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Gentle Crafting for Ages 10-16: Latch Hook Mossy Patch

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting, Technology & STEM

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.  

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Registration Required
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

The Nutcracker: Hear the Story, See a Performance, Learn a Dance

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Music & Performances

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.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Book Babies (0-23 Months)

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Join Miss Marie for Book Babies Storytime with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 0-23 months old with a caregiver. 

 

 

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Just Write: Writing Workshop for Adults

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Featured

Join us for a writing workshop to spark your creativity and help you discover your unique voice. Through a series of thought-provoking prompts, you'll have the opportunity to explore your inner writer and share your stories if you choose.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" 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

Nonprofit Volunteer Fair

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Programs & Outreach

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

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Registration Required
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, January 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

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 program.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gentle Yoga

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness

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.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn to play Ukulele in 90-Minutes

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances

In this class, you will learn how to hold, strum, and play simple chords, incorporating different genres of music. By the end of class, you will have learned some simple songs that will allow you to continue playing more songs in the future.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Computer Basics: Introduction to Windows 11

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM

Those who are new PC users or are thinking of updating their operating system from Windows 10 will benefit from this class, which teaches the basics of the latest Windows 11 operating system.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Cookies and Cocoa: A Teen Study Break

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness

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!

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

Monday Music with Kurt Gallagher

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Music & Performances

Join Kurt Gallagher as he plays some favorite kids’ songs for 45 minutes of fun! Best for families with children ages 5 and under! Drop-in for the first 150 families to arrive. 

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

CARES Crafts Club for Grades K-5

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Let’s come together and give back to our community! Join New Canaan CARES and New Canaan Library, with the helping hands of New Canaan Girl Scouts, to get crafty and create projects reflecting kindness and caring.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate French Conversation Class

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Special Programs & Outreach

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

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Women on the Edge Book Group

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Book Groups

This group reads books of all genres written by women with an emphasis on diverse, edgy, and emerging authors.

This month, we are reading The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner & Intermediate ESL Class

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Special Programs & Outreach

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

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Time for 2's

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy

Join Miss Marie for an 7-week Twos Storytime series with songs, rhymes, felt-board stories, and special books and marching! This class is for those who are 24-36 months old with a caregiver. 

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Book Babies ~Walkers (12-23 mos.)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy

Join Miss Rebecca for Book Babies (Walkers) Storytime with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 12-23 months old with a caregiver.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Tech

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM

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

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

Discovery Zone for Grades 1-2

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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

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 design and build a small swing. 

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner to Intermediate Spanish Conversation Group for Adults

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Special Programs & Outreach

Our Spanish Conversation group is designed for individuals with advanced beginner or intermediate skills. This  instructor-led session focuses on helping participants grow their confidence, expand their vocabulary, and streng

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Registration Required
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

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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

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.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Book Babies ~Walkers (12-23 mos.)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy

Join Miss Marie for Book Baby (Walkers) Storytime series with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 12-24 months old with a caregiver.

Open
Registration Required