Howard Whittemore Memorial Library

Library Events

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

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Let’s Dance (Ages 2 - 5) 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
10:30am
Let’s Dance (Ages 2 - 5) 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
Tuesday, Jul. 1, 10:30amLet’s Dance (A
This program is on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 10:30am.Children and thier caregivers will jump, shake, and play instruments at this group dance program where fun and movement is the focus.This is more than just fun, little ones will gain skills in listening, patience, and confidence...read more
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Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
Wednesday, Jul. 2Toddler Art Zone (Ag
Wednesdays at 10:30am.Ages 2 to 4 years old.Join us for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program where we're not afraid to make a mess!A new craft every week.
DIY Beaded Spider with Miss Diana, Ages 8+
4:00pm
DIY Beaded Spider with Miss Diana, Ages 8+
Wednesday, Jul. 2, 4:00pm
On Wednesday, July 2nd at 4:00pm children aged 8+ will craft a spider made from beads.
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Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
Thursday, Jul. 3, 10:30amToddler Play Date (A
On Thursday mornings the Children's Department transforms into a fun play zone with toys only available during this special community play time.Please make sure your child keeps thier shoes on and does not run while in the library. Thank you!
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The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Jul. 5, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
Toy Troop: Teddy Bears
11:30 a.m.
 Toy Troop: Teddy Bears
Saturday, Jul. 5, 11:30 a.m.Toy Troop: Teddy Bea
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Baby Bounce!
10:30am
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Jul. 7, 10:30amBaby Bounce!
On Monday mornings, join us for this interactive storytime with movement, books, songs, rhymes and more!Babies ages newborn to 24 months are invited to bring a parent or caregiverto this special program designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!
Game Club!
4:00-5:30pm
 Game Club!
Monday, Jul. 7, 4:00-5:30pmGame Club!
Our casual, drop-in game club!The first Monday of the month from 4:00pm-5:30pm! Time slot exlcusively for young gamers ages 6-16yrs!No Registration Required!Please call for more info: (203) 729-4591 ext. 5 
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Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
Wednesday, Jul. 9Toddler Art Zone (Ag
Wednesdays at 10:30am.Ages 2 to 4 years old.Join us for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program where we're not afraid to make a mess!A new craft every week.
Crafternoons with Miss Diana (ages 5+)
4:00pm
Crafternoons with Miss Diana (ages 5+)
Wednesday, Jul. 9, 4:00pmCrafternoons with Mi
Crafternoon is for children aged 5 and up and is held on the second Wednesdays of the month.These crafts are great for developing fine motor skills while meeting new friends.
Rosie the Riveter
6:00 pm
 Rosie the Riveter
Wednesday, Jul. 9, 6:00 pmRosie the Riveter
"Rosie the Riveter” became an iconic symbol of working women during World War II. What was it really like for them?We’ll look at propaganda posters, art, music, photos, and hear real-life accounts of Connecticut women who worked for victory in the war.A lecture presented by Christin...read more

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Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
Thursday, Jul. 10, 10:30amToddler Play Date (A
On Thursday mornings the Children's Department transforms into a fun play zone with toys only available during this special community play time.Please make sure your child keeps thier shoes on and does not run while in the library. Thank you!
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Big Blocks for Little Kids
10:30am
 Big Blocks for Little Kids
Friday, Jul. 11Big Blocks for Littl
What goes better with little kids than big blocks?!Big Blocks for Little Kids is a fun free-time drop-in for your little ones!Join us on Friday mornings at 10:30am No Registration Required!
Big Blocks for Little Kids
10:30am
 Big Blocks for Little Kids
Friday, Jul. 11, 10:30amBig Blocks for Littl
What goes better with little kids than big blocks?!Big Blocks for Little Kids is a fun free-time drop-in for your little ones!Join us on Friday mornings at 10:30am No Registration Required!
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The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Jul. 12, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
Peppa Pig Party
11:30 a.m.
 Peppa Pig Party
Saturday, Jul. 12, 11:30 a.m.Peppa Pig Party

