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Embroidery for Beginners

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Welcome to the cozy and creative world of embroidery! In this workshop, beginners will learn a number of techniques from this ancient form of art.

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Storytelling with The Moth

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops

Learn storytelling from the best in this introductory workshop with The Moth.

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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

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM

Math Buddies* is hosting a math game club for elementary students at the New Canaan Library. All students in grades K-4 are welcome!

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Gentle Yoga

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, 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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Chair Yoga

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness

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

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Intermediate French Conversation Class

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Special Programs & Outreach

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

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

First Aid Training by New Canaan EMS

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness, Special Programs & Outreach

Learn First Aid from New Canaan EMS and save a life!

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner & Intermediate ESL Class

Monday, March 9, 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 "Adults" group

German Conversation Class

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops

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

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

Discovery Zone for Grades 1-2

Tuesday, March 10, 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 build a small magnetic swing using materials provided. 

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner to Intermediate Spanish Conversation Group for Adults

Tuesday, March 10, 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 lively, instructor-led session focuses on helping participants grow their confidence, expand their vocabulary, and stre

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Advanced Excel: Dashboards & Data Visualization

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM

In this advanced Excel class, you will learn how to transform data into clear, compelling visual insights by focusing on designing easy-to-read layouts, highlighting key metrics with conditional formatting, and creating interactive elements such a

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

Party: Warrior Cats Series for Grades 3-6

Tuesday, March 10, 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

Calling all fans of Erin Hunter's Warrior Cats series! Join us for a celebration of the Warrior Cats. Enjoy pizza, Warriors-inspired crafts and games, and more! Chat about the Warriors with other fans!

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Cut the Cord to Cable

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM

Tired of your ever-rising cable bill? If you’re considering cutting the cord, then this class will give you the latest information on possible options and alternatives.

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

CANCELLED: Live Girl Confidence Club for Grades 5-8

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Special Programs & Outreach

Confidence Club provides girls with a positive adult role model and creates a safe space for girls to develop self-esteem and social emotional intelligence. Confidence Club is a facilitated discussion group that creates a BRAVE SPACE for girl

Cancelled
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Highlighting Medical Databases

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness, Technology & STEM

Interested in the databases that New Canaan Library has to offer? Join Reference Librarian Flannery to learn how to access and use New Canaan Library's medical databases.

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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

Books for Good: A Peer Led Book Group for Grades 5-8

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Classes & Workshops

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.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Time to Type: Typing Practice Workshop

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology & STEM

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
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Cooking Demo: Sri Lankan Cuisine

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Kend Kitchen + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops

Discover the vibrant flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine in this hands-on demonstration class.

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

Embroidery for Beginners

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Welcome to the cozy and creative world of embroidery! In this workshop, beginners will learn a number of techniques from this ancient form of art.

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

Terrarium Making Workshop for Ages 12 to 18

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops

Join us as we make small glass succulent terrariums! In this class, you will learn how to make your own living succulent terrarium. You will be able to add finishing touches by using cute mini frogs, hedgehogs, and foxes!

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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

The Battle of Guilford Courthouse: Wargame for ages 12-18

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Featured, Special Programs & Outreach

On March 15, 1781, British General Lord Cornwallis’s army of 2,100 men engaged a Continental army under Major General Nathanael Greene at Guilford Court House, near present-day Greensboro, North Carolina.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Chair Yoga

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness

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

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

Intermediate French Conversation Class

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room + Program Room B at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Special Programs & Outreach

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

Open
Registration Required