Cromwell Belden Public Library

Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Cromwell Belden Public Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.

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BABY RHYME TIME
10:30 AM
 BABY RHYME TIME
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 10:30 AMBABY RHYME TIME
The Belden
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
SNOW GLOBE TUMBLERS
6:00 PM
 SNOW GLOBE TUMBLERS
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 6:00 PMSNOW GLOBE TUMBLERS
The Belden
Grab some friends and come get crafty at the library! We'll be creating our own snow globe tumblers for all of your beverage needs using glitter, polymer clay charms, vinyl, and more.Grades 7-12Registration Required

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MUSIC & MOVEMENT
11:15 AM
 MUSIC & MOVEMENT
Thursday, Feb. 2, 11:15 AMMUSIC & MOVEMENT
The Belden
Come wiggle, sing, dance, and get silly with Ms. Emily during our Music & Movement program!Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-5
SILENT READERS CLUB
6:00-8:00 PM
 SILENT READERS CLUB
Thursday, Feb. 2, 6:00-8:00 PMSILENT READERS CLUB
You choose a book, we'll provide an evening with snacks, warm drinks, and even a crackling "fireplace"... and some peace & quiet so you can finally finish that book!AdultsDrop-in
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STORY TIME
10:30 AM
 STORY TIME
Friday, Feb. 3, 10:30 AMSTORY TIME
The Belden
Join Ms. Stephanie for some fun stories, songs, and finger plays. Then complete a related craft to take home!Ages 3-5Registration Required

FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER
1:00 PM
FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER
Friday, Feb. 3, 1:00 PMFRIDAY FLICKS WITH T
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
ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
6:30 PM
 ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Friday, Feb. 3, 6:30 PMZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Zoom
Don't want to leave your cozy house for the in-person Knitting Club? Then join their weekly Zoom sessions, every Friday evening! Work on your latest craft project and chat with fellow fiber enthusiasts, all from the comfort of your own home.If you are interested in joining, please reach out to c...read more
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TAKE YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY
10:30 AM
TAKE YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY
Saturday, Feb. 4, 10:30 AMTAKE YOUR CHILD TO T
The Belden
Come celebrate two of our favorite holidays at once - Take Your Child to the Library Day and Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! We'll be serving ice cream from Tall Man's (available on a first come, first serve basis).All AgesDrop in! No registration required
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
6:30 PM
 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Monday, Feb. 6, 6:30 PMFRIENDS OF THE LIBRA
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! 
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KINDNESS KIDS
6:00 PM
 KINDNESS KIDS
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 6:00 PMKINDNESS KIDS
The Belden
Do something kind for someone this month by creating Valentines for Cromwell seniors. They'll be given to local residents and are sure to bring smiles to their faces!Ages 0-12Registration Required

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BABY RHYME TIME
10:30 AM
 BABY RHYME TIME
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 10:30 AMBABY RHYME TIME
The Belden
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
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MUSIC & MOVEMENT
11:15 AM
 MUSIC & MOVEMENT
Thursday, Feb. 9, 11:15 AMMUSIC & MOVEMENT
The Belden
Come wiggle, sing, dance, and get silly with Ms. Emily during our Music & Movement program!Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-5
KNITTING CLUB: IN PERSON!
6:30 PM
 KNITTING CLUB: IN PERSON!
Thursday, Feb. 9, 6:30 PMKNITTING CLUB: IN PE
Arch Room
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

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FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER: SHE SAID
1:00 PM
FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER: SHE SAID
Friday, Feb. 10, 1:00 PMFRIDAY FLICKS WITH T
Join us each Friday afternoon for a fresh showing of a new film on the big screen! This week's movie will be She Said.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required
ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
6:30 PM
 ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Friday, Feb. 10, 6:30 PMZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Zoom
Don't want to leave your cozy house for the in-person Knitting Club? Then join their weekly Zoom sessions, every Friday evening! Work on your latest craft project and chat with fellow fiber enthusiasts, all from the comfort of your own home.If you are interested in joining, please reach out to c...read more
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LIBRARY PLAY DATE
10:30 AM
 LIBRARY PLAY DATE
Monday, Feb. 13, 10:30 AMLIBRARY PLAY DATE
The Belden
You and your little one will both enjoy this chance to make new friends, play, and socialize. Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-5
CRAFT NIGHT: DIY GLITTER TUMBLERS
6:30 PM
CRAFT NIGHT: DIY GLITTER TUMBLERS
Monday, Feb. 13, 6:30 PMCRAFT NIGHT: DIY GLI
The Belden
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 February our planned craft is DIY Glitter Tumblers.AdultsRegistration Required

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ANIME CLUB
6:00 PM
 ANIME CLUB
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 6:00 PMANIME CLUB
The Belden
Grab some friends to come watch anime on the big screen and eat Japanese snacks. This month's watch party will continue Spy X Family! Grades 7-12Drop in! No registration required
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BABY RHYME TIME
10:30 AM
 BABY RHYME TIME
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 10:30 AMBABY RHYME TIME
The Belden
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
FAIRY TALE STEM: GOLDILOCKS
4:00 PM
 FAIRY TALE STEM: GOLDILOCKS
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 4:00 PMFAIRY TALE STEM: GOL
The Belden
Join Miss Emily for an afternoon of fairy tale engineering! We'll read some versions of Goldilocks and the Three Bears and see who can build the strongest bed for the bears to sleep in.Grades K-3Registration Required

