Welcome little readers to Book Buddies! This lunchtime program is for young readers entering grades 1 - 5 who might benefit from practicing their reading over the summer with a friend! Each young reader will be paired with a teen volunteer and they will take turns reading an age-appropriate boo...read more

Come to the library and create a piece of Garden Art either for your home garden or to contribute to the library garden! This event is for all ages; kids under 5 would need an adult to help. No registration necessary. July 3: Painted Garden MarkersJuly 17: Painted WhirligigsJuly 31: Concrete St...read more

Join us every Thursday night on the Library Lawn for a family game night! It's a Bring Your Own Blanket and Picnic (we'll move inside in case of inclement weather). No registration necessary.Schedule is as follows:6/26: Taylor Swift Trivia7/3: Music Bingo7/17: You Think You Know Me? (The New...read more

The Prospect Public Library is closed Saturdays during July and August.Our 24/7 library is always available at prospectlibrary.com or libraryconnection.overdrive.com.

For a hands-on, creative, and messy time with art and science come to Messy Mondays at 11:00 AM. This program is open to all ages and does not require registration.Schedule:June 30: Magnetic SlimeJuly 7: OobleckJuly 14: Mud PaintJuly 21: Shaving Cream PaintJuly 28: ...read more

Welcome little readers to Book Buddies! This lunchtime program is for young readers entering grades 1 - 5 who might benefit from practicing their reading over the summer with a friend! Each young reader will be paired with a teen volunteer and they will take turns reading an age-appropriate boo...read more

Join us for a very special performance and storytime performed by dancers and performers from the Connecticut Ballet. Open to all ages. No registration required.

Published in June 2025, Hiking with Kids Connecticut is a guide to 45 amazing hikes for families with children that feature some of the best, yet family friendly, hiking areas in the state. Each hike chapter features color photos and a map of the hiking area. All the basic information—fro...read more

Children of all ages who love storytime won’t want to miss Summer Storytime on Fridays at 10:30 AM under the library’s maple tree. Enjoy stories, music, movement, bubbles and much more! In the event of inclement weather, storytime will take place inside the library. Registration is not r...read more

The Prospect Public Library is closed Saturdays during July and August.Our 24/7 library is always available at prospectlibrary.com or libraryconnection.overdrive.com.

For a hands-on, creative, and messy time with art and science come to Messy Mondays at 11:00 AM. This program is open to all ages and does not require registration.Schedule:June 30: Magnetic SlimeJuly 7: OobleckJuly 14: Mud PaintJuly 21: Shaving Cream PaintJuly 28: ...read more

Welcome little readers to Book Buddies! This lunchtime program is for young readers entering grades 1 - 5 who might benefit from practicing their reading over the summer with a friend! Each young reader will be paired with a teen volunteer and they will take turns reading an age-appropriate boo...read more

The owner and founder of Each Coast Collectibles Card Shop of Middletown, Connecticut will be at the Prospect Public Library from 6:30pm - 7:30pm tonight to talk all things collectible cards! Bring your collection or a few favorites to show off and talk about and come to listen to a professional in ...read more

Join Judi Jones aka ENERGIZER for a musical and interactive Hoop Dancing (hula hooping) program. Dancin’ with Hoops blends creative movement, dance, exercise and play. Custom hula hoops are provided for use. Following, Judi will entertain you with a high energy hula hoop performance. No regist...read more

Come to the library and create a piece of Garden Art either for your home garden or to contribute to the library garden! This event is for all ages; kids under 5 would need an adult to help. No registration necessary. July 3: Painted Garden MarkersJuly 24: Concrete Stepping StonesJuly 31: Paint...read more

Join us every Thursday night on the Library Lawn for a family game night! It's a Bring Your Own Blanket and Picnic (we'll move inside in case of inclement weather). No registration necessary.Schedule is as follows:6/26: Taylor Swift Trivia7/3: Music Bingo7/17: You Think You Know Me? (The New...read more

Children of all ages who love storytime won’t want to miss Summer Storytime on Fridays at 10:30 AM under the library’s maple tree. Enjoy stories, music, movement, bubbles and much more! In the event of inclement weather, storytime will take place inside the library. Registration is not r...read more

The Prospect Public Library is closed Saturdays during July and August.Our 24/7 library is always available at prospectlibrary.com or libraryconnection.overdrive.com.

For a hands-on, creative, and messy time with art and science come to Messy Mondays at 11:00 AM. This program is open to all ages and does not require registration.Schedule:June 30: Magnetic SlimeJuly 7: OobleckJuly 14: Mud PaintJuly 21: Shaving Cream PaintJuly 28: ...read more

Welcome little readers to Book Buddies! This lunchtime program is for young readers entering grades 1 - 5 who might benefit from practicing their reading over the summer with a friend! Each young reader will be paired with a teen volunteer and they will take turns reading an age-appropriate boo...read more

Step right up and experience the wonder of animals in their play pens, eagerly awaiting your love and attention! Multiple playpens are set up in a free-form style, complete with fascinating facts and labels at each table/pen. Keep an eye out for our escape artist critters, as we rotate them througho...read more

Come to the library and create a piece of Garden Art either for your home garden or to contribute to the library garden! This event is for all ages; kids under 5 would need an adult to help. No registration necessary. July 3: Painted Garden MarkersJuly 24: Concrete Stepping StonesJuly 31: Paint...read more

Join us every Thursday night on the Library Lawn for a family game night! It's a Bring Your Own Blanket and Picnic (we'll move inside in case of inclement weather). No registration necessary.Schedule is as follows:6/26: Taylor Swift Trivia7/3: Music Bingo7/17: You Think You Know Me? (The New...read more

Children of all ages who love storytime won’t want to miss Summer Storytime on Fridays at 10:30 AM under the library’s maple tree. Enjoy stories, music, movement, bubbles and much more! In the event of inclement weather, storytime will take place inside the library. Registration is not r...read more

The Prospect Public Library is closed Saturdays during July and August.Our 24/7 library is always available at prospectlibrary.com or libraryconnection.overdrive.com.

For a hands-on, creative, and messy time with art and science come to Messy Mondays at 11:00 AM. This program is open to all ages and does not require registration.Schedule:June 30: Magnetic SlimeJuly 7: OobleckJuly 14: Mud PaintJuly 21: Shaving Cream PaintJuly 28: ...read more

Join us for a very special storytime! Waterbury Symphony Orchestra musicians bring beloved children’s stories to life, reading aloud and playing their instruments as part of “story time” at public libraries throughout the region. All ages, no registration necessary.

Welcome little readers to Book Buddies! This lunchtime program is for young readers entering grades 1 - 5 who might benefit from practicing their reading over the summer with a friend! Each young reader will be paired with a teen volunteer and they will take turns reading an age-appropriate boo...read more

Join us for this special After Hours event at the library! Build a team with other participants to secure your flag while also trying to capture the other teams! All materials and supplies will be provided. Ages 10-12. Registration is required for this event (below).

Come to the library and create a piece of Garden Art either for your home garden or to contribute to the library garden! This event is for all ages; kids under 5 would need an adult to help. No registration necessary. July 3: Painted Garden MarkersJuly 17: Painted WhirligigsJuly 31: Concrete St...read more