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Baby Bounce!
10:30am
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Jul. 14, 10:30amBaby Bounce!
On Monday mornings, join us for this interactive storytime with movement, books, songs, rhymes and more!Babies ages newborn to 24 months are invited to bring a parent or caregiverto this special program designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!
Legos at the Library! (Ages 5+) (Mondays the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th of the month)
4:00pm-5:00pm
Legos at the Library! (Ages 5+) (Mondays the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th of the month)
Monday, Jul. 14, 4:00pm-5:00pmLegos at the Library
Let's Go Lego!This program runs on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Monday of the month.to make fantastic Lego creations they design!Drop-in and join us!Ages 5 and up!
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Let’s Dance (Ages 2 - 5) 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
10:30am
Let’s Dance (Ages 2 - 5) 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
Tuesday, Jul. 15, 10:30amLet’s Dance (A
This program is on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 10:30am.Children and thier caregivers will jump, shake, and play instruments at this group dance program where fun and movement is the focus.This is more than just fun, little ones will gain skills in listening, patience, and confidence...read more
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Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
Wednesday, Jul. 16Toddler Art Zone (Ag
Wednesdays at 10:30am.Ages 2 to 4 years old.Join us for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program where we're not afraid to make a mess!A new craft every week.
Teen Time: Fuzzy Flower Pens, Ages 11+
4:00pm
Teen Time: Fuzzy Flower Pens, Ages 11+
Wednesday, Jul. 16, 4:00pm
On Wednesday July 16th at 4:00pm, teens can sign up to create fuzzy flower pens using pipe cleaners.Registration required!

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Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
Thursday, Jul. 17, 10:30amToddler Play Date (A
On Thursday mornings the Children's Department transforms into a fun play zone with toys only available during this special community play time.Please make sure your child keeps thier shoes on and does not run while in the library. Thank you!
The Magic of Ed Pop!
11:00am
 The Magic of Ed Pop!
Thursday, Jul. 17, 11:00am
Ed Popielarczyk is back!Friends are invited to join us for a session of magic and fun!Registration is required!
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Big Blocks for Little Kids
10:30am
 Big Blocks for Little Kids
Friday, Jul. 18Big Blocks for Littl
What goes better with little kids than big blocks?!Big Blocks for Little Kids is a fun free-time drop-in for your little ones!Join us on Friday mornings at 10:30am No Registration Required!
Big Blocks for Little Kids
10:30am
 Big Blocks for Little Kids
Friday, Jul. 18, 10:30amBig Blocks for Littl
What goes better with little kids than big blocks?!Big Blocks for Little Kids is a fun free-time drop-in for your little ones!Join us on Friday mornings at 10:30am No Registration Required!
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The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Jul. 19, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
Time Travelin’ Kids: The 1970s
11:30 a.m.
Time Travelin’ Kids: The 1970s
Saturday, Jul. 19, 11:30 a.m.Time Travelin’

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Career Coach: Computer Basics
10-12 pm
 Career Coach: Computer Basics
Monday, Jul. 21, 10-12 pmCareer Coach: Comput
A classroom on wheels that brings career services and computer training to you!What is the cloud? Ever wondered how the internet works? Get to know the parts of a computer, discover handy shortcuts, and learn about easy ways to back up your files! 
Baby Bounce!
10:30am
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Jul. 21, 10:30amBaby Bounce!
On Monday mornings, join us for this interactive storytime with movement, books, songs, rhymes and more!Babies ages newborn to 24 months are invited to bring a parent or caregiverto this special program designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!
Career Coach: Computer Basics
1-3 pm
 Career Coach: Computer Basics
Monday, Jul. 21, 1-3 pmCareer Coach: Comput
A classroom on wheels that brings career services and computer training to you!What is the cloud? Ever wondered how the internet works? Get to know the parts of a computer, discover handy shortcuts, and learn about easy ways to back up your files! 
Garden Club Book Club
3:30 pm
 Garden Club Book Club
Monday, Jul. 21, 3:30 pmGarden Club Book Clu
Foster the garden of your mind with books on a variety of Natural world topics! Explore Pollinators, animals, plants and more through both fiction and non-fiction titles. You do not need to be a member of the garden club to join the book club, but new members are always welcome!Free copies of any Ga...read more
Legos at the Library! (Ages 5+) (Mondays the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th of the month)
4:00pm-5:00pm
Legos at the Library! (Ages 5+) (Mondays the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th of the month)
Monday, Jul. 21, 4:00pm-5:00pmLegos at the Library
Let's Go Lego!This program runs on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Monday of the month.to make fantastic Lego creations they design!Drop-in and join us!Ages 5 and up!
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Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
Wednesday, Jul. 23Toddler Art Zone (Ag
Wednesdays at 10:30am.Ages 2 to 4 years old.Join us for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program where we're not afraid to make a mess!A new craft every week.
DIY Flextangles, Ages 8+
4:00pm
 DIY Flextangles, Ages 8+
Wednesday, Jul. 23, 4:00pm
On Wednesday, July 23rd at 4:00pm, children that have registered for this craft will create thier own unique flextangle. Registration required, please sign up each child separaley.

