Event List

Join Dod the Dog Guy from Stepping Stones Museum for Children for an inspiring book, lessons on approaching a dog you’d like to meet and then actually meet REAL dogs that have a wo...

Are you a writer in grades 3-5? Join Miss Rebecca to write, write, write! This month, we'll explore nature writing out in the Library's Schubert Children's Garden. This is a t...

Join Miss Rebecca for our K-1st Book Club, featuring hands-on games and crafts! This month, we will read I Am a Dragon! A Squabble and a Quibble by Sabina Hahn and D...

Have a special talent? Come show it off at the New Canaan’s Got Talent, Talent Show. All children in grades 1- 8 are welcome to participate in the show! Children can showcase any t...

New Canaan's got talent--and this is your chance to see it! From magic tricks to playing an instrument, children in grades 1 to 8 will show off their special talents in our talent ...

Come experience a preview of the enchanting world of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, a timeless tale that weaves together radiant melodies, captivating choreography, and a st...

Join Cara Zelas, a teacher and author, along with a special guest, real-life therapy dog, Little Dude! Explore the theme of kindness through a book reading, engaging hands-on craft...

  Book Explorers is a book club for 2nd & 3rd graders that meets monthly on Mondays from 4:15pm to 5:00pm. This month Book Explorers are reading Tiger vs. Nightmar...

Each month we will focus on a coding concept and game style as we work to develop our own games in Scratch. After we cover the basics, you will be able to make your game your own t...

Discovery Zone will focus on the concepts of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) for children in 1st and 2nd grade. This month children will be presented with t...

Parents and children ages 5 and up can join us to experience the beauty and energy of Brazilian rhythms and dance with an intimate live performance. Includes participation, instrum...

Get ready for a thrilling and high-energy Bollywood workout dance class! It's your chance to experience an exciting workout set to intense, rhythmic beats while bonding as a family...

Math Buddies* is hosting a math game club for elementary students at the New Canaan Library. All students in grades K-4 are welcome! Students will be grouped by age and/or math ...

Join us for a fun and engaging afternoon with the Chinese Language School of CT!    Participants will learn about the origin of rituals, myths( in A story ...

Famlies can drop in to come make art with Barbara Rucci! We will have 3 different art stations where you can explore your creativity. No registration needed, this is a drop-in...

Are you ready to be a book reviewer? Do you love to cook? Join the Radiant Reviewers for a semester of Tasty Tales! We will meet once a month (3/26, 5/7, and 6/4) to discuss a book...

Are you a budding writer in Grades K to 2? Join Miss Rebecca for a storytelling–and story writing–extravaganza! We’ll play games to get imaginations flowing, then put ideas to pape...

Beginner and intermediate chess players, join Chessin1day.com rated* chess instructors to learn everything you need to know to get started or to sharpen yo...

Join Miss Rebecca for our K-1st Book Club, featuring hands-on games and crafts! This month, we will read The Scariest Kitten in the World by Kate Messner together at the Libra...

Join Dod the Dog Guy from Stepping Stones Museum for Children for an inspiring book, lessons on approaching a dog you’d like to meet and then actually meet REAL dogs that have a wo...

New Canaan Library is inviting you to kick off our summer reading program! Join us for a gryphon egg scavenger hunt around the first floor of the library, enjoy Mythical drinks in ...

Are you a fan of Jeopardy? Ready to put your memory to the test? Kids entering grades 4 to 6, join us once a month for the Quiz Game Book Group! Each month, we'll assign a book for...

Have fun with STEM challenges in Minecraft!  TD3 Innovative Gaming will be our guide as we take on a series of challenges that will demand creative problem-solving and teamwor...

Each month we will focus on a coding concept and game style as we work to develop our own games in Scratch. After we cover the basics, you will be able to make your game your own t...