Thanksgiving Holiday Library Hours

The Library will close at 5PM on Wednesday, Nov. 27, and will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29.  Happy Thanksgiving!

Event List

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This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Realistic Drawing Lesson for Grades 3-5: Stuffed Animals

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Do you love to draw? Join a few NCHS art students for a fun-filled, hour-long drawing class on Sunday afternoon! We will draw stuffed animals from physical references. The lesson w...

Waitlist
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Clay Wall Hanging Workshop for Adults

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:15pm - 3:15pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this class, students will explore the creative possibilities of designing and crafting unique wallhangings using air-dry clay. The sessions will explore techniques such as slab ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Clay Wall Hanging Workshop for Adults

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

THIS CLASS IS FULL. THIS IS THE LAST CLASS IN THE SERIES. In this class, students will explore the creative possibilities of designing and crafting unique wallhangings using a...

Closed
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Winter Book Trees

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a winter tree from old books! After participants make their trees, they will decorate them with stars and glitter. All materials are provided.

Waitlist
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Moss Art Workshop for Adults

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This moss art workshop will explore the use of natural materials to create an assemblage landscape painting. Moss Art uses art materials found in nature to create one-of-a-kin...

Waitlist
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut Crafts for Adults: Holiday Cards

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a Holiday card using the Cricut machine. Before we create our cards we will start with an introduction to the Cricut Maker- a machine that can cut and draw on a wide-range o...

Waitlist
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dome Ornament Workshop

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get ready for the holidays with a fun workshop on dome ornaments. Participants will create tiny, artistic winter or holiday scenes encased in a transparent ...

Waitlist
Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Colored Pencil Lesson for Grades 3-5: Holiday Card

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Do you love to draw? Join a few NCHS art students for a fun-filled, hour-long drawing class on Sunday afternoon! In this lesson, students will create a holiday card with colored pe...

Waitlist
Required
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...

Open
Required
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.

Winter Lake: Painting Class for Teens (12-18)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens
Event Details:

Winter doesn't have to be cold and grey; come learn how to paint a vibrant sunset over a snowy lake.  All skill levels are welcome. Please pre-register.

Open
Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Colored Pencil Lesson for Grades 3-5: Winter Scenes

Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Do you love to draw? Join a few NCHS art students for a fun-filled, hour-long drawing class on Sunday afternoon! We will be drawing winter scenes with colored pencils. The lesson w...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Drawing in Perspective Course for Adults

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is pleased to offer a new drawing course this winter. Drawing in Perspective is designed for students with a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals who want to dee...

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 "All Ages/Families" group.

Whole-Family Gallery Exploration and Art Project

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and join Miss Rebecca to explore the My Story Revealed exhibit in the Library's Lightburn Gallery, then work together to create an art project that tells a p...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Drawing in Perspective Course for Adults

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is pleased to offer a new drawing course this winter. Drawing in Perspective is designed for students with a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals who want to dee...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Realistic Drawing Lesson for Grades 3-5: Common Objects

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Do you love to draw? Join a few NCHS art students for a fun-filled, hour-long drawing class on Sunday afternoon! In this lesson, students will draw common objects with both real-li...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Drawing in Perspective Course for Adults

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is pleased to offer a new drawing course this winter. Drawing in Perspective is designed for students with a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals who want to dee...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Drawing in Perspective Course for Adults

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is pleased to offer a new drawing course this winter. Drawing in Perspective is designed for students with a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals who want to dee...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Colored Pencil Lesson for Grades 3-5: Marine Life

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Do you love to draw? Join a few NCHS art students for a fun-filled, hour-long drawing class on Sunday afternoon! Today we will draw different marine animals and plants, such as dol...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Drawing in Perspective Course for Adults

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is pleased to offer a new drawing course this winter. Drawing in Perspective is designed for students with a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals who want to dee...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Drawing in Perspective Course for Adults

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is pleased to offer a new drawing course this winter. Drawing in Perspective is designed for students with a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals who want to dee...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Realistic Drawing Lesson for Grades 3-5: 3-Dimensional Shapes

Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Do you love to draw? Join a few NCHS art students for a fun-filled, hour-long realistic drawing class on Sunday afternoon! In this lesson, students will explore and draw a variety ...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts at the Library: Drawing in Perspective Course for Adults

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is pleased to offer a new drawing course this winter. Drawing in Perspective is designed for students with a basic understanding of drawing fundamentals who want to dee...