Danbury Public Library
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Community Baby Shower
You are cordially invited to the second annual baby shower at the Danbury Library! This free event is for pregnant people and families with small children under 3 to meet community organizations that set you and your little one up for childhood success. Expect pre......More
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Community Baby Shower
You are cordially invited to the second annual baby shower at the Danbury Library! This free event is for pregnant people and families with small children under 3 to meet community organizations that set you and your little one up for childhood success. Expect pre......More
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 1:30pm EDT
English as a Second Language Class for Adults
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Learn basic reading, writing, speaking & listening skills at the library for free! This class meets in-person and is led by a certified English instructor in collaboration with Western Connecticut Regional Adult and Continuing Educatio......More
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Cricut Program- Decorate an Acrylic Tumbler
Spring is here with warmer temperatures and cool drinks. Decorate an acrylic tumbler and learn about our Cricut machine and how it works. Free! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/danburylibrary/LIBRARY_LOGO_65A65A58.PNG
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Cricut Program- Decorate an Acrylic Tumbler
Spring is here with warmer temperatures and cool drinks. Decorate an acrylic tumbler and learn about our Cricut machine and how it works. Free! Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/danburylibrary/LIBRARY_LOGO_65A65A58.PNG
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Saturday April 27 11:15am - 11:30am EDT
Dads Read! Storytime with Families Network
Dads come in all shapes and sizes! Celebrate all the rad dads, granddads, and father-figures alike during this storytime. Books are geared towards children ages 2-5, but families with new babies are also invited. This father figure led storytime occurs during our Commu......More
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Saturday April 27 11:15am - 11:30am EDT
Dads Read! Storytime with Families Network
Dads come in all shapes and sizes! Celebrate all the rad dads, granddads, and father-figures alike during this storytime. Books are geared towards children ages 2-5, but families with new babies are also invited. This father figure led storytime occurs during our Commu......More
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Saturday April 27 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Prenatal Yoga
An introductory course for those looking for ways to support your changing body during pregnancy. Yoga is a great way to increase flexibility, balance, and core strength while also working to center yourself mentally as you prepare to give birth. Bring your own mat......More
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Saturday April 27 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Prenatal Yoga
An introductory course for those looking for ways to support your changing body during pregnancy. Yoga is a great way to increase flexibility, balance, and core strength while also working to center yourself mentally as you prepare to give birth. Bring your own mat......More
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Monday April 29 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Talk Time: English Conversation Group
Join our conversation group and improve your English language skills! Various topics will be discussed each week. This class is designed for students who are at least at a low-intermediate level. Two sessions are available on Mondays - from 12–1pm and another ......More
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Monday April 29 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Club de lectura en español
Les invitamos a participar en nuestro nuevo club de lectura en español. Nos reuniremos todos los lunes a partir del 8 de abril hasta el 10 de junio. Los lectores tendrán la oportunidad de discutir la trama, los personajes, así como encontrar nuevas amistades. Este......More
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Monday April 29 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
LEGO Building Club
Children are invited to have fun with LEGO bricks! Participants will be able to play with LEGO independently and also participate in group projects that change every month. Individual LEGO projects will be put aside if participants want to continue on building the......More
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Monday April 29 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Live Virtual Program: Earth in Crisis
Please Note: This is a VIRTUAL program. Participants will receive a ZOOM link to the program via email once they have registered. Join us for this series of monthly talks by Dr. Stephen “Mitch” Wagener of the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences at Wester......More
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Monday April 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Talk Time: English Conversation Group
Join our conversation group and improve your English language skills! Various topics will be discussed each week. This class is designed for students who are at least at a low-intermediate level. Two sessions are available on Mondays - from 12–1pm and another ......More
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Monday April 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Earth Day Crochet
Join Melissa Lefflbine to learn a beautiful and practical way to reduce, reuse and recycle! We'll be creating an exfoliating soap saver pouch using scrap cotton yarn. For students 10 and up and adults. This class is ideal for beginners, but all skill levels are wel......More
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Tuesday April 30 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Baby and Me Lapsit Storytime
Bond with your baby through songs, nursery rhymes, and simple stories! This in-person lap-sit storytime is designed for infants up to 18 months old and their caregivers. Free! For children up to 18 months and their caregivers. Registration recommended for each......More
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Tuesday April 30 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Toddler Storytime
Wiggle with your little ones during this music and movement based story time! Sing songs, listen to stories, and get ready to move! This in-person story time is designed for children ages 18-36 months. Free! Registration Recommended. Walk-ins are welcomed Im......More
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Tuesday April 30 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Danbury Paper Airplane Makers
Embrace the spirit of flight this season! Take part in our exciting 2-hour paper airplane crafting workshop at the Danbury Library. Suitable for ages 8 and above, this event invites participants of all skill levels to come together and unleash their creativity. Joi......More
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Tuesday April 30 3:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Homework Help
Teen volunteers will be available to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. Please let us know what grade you are in and what you need help with when you sign up, and bring your homework with you when you come for your appointment! Image URL: https://s3.a......More
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Tuesday April 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Make your own Mini Quilt
In this program, you will be making a mini quilt to take home with you. We will be learning more about the Mayan origins of weaving with stories and more. Registration Recommend. Ages 7+ Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.evanced.info/Customer/da......More
