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Maker Club for Grades 4-8

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 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
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Adaptive MakerLab Workshop for Teens and Young Adults: Felt Spring Bunny

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

Get ready for spring with these adorable little bunnies! Participants will get to choose from a variety of felt, ribbon, and pom poms to make their own customized bunny ornament. We will assemble the ornaments using simple hand sewing techniques.

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

MakerLab Explorers for Grades 3&4: Wind Tunnel Challenge

Thursday, March 19, 2026 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 exploring aerodynamics as we take on the challenge of building an aircraft that can hover in our air tunnel.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Watercolor Painting: 3 session series

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Please note this course is for NEW STUDENTS who did not take the February 2026 class. 

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons Campaign: The Lost Mines of Phandelver

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops

You and your party have been approached by a dwarf named Gundren Rockseeker who is looking for someone to escort a shipment of goods to the nearby town of Phandalin.

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

Counting Sheep: Teen Paint (ages 12-18)

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 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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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, March 25, 2026 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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

LEGO Robotics with Code Ninjas for Grades 4-8

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting

Join our exciting after-school program on LEGO Robotics! Discover the world of STEM through hands-on building and programming with LEGO SPIKE.

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This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Gentle Crafting for Ages 10-16: Miniature Bakery Painting

Friday, March 27, 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 will have miniature bakery items made from polymer clay primed and ready to paint!  Pick your order, paint and create a mini to-go box to carry them home in.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Watercolor Painting: 3 session series

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Please note this course is for NEW STUDENTS who did not take the February 2026 class. 

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

Introduction to Watercolor Painting: 3 session series

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Please note this course is for NEW STUDENTS who did not take the February 2026 class. 

Closed
Registration Required
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3D Printer Training for Ages 8-Adult

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM

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.

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STEAM Bridge Challenge for Grades 5-8

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM

Get ready to think like an engineer, design like an architect, and compete like a champion!

Registration opens March 1 at 8am. For students in grades 5-8.

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

MakerLab Explorers for Grades 3&4: Iron-On Vinyl Pencil Cases

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Making & Crafting, Technology & STEM

Each month we will use MakerLab equipment and skills to work on a project together.  This month, we will learn about the Cricut Maker and create our own pencil cases using iron-on vinyl.  Our design can include text and one image.

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3D Printer Training for Ages 8-Adult

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM

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.

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

Java Coding for Grades 5-8 (Rescheduled)

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM

Journey through the fascinating world of Java through the 1.5 hour interactive program for grades five through eight! This program is perfect for students fascinated with coding and want to simulate real-world applications.

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

Arts at the Library: Learn the Art of Mosaic for First Timers

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

Discover the timeless craft of mosaic art in our engaging two-session workshop at the library. Mosaic is a 4000-year-old art form that uses bits of decorative glass, tiles, and other materials to create geometric designs.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Arts at the Library: Learn the Art of Mosaic for First Timers

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Making & Crafting

Discover the timeless craft of mosaic art in our engaging two-session workshop at the library. Mosaic is a 4000-year-old art form that uses bits of decorative glass, tiles, and other materials to create geometric designs.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Time to Type: Typing Practice Workshop

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson MakerLab 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 "Tweens & Teens" group

Gentle Crafting for Ages 10-16: Felt Flowers

Friday, April 17, 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 will make felt flower bouquets.  There will be several patterns to introduce you to techniques but creation will be open-ended.  

Open
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

3D Design Project for Grades 4-7: Pixel Fidget

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEM

Each month we will take on a 3D design project using a CAD software.

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

Teen Paint (ages 12-18)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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. 

Open
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, April 22, 2026 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 "Adults" group

The Joy of Drawing Course: Beginner and Intermediate Levels

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Anderson MakerLab at New Canaan Library
Program Type:
Art & Architecture, Classes & Workshops, Making & Crafting

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

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Registration Required