Library Events Calendar

Join our Adult Knitters! 
Knitting, crochet, sewing, cross stitch, spinning or weaving it’s all good!
Grab whatever project you’re working on and join us for some fiber fun. Newbies are welcome!  Sponsored by the Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Sign up for a 1 hour time slot to go over any tech questions you may have with Mike Murphy, whether it be your phone or tablet, computer, Microsoft Office, streaming TV, the sky's the limit! These sessions can be conducted in person or online via Zoom. Feel free to message Mike at mmurphy@rockyhillct.gov with any questions or call the Information Desk at 860-258-7623.

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has something for everyone and Little Lobo can’t wait to show you. 

About the Author:  Raúl The Third is a New York Times bestselling and three-time Pura Belpre award-winning illustrator, author, and artist living in Boston. His work centers around the contemporary Mexican-American experience and his memories of growing up in El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.
Click here for registration. Sponsored by The Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Treat Yourself! We've got Creative Girl Studios in the Library!
Join us for a fun evening of wire wrapped sea glass jewelry at the library. You’ll leave this workshop with the ability to wire wrap anything found on a beach! Get creative and make your own unique pieces of jewelry from a great selection of genuine sea glass. Don't miss out on this opportunity to craft beautiful allergen free jewelry and mingle with fellow jewelry enthusiasts. You’ll leave with two completed necklaces. Sachet bag and necklace cording will be provided. Registration is required.  Limited spots.  Sponsored by Friends of the Rocky Hill Library .

 

Sponsored by Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Sign up for a 1 hour time slot to go over any tech questions you may have with Mike Murphy, whether it be your phone or tablet, computer, Microsoft Office, streaming TV, the sky's the limit! These sessions can be conducted in person or online via Zoom. Feel free to message Mike at mmurphy@rockyhillct.gov with any questions or call the Information Desk at 860-258-7623.

Do you love Minecraft? Join us weekly for our summer Minecraft Club every Thursday from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm for grades 4 - 8 and have some fun with fellow Minecrafters on the library’s very own Survival Bedrock server! Bring your own device or use one of the library’s 12 laptops in order to play in person (available on a first-come, first-serve basis).

In order to access the library’s private server from home, you must own a copy of Minecraft and be whitelisted. Please drop in to the library and fill out the whitelist agreement (or print a copy and bring it in - CLICK HERE). The IP address of the library’s server is 31.214.162.8:25624. You should be able to access the server using any device, including PC (must be using Bedrock), console (Switch, XBox, Playstation), or mobile (Android or iOS). The library reserves the right to ban players from the server who do not follow the rules. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Drop in and join us for stories, songs, bubbles and more! Stay for free play after the storytime.  The library will provide an assortment of toys. For babies, toddlers and preschoolers with an adult. No registration necessary.  Please do not attend if you or your child are not feeling well.
  Sponsored by Cora J. Belden Library.

Volunteer to help with the LEGO Build: Challenge City program. We need help setting up, assisting kids with their creactions and cleaning up.  Please arrive promptly at the designated time and sign in at the adult reference desk, and then report to the Children's Department for instructions.  We work hard to make our programs possible, we depend on our teen volunteers for assistance. If you are unable to make it, please call us at 860-258-7621 or send us an email at corajbelden02@gmail.com, at least 24 hours in advance.  Please note that if you do not show up and do not let us know 2 times, you will no longer be able to volunteer with us.  Open to teens going into 9th-12th grade.

Are you up for the challenge?  Can you build an animal from LEGO blocks in 5 minutes?  Or something that flies or…..   Build designated objects within a time limit. Share your results.  Pick a challenge card and build what it describes. Then have free building time. Pose with your favorite structure for facebook.  For kids ages 6-12.  Register one slot per kid planning to build.

Sign up for a 1 hour time slot to go over any tech questions you may have with Mike Murphy, whether it be your phone or tablet, computer, Microsoft Office, streaming TV, the sky's the limit! These sessions can be conducted in person or online via Zoom. Feel free to message Mike at mmurphy@rockyhillct.gov with any questions or call the Information Desk at 860-258-7623.

All ages are invited to participate in our summer reading challenge from June 12- August 27th! Read and earn chances for prizes. Have you started tracking your reading on the Beanstack App? Call the library at 860-258-7621 for more details or check our website.

Monday, July 14
2-4PM

If you enjoy reading and making recommendations to your friends, this is a great volunteer opportunity for you! During this event, you will read a graphic novel from the YA Department, and write up a brief review of the book telling us what you thought about it. We will hang the reviews in the YA Department. MUST BE IN GRADES 9-12 TO PARTICIPATE. Registration required.

Sponsored by Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Join us Monday evenings for some peaceful time to focus on your craft of choice. All adult fiber arts crafters are welcome: crochet, knit, cross-stitch, felting, etc. Bring your own projects and supplies. Knitting support will be available for beginners. Feel free to drop in! Sponsored by the Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Volunteer to help with our Pixar Party. We need help setting up, assisting kids throughout the program, and cleaning up. Please arrive promptly at the designated time, sign-in at the Adult Reference desk, and then report to the Children's Department for instructions. We work hard to make our programs possible, and we depend on our teen volunteers for assistance. If you are unable to make it, please call us at least 24 hours in advance at 860-258-7621 or send us an email at corajbelden02@gmail.com. Please note: if you do not notify us of your absence on two or more occasions, you will no longer be able to volunteer with us. Open to teens 9th-12th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Join us on Tuesday, July 15 for a Disney's Pixar Party, including movie-themed games and craft. Drop-in between 10:30-12:00, no registration required. Children of all ages are welcome!  Sponsored by Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Join our Adult Knitters! 
Knitting, crochet, sewing, cross stitch, spinning or weaving it’s all good!
Grab whatever project you’re working on and join us for some fiber fun. Newbies are welcome!  Sponsored by the Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Dreaming of Visitng Italy? Come Explore With Us! 
You’re invited to come on a virtual tour of one of the most beautiful countries in the world given by Paola Rubbo, guide and founder of Andiamo Tours, a small boutique tour company that helps people discover the Italy they’ve always dreamed of. Come and experience Italy like a local and travel into the heart of Italian culture. Registration is recommended. Sponsored by The Friends of the Rocky Hill Library.

Volunteer to help with the Learn to Juggle Program. Open to teens going into 9th-12th grade. Please arrive promptly at the designated time and sign in at the upstairs information desk. Thanks for helping us out!
We work hard to make our programs possible, and we depend on our teen volunteers for assistance. If you are unable to make it, please call us at 860-258-7621 or send us an email at corajbelden02@gmail.com, at least 24 hours in advance. Please note that if you do not show up and do not let us know,  you will no longer be able to volunteer with us.