Drop In Story Time at Canton Public Library

Let's grow those future readers!  Every Tuesday we'll enjoy thematic stories, songs, circle games, a short book-themed movie and a snack with Children’s Librarian Heather Baker.  Build early literacy skills and then finish it all up with a special art experience created......More

Let's grow those future readers!  Every Tuesday we'll enjoy thematic stories, songs, circle games, a short book-themed movie and a snack with Children’s Librarian Heather Baker.  Build early literacy skills and then finish it all up with a special art experience created by staff artisan Sue Tarinelli. . Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s Desk. For child ages 3-5 years  with a parent/caregiver; siblings welcome. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email childrensstaff@cantonpubliclibrary.org or visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org.**Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

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Teen Crafternoon

Choose knitting projects, crafts, ranging from perler beads, friendship bracelets, to hand stamped and illustrated lettering, and more. We provide project ideas, extra help and all materials needed. Work on your own projects too.Drop by, chill and create. For anyone in ......More

Choose knitting projects, crafts, ranging from perler beads, friendship bracelets, to hand stamped and illustrated lettering, and more. We provide project ideas, extra help and all materials needed. Work on your own projects too.Drop by, chill and create. For anyone in Grades 4-12; free. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email mglasgow@cantonpubliclibrary.org.

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Meeting of the Friends

Want to volunteer to help your library but don’t know how? Start here. Interested visitors very welcome! Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800.

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Project LIT Community: Internment

Project LIT Community, reads Internment by Samira Ahmed, a NY Times bestseller. “Set in a horrifying near-future United States, seventeen-year-old Layla Amin and her parents are forced into an internment camp for Muslim American citizens. (LCI).” We’ll meet at Canton Hi......More

Project LIT Community, reads Internment by Samira Ahmed, a NY Times bestseller. “Set in a horrifying near-future United States, seventeen-year-old Layla Amin and her parents are forced into an internment camp for Muslim American citizens. (LCI).” We’ll meet at Canton High School’s Media Center for our official chapter’s Project LIT book discussion. Project LIT has grown into a school/library partnership to create enthusiastic readers through offering the right kind of books: high-interest, culturally relevant books that encourage a diverse viewpoint.Grades 7-12 (if you can make the meeting, you don’t have to be a Canton student); free. Registration is required, either by phone or on the library website under Upcoming Programs. Space is limited. Canton Middle/High School is at 76 Simonds Avenue, Canton. Information: call the library at (860) 693-5800, email mglasgow@cantonpubliclibrary.org, visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org or the school’s Project LIT web page, https://sites.google.com/cantonschools.org/cantonprojectlit/home. Registration: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=6128&BranchID=1000000604&Branch=Canton%20Public%20Library&EventID=400807&PK=

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Teen Games Unplugged

Try some favorites: “Sorry,” “Wig-Out,” “Guess Who,” “Uno,” or “Sleeping Queens.” Or more recent additions: Scattergories, Sequence, Yahtzee, and Rummikub (a cross between card game, rummy, and Mahjong). Discover all kinds of games you can play without electronics in a ......More

Try some favorites: “Sorry,” “Wig-Out,” “Guess Who,” “Uno,” or “Sleeping Queens.” Or more recent additions: Scattergories, Sequence, Yahtzee, and Rummikub (a cross between card game, rummy, and Mahjong). Discover all kinds of games you can play without electronics in a free afternoon of fun with Teen Librarian Meghan Glasgow.For students grades 4-12; just drop in. If it’s new to you, we’ll teach you how to play.

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Rhythm & Rhyme: A Drop-In Toddler Story Time

Let us help grow your reader. We’ll be introducing toddlers and their loved ones to language, literature and the library through songs, rhymes, stories and games. Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s D......More

Let us help grow your reader. We’ll be introducing toddlers and their loved ones to language, literature and the library through songs, rhymes, stories and games. Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s Desk.For toddlers ages one to three years with a parent/caregiver; siblings welcome.Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email childrensstaff@cantonpubliclibrary.org or visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org.**Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

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Art in the Afternoon - STEAM Drop-in for ages 3 & up

Art in the Afternoon is one of our most popular S.T.E.A.M. activities for children all year round!  Led by Ms. Sue and Ms. Heather, new hands-on process art activities each week.  Free. Drop In.FREE drop-in programhands-on learning activities that teach art process,fine......More

Art in the Afternoon is one of our most popular S.T.E.A.M. activities for children all year round!  Led by Ms. Sue and Ms. Heather, new hands-on process art activities each week.  Free. Drop In.FREE drop-in programhands-on learning activities that teach art process,fine motor skills, creative workmanship and messy play5 different art centers1:30 – 3:00 p.m. drop-in at any time during this time block  (We find that most kids participate for about 45 minutes)for kids ages 3 years & up with their grownups (2’s can give it a try!) **Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

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Baby and Me Story Time at Canton Public Library

