registration Required; registering for one class registers you for the session. 

Come join our family Saturday storytime for stories, songs, rhymes, and a simple activity. 

Monthly Makers is a low stakes arts and crafts program for Adults.  You don’t need to be crafty to enjoy this program, it’s about the process NOT the product.  Each month we will try different crafts, mediums, and s

For two-year-olds and their caregivers. Registration required; register once for the 6-week session. 

Let’s create a cardboard city...or whatever else you wish to create!  We’ll supply tons of cardboard boxes and duct tape, you drop by and build!!!

Stop by the Barney Library on the second Wednesday of the month at 2:30 PM for an afternoon movie. These movies are free and open to the public. Whenever available, movies are shown with Closed Captions.

Join us for an action-packed conversation with New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Ones Series in a discussion about her second installment in the series, The Merciless Ones. 

Rebel Without a Cause (1955)

A rebellious young man with a troubled past comes to a new town, finding friends and enemies. Starring James Dean, Natalie Wood, and Sal Mineo. 1hr 51m

Do you want to learn how to use a 3D printer? Do you know how, but want to start using our printers? This program will certify you to use the library's 3D printers! Must be 16 and Up! SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Stop by the library to learn a new board game or pick up some new favorites! Enjoy some snacks and game on!

Open to those in Grades 7-12.

Register to Save Your Seat!

Speak to your child in the language you know best!  Connect with other families who speak Spanish as you read, play, and socialize.

Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

For children in grades 1-4. Registration Required. 

For children ages 7-12 who have gone through "Learn to Knit" with Miss Paula.  No registration required. 

Learn to Knit.  This beginner program is best suited for kids ages 7-12.  We will provide needles and yarn to begin.  Let's knit a project together!

This Virtual Author Launch event is through the Connecticut State Library. Join this extra-special virtual launch with the authors of the 2023 All CT Reads primary selections.

Join us for an hour of knitting! Whether you are a seasoned knitter or are picking up needles for the first time, you'll find a supportive group focused on the love of craft and the creative process.

Speak to your child in the language you know best! Join Miss Eva for Storytime in Polish. Enjoy stories and activities and browse our Polish-language collections.  In-Person. Registration Required.

The 1619 Project Book Club is a a five week hybrid event that includes virtual visits plus an in person finale dinner session. We will examine The New York Times number 1 bestseller The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story.

"WHAT'S IT WORTH?" ANTIQUES ROAD SHOW: Author, Auctioneer, Appraiser and Radio show Host Mike Ivankovich will introduce you to “What Determines Value"…and reveal what your Antiques, Collectibles, and Personal Tre