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Pinterest is SSSOOOOO fun!…until you actually try to make the thing and it looks like an abomination. Think you can nail it?! Join us for Nailed It! Library edition, where ‘contestants’ will compete to see who can recreate the most aesthetic baked goods!

Free and open to all in grades 5-12. Registration is required.

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Be a super reader with Theo!  Children aged 5 & up who are reading independently can sign up for a 15-minute reading slot by calling the library at (203) 453-8282 or stopping by the children’s department.  Theo visits the library on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00pm. Click title for more information.

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Children aged 5 & up who are reading independently can sign up for a 15-minute reading slot by calling the library at (203) 453-8282 or stopping by the children’s department.  […]

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Listen to stories and dance to songs, led by children’s library staff.  Geared towards ages 3 & up, but all children who can safely and actively participate are welcome.  Children […]

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Crochet Club for Adults. Every Wednesday at 4:00 pm in the Historical Room. All are welcome! Beginners, experts & everyone in between!

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Discover the benefits of Tai Chi through guided movement and insightful presentation. In this program, participants will explore how Tai Chi supports physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, while fostering a deeper connection with others. The session is led by Dennis McCann, a Tai Chi instructor at the Middlesex Health Center for Integrative Medicine and a per diem chaplain at Middlesex Health.

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Get ready for the school year with this fun, interactive pre-algebra course! Join high school students Sophie and David as they review key topics like integers, fractions, equations, ratios, and basic geometry, building a strong math foundation through simple explanations and practice problems. Perfect for middle school students who want to feel confident and prepared before math class starts. No pressure, no grades—just a friendly space to learn and ask questions!

Free and open to all in grades 5-8. Registration is required.

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For over 30 years Mark Schenker has led in-person and more recently online sessions on literature, film, and culture throughout Connecticut: in libraries and museums, senior living residences and cultural centers, and private homes. Educational and entertaining, his discussions convey information about a particular author and work in some depth while also providing perspectives on the broader context of history and culture.

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The days are getting shorter and the leaves are getting crunchier! Fall is here! Create some fall-themed crafts to capture the autumn vibes. 

We’ll be making leaf print keychains, book page pumpkins, apple stamp pencil bags, and mason jar leaf lanterns!

Free and open to all in grades 5-12. Registration is required.

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A casual, simple storytime featuring new and classic stories read by volunteer Aaron Tessler in a quiet corner of the children’s room.  One Friday a month at 10:30am.  All ages.  Drop-ins welcome (no need to register).

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Win the trophy in a Mario Kart competition against the Acton Public Library and Scranton Library! Finalists will get to try out the brand new Nintendo Switch 2!

Please note, this program will be taking place at the Scranton Memorial Library in Madison: 801 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT 06443.

Free and open to all in grades 5-12. Registration is required to PLAY, but is not required to WATCH.

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Starting October 1st through October 31st, patrons of all ages are welcome to submit an original spooky story for our 1st annual CT library wide writing contest!

The children’s, teens and adult department will review all submissions within their age category and award a winner. The winner will earn a prize and their story will be published in the First Spooky CT Volume!

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Come learn and practice easy and gentle Tai Chi and Qigong movements as well as breathing exercises to help enhance your balance and posture while cultivating a sense of inner calm and well-being.  Leave feeling centered and refreshed!  Our practice will include standing movements as well as a final guided relaxation while seated on chairs. No previous tai chi or qigong experience is required.

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This program is for infants, birth through 11 months, and parent/caregiver.  Discuss developmental topics while your babies play together, hear a story, and meet other families, followed by playtime.  Free […]

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Discover Italian with a course designed for beginners! This 5 week series combines essential grammar, practical language skills, and a taste of Italian culture. Through a mix of listening, reading, and writing activities, students will gain confidence in speaking Italian. With personalized handouts, interactive presentations, and a variety of resources—including videos, music, and games—learning is both effective and fun.

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Join us for a fun and informal conversation about new books at the Library, taking place the first Tuesday of every month from 11am to noon. Librarians will give you the inside scoop about which books are flying off the shelves as well as hot new titles scheduled for release. Group members can share what they are reading and get tips on what to read next.

This program will be held in a hybrid format; in person at the Library, and virtually on Zoom. Please register if you would like to attend the program virtually and a Zoom link will be emailed to you.

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Every fall, high school students set out on the journey to find their ideal college. They explore countless options, near and far, yet the process often leaves families overwhelmed, uncertain, and drained.

What if there’s a better way than simply following the crowd in the college search? Consider a different path—join Bernard Shea, Outreach and Recruitment Specialist for CT State Community College/Gateway CC, and discover how community college could simplify and ease your student’s college search.

Free and open to all high school students and their families.

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Join our new teen book club and earn community service hours! Read galleys (digital copies of books that haven’t been published yet) write reviews for the School Library Journal’s Teen Toolbox website, and earn community service hours!

Free and open to all in grades 7-12. Registration is required.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.

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Songs, stories, felt boards, and fun with volunteer storytime reader Mimi!  You’ll love her songs on flute and guitar, her hand-embroidered felt board stories, and her energetic picture book readings.  Open to all ages.  No need to register.  Held once a month on Thursdays at 11 a.m.

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A casual, simple storytime featuring new and classic stories read by volunteer Hesch Sommer in a quiet corner of the children’s room.  One Monday a month at 10:30am.  All ages.  […]

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A parent-child introduction to a traditional story time with books, songs, marching, and more, led by library staff for two-year-olds & parents/caregivers.  Registration required.  Space limited.  Tuesdays, October 21st to […]

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for an in-person three-part series designed specifically for women, focused on securing your financial future and navigating your personal financial journey. This engaging discussion group offers a supportive space to learn, ask questions, and connect with other women.