Library Events

This popular program is back! Who better to practice your reading skills with than our new friend, Phoenix the therapy dog? Reserve a 15 minute time slot to pet and read to Phoenix. Make sure to come early to pick out your book!Please consider only signing up for one slot per month, to allow others ...read more

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

Join us each Friday afternoon for a fresh showing of a new film on the big screen! This week's film will be Tár, starring Cate Blanchett.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required

Looking for volunteer opportunities? Sign up to become a Teen Volunteer and attend orientation to get started. You'll learn exactly what you can do in order to earn volunteer hours.Grades 7-12Registration Required

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! 

Explore the world of Virtual Reality with the Library's Oculus VR system!20 minute spots are available; please sign up for a time in advance.Ages 13 and upRegistration 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

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

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! This week's film will be Armageddon Time, starring Anne Hathaway and Anthony Hopkins.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required

Interested in starting a garden this spring - or in diversifying what you normally grow? All you need to do is bring some seeds to swap; we'll have the materials for take your new seeds home! All seeds brought to the swap should be from 2021 or 2022.If you are just getting started and don't ...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 February our planned craft is Paper Flower BouquetsAdultsRegistration Required

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

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

This popular program is back! Who better to practice your reading skills with than our new friend, Phoenix the therapy dog? Reserve a 15 minute time slot to pet and read to Phoenix. Make sure to come early to pick out your book!Please consider only signing up for one slot per month, to allow others ...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 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! This week's film will be The Fabelmans, directed by Steven Spielberg.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration 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

Interested in 3D printing? Join Miss 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.Grades 4-6 Registration Required

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

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Join Miss Emily at this special story time to learn all about hatching animals - like the library chicks hatching soon!Ages 3-8Registration Required

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 book club meeting - all are welcome! Copies are available at the library's front desk, starting after the prior month's meeting.In March we will be reading & discussing Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann.AdultsRegistration Required 

Join us each Friday afternoon for a fresh showing of a new film on the big screen! This week's film will be Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody, the new film celebrating the life of the great singer.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required

Join Miss Stephanie to learn about local birds and build a feeder to bring them to your own backyard!Grades K-3Registration Required

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 games, and more.Grades 3-6Registration Required

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

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

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! This week's film will be A Man Called Otto, starring Tom Hanks.Please call the Senior Center to register: 860-632-3447SeniorsRegistration Required