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Tuesday April 30 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speedcubing Club
Come join us to learn all about speedcubing! Beginners and experienced cubers are all welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach you to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube or learn to solve it faster. It's a great way to make new friends or keep up with old ones while e......More
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Tuesday April 30 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Sewing with Dawn, The Stitching Coach "Make a Zipper Pouch" Workshop
The MakerLab at Danbury Library presents an exciting lineup of (3) engaging sewing workshops for the winter of 2024. These workshops aim to foster creativity, skill-building, and community engagement through hands-on learning experiences. Celebrating National Zipper ......More
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Wednesday May 1 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
English Learners Book Club
Join us for a book club discussion for readers who speak English as a Second Language. Members of the group will meet once a week and will have the opportunity to read aloud, working on pronunciation and reading comprehension. Members will be expected to read approxim......More
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Wednesday May 1 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I - An Author Talk with Douglas Brunt
Join us as we chat with New York Times bestselling author, Douglas Brunt, about instant bestselling debut non-fiction work The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I. This book reveals the hidden history of Rudolf Dies......More
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Wednesday May 1 3:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Homework Help
Teen volunteers will be available to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. Please let us know what grade you are in and what you need help with when you sign up, and bring your homework with you when you come for your appointment! Image URL: https://s3.a......More
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Wednesday May 1 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Teen Chess Club
Come play chess at the library! Learning chess is a great introduction to major life skills, such as critical thinking and strategy, and playing chess is a great way to make friends and have fun! This club is especially for students in grades 5 -12. Members of......More
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Wednesday May 1 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Makeup Gurus: Learn How to Apply Makeup!
Come learn to apply makeup with Serenitee Morris! Serenitee is a student at Danbury High School, and she has been doing makeup for as long as she can remember. She will teach younger students tips and tricks on makeup application to help them feel confident in the......More
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Wednesday May 1 5:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Trivia Night!
We're so excited to be back LIVE and IN PERSON at Charter Oak Brewery! If you would like to play in person, doors open at 5pm and trivia begins at 6:30pm. No advance registration is necessary for in-person play. We will also be offering a Zoom component for tho......More
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Thursday May 2 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Outreach: KSP Assemblies
Danbury Library will visit KSP to talk about the library and Summer Reading. If you are interested in inviting the library to your school, please contact Tara at the contact info below.
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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Once Upon a Cuento: A Bilingual Storytime
Celebrate the seasons with your child! Hear stories, sing songs, and move with your little ones. We will explore traditional and modern tales from Latin America. Free! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Registration Recommended for each individual sessio......More
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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Workforce Readiness & Financial Literacy/ Preparación de la fuerza laboral y educación financiera
Presented by DanburyWORKS, this seven-part series will teach attendees essential skills needed to be workforce ready. Sessions will focus on topics such as preparing a resume, enhancing communication skills, customer service techniques, and financial literacy. Spanish ......More
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Thursday May 2 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Outreach: Head Start Class Visit
Danbury Library will visit Head Start Preschool Classes to read stories and talk about the library. If you are interested in scheduling outreach for your school or center, please contact Tara at the contact info below.
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Thursday May 2 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
The Housing Collective: Community Conversations
The Housing Collective has worked since 2006 to align communities and resources around collaborative regional responses to homelessness and housing affordability. Join group leaders Paul and Eliza for snacks and chats with fellow patrons about first-hand experienc......More
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Thursday May 2 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Outreach: STRIDES Student Visit
STRIDES students will continue learning about library professions, and help out with everyday library tasks.
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Thursday May 2 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Resource: APEX Community Care Table
APEX Community Care will have an information table set up on the Main Floor of the Library. APEX Community Care's mission is to advocate for and provide services to people living with HIV/AIDS, mental health, and substance use disorders, their families, and loved ones ......More
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Thursday May 2 3:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Homework Help
Teen volunteers will be available to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. Please let us know what grade you are in and what you need help with when you sign up, and bring your homework with you when you come for your appointment! Image URL: https://s3.a......More
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Thursday May 2 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Adult Chess Club
Adults of all skill levels are invited to participate in our weekly Adult Chess Club. Improve your game, learn new strategies, and compete against other chess players each week. William Mattison is an experienced chess player and he will be on hand to teach basic beginn......More
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Friday May 3 All Day
Grab and Go: Mother’s Day Card Craft
Mother’s day is almost here ! In this kit, you’ll be given all the pieces you need to create 3 special cards that you can use to write for your special loved ones. The cards are in the shape of a hedgehog, baby monkey and a cute Koala. This kit encourages children to......More
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Friday May 3 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Books and Breakfast: New and Upcoming Releases
Join us as one of our librarians showcases some of our new release and coming soon books for adults. You are welcome to bring your own coffee and breakfast to enjoy while hearing about these upcoming books. Time will be provided for you to browse the items discussed if ......More
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Outreach: Families Network Playgroup
Danbury Library will visit Families Network playgroup to speak with families about library books, cards, and resources. If you are interested in inviting the library to your center, please contact Tara at the contact info below.
