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Arts at the Library: Moss Art Workshop for Adults

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

This moss art workshop will explore using natural materials to create an assemblage landscape painting. Moss Art uses art materials found in nature to create one-of-a-kind compositions.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group

Winter Wonderland: Story, Craft, and Art Exploration at the Carriage Barn

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Join Miss Rebecca at the Carriage Barn Arts Center for a Winter Wonderland story and fun crafts for all ages, then explore the Carriage Barn’s latest exhibit with your family!

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This event is in the "Grades K-5" group
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Open-ended Art Exploration with Barbara Rucci

Sunday, December 7, 2025 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 "Grades K-5" group

CARES Crafts Club for Grades K-5

Monday, December 8, 2025 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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This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Winter Stories and Crafts for Ages 2 and 3 Years

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room + Program Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Children ages 2-3 years and their caregivers, join Miss Rebecca for winter-themed stories, songs, movement, and crafts!

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

Creation Station for Grades 3-4

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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

Each month will feature a different hands on activity that invites children in grades 3-4 to design, create, build, explore and have fun. 

This month we're making a traveling board game.

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

Winter Stories and Crafts for Ages 2 and 3 Years

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room + Program Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Children ages 2-3 years and their caregivers, join Miss Rebecca for winter-themed stories, songs, movement, and crafts!

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

Maker Club for Grades 4-8

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

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.

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

Adaptive MakerLab Workshop for Teens and Young Adults: Sparkling Snowscapes

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

This is an adaptive art class for teens and young adults with disabilities. In this class we’ll assemble layers of wood into a 3D ornament. Using paint, glue, and glitter, you’ll bring your sparkling snowy scene to life.

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

Beginning and Intermediate Drawing Course.

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Discover the joy of drawing in this five-week course designed for both beginning and intermediate students.

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

Sewing Project for Ages 10-16: Graphic Quilt Block

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

Foundation paper piecing is a quilt making technique that can be used to create quilt blocks with high visual impact and precise details.

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

Gentle Crafting for Ages 10-16: Snow Globe Shakers

Friday, December 12, 2025 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 will be creating snow globe shakers.  We'll start with a 3D printed snow globe shape base and add a scene of your choice using the laser cutter.

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

Drop In 3-5's Saturday Storytime

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room + Program Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers, join Miss Dajana for a morning of stories, songs, movement, and crafts! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Art of Colored & Watercolor Pencil Drawing: 2 day workshop

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

In this two-day workshop, explore the expressive hues of colored pencils. On the first day, we will work with colored pencils, navigating cross-hatching, blending, and color analysis.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group

Celebrate and Learn about Chanukah

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting, Special Programs & Outreach

Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, is December 14 to December 22 this year.

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

The Art of Colored & Watercolor Pencil Drawing: 2 day workshop

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

In this two-day workshop, explore the expressive hues of colored pencils. On the first day, we will work with colored pencils, navigating cross-hatching, blending, and color analysis.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Diamond Painting for Adults: Winter Holiday Earrings

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

In this workshop, participants will create uniquely designed pairs of earrings. Diamond painting is like paint by numbers, but using small gemstones instead of paint.

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

Winter Stories and Crafts for Ages 2 and 3 Years

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room + Program Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Children ages 2-3 years and their caregivers, join Miss Rebecca for winter-themed stories, songs, movement, and crafts!

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

Teen Paint (ages 12-18)

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

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

Please pre-register. 

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

Winter Stories and Crafts for Ages 2 and 3 Years

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room + Program Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting, Storytimes & Early Literacy

Children ages 2-3 years and their caregivers, join Miss Rebecca for winter-themed stories, songs, movement, and crafts!

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

Maker Club for Grades 4-8

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

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.

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

Felt Penguin: Take & Make Craft Pick Up for Ages 12 to 19

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Kontulis Family Storytime Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

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. 

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginning and Intermediate Drawing Course.

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Discover the joy of drawing in this five-week course designed for both beginning and intermediate students.

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

MakerLab Explorers for Grades 3&4: Snow Globe Shakers

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting, Technology & STEM

Each month we will use MakerLab equipment to work on a project together.  This month we will be creating snow globe shakers and discussing the 3D printer and laser cutter.

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Registration Required