Start early and let us help you grow your reader!  We’ll sing, talk, read and play with your baby and you. Using nursery rhymes, fingerplay, baby sign, bounces and bubbles, Children’s Librarian Heather Baker will provide a half hour of library time to build early litera......More

Start early and let us help you grow your reader!  We’ll sing, talk, read and play with your baby and you. Using nursery rhymes, fingerplay, baby sign, bounces and bubbles, Children’s Librarian Heather Baker will provide a half hour of library time to build early literacy skills in our youngest children, and families gather and play for the rest of the hour. Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s Desk. For babies ages birth to 1 year with a parent/caregiver; siblings welcome. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email childrensstaff@cantonpubliclibrary.org or visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org.**Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

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Motorized Engineering with NextGen SmartyPants

** Registration is now closed for this program, but you are welcome to sign up for the February Program!**We've invited NextGen SmartyPants to teach "Motorized Engineering for Kids" here at the Canton Public Library!  This FREE program, using LEGOs to create a motorized......More

** Registration is now closed for this program, but you are welcome to sign up for the February Program!**We've invited NextGen SmartyPants to teach "Motorized Engineering for Kids" here at the Canton Public Library!  This FREE program, using LEGOs to create a motorized car, will take place on three concurrent Saturdays in January, from 1-2 p.m. We'll need participants to be available for at least 2 of the 3 Saturdays (to give our young makers time to build their creations into masterpieces.) For kids in Grades 1-6.Parents are welcome to participate, if kids are younger than 9, a parent/guardian must stay in the library while their youngling is in the program.Note: mark your calendars for a follow-up program for three weeks in February! 

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How to Instant Pot: A Potluck and Demo

How to Instant Pot: A Potluck and Demo, with Beth Van Ness and MJ Holowesko, at Canton Public Library. Bring your Instant Pot and a dish to share and we will have a meal and share tips and demo procedures.  People without an Instant Pot are welcome to come and learn abo......More

How to Instant Pot: A Potluck and Demo, with Beth Van Ness and MJ Holowesko, at Canton Public Library. Bring your Instant Pot and a dish to share and we will have a meal and share tips and demo procedures.  People without an Instant Pot are welcome to come and learn about how they work. Everyone must register. Free. Call or email for more information:  (860) 693-5800, bvanness@libraryconnection.info. Registration: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=6128&BranchID=1000000604&Branch=Canton%20Public%20Library&EventID=400804&PK=

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Homework Helpers

Need tutoring? The Canton High School National Honor Society is volunteering members’ time for free with drop-in homework help and test preparation every Thursday afternoon in the Teen Zone. All ages are welcome. Founded in 1921 by a national association of high school ......More

Need tutoring? The Canton High School National Honor Society is volunteering members’ time for free with drop-in homework help and test preparation every Thursday afternoon in the Teen Zone. All ages are welcome. Founded in 1921 by a national association of high school principals, National Honor Society recognizes students who excel in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. If desired, appointment times can be made in advance by emailing teen librarian Meghan Glasgow.

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Be Creative with Ms. Sue: Shrinky Dinks

Make bracelets, rings, nametags, or necklaces out of Shrinky Dink plastic using your own creative design or with our idea suggestions. Copy and color book illustrations or pictures from your imagination. Develop your artistic skills and have fun too! Enjoy this three-we......More

Make bracelets, rings, nametags, or necklaces out of Shrinky Dink plastic using your own creative design or with our idea suggestions. Copy and color book illustrations or pictures from your imagination. Develop your artistic skills and have fun too! Enjoy this three-week series of creative art and craft workshops every month led by our Children’s Assistant, Sue Tarinelli.Free! For school-aged children Grades 4 and up. The class continues January 13 and 27. Register to guarantee your spot; space is very limited. Participants must be able to attend at least two of the three sessions. Registration: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=6128&BranchID=1000000604&Branch=Canton%20Public%20Library&EventID=400578&PK=638811

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Drop In Story Time at Canton Public Library

Let's grow those future readers!  Every Tuesday we'll enjoy thematic stories, songs, circle games, a short book-themed movie and a snack with Children’s Librarian Heather Baker.  Build early literacy skills and then finish it all up with a special art experience created......More

Let's grow those future readers!  Every Tuesday we'll enjoy thematic stories, songs, circle games, a short book-themed movie and a snack with Children’s Librarian Heather Baker.  Build early literacy skills and then finish it all up with a special art experience created by staff artisan Sue Tarinelli. . Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s Desk. For child ages 3-5 years  with a parent/caregiver; siblings welcome. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email childrensstaff@cantonpubliclibrary.org or visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org.**Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

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Teen Crafternoon

Choose knitting projects, crafts, ranging from perler beads, friendship bracelets, to hand stamped and illustrated lettering, and more. We provide project ideas, extra help and all materials needed. Work on your own projects too.Drop by, chill and create. For anyone in ......More

Choose knitting projects, crafts, ranging from perler beads, friendship bracelets, to hand stamped and illustrated lettering, and more. We provide project ideas, extra help and all materials needed. Work on your own projects too.Drop by, chill and create. For anyone in Grades 4-12; free. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email mglasgow@cantonpubliclibrary.org.

