Baby & Me Time

Let us help 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 youn......More

Let us help 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. 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.

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Rattle & Rhyme: A 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.

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Friday Family Movie Matinees

A Free Matinee! Every Friday at 3 p.m. in the Children's Room of the Library, projected on the wall of the play area. Check the Children's Hallway bulletin board for upcoming films, and if you have a request, let a staff member know, we may be able to add it to the line......More

A Free Matinee! Every Friday at 3 p.m. in the Children's Room of the Library, projected on the wall of the play area. Check the Children's Hallway bulletin board for upcoming films, and if you have a request, let a staff member know, we may be able to add it to the lineup in a month or so!October 12: Hotel Transylvania Summer VacationOctober 19: CocoOctober 26: Hocus PocusNovember 2: Wrinkle in TimeNovember 9: Hercules  

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Knitflix: Crafting and a Movie

“Knitflix: Crafting and a Movie,” after-hours at the library. Bring your knitting, crocheting, or other craft, and work away as we watch a recent favorite movie in the company of other crafters, while the library is closed to everyone else. A pre-video “meet, greet, and......More

“Knitflix: Crafting and a Movie,” after-hours at the library. Bring your knitting, crocheting, or other craft, and work away as we watch a recent favorite movie in the company of other crafters, while the library is closed to everyone else. A pre-video “meet, greet, and eat” lasts from 6-7:00 PM; bring your dinner, mingle and make friends, and share projects, tips, and techniques.  Film starts around 7:00 PM.  Not a crafter? Not a problem!  You’re welcome to come and enjoy the movie and the company. Drinks and sweet treats provided, all free. Registration required, either by phone, (860) 693-5800, or on the website under Upcoming Programs. Teens welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Registration: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=6128&BranchID=1000000604&Branch=Canton%20Public%20Library&EventID=357189&PK=

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Science/STEM Book Discussion Series

“Science/STEM Book Discussion Series,” considers the book, Decoding the Heavens: The 2000-Year-Old Computer and the Century-long Search to Discover its Secrets, by Jo Marchant. A strange device is found in a Mediterranean Greco-Roman shipwreck around 1900. Though some t......More

“Science/STEM Book Discussion Series,” considers the book, Decoding the Heavens: The 2000-Year-Old Computer and the Century-long Search to Discover its Secrets, by Jo Marchant. A strange device is found in a Mediterranean Greco-Roman shipwreck around 1900. Though some thought it might be from outer space, over the decades investigators float theories on its function and purpose. Not until 2006 did the research and technology come together to explain the meaning of the device known as the Antikythera Mechanism. Learn how scientists believe this ancient astronomical computer worked. Registration requested. All adults are welcome; free. Book copies available at Circulation Desk. Light refreshments served. Call or email for more information:  (860) 693-5800, bvanness@libraryconnection.info.

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Technology Drop-In Help

“Technology Drop-In Help,” at Canton Public Library, with library tech services head, Beth Morrill. One-on- one or small group help with basic technology questions. Are you struggling with your new phone, tablet or e-Reader? Perhaps you are interested in talking to far-......More

“Technology Drop-In Help,” at Canton Public Library, with library tech services head, Beth Morrill. One-on- one or small group help with basic technology questions. Are you struggling with your new phone, tablet or e-Reader? Perhaps you are interested in talking to far-away friends on Skype or Facebook? Bring your curiosity and questions. If you have an electronic device, you are welcome to bring it with you. We are happy to help and we specialize in beginners. We also give individual tech attention by appointment. Free; no registration necessary. 

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Art in the Afternoon: Melted Crayon Jewelry and Other Creations

Develop your artistic skills and have fun too!  A three-week series of creative art workshops led by Children’s Assistant, Sue Tarinelli. All materials provided.  For school-aged children Grades 4 and up. The class continues November 19 and 26. Registration required; sp......More

Develop your artistic skills and have fun too!  A three-week series of creative art workshops led by Children’s Assistant, Sue Tarinelli. All materials provided.  For school-aged children Grades 4 and up. The class continues November 19 and 26. Registration required; space is very limited.  Participants must be able to attend at least two of the three sessions to participate. Registration: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=6128&BranchID=1000000604&Branch=Canton%20Public%20Library&EventID=356916&PK=557746

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Monday Night Book Club

“Monday Night Book Club,” at Canton Public Library reads Little Fires Everywhere, by Celeste Ng. “From the bestselling author of Everything I Never Told You, the intertwined stories of the picture-perfect Richardson family and the mother and daughter who upend their liv......More

