Library Events

Mondays and Fridays, July 1 - August 23 at 10 am

Join Miss Nessa for a little learners storytime with songs, rhymes, and a story. For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome! Held outside when weather permits; inclement weather cancels. No registration required.

 

We all need renewal sometimes. Life is stressful! Tweens and teens are invited to join us for relaxation and pampering, complete with relaxing music, soothing scents, and do-it-yourself spa treatments. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Please register, and inform us of any allergies when registering.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.

Tuesdays in July at 4 pm

Turn trash into treasure by using recyclable materials to make beautiful art. Bring your imagination! Recommended for ages 4 and up. Held in the storytime room. Please register.

Wednesdays in July at 4 pm

Join us to find out! Using special cardboard constructing tools, we’ll fold, cut, connect, and build to make amazing creations. What will you create? Recommended for ages 6 and up. Please register.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.

Thursdays at 12 pm - 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1

Join Miss Nancy on the side lawn for stories, a craft and outdoor play! Bring your lunch and a blanket. No registration required.

Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 4 pm

Give recyclable materials new life as you use them to create useful items. Each week will have a new theme, with ideas and challenges to inspire your creations. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Please register.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.

Mondays and Fridays, July 1 - August 23 at 10 am

Join Miss Nessa for a little learners storytime with songs, rhymes, and a story. For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome! Held outside when weather permits; inclement weather cancels. No registration required.

 

Fridays, August 2, 9, 16, and 23 at 4 pm

Turn on your imagination, and get ready to play! We’ll be turning sticks into wands, boxes into cars, and so much more. Kids will have the opportunity to share ideas on what simple props should become. Recommended for ages 3-7. Held in the storytime room. Please register.

Mondays and Fridays, July 1 - August 23 at 10 am

Join Miss Nessa for a little learners storytime with songs, rhymes, and a story. For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome! Held outside when weather permits; inclement weather cancels. No registration required.

 

Mondays, August 5, 12, and 19 at 4 pm

How many things can you create with LEGO bricks? Think outside the box with small-scale LEGO challenges that encourage creativity and imagination. Participants will start with the same pieces and the same challenges - but the results will all be different! What will you create? Recommended for ages 5 and up. Please register.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.

Tuesdays, August 6, 13, and 20 at 4 pm

When the plants, trees, and birds are done with them, it’s time to give their leaves, sticks, feathers, and more new life! Use a variety of natural materials to create amazing artwork. What will you create? Recommended for ages 4 and up. Held in the storytime room. Please register.

Are you (or is someone you know) looking for a new job, trying to restart or jumpstart your career, or in need of specific job skills training? We will be partnering with the American Job Center over the next few months to offer drop-in (no appointments needed) assistance with resumes, job search assessment, career coaching, computer literacy, mock interviews, and on the job training programs. If this is something that interests you, stop into the library on the first Tuesday of the month beginning on May 7 from 5-7 pm. The American Job Center is a one-stop career center that offers free help to job seekers for a variety of career and employment related needs. Preregistration is not required.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.
 

Wednesdays, August 7,14, and 21 at 4 pm

One shape, millions of possibilities! What can you make with Keva planks? Join us for building challenges and creative exploration using simple wooden pieces. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Please register.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.

Our Morning Book Club meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11 a.m. We read a variety of genres and have lively discussions. Copies of each month's books are available at the circulation desk. Our upcoming books are:
 

July 11: All Systems Red by Martha Wells
August 8: The Verifiers by Jane Pek
September 12: Trust by Hernan Diaz

No registration needed.

Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 4 pm

Give recyclable materials new life as you use them to create useful items. Each week will have a new theme, with ideas and challenges to inspire your creations. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Please register.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.

Grammy-nominated musician Judy Pancoast is back with a fun, lively concert, perfect for kids of all ages! Held in the pavilion at Blish Park. No registration required.

Mondays and Fridays, July 1 - August 23 at 10 am

Join Miss Nessa for a little learners storytime with songs, rhymes, and a story. For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome! Held outside when weather permits; inclement weather cancels. No registration required.

 

Fridays, August 2, 9, 16, and 23 at 4 pm

Turn on your imagination, and get ready to play! We’ll be turning sticks into wands, boxes into cars, and so much more. Kids will have the opportunity to share ideas on what simple props should become. Recommended for ages 3-7. Held in the storytime room. Please register.

Mondays and Fridays, July 1 - August 23 at 10 am

Join Miss Nessa for a little learners storytime with songs, rhymes, and a story. For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome! Held outside when weather permits; inclement weather cancels. No registration required.

 

Mondays, August 5, 12, and 19 at 4 pm

How many things can you create with LEGO bricks? Think outside the box with small-scale LEGO challenges that encourage creativity and imagination. Participants will start with the same pieces and the same challenges - but the results will all be different! What will you create? Recommended for ages 5 and up. Please register.

*Held in the upstairs meeting room. If full accessibility is needed by a person or persons to attend a library-sponsored program, a request for Relocation of Event should be made as early as possible, preferably at least two weeks prior to the program. This notice should be made to the Library Director requesting relocation so that alternate space can be found. Notice can be given either by 1. Telephone – call Library Director Aubrey Muscaro at 860-295-6210 or 2. Email – email the Library Director at amuscaro@richmondlibrary.info.