Library Events

Spend this story time learning all about books! After we sing songs and read stories, you'll get to write your own books to take home.Ages 3-7Registration Required

RESCHEDULED: Program 2 dates shifted to November 9, 16, 23, and 30. (No program on November 2)A new program for babies and caregivers. Learn rhymes, fingerplays, and songs while bonding with your little one. Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-18 months

Join us Tuesday afternoons for refreshments and screenings of travel shows by favorites like Rick Steves & Samantha Brown!AdultsRegistration Required

Come wiggle, sing, dance, and get silly with Ms. Emily during our Music & Movement program!Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-5

You choose a book, we'll provide an evening with snacks - and some peace & quiet! AdultsDrop-in

Join Ms. Stephanie for some fun stories, songs, and finger plays. Then complete a related craft to take home!Ages 3-5Registration Required

Join us each Friday afternoon for a fresh showing of a new film on the big screen!Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required

Grow your child's reading skills by participating in harvest and garden themed literacy activities your preschooler will love.Registration RequiredAges 3-5

The Friends of the Cromwell Belden Public Library are looking for new members! Stop by their monthly meeting, and help brain-storm new ways to support your local library. The Friends provide funding for museum passes, events and more.Drop-in! 

If you're a Pokémon fan, come join us at the library and make your very own poké ball terrarium to take home.Some grown-up assistance may be required.Please do not sign up if you attended last spring so that others have a chance to come.Grades 2-5Registration Required - This e...read more

A new program for babies and caregivers. Learn rhymes, fingerplays, and songs while bonding with your little one. Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-18 months

Join us Tuesday afternoons for refreshments and screenings of travel shows by favorites like Rick Steves & Samantha Brown!AdultsRegistration Required

If you're a Pokémon fan, come join us at the library and make your very own poké ball terrarium to take home.Some grown-up assistance may be required.Please do not sign up if you attended last spring so that others have a chance to come.Grades 2-5Registration Required - This e...read more

Come wiggle, sing, dance, and get silly with Ms. Emily during our Music & Movement program!Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-5

Join us for our monthly knitting club - now back in-person!Bring yourself and your latest knitting project to work on and share. Other fiber artists and crafters are also encouraged to attend!This club also meets virtually on Friday evenings, via Zoom.For more information, please email the coordinat...read more

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with Kim Larkin of Klassic Kreations. We'll talk about how creating colorful buffet, easy wine & spirit recommendations, cheeseboard basics, and other easy entertaining ideas. Includes samplings of chocolate, cheese, a festive virgin beverage and rec...read more

Join us for an evening of crafting and chatting. Bring your own project, or join in on one of our planned crafts - we'll provide the supplies!In September our planned craft is Holiday Wreaths made out of felt leaves.AdultsRegistration Required

Interested in 3D printing? Join Frances as she teaches you how the library's 3D printers work! You'll learn how to design your own creation using TinkerCAD, and even get to play around with pre-made designs from Thingiverse.Adults Registration Required

A new program for babies and caregivers. Learn rhymes, fingerplays, and songs while bonding with your little one. Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-18 months

Join us Tuesday afternoons for refreshments and screenings of travel shows by favorites like Rick Steves & Samantha Brown!AdultsRegistration Required

Do something kind for someone this month by adding to our Envelope Exchange display. Write and decorate an encouraging message for someone to pick up when they need a smile. Ages 0-12Registration Required

Join us for this Cromwell favorite - not your average follow-along class! Members of the Cromwell Arts Alliance will help you choose and create your own version of the month's themed painting.AdultsRegistration Required

Join us for our monthly book club meeting - all are welcome! Copies are available at the library's front desk, starting after the prior month's meeting.In November we will be reading The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley.AdultsRegistration Required 

Join Ms. Stephanie for some fun stories, songs, and finger plays. Then complete a related craft to take home!Ages 3-5Registration Required

Join us each Friday afternoon for a fresh showing of a new film on the big screen!Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required

Join us for a family photo shoot. We'll take beautiful or silly photos of your family to be emailed to you after the program. We'll even have props for you to use and backgrounds to choose from. These photos will be sure to make great holidays cards for all your friends and family to enjoy!&...read more

Personalize your room by decorating a light switch plate with Mod Podge and photos from travel, nature, and cooking magazines.Grades 7-12Registration Required

Explore the world of Virtual Reality with the Library's Oculus VR system!15 minute spots are available; please sign up for a time in advance.

A new program for babies and caregivers. Learn rhymes, fingerplays, and songs while bonding with your little one. Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-18 months

Join us Tuesday afternoons for refreshments and screenings of travel shows by favorites like Rick Steves & Samantha Brown!AdultsRegistration Required

You and your little one will both enjoy this chance to make new friends, play, and socialize. Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-5

Do you have an early chapter reader at home? Sign them up for our newest book club, Chapter Chompers! We'll talk all about each month's book and have fun enjoying some activities and crafts related to our reads.November's book is Simon & Chester: Super Detectives!Copies of this book ...read more

Grab some friends to come watch anime on the big screen and eat Japanese snacks. This month's watch party will be 1.5 hours of Spy X Family! Grades 7-12Registration Required

A new program for babies and caregivers. Learn rhymes, fingerplays, and songs while bonding with your little one. Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-18 months

Join us Tuesday afternoons for refreshments and screenings of travel shows by favorites like Rick Steves & Samantha Brown!AdultsRegistration Required

This isn't your typical book club. Kindergarteners and first graders can learn some important reading skills while having fun! We'll discuss the monthly book and do a related activity to enhance our read.Our monthly pick will be available for check out at the front desk - just ask for it!Oct...read more