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Chess Fest: Casual Play

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
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Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. Join 32 Pieces Chess Club for some casual ...

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Chess Fest: NC Classic Tournament (USCF-Rated Quads)

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:45am - 2:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. USCF-rated chess players are invited to join this to...

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Chess Fest: Beginner & Intermediate Chess Instruction

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. Beginner and intermediate chess players, join 32 Pie...

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Chess Fest: Simultaneous Exhibition

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. Join 32 Pieces Chess Club to test your che...

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Chess Fest: Beginner & Intermediate Chess Instruction

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. Beginner and intermediate chess players, join 32 Pie...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
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Chess Fest: Blindfolded Chess Demo

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 2:45pm - 3:15pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. Join 32 Pieces Chess Club to watch an expe...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Chess Fest: Chess-Piece Stacking Contest!

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 3:15pm - 3:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. Join 32 Pieces Chess Club and compete to s...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Chess Fest: Beginner Chess Instruction

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. Beginner chess players, join 32 Pieces Chess Club&nb...

Open
Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Chess Fest: Rush Hour Blitz Tournament (Unrated and Rated Players Welcome)

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chess Fest is a celebration where players of all ages and skill levels come together to watch, learn, play, and enjoy chess. All chess players (unrated and rated) are invit...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Movie Screening: Coco

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Join us for a screening of Coco (2017) a Disney/Pixar film about Day of the Dead full of color, music, and skeletons! Coco is rated PG but is best suited for children age...

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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Knit & Crochet Meet Up

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Join us in front of the fireplace on the Mezzanine for a monthly meetup for experienced and beginner knitters and crocheters. The meetup is a cozy environment for continuing a...

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This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

CT Stage Co. Presents: "Hair"

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Event Details:

You're invited to a special after-hours performance. Connecticut Stage Company presents the groundbreaking American tribal love-rock musical Hair. Hair celebrates th...

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

CT Stage Co. Presents: "Hair"

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages/Families
Event Details:

You're invited to a special musical performance. Connecticut Stage Company presents the groundbreaking American tribal love-rock musical Hair. Hair celebrates the 19...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Alice in a Winter Wonderland: A Magical Visit with Author/Illustrator Jan Brett

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Authors & Lectures
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Join legendary picturebook author/illustrator Jan Brett as she launches her book signing tour for her new picturebook, Alice in a Winter Wonderland! This event is ho...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Meet the NCPS Special Education Team: A Panel Discussion

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

In this panel discussion, parents and caregivers will meet the New Canaan Public Schools (NCPS) Special Education Administrators and will learn about the programs and initiatives t...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
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Open-ended Art Exploration with Barbara Rucci

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

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...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Family Christmas Cookie Decorating with Lisa Nelms

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kend Kitchen + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Get ready for a sweet and festive experience at our Family Holiday Cookie Decorating Class! Join us for a delightful time filled with holiday music, cookie baking demos, and fun fo...

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This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
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Celebrate and Learn about Chanukah

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, is December 25 to January 2 this year. Join members of our community to celebrate and learn about Chanukah with hands-on games and crafts, ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

The Nutcracker: Hear the Story, See a Performance, Learn a Dance

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

The New England Academy of Dance (NEAD) brings the magic of The Nutcracker ballet to New Canaan Library showcasing dancers from the company as well as esteemed professionals from N...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
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Bollywood Beats: Family Dance Celebration

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

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...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Open-ended Art Exploration with Barbara Rucci

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

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...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Open-ended Art Exploration with Barbara Rucci

Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

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...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Open-ended Art Exploration with Barbara Rucci

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

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...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Open-ended Art Exploration with Barbara Rucci

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

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...