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Saturday May 4 10:30am - 1:30pm EDT
English as a Second Language Class for Adults
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Learn basic reading, writing, speaking & listening skills at the library for free! This class meets in-person and is led by a certified English instructor in collaboration with Western Connecticut Regional Adult and Continuing Educatio......More
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Saturday May 4 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Adult Coloring Hour
Feeling stressed? Need some time to yourself? Come decompress during our Adult Coloring Hour! Color a high-quality coloring page with markers or colored pencils to take home with you while listening to quiet, calming music. Free! Registration required. Ages 16+. ......More
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Monday May 6 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Drop in: Toddler Play!
Join us in the Story Corner each week as we pull out our favorite toys and games for your little one to enjoy! Meet new friends and their grown ups while learning important social skills like sharing and taking turns. For children ages 1+ No registration required......More
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Monday May 6 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Talk Time: English Conversation Group
Join our conversation group and improve your English language skills! Various topics will be discussed each week. This class is designed for students who are at least at a low-intermediate level. Two sessions are available on Mondays - from 12–1pm and another ......More
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Monday May 6 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Club de lectura en español
Les invitamos a participar en nuestro nuevo club de lectura en español. Nos reuniremos todos los lunes a partir del 8 de abril hasta el 10 de junio. Los lectores tendrán la oportunidad de discutir la trama, los personajes, así como encontrar nuevas amistades. Este......More
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Monday May 6 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Teen Council Meeting
Teen Council members will meet in the library to discuss programs and volunteer opportunities. New members are welcome! Those who cannot attend in person can join our Google Meet. Registration is recommended for the meeting, and required to get the Google Meet link. ......More
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Monday May 6 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Therapy Mini Horses on the Plaza!
Meet certified therapy mini-horses: Lollypop and Whiskey! Drop in or stay the whole time. May is Mental Health Awareness month. Therapy animals encourage feelings of wellbeing, reduce stress, and generally improve a person’s physical or emotional functions. Come to......More
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Monday May 6 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Talk Time: English Conversation Group
Join our conversation group and improve your English language skills! Various topics will be discussed each week. This class is designed for students who are at least at a low-intermediate level. Two sessions are available on Mondays - from 12–1pm and another ......More
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Monday May 6 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Earth Day Crochet
Join Melissa Lefflbine to learn a beautiful and practical way to reduce, reuse and recycle! We'll be creating an exfoliating soap saver pouch using scrap cotton yarn. For students 10 and up and adults. This class is ideal for beginners, but all skill levels are wel......More
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Tuesday May 7 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Baby and Me Lapsit Storytime
Bond with your baby through songs, nursery rhymes, and simple stories! This in-person lap-sit storytime is designed for infants up to 18 months old and their caregivers. Free! For children up to 18 months and their caregivers. Registration recommended for each......More
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Tuesday May 7 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Toddler Storytime
Wiggle with your little ones during this music and movement based story time! Sing songs, listen to stories, and get ready to move! This in-person story time is designed for children ages 18-36 months. Free! Registration Recommended. Walk-ins are welcomed Im......More
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Tuesday May 7 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
LIVE, VIRTUAL: Community Partners Focus Group Session
Write our next chapter! Our Community Partners are invited to this virtual focus group session to help guide the Danbury Library's next strategic plan. We're looking for up to 20 participants to tell us their ideas and opinions about the future of the library......More
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Tuesday May 7 3:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Homework Help
Teen volunteers will be available to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. Please let us know what grade you are in and what you need help with when you sign up, and bring your homework with you when you come for your appointment! Image URL: https://s3.a......More
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Tuesday May 7 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Asian Art and Stories: China
Ni Hao! Come to the library and together we’ll explore China. In this program, we will explore the story behind chopsticks and more! Participants will be provided with chopsticks to decorate with decorative tape. Then participants will be challenged to grow their chopst......More
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Tuesday May 7 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speedcubing Club
Come join us to learn all about speedcubing! Beginners and experienced cubers are all welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach you to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube or learn to solve it faster. It's a great way to make new friends or keep up with old ones while e......More
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Tuesday May 7 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Visible Mending Lab with Sophia DeJesus-Sabella
Darning is the technique of mending a hole in cloth with a needle and thread alone. The process incorporates basic stitching and weaving to create beautiful, functional repairs. With a visible mending approach, we learn the basics on a provided fabric sample, incorpor......More
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Tuesday May 7 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
LIVE VIRTUAL: The World According to Gerri Griswold of White Memorial Conservation Center
Globe-trotting Gerri Griswold revisits some of her most beloved photographs from journeys through Europe, Russia, and South America. Join her on a houseboat in Paris and a windmill in the Netherlands. Ride on a sure-footed Icelandic horse across a frozen lake in the nor......More