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Teen Games Unplugged

Try some favorites: “Sorry,” “Wig-Out,” “Guess Who,” “Uno,” or “Sleeping Queens.” Or more recent additions: Scattergories, Sequence, Yahtzee, and Rummikub (a cross between card game, rummy, and Mahjong). Discover all kinds of games you can play without electronics in a ......More

Try some favorites: “Sorry,” “Wig-Out,” “Guess Who,” “Uno,” or “Sleeping Queens.” Or more recent additions: Scattergories, Sequence, Yahtzee, and Rummikub (a cross between card game, rummy, and Mahjong). Discover all kinds of games you can play without electronics in a free afternoon of fun with Teen Librarian Meghan Glasgow.For students grades 4-12; just drop in. If it’s new to you, we’ll teach you how to play.

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Rhythm & Rhyme: A Drop-In Toddler Story Time

Let us help grow your reader. We’ll be introducing toddlers and their loved ones to language, literature and the library through songs, rhymes, stories and games. Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s D......More

Let us help grow your reader. We’ll be introducing toddlers and their loved ones to language, literature and the library through songs, rhymes, stories and games. Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s Desk.For toddlers ages one to three years with a parent/caregiver; siblings welcome.Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email childrensstaff@cantonpubliclibrary.org or visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org.**Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

40 DYER AVE, CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Art in the Afternoon - STEAM Drop-in for ages 3 & up

Art in the Afternoon is one of our most popular S.T.E.A.M. activities for children all year round!  Led by Ms. Sue and Ms. Heather, new hands-on process art activities each week.  Free. Drop In.FREE drop-in programhands-on learning activities that teach art process,fine......More

Art in the Afternoon is one of our most popular S.T.E.A.M. activities for children all year round!  Led by Ms. Sue and Ms. Heather, new hands-on process art activities each week.  Free. Drop In.FREE drop-in programhands-on learning activities that teach art process,fine motor skills, creative workmanship and messy play5 different art centers1:30 – 3:00 p.m. drop-in at any time during this time block  (We find that most kids participate for about 45 minutes)for kids ages 3 years & up with their grownups (2’s can give it a try!) **Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

40 DYER AVE, CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Baby and Me Story Time at Canton Public Library

Start early and let us help you grow your reader!  We’ll sing, talk, read and play with your baby and you. Using nursery rhymes, fingerplay, baby sign, bounces and bubbles, Children’s Librarian Heather Baker will provide a half hour of library time to build early litera......More

Start early and let us help you grow your reader!  We’ll sing, talk, read and play with your baby and you. Using nursery rhymes, fingerplay, baby sign, bounces and bubbles, Children’s Librarian Heather Baker will provide a half hour of library time to build early literacy skills in our youngest children, and families gather and play for the rest of the hour. Free; no registration required. Just drop-in on days that you can, and pick up nametags at the Children’s Desk. For babies ages birth to 1 year with a parent/caregiver; siblings welcome. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email childrensstaff@cantonpubliclibrary.org or visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org.**Inclement Weather Policy: If the Canton Schools are closed, or if after-school activities are canceled,  for weather related reasons, all Children's Programming (story times and other programs) are cancelled.  If there is a DELAY, programs will go on as scheduled.**

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Mystery Lovers Book Club

The Mystery Lovers Book Club, meets at a nearby Canton pub or restaurant for our book discussion. For the January selection, we’ll read Dorothy Sayers’ classic English mystery, The Nine Tailors, featuring Lord Peter Wimsey as the main character. Tailors are the people w......More

The Mystery Lovers Book Club, meets at a nearby Canton pub or restaurant for our book discussion. For the January selection, we’ll read Dorothy Sayers’ classic English mystery, The Nine Tailors, featuring Lord Peter Wimsey as the main character. Tailors are the people whose hobby it is to pull one bell alongside others for a set of bells in a large church. The consequent pealing of multiple bells in patterns are called “ringing the changes,” the best known example of which might be on the occasion of a royal wedding. In the story: “The nine tellerstrokes from the belfry of an ancient country church toll out the death of an unknown man and call the famous Lord Peter Wimsey to investigate the good and evil that lurks in every person. Steeped in the atmosphere of a quiet parish in the strange, flat fen-country of East Anglia, this is a tale of suspense, character, and mood by an author critics and readers rate as one of the great masters of the mystery novel. (LCI).”Stop by or call to reserve a copy of the book. All are welcome; registration is requested so we know to direct you to the chosen meeting place. Information: call or email Beth Van Ness: (860) 693-5800, and bvanness@libraryconnection.info.

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