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Bowties and Books

Bowties and Books

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!This program is recommended for ages 6 month...

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Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Music, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!

This program is recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years with a parent or caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Parents Required

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Book Club, "The Wager"

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community, Hobbies, Literature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Book Club takes place at the Atwater Memorial Library on the 3rd Thursday of every month at noon! If you would like to become a member, register for this event, and you will be add...

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Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community, Hobbies, Literature
Required
Event Details:

Book Club takes place at the Atwater Memorial Library on the 3rd Thursday of every month at noon! If you would like to become a member, register for this event, and you will be added to the member's list for all future titles and meetings.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

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Get Your Grove On! Mastering Front Yard Fruit Trees, Grapevines & Berries

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Community, Educational, Hobbies, Nature, Speakers
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Tri gable Lea Farm's expert instructor, Mark, for an immersive and educational experience in creating a bountiful front yard orchard.Mark will guide you through the process of...

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Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community, Educational, Hobbies, Nature, Speakers
Required
Event Details:

Join Tri gable Lea Farm's expert instructor, Mark, for an immersive and educational experience in creating a bountiful front yard orchard.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Smith Library

Quilts

Quilter's Club

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club! A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting!  Newc...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club!

A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting! 

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Tots and Tunes logo

Tots and Tunes

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Educational, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.Siblings are welcome!This is a drop in program, ...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Educational, Music, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.

Siblings are welcome!

This is a drop in program, registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Smith Library

Parents Required

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Essential Oil Air Fresheners

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Create your own air freshener jars using baking soda mixed with essential oils.We will provide all supplies and recipes for creating different scents, or you can create your own!Th...

Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Event Details:

Create your own air freshener jars using baking soda mixed with essential oils.

We will provide all supplies and recipes for creating different scents, or you can create your own!

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Dance Mode

Saturday Dance Mode

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Music
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!This program is recommended for ages 18 months an...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Music
Required
Event Details:

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!

This program is recommended for ages 18 months and up.

Siblings are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Parents Required

Dance Mode

Dance Mode

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Music
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!This program is recommended for ages 18 months an...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Music
Required
Event Details:

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!

This program is recommended for ages 18 months and up.

Siblings are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Parents Required

Little Makers

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Maker Space, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Children 3-5
Event Details:

Come to the library for 30 minutes of making! Each Little Maker's session will have a simple craft activity that we do together. In March we will be decorating Peat Pots and planti...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Children 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Maker Space, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Come to the library for 30 minutes of making! Each Little Maker's session will have a simple craft activity that we do together. In March we will be decorating Peat Pots and planting seeds.

Recommended ages 2-6

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Smith Library

Parents Required

Mah jongg

Monday Night Mah Jongg

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to Join? Monday Night Mah Jongg is for those looking to play the game with, or a group of players looking to join! Some previous knowledge or experience is required, but...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Required
Event Details:

Want to Join?

Monday Night Mah Jongg is for those looking to play the game with, or a group of players looking to join!

Disclaimer(s)

For those playing the American version of the game, you will need a current Mah Jongg card.

Only available at Smith Library

Little Makers

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Maker Space, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Children 3-5
Event Details:

Come to the library for 30 minutes of making! Each Little Maker's session will have a simple craft activity that we do together. In March we will be decorating Peat Pots and planti...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Children 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Maker Space, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Come to the library for 30 minutes of making! Each Little Maker's session will have a simple craft activity that we do together. In March we will be decorating Peat Pots and planting seeds.

Recommended ages 2-6

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Smith Library

Parents Required

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Put on your PJs, grab your favorite stuffed animal, and come to the library for a nighttime storytime!We will sing songs, make a craft, and read a bedtime story.Then, we'll tuck ou...

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Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Put on your PJs, grab your favorite stuffed animal, and come to the library for a nighttime storytime!

We will sing songs, make a craft, and read a bedtime story.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Knitting

Needle Arts

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy the friendly camaraderie of your fellow artisans and join us on Wednesday mornings! Beginners are welcome. Knit, crochet, embroider, quilt -- all kinds of needle craft. No...

Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Hobbies
Event Details:

Enjoy the friendly camaraderie of your fellow artisans and join us on Wednesday mornings! Beginners are welcome. Knit, crochet, embroider, quilt -- all kinds of needle craft.

No registration necessary.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Dance Mode

Afternoon Dance Mode

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Music
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!This program is recommended for ages 18 months an...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Music
Required
Event Details:

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!

This program is recommended for ages 18 months and up.

Siblings are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Parents Required

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Garden Rock Painting

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Nature
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Tired of wondering where you planted something in your garden?Come paint garden rocks with us!Each participant will be able to decorate two garden rocks to take home.All supplies w...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, Nature
Required
Event Details:

Tired of wondering where you planted something in your garden?

Come paint garden rocks with us!

Each participant will be able to decorate two garden rocks to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Smith Library

Mike Allen

Amazing Tales with Mike Allen: Connecticut's Forgotten Relationship with the High Seas

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community, Educational, Hobbies, Online/Virtual, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Zoom LinkConnecticut's Forgotten Relationship with the High SeasThe third and final of our Virtual 3-Part Amazing Connecticut Tales Series with Mike Allen!Whether its the 200-year ...

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Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Educational, Hobbies, Online/Virtual, Speakers
Required
Event Details:

Zoom Link

Connecticut's Forgotten Relationship with the High Seas

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Bowties and Books

Bowties and Books

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!This program is recommended for ages 6 month...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Music, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!

This program is recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years with a parent or caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Parents Required

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Read Between the Vines Book Club

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community, General Programs, Hobbies, Literature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us once a month at Rose Vineyards for our Read Between the Vines Book Club! Pick up a copy of the book at Smith or Atwater Library, or access the eBook version on Libby/H...

Register Now
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community, General Programs, Hobbies, Literature
Required
Event Details:

Join us once a month at Rose Vineyards for our Read Between the Vines Book Club! 

Quilts

Quilter's Club

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club! A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting!  Newc...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library every Friday from 10AM - 3PM for our Quilting Club!

A casual group whose members all share their creative love of quilting! 

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

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Tots and Tunes

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Educational, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.Siblings are welcome!This is a drop in program, ...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Educational, Music, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.

Siblings are welcome!

This is a drop in program, registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Smith Library

Parents Required

Music Connections

Music Connections

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Atwater Library Community Room at Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community, Hobbies, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for Music Connections, a new monthly program celebrating the rich history of music, iconic artists, and the stories behind the songs that shaped our lives.Each session expl...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Room: Atwater Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Hobbies, Music
Required
Event Details:

Join us for Music Connections, a new monthly program celebrating the rich history of music, iconic artists, and the stories behind the songs that shaped our lives.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Silent Reading Sundays

Silent Reading Sundays

Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Atwater Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome to North Branford Public Libraries' Silent Reading program!This winter, we are inviting you and your book (or one of ours) to enjoy some quiet time reading at the library.S...

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Required
Library Branch: Atwater Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Hobbies
Required
Event Details:

Welcome to North Branford Public Libraries' Silent Reading program!

This winter, we are inviting you and your book (or one of ours) to enjoy some quiet time reading at the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Atwater Library

Mah jongg

Monday Night Mah Jongg

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Want to Join? Monday Night Mah Jongg is for those looking to play the game with, or a group of players looking to join! Some previous knowledge or experience is required, but...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Required
Event Details:

Want to Join?

Monday Night Mah Jongg is for those looking to play the game with, or a group of players looking to join!

Disclaimer(s)

For those playing the American version of the game, you will need a current Mah Jongg card.

Only available at Smith Library

Tots and Tunes

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Smith Library Community Room at Edward Smith Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Educational, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Event Details:

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.Siblings are welcome!This is a drop in program, ...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Edward Smith Library
Room: Smith Library Community Room
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Babies 0-2, Children 3-5
Program Type: Early Literacy, Educational, Music, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.

Siblings are welcome!

This is a drop in program, registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Only available at Smith Library

Parents Required