“Monday Night Book Club,” at Canton Public Library reads Little Fires Everywhere, by Celeste Ng. “From the bestselling author of Everything I Never Told You, the intertwined stories of the picture-perfect Richardson family and the mother and daughter who upend their lives. Little Fires Everywhere explores the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, and the ferocious pull of motherhood - and the danger of believing that following the rules can avert disaster (Penguin-Random House).” Copies of the books are available at the library. Newcomers welcome! Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800, email bvanness@libraryconnection.info

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Little Builders

“Little Builders,” part of our Little Learners series at Canton Public Library. STEAM experiences for parents and children—ages 3 and up—together. Aimed at preschoolers, the program will incorporate fun activities with Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math concepts. ......More

“Little Builders,” part of our Little Learners series at Canton Public Library. STEAM experiences for parents and children—ages 3 and up—together. Aimed at preschoolers, the program will incorporate fun activities with Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math concepts. Free; drop-in. Information: call (860) 693-5800, email childrensstaff@cantonpubliclibrary.

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Drop-In Story Time

Drop-In Story Time,” at Canton Public Library, presented by Children’s Librarian, Heather Baker and artist, Sue Tarinelli. Grow a reader! Sing, talk read, write, and play at story time. Join us for stories, songs, a snack, an art project, and a short, theme-related movi......More

Drop-In Story Time,” at Canton Public Library, presented by Children’s Librarian, Heather Baker and artist, Sue Tarinelli. Grow a reader! Sing, talk read, write, and play at story time. Join us for stories, songs, a snack, an art project, and a short, theme-related movie. Art activities are inspired by the “Making Art Together” project at the Eric Carle Museum. Free; no registration required. For children ages 3 and up 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.

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Teen Crafternoon

If you have a hobby or project, bring it in to work on. No current project? We have free supplies and can help you with popular crafts such as friendship bracelets, perler beads, paper crafting, origami, paracording, yarn crafts, and more. Chill and create. For grades 4......More

If you have a hobby or project, bring it in to work on. No current project? We have free supplies and can help you with popular crafts such as friendship bracelets, perler beads, paper crafting, origami, paracording, yarn crafts, and more. Chill and create. For grades 4-12; Free; drop-in.

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Town Historian Office Hours, in the Margaret H. “Peg” Perry Local History Room at Canton Public Library

 Follow Town Historian David Leff this fall as he walks every road in Canton.  He’s keeping a log of his walks that include comments on the history of the street and its current status.  Eventually the road log will be posted online and readers will be invited to share ......More

 Follow Town Historian David Leff this fall as he walks every road in Canton.  He’s keeping a log of his walks that include comments on the history of the street and its current status.  Eventually the road log will be posted online and readers will be invited to share their own experiences and reminiscences.  So far David has walked close to 50 roads in town.  Anyone who would like to join him to walk their street or another road can contact him at onktaadn@comcast.net.  A writer and former Poet-in-Residence of the New England National Scenic Trail, David will be available to answer questions today, assist with research, chat about history, and swap stories about Canton’s heritage. No appointments required, free. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For further information please call (860)693-5800 or email illcatn@libraryconnection.info.

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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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Canton Public Library will be closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 23

Canton Public Library will be closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 23. It will reopen Saturday, November 24, at 10:00 a.m.Happy Thanksgiving!

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Canton Public Library will be closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 23

Canton Public Library will be closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 23. It will reopen Saturday, November 24, at 10:00 a.m.Happy Thanksgiving!

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Saturday Book Conversations

“Saturday Book Conversations,” at Canton Public Library reads The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel. “In 1986, at age 26, Christopher Knight disappeared into the Maine woods and didn't speak to a living soul for nearly three decades. He survived by his wits and by......More

“Saturday Book Conversations,” at Canton Public Library reads The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel. “In 1986, at age 26, Christopher Knight disappeared into the Maine woods and didn't speak to a living soul for nearly three decades. He survived by his wits and by breaking into nearby homes for food, clothing, and reading material. Finkel, whose GQ piece, "The Strange & Curious Tale of the Last True Hermit" (Aug. 2014), won extraordinary attention, explains how Knight managed (LJ Reviews)." "This introspective look at the hermit life throughout time focuses on the ethical issues involved in one man's attempt to break free of society (SLJ Reviews)." Visitors and new members are always welcome. Light refreshments served. Call or email for more information:  (860) 693-5800, bvanness@libraryconnection.info, or visit www.cantonpubliclibrary.org. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton.

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