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MUSIC & MOVEMENT
11:15 AM
 MUSIC & MOVEMENT
Thursday, Feb. 16, 11:15 AMMUSIC & MOVEMENT
The Belden
Come wiggle, sing, dance, and get silly with Ms. Emily during our Music & Movement program!Drop in! No registration requiredAges 0-5
LIBRARY COOKBOOK CLUB
6:30 PM
 LIBRARY COOKBOOK CLUB
Thursday, Feb. 16, 6:30 PMLIBRARY COOKBOOK CLU
The Belden
Join us for the return of Cromwell's Cookbook Club, where we'll each bring a dish to share from this season's chosen cookbook, chef, or theme! This winter we will be cooking and sharing dishes from Baking with Dorie by Dorie GreenspanStop by the front desk to grab a copy & sign ...read more

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STORY TIME
10:30 AM
 STORY TIME
Friday, Feb. 17, 10:30 AMSTORY TIME
The Belden
Join Ms. Stephanie for some fun stories, songs, and finger plays. Then complete a related craft to take home!Ages 3-5Registration Required
FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER: THE ESTATE
1:00 PM
FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER: THE ESTATE
Friday, Feb. 17, 1:00 PMFRIDAY FLICKS WITH T
Join us each Friday afternoon for a fresh showing of a new film on the big screen! This week's movie will be The Estate, starring Toni Collette.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required
VIDEO GAME PARTY
1:30-4:30 PM
 VIDEO GAME PARTY
Friday, Feb. 17, 1:30-4:30 PMVIDEO GAME PARTY
The Belden
Join us for our video game free play event, hosted by Massachusetts eSport and gaming venue, One Up Games! Explore virtual worlds with the Oculus Quest, or play the latest titles on Xbox Series S, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch!Ages 8 and upRegistration Required
ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
6:30 PM
 ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Friday, Feb. 17, 6:30 PMZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Zoom
Don't want to leave your cozy house for the in-person Knitting Club? Then join their weekly Zoom sessions, every Friday evening! Work on your latest craft project and chat with fellow fiber enthusiasts, all from the comfort of your own home.If you are interested in joining, please reach out to c...read more
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PUZZLE CONTEST SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE CROMWELL BELDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
11:00 AM
PUZZLE CONTEST SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE CROMWELL BELDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Saturday, Feb. 18, 11:00 AMPUZZLE CONTEST SPONS
Love doing puzzles? Want to put your skills to the test? Gather your team and join us for this Friends Fundraiser! Each team will be given the same puzzle and then race to see who can complete the challenge first. Top teams will receive prizes and all funds raised (entry fee $5 per person) will go t...read more

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CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY
CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY
Monday, Feb. 20, CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE
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INVESTIGATORS AGENT TRAINING
2:00 PM
 INVESTIGATORS AGENT TRAINING
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2:00 PMINVESTIGATORS AGENT
The Belden
Celebrate the new Investigator book series, Agents of S.U.I.T. with us! We'll learn all about what it takes to be a special agent as we decode secret messages, practice the art of disguise, and more.Grades 2-6Registration Required

VIRTUAL REALITY: THE LAB
4:00-6:00 PM
 VIRTUAL REALITY: THE LAB
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 4:00-6:00 PMVIRTUAL REALITY: THE
Explore the world of Virtual Reality with the Library's Oculus VR system! This month we will be featuring a free VR game called The Lab, where players can try out different VR demos and explore the limits of virtual reality.15 minute spots are available; please sign up for a time in advance...read more

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BABY RHYME TIME
10:30 AM
 BABY RHYME TIME
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 10:30 AMBABY RHYME TIME
The Belden
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
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THURSDAY NIGHT BOOK CLUB
6:30 PM
 THURSDAY NIGHT BOOK CLUB
Thursday, Feb. 23, 6:30 PMTHURSDAY NIGHT BOOK
The Belden
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 February we will be reading How Lucky by Will Leitch.AdultsRegistration Required 

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STORY TIME
10:30 AM
 STORY TIME
Friday, Feb. 24, 10:30 AMSTORY TIME
The Belden
Join Ms. Stephanie for some fun stories, songs, and finger plays. Then complete a related craft to take home!Ages 3-5Registration Required
FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER: TILL
1:00 PM
FRIDAY FLICKS WITH THE SENIOR CENTER: TILL
Friday, Feb. 24, 1:00 PMFRIDAY FLICKS WITH T
Join us each Friday afternoon for a fresh showing of a new film on the big screen! This week's movie will be Till, the story behind the fight for justice for Emmett Till.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required
ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
6:30 PM
 ZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Friday, Feb. 24, 6:30 PMZOOM KNITTING CLUB
Zoom
Don't want to leave your cozy house for the in-person Knitting Club? Then join their weekly Zoom sessions, every Friday evening! Work on your latest craft project and chat with fellow fiber enthusiasts, all from the comfort of your own home.If you are interested in joining, please reach out to c...read more
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SPECIAL STORY TIME: LLAMAS & PAJAMAS
6:00 PM
SPECIAL STORY TIME: LLAMAS & PAJAMAS
Monday, Feb. 27, 6:00 PMSPECIAL STORY TIME:
The Belden
Put on your comfiest PJs for this special story time! We'll stuff our own stuffed animals to take home, read some stories, and have a great pajama party. Participants will stuff their own llama stuffed animal to take homeAges 3-7Registration Required
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CANCELLED - GRAPHIC NOVEL CLUB
6:00 PM
 CANCELLED - GRAPHIC NOVEL CLUB
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6:00 PMCANCELLED - GRAPHIC
The Belden
THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER.Graphic novel fans unite! Come to the library once a month to get together with fellow comic lovers to enjoy some fun activities all about your favorite series and authors. We'll make our own comics, play some games, and more.Grades 3-6Reg...read more
    
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