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Scratch Game Lab for Grades 3-5

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Grades K-5
Event Details:

Each month we will focus on a coding concept and game style as we work to develop our own games in Scratch. After we cover the basics, you will be able to make your game your own t...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Discovery Zone for Grades 1-2: Can it survive hurricane winds?

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Discovery Zone will focus on the concepts of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) for children in 1st and 2nd grade. This month children will be presented with t...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Kids Edition: Groove on the Green

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Anderson Terrace at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Parents and children ages 5 and up can join us to experience the beauty and energy of Brazilian rhythms and dance with an intimate live performance. Includes participation, instrum...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
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Bollywood Dance at the Library

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Get ready for a thrilling and high-energy Bollywood workout dance class! It's your chance to experience an exciting workout set to intense, rhythmic beats while bonding as a family...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Math Buddies for grades K-4th

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Math Buddies* is hosting a math game club for elementary students at the New Canaan Library. All students in grades K-4 are welcome! Students will be grouped by age and/or math ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Chinese Language School of CT presents: The Joy of Celebration for ages 4 and up!

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and engaging afternoon with the Chinese Language School of CT!    Participants will learn about the origin of rituals, myths( in A story ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Open-ended Art Exploration with Barbara Rucci

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Famlies can drop in to come make art with Barbara Rucci! We will have 3 different art stations where you can explore your creativity. No registration needed, this is a drop-in...

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.

Radiant Reviewers Book Group for Grades 4-6: TASTY TALES Semester

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens
Event Details:

Are you ready to be a book reviewer? Do you love to cook? Join the Radiant Reviewers for a semester of Tasty Tales! We will meet once a month (3/26, 5/7, and 6/4) to discuss a book...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Story Starters for Grades K-2

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Are you a budding writer in Grades K to 2? Join Miss Rebecca for a storytelling–and story writing–extravaganza! We’ll play games to get imaginations flowing, then put ideas to pape...

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This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Learn Chess in One Day: Children Grades 1-12 and Families

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Beginner and intermediate chess players, join Chessin1day.com rated* chess instructors to learn everything you need to know to get started or to sharpen yo...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Little Bookworms: Book Group for Grades K-1

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join Miss Rebecca for our K-1st Book Club, featuring hands-on games and crafts! This month, we will read The Scariest Kitten in the World by Kate Messner together at the Libra...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Mutt-i-grees: Meet a Dog

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Merrill Event Lawn at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join Dod the Dog Guy from Stepping Stones Museum for Children for an inspiring book, lessons on approaching a dog you’d like to meet and then actually meet REAL dogs that have a wo...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party: Stargazers

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach
Age Group:
Kids, Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

New Canaan Library is inviting you to kick off our summer reading program! Join us for a gryphon egg scavenger hunt around the first floor of the library, enjoy Mythical drinks in ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.

Quiz Game Book Group for Grades 4-6

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kontulis Family Storytime Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Jeopardy? Ready to put your memory to the test? Kids entering grades 4 to 6, join us once a month for the Quiz Game Book Group! Each month, we'll assign a book for...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Minecraft Adventure for Grades 3-5

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Have fun with STEM challenges in Minecraft!  TD3 Innovative Gaming will be our guide as we take on a series of challenges that will demand creative problem-solving and teamwor...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Speed Chess Tournament (USCF-Rated Competitors): Summer Solstice Blitz

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Special Programs & Outreach, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, Adults, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

USCF-rated chess players are invited to join this tournament, organized by the 32 Pieces Chess Club. Please see the attached flyer for tournament details. REGISTER HERE. (R...

This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Scratch Game Lab for Grades 3-5

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Grades K-5
Event Details:

Each month we will focus on a coding concept and game style as we work to develop our own games in Scratch. After we cover the basics, you will be able to make your game your own t...

Open
Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Solar System Mobile for Grades 3-4

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Let's bring the wonders of the universe right into your home with this easy to make hanging mobile of the sun and planets.  This program is intended for children entering 3...

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This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.

Engineering for Space Demonstration for Grades 5-8th

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens
Event Details:

Join the Sacred Heart University's Discovery Science Center & Planetarium for a Engineering for space program.  It’s hard enough to escape the Earth’s gravitational pul...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

SHU Discovery Science Center & Planetarium Presents Laws of Motion for Grades K-5

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Join the Sacred Heart University's Discovery Science Center & Planetarium for a laws of motion demonstration.  The force is all around us… the forces of motio...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Math Buddies for Grades 1st-4th

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Math Buddies* is hosting a math game club for elementary students at the New Canaan Library. All students entering grades 1-4 are welcome! Students will be grouped by age and/or...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Mad Science Rocket and Glider Show

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Merrill Event Lawn at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

3! 2! 1! BLAST OFF! Join Mad Science to learn and witness all the ins and outs of rocketry and gliders! See different types of rockets and planes to learn how and why they take off...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.

Space Optical Illusion Craft for Grades 2-3

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Technology & STEM
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5
Event Details:

Children in grades 2-3, will make two easy mind-bending optical illusion space themed crafts.  This program is intended for children entering 2nd & 3rd grade in the fal...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group.
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.

Bollywood Dance at the Library

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Grades K-5, Tweens & Teens, All Ages/Families
Event Details:

Get ready for a thrilling and high-energy Bollywood workout dance class! It's your chance to experience an exciting workout set to intense, rhythmic beats while bonding as a family...

Required