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Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
Thursday, Jul. 24, 10:30amToddler Play Date (A
On Thursday mornings the Children's Department transforms into a fun play zone with toys only available during this special community play time.Please make sure your child keeps thier shoes on and does not run while in the library. Thank you!
Polymer Clay Dragon Art, Ages 11+
3:30pm
Polymer Clay Dragon Art, Ages 11+
Thursday, Jul. 24, 3:30pm

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Big Blocks for Little Kids
10:30am
 Big Blocks for Little Kids
Friday, Jul. 25Big Blocks for Littl
What goes better with little kids than big blocks?!Big Blocks for Little Kids is a fun free-time drop-in for your little ones!Join us on Friday mornings at 10:30am No Registration Required!
Big Blocks for Little Kids
10:30am
 Big Blocks for Little Kids
Friday, Jul. 25, 10:30amBig Blocks for Littl
What goes better with little kids than big blocks?!Big Blocks for Little Kids is a fun free-time drop-in for your little ones!Join us on Friday mornings at 10:30am No Registration Required!
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The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
11 a.m.
The Chronicles of Yarnia Knitting & Crocheting Group
Saturday, Jul. 26, 11 a.m.The Chronicles of Ya
Calling all Knitters and Crocheters, 18 yrs+Do you love knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, or embroidery?Join our fiber crafting group every Saturday morning @11:00am! Sit back and relax while you craft and chat among friends!No Registration Required!
Camping Day
11:30 a.m.
 Camping Day
Saturday, Jul. 26, 11:30 a.m.

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Baby Bounce!
10:30am
 Baby Bounce!
Monday, Jul. 28, 10:30amBaby Bounce!
On Monday mornings, join us for this interactive storytime with movement, books, songs, rhymes and more!Babies ages newborn to 24 months are invited to bring a parent or caregiverto this special program designed to help build important social, motor, and pre-literacy skills!
Legos at the Library! (Ages 5+) (Mondays the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th of the month)
4:00pm-5:00pm
Legos at the Library! (Ages 5+) (Mondays the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th of the month)
Monday, Jul. 28, 4:00pm-5:00pmLegos at the Library
Let's Go Lego!This program runs on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Monday of the month.to make fantastic Lego creations they design!Drop-in and join us!Ages 5 and up!
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Family Music w/Tom Sieling, Tuesday, July 29th @10:30am
10:30am
Family Music w/Tom Sieling, Tuesday, July 29th @10:30am
Tuesday, Jul. 29, 10:30am
Come listen to the music of performer Tom Sielingas you learn cool, interesting animal and habitat facts!Registration is required. Ideal for ages 3+

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Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Art Zone (Ages 2-4)
Wednesday, Jul. 30Toddler Art Zone (Ag
Wednesdays at 10:30am.Ages 2 to 4 years old.Join us for this fun drop-in arts and crafts program where we're not afraid to make a mess!A new craft every week.
DIY Paper Carousel with Miss Shianne, Ages 8+
4:00pm
DIY Paper Carousel with Miss Shianne, Ages 8+
Wednesday, Jul. 30, 4:00pm
On Wednesday, July 30th at 4:00pm children aged 8+ will craft a carousel made from paper materials.Registration required!

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Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
10:30am
 Toddler Play Date (Ages 1-4)
Thursday, Jul. 31, 10:30amToddler Play Date (A
On Thursday mornings the Children's Department transforms into a fun play zone with toys only available during this special community play time.Please make sure your child keeps thier shoes on and does not run while in the library. Thank you!
  
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