Preston Public Library – Events

          
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Mario Kart Mayhem at the Library! July 11th Session
11:45PM - 2:00 PM
Mario Kart Mayhem at the Library! July 11th Session
Saturday, Jul. 11, 11:45PM - 2:00 PMMario Kart Mayhem at
Preston Public Library
Mario Kart Mayhem at the Library! JULY 11th Session11:45AM - 2:00PMRecommended for Ages 8-12 | Registration Required AboveLIMIT: 8 PlayersStart your engines and race to victory at the Mario Kart World: Library Grand Prix!Racers will compete in a series of Mario Kart World races on the big screen. Fo...read more

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Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
11am to 12pm
 Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
Tuesday, Jul. 14, 11am to 12pmSummer Storytimes an
Preston Public Library
EVERY TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY | 11AM-12PMIDEAL FOR AGES 2-5 | NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us for Summer Storytime with Miss Kerri. Each week features a fun theme, complete with crafts, sing-a-longs, dancing, and exciting sensory bins for hands on fun! All accompanied by engaging stories! Stick a...read more
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Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
11am to 12pm
 Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
Wednesday, Jul. 15, 11am to 12pmSummer Storytimes an
Preston Public Library
EVERY TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY | 11AM-12PMIDEAL FOR AGES 2-5 | NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us for Summer Storytime with Miss Kerri. Each week features a fun theme, complete with crafts, sing-a-longs, dancing, and exciting sensory bins for hands on fun! All accompanied by engaging stories! Stick a...read more
Books & Belly Rubs: Read With Splinter The Therapy Dog at the Library!
11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Books & Belly Rubs: Read With Splinter The Therapy Dog at the Library!
Wednesday, Jul. 15, 11:30 am to 12:30 pmBooks & Belly Rubs:
Preston Public Library
WED. JULY 15TH:🐾 Books & Belly Rubs: Read to a Dog! 🐾With Splinter the Therapy DogPresented by Christine Palmier of Pet PartnersFor Ages 6–10Registration Required Above.🐾 Read Aloud to Splinter! šŸ¾Spend 10 minutes of cozy, confidence-building one-on-one time reading to Splinter, ou...read more

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Kids’ Cooking Class! Food and Nutrition Education Cooking Classes by UConn Expanded at the Library
1:00 PM
Kids’ Cooking Class! Food and Nutrition Education Cooking Classes by UConn Expanded at the Library
Thursday, Jul. 16, 1:00 PM
(Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 and Thursday August 6)
Kids’ Cooking
Preston Public Library
Kids will learn how to create simple, tasty recipes while exploring healthy eating habits. Each session offers hands-on cooking fun and practical kitchen skills they can use at home.This program is designed for children entering Grades 2–7.Please note: Multiple sessions are available. Be sure ...read more
Life-Sized CLUE GAME--Grades 7-12
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Life-Sized CLUE GAME--Grades 7-12
Thursday, Jul. 16, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pmLife-Sized CLUE GAME
Preston Public Library
Free food for teens too! Teens are invited to step inside a life-size game of “Clue”  where they'll become suspects, hunt for clues, and solve the case. Gather your friends, sharpen your detective skills, and enjoy snacks while you solve the mystery!Grades 7-12. REGISTRATION REQ...read more
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Hidden Creatures: Live Animals at the Library!
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Hidden Creatures: Live Animals at the Library!
Tuesday, Jul. 21, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PMHidden Creatures: Li
Preston Public Library
Some animals are masters of staying out of sight! Discover hidden creatures who hide in plain sight, come out only at night, or live beneath our feet. We’ll meet real animal ambassadors and learn how their special adaptations help them survive sight unseen. Presented by The Denison Pequotsepos...read more

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Kids’ Cooking Class! Food and Nutrition Education Cooking Classes by UConn Expanded at the Library
1:00 PM
Kids’ Cooking Class! Food and Nutrition Education Cooking Classes by UConn Expanded at the Library
Thursday, Jul. 23, 1:00 PM
(Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 and Thursday August 6)
Kids’ Cooking
Preston Public Library
Kids will learn how to create simple, tasty recipes while exploring healthy eating habits. Each session offers hands-on cooking fun and practical kitchen skills they can use at home.This program is designed for children entering Grades 2–7.Please note: Multiple sessions are available. Be sure ...read more
D&D--ADULTS
3:30 pm to 6:30 pm
 D&D--ADULTS
Thursday, Jul. 23, 3:30 pm to 6:30 pmD&D--ADULTS
Preston Public Library
ADULT D&DWhether you’re brand new to D&D or an experienced player, this welcoming adult program is a great way to experience the excitement of a tabletop adventure.Adults | Registration Required Above. | Limited to 8 Players

