Event List

Get ready for an exciting two-hour session of the introduction to digital electronics program led by New Canaan High student Medha!

Each month we will take on a 3D design project using a CAD software.  This month, we will be creating custom magnets using Tinkercad.

The Next Chapter Book Club is a social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories.  At every meeting each member is given a turn to read reg

Join us each month as we create a seasonal painting in acrylic! All skill levels are welcome. 

Please pre-register. 

Maker Club is an open time for students in grades 4-8 to play games, work on a project, or tinker- it is up to you.  Ten laptops will be available for computer games as well as an assortment of board games if you'd like to stay offline.

Swing by the library to pick up the supplies for a make-at-home craft! Everything you need will be in your kit, so it's perfect for a study break or long weekend trip. 

Your party is entrusted with testing the security system within a mysterious mansion within the Plane of Fey. When the system goes rogue traps the party within, they must battle their way through the security system's traps and defenses.

Middle schoolers in grades 6-8, join us each month for a book discussion, board game, and pizza. You can pick up each month's selection at the Library to read at home before the meeting. 

Please join the Waitlist below if you interested in attending as we are actively working on expanding capacity for this program. 

Are you a fan of Jeopardy? Ready to put your memory to the test? Kids in grades 2 to 6, join us once a month for the Quiz Game Book Group! Each month, we'll assign a book for you to read at home.

Join accomplished pianist and teen volunteer Cary Wang to learn advanced music theory and enhance your piano performance.

The Next Chapter Book Club is a social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories.  At every meeting each member is given a turn to read reg

Award-winning sportswriter Ivan Maisel brings the forgotten legend of Notre Dame head football coach Frank Leahy back to life, based on rare and complete access to Fighting Irish football historical archives and the Leahy family.

Each month, teen leaders from LiveGirl, S.T.A.R., and New Canaan Library guide participants in discussion around a selected realistic or historical fiction book. Open to anyone in grades 5-8.

Wind down from the school-week with a gentle crafting project.  This month, we'll learn latch hook techniques to cultivate serene mossy patches using various yarns and pipe cleaners to create layers of verdant texture.  

The New England Academy of Dance (NEAD) brings the magic of The Nutcracker ballet to New Canaan Library showcasing dancers from the company as well as esteemed professionals from New York City.

In partnership with New Canaan Community Foundation, New Canaan Library is thrilled to host a Nonprofit Volunteer Fair

Teens come and take a break from studying for a Sweet P Bakery cookie and cup of cocoa. Warm up and enjoy a sweet treat while giving yourself a 15-minute brain break. No registration required—limited supplies, first come, first served!

Are you ready to be a book reviewer? Passionate readers in grades 4 to 6, join Miss Rebecca to learn how professional book reviewers talk about books.

Take a paws and join us for "Bunny Break," a delightful study break! Relax and recharge with Xen's Creatures adorable big bunnies and playful baby bunnies in a cozy, welcoming space at the library.

Maker Club is an open time for students in grades 4-8 to play games, work on a project, or tinker- it is up to you.  Ten laptops will be available for computer games as well as an assortment of board games if you'd like to stay offline.

Unlock your creativity and problem-solving skills in this hands-on workshop!

Middle schoolers in grades 6-8, join us each month for a book discussion, board game, and pizza. You can pick up each month's selection at the Library to read at home before the meeting. 

Join accomplished pianist and teen volunteer Cary Wang to learn advanced music theory and enhance your piano performance.