Library Events

Do you like a story with a good Happily Ever After? Which romance tropes are your favorite? There are no "guilty secret" excuses here - if you like reading romance then this is the space for you! Come join Emily for our monthly Romance Book Club meeting. We will be discussing AChasing Fire...read more

Meet with library staff Emma & Frances to discuss all of your burning tech questions or problems during a 20 minute appointment. Please make sure to bring your device, all chargers, and any passwords that you might need.

Who better to practice your reading skills with than our therapy dog friends, Phoenix, Maple, and Dodger? Reserve a 20 minute time slot to pet and read to a furry companion. Make sure to come early to pick out your book!Children of all agesRegistration 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, warm drinks... and some peace & quiet so you can finally finish that book! Cozy up by the "fireplace" or find a quiet spot throughout the library - it’s your choice!AdultsDrop-in

*This storytime is cancelled!*Join us 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

Kids and caregivers are invited to join Julie Stepanek for a musical morning full of stories, songs, and a short ukulele lesson. Ukuleles will be provided!Ages 5-8Registration Required

Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing - no experience necessary! Julie has been teaching and making music at libraries, preschools and senior centers throughout New England for the last twelve years. This event is for teens as well as adults! Ukuleles provided or you c...read more

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

Join Library staff and members of the DEI Committee to discuss Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates, a profound work that pivots from the biggest questions about American history and ideals to the most intimate concerns of a father for his son, and offers a powerful framework for unders...read more

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

Bring your gently used clothing into the Cromwell Belden Public Library on the drop-off dates (Thursday, April 10th, 5-7:00 pm/ Friday, April 11th, 10 am-2 pm), then come back on Saturday, April 12th to refresh your wardrobe- for free! We can accept up to two bags or boxes per participant. There'...read more

Join us for our monthly knitting club - 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 coordinator: ...read more

Bring your gently used clothing into the Cromwell Belden Public Library on the drop-off dates (Thursday, April 10th, 5-7:00 pm/ Friday, April 11th, 10 am-2 pm), then come back on Saturday, April 12th to refresh your wardrobe- for free! We can accept up to two bags or boxes per participant. There'...read more

This event has been cancelled. Join us 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

Bring your gently used clothing into the Cromwell Belden Public Library on the drop-off dates (Thursday, April 10th, 5-7:00 pm/ Friday, April 11th, 10 am-2 pm), then come back on Saturday, April 12th to refresh your wardrobe- for free! We can accept up to two bags or boxes per participant. There'...read more

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 Ms. Frances as she teaches you how the library's 3D printer works and learn how to design your own creation using Thingiverse and TinkerCAD.Grades 4-6Registration Required

Journaling seems to be on everyone’s Should List - something we should do, something that should look a certain way. And yet it’s the idea of what journaling “should be” that keeps us from building the journaling practice we need. Join us for this hands-on session to create a...read more

Stop by the library to try out some classic crafts like Perler beads, Shrinky-Dinks, and bead buddies! Kids & Teens - Grades 2 and upDrop in while supplies last

Meet with library staff Emma & Frances to discuss all of your burning tech questions or problems during a 20 minute appointment. Please make sure to bring your device, all chargers, and any passwords that you might need.

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

Join us to craft and watch a throwback movie - the lights will be left on, and chatting is okay! Bring your knitting, weaving, sewing, drawing, painting or any other personal craft you want to work on while Legally Blonde plays in the background. The library will also provide a craft and supplies fo...read more

Stuck in a reading rut? We're here to help! Sign up for a Book Box and let us do the choosing for you! After you've registered, we'll email you a link to a google form where we'll ask a few questions about your reading preferences; at the end of the month you'll be able to p...read more

Calling all adventurers! Come step into a fantasy world for a fun session of our favorite roleplaying game, Dungeons & Dragons. Go on quests and fight monsters from the comfort of the library - no prior experience required.Dice, and other supplies will be provided - just bring your imagination!G...read more

Calling all adventurers! Come step into a fantasy world for a fun session of our favorite roleplaying game, Dungeons & Dragons. Go on quests and fight monsters from the comfort of the library - no prior experience required.Dice, and other supplies will be provided - just bring your imagination!G...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 - 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 coordinator: ...read more

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. This month we will be reading & discussing The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff.A taut and electrifying novel from celebrated bestsell...read more

Join us 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

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED.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.The Graphic Novel series for April is Animo...read more

Do you love squishmallows? Come paint a pre-traced image of a squishmallow to make a beautiful portrait out of crayon and watercolors.Grades K-5Registration Required