Event List

New Canaan Library is pleased to offer a new 8 session weekly course this winter in Calligraphy. Calligraphy is the art of fine hand lettering. In this class, you'll learn "chancer...

Discover the timeless craft of mosaic art in our engaging two-session workshop at the library. Mosaic is a 4000-year-old art form that uses bits of decorative glass, tiles, an...

Are you a fan of Jeopardy? Ready to put your memory to the test? Kids in grades 3 to 6, join us once a month for the Quiz Game Book Group! Each month, we'll assign a book for you t...

Under raging storm clouds, the vampire Count Strahd von Zarovich stands silhouetted against the ancient walls of Castle Ravenloft. Rumbling thunder pounds the castle spires. The wi...

In Intermediate Excel classes, we will explore more advanced topics. In this class, we will focus on Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts. Please bring your laptop if you have one. T...

At this month's Cooks & Books let's celebrate the joy of eating and cooking to those close to us.  Cozy warm comfort foods and decadent desserts will be the curated theme ...

Middle schoolers in grades 6-8, join us each month for a book discussion, games, and pizza. You can pick up each month's selection at the Library to read at home before the meeting...

 Join Miss Dajana for a 7-week Twos Storytime series with songs, rhymes, felt-board stories, and special books and activities! This class is for those who are 24-36 months old...

Join us for an introduction to sewing machines.  This class is intended for absolute beginners between the ages of 8 and 12!  Instructor LeeAnn will walk students through...

Join Miss Marie for 3-5’s Storytime with songs, rhymes, felts, and special books and activities! This class is for those who are 3-5 years old with a caregiver. Registration f...

In partnership with the Health Department of New Canaan, we present a suicide prevention QPR class. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone ca...

Discover the timeless craft of mosaic art in our engaging two-session workshop at the library. Mosaic is a 4000-year-old art form that uses bits of decorative glass, tiles, an...

Bring your favorite book to our Favorite Book Club! Share it with the group and let us know why it is special to you. Do you love the story or the illustrations? Did someone specia...

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...

Come and refight the Battle of Verdun, the longest battle of WWI.The game features a huge trench and bunker system, hundreds of hand painted miniature soldiers, tanks, and artiller...

Join our French Language and Conversation Class this Winter. Proper pronunciation is essential for excellent communication. So, whether you want to travel abroad or learn a fun new...

Registration opens on 1/27 at 9am.We have teamed up with the New Canaan YMCA to create a tranquil, foundation-building class designed to introduce new students to yoga, as well as ...

Get your 2024 taxes filed for free at New Canaan Library through SimplifyCT. SimplifyCT uses VITA, a secure, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) certified program that’s been developed ...

Registration opens in 1/27 at 9am.We are pleased to continue our partnership with the New Canaan YMCA to bring you Chair Yoga.With the support of a chair, this gentle Chair Yoga cl...

Join Kurt Gallagher as he plays some favorite kids’ songs for 45 minutes of fun! Best for families with children ages 5 and under! Drop-in for the first 150 families to arrive...

Dragobete is an exciting celebration in Romania that marks the beginning of spring and is all about love and friendship, much like Valentine's day! On this joyful day, people give ...

This group reads books of all genres written by women with an emphasis on diverse, edgy, and emerging authors.This month we are reading Margo's Got Money Troubl...

Join us as our ESL classes continue this Winter with Intermediate English Language Learning Mondays at 6:30 pm.Students will discuss current events, American culture, and fun facts...