Bedazzle Your Book! Teens—Grades 7 to 12
4:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Bedazzle Your Book! Teens—Grades 7 to 12
Thursday, Jul. 23, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pmBedazzle Your Book!
Preston Public Library
Bring along your favorite book to decorate with gems while enjoying snacks. A small selection of books will be available. Grades 7 to 12. Limited spaces, registration required above.  

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Mindfulness—Loving Kindness: Family Edition
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Mindfulness—Loving Kindness: Family Edition
Friday, Jul. 24, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMMindfulness—Loving K
Preston Public Library
Take a break from the busyness of everyday life and enjoy a calming mindfulness experience together. Through simple, family-friendly meditation and loving-kindness practices, children and their caregivers will learn gentle techniques to reduce stress, improve focus, and nurture feelings of connectio...read more

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Transforming Tees: Teen Sewing Workshop
10 AM to 1 PM
Transforming Tees: Teen Sewing Workshop
Saturday, Jul. 25, 10 AM to 1 PMTransforming Tees: T
Preston Public Library
TRANSFORMING TEES: TEEN SEWING WORKSHOPGive a favorite or outgrown T-shirt a new life by transforming it into a drawstring backpack while learning beginner machine-sewing skills!Bring a T-shirt, jersey, or other top to repurpose for the project, or choose from materials we provide. All tools and sup...read more

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Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
11am to 12pm
 Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
Tuesday, Jul. 28, 11am to 12pmSummer Storytimes an
Preston Public Library
EVERY TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY | 11AM-12PMIDEAL FOR AGES 2-5 | NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us for Summer Storytime with Miss Kerri. Each week features a fun theme, complete with crafts, sing-a-longs, dancing, and exciting sensory bins for hands on fun! All accompanied by engaging stories! Stick a...read more
Fun With Fossils: Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center at the Library!
3 PM to 4 PM
Fun With Fossils: Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center at the Library!
Tuesday, Jul. 28, 3 PM to 4 PMFun With Fossils: De
Preston Public Library
FUN WITH FOSSILS: DENISON PEQUOTSEPOS NATURE CENTER AT THE LIBRARYDig into the past and explore the world of fossils! Participants will learn how fossils form, examine real specimens, and uncover clues about ancient life on Earth.Children Ages 5 and Up | Registration Required Above.

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Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
11am to 12pm
 Summer Storytimes and Playtimes
Wednesday, Jul. 29, 11am to 12pmSummer Storytimes an
Preston Public Library
EVERY TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY | 11AM-12PMIDEAL FOR AGES 2-5 | NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us for Summer Storytime with Miss Kerri. Each week features a fun theme, complete with crafts, sing-a-longs, dancing, and exciting sensory bins for hands on fun! All accompanied by engaging stories! Stick a...read more
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Kids’ Cooking Class! Food and Nutrition Education Cooking Classes by UConn Expanded at the Library
1:00 PM
Kids’ Cooking Class! Food and Nutrition Education Cooking Classes by UConn Expanded at the Library
Thursday, Jul. 30, 1:00 PM
(Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 and Thursday August 6)
Kids’ Cooking
Preston Public Library
Kids will learn how to create simple, tasty recipes while exploring healthy eating habits. Each session offers hands-on cooking fun and practical kitchen skills they can use at home.This program is designed for children entering Grades 2–7.Please note: Multiple sessions are available. Be sure ...read more
D&D--TEENS
3:30 pm to 6:30 pm
 D&D--TEENS
Thursday, Jul. 30, 3:30 pm to 6:30 pmD&D--TEENS
Preston Public Library
TEEN BEGINNERS D&D Ready to embark on a Dungeons & Dragons adventure? Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly quest led by experienced Dungeon Master Drue! Players will jump right into the action while learning the basics of gameplay, character abilities, teamwork, and storytelling along t...read more

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