Event List

During the Cold War, the US State Department used Modern architecture as a powerful form of cultural diplomacy, designing embassies to express the ideals of a progressive, democratic society. David B.

In this class, learn how to get started with LinkedIn Learning, the library’s newest resource that you can use to learn new skills at your own pace, with over 16,000 professionally designed courses available for free!

For decades, we built software that did what it was told--and nothing else.

This course offers a comprehensive foundation in drawing for beginners and those who wish to further enhance their skills.

This is a small-group training session to learn how to use the BambuLab P1S 3D printer in the Library's MakerLab.  This session is open to ages 8-adult.  Registration opens March 1 at 8am.

Homer's The Odyssey, recorded over 2,000 years ago, remains one of the most beloved stories in human history. The epic follows Odysseus's journey home after 10 long years of fighting in The Trojan War.

New Canaan Library is pleased to present Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Jodi Kantor in conversation with New York Times journalist Ron Lieber for a thought-provoking discussion about an essential question: how, in these challenging times, can a

This is a weekly, one-hour workshop where patrons can build up their typing skills. Bring a computer from home or let us know if you need to borrow a Library laptop. Stay for the full hour or for as long as you need!

Open Morning for Writers is once-a-month quiet writing space for writers at New Canaan Library.  There will not be any instruction or talking in the room. 

Using almost nothing but reused, repurposed, and dumpster-dived materials, Alex Eaves and Derek “Deek” Diedricksen convert a 17-foot moving truck into a 98-square-foot tiny house and mobile reuse education center.

Join us for an immersive cultural experience that celebrates tradition, mentorship, and the next generation of artists.

We have teamed up with the New Canaan YMCA to create a tranquil, foundation-building class designed to introduce new students to yoga, as well as offer regular practitioners a gentle class to complement their yoga practice.

We are pleased to continue our partnership with the New Canaan YMCA to bring you Chair Yoga.

Our French Conversation class focuses on culture, conversation, vocabulary, and grammar. Students will engage in various activities to practice the language.

Join us for our Beginner & Intermediate English Language Learning Class on Mondays at 6:30 pm.  

In this timely and practical talk, Lindsay Tanne Howe, Founder & CEO of LogicPrep and a featured expert in Town & Country’s list of top college admissions counselors, shares how early, intentional decision-making shapes a powerful and auth

New Canaan Library is pleased to present author Colm Tóibín for a special evening celebrating his latest work.

Looking to strengthen your German in a relaxed, supportive setting? Join our weekly German Conversation Class and build confidence through guided, real-time discussion.

Beloved grandmother and social media star Grace Geramita (better known as Nonna Gracie) and her grandson Matt Gresia present Sunday Dinner with Nonna Gracie: Traditional Italian Recipes for Gathering and Sharing.

In this class, you will learn the basics of an Apple iPad. How do you use it? What are the different models? What are the alternatives to this device? These questions and more will be answered!

Open Tech is a weekly drop-in program held every Tuesday from 2:00-4:00 PM.

This is a small-group training session to learn how to use the BambuLab P1S 3D printer in the Library's MakerLab.  This session is open to ages 8-adult.  Registration opens March 1 at 8am.

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

Have you ever wanted to create your own website? Join Reference Librarian, Kassidy, as we learn all about Google Sites, a free website builder.