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North Haven Memorial Library
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The Library will be closed, Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 20th.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 6th - 8th" group
This event is in the "Grades 9th - 12th" group

Teen Winter Reading 2026

All Day
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Special Events
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Inspired by the 2026 Winter Olympics, this 4x4 bingo challenge is designed to get teens reading! 

Additional Information

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Adult Service Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Open to all patrons 18+

Additional Information

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 9th - 12th" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Take & Create: Winter Mystery

10:00am–8:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th, Adults
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Adult Service Desk
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (at the adult service desk) 
Pick up time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Tiny Hands Talk

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This easy-to-follow introduction to sign language is designed to help young learners express their needs and feelings without words.

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Online Author Talk: Julia Hotz

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Virtual Event
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Event Details:

Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging

Additional Information

Library Speaker Consortium

Please note, the Author Talk series is brought to the North Haven Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium, sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Because this series is facilitated by the Library Speakers Consortium, you must register for this event directly through the library's Author Talk portal (click here to register).  Upon successful registration, you will receive the link to join the webinar from the North Haven Memorial Library via info@libraryc.org. Please be sure to check your spam if you do not receive your registration email in a timely manner. If you have any difficulty registering for this event, please contact the library for assistance at 203-239-5803. Sponsored by The Friends of the North Haven Library.

Virtual Program

Reminder: This is a virtual program and will not be held at the library. You will receive a link to attend the online event.

This event is in the "Children" group

Pokemon Club

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children
Hobbies & Gaming
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Ages: 6 - 11yrs

Additional Information

No Registration

This is a drop in / walk in program. There is no registration required for this event.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 6th - 8th" group

Middle School Chess Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th
Hobbies & Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is run by an awesome teen volunteer!

Interested in learning the game of chess? Looking for more middle schoolers to play with? Join our highly-requested Middle School Chess Club!

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn AND have fun! Parent/Caregivers and their toddlers will interact with books, learn fingerplays, and sing. 

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Grades 9th - 12th" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Scratch Art: Travel

2:30pm–3:45pm
Grades 9th - 12th, Adults
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Grades 9th - 12th, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Scratch art is a technique where you scratch away a dark top layer with a stylus tool to reveal a travel destination in vibrant colors underneath.

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

Please Arrive On Time

Due to limited supplies and the disruption caused by restarting the class, entry is not allowed more than 10 minutes after the program starts.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Lullaby Library Tales

6:00pm–6:30pm
Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hush little baby don’t say a word… it’s time for a bedtime story!

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Baby Rhyme Time

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration is highly recommended but not required. Walk-ins are always welcome.  This program brings caregivers and babies together to nurture bonds and increase awareness of the child’s development.

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Creation Station: Clay Snow Buddy

4:00pm–5:00pm
Preschool, Children
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Event Details:

Ages: 3 - 10yrs with an adult

Additional Information

No Registration

This is a drop in / walk in program. There is no registration required for this event.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Murder Mystery Party: Poison on the Polar Express

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Special Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's extend the holiday festivities with a holly jolly Murder Mystery Party!

Welcome aboard the Northern Express! Railroad giant, PolaRail, is proud to present you with a special ride on their most popular steam locomotive.

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Hobbies & Gaming
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Ages: 4 - 12yrs
Drop by and create with LEGO™! We provide the LEGOs™ and you provide the creativity! 

Additional Information

No Registration

This is a drop in / walk in program. There is no registration required for this event.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Musical Journey on the Appalachian Trail

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Hobbies & Gaming, Local
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Hobbies & Gaming, Local
Registration Required
Event Details:

On Pi Day 2021, 67-year-old Skip Fredericksen of New Hartford embarked on the journey of a lifetime: a 205-day thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, stretching from Amicalola Falls, Georgia to Mount Katahdin, Maine.

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Parent Playdate

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages: Parents/Caregivers of children ages 0 - 5yrs

Additional Information

No Registration

This is a drop in / walk in program. There is no registration required for this event.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Calm Connections

11:00am–12:00pm
Preschool, Children
Hangout
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Hangout
Event Details:

Ages: Parents/Caregivers of children ages 0 - 5yrs

Additional Information

No Registration

This is a drop in / walk in program. There is no registration required for this event.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Sprouts Garden Club

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children
Animals, Gardening, & Nature
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animals, Gardening, & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dig into the basics of gardening throughout the seasons with the Library and the North Haven Garden Club!  We’ll learn some beginner-friendly tips and blend crafting with planting projects to inspire young green thumbs.

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Tutu Tuesday

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Time for too-too much fun! If you and your child have a tutu or bow tie, wear it while enjoying music, dancing, and a story. 

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Children" group

Junior Debate Club

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children
Hangout
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Hangout
Registration Required
Event Details:

Should all books have pictures in them? Are hot dogs a sandwich? Join our junior debate club to share your thoughts about serious and silly topics, as well as everything in-between.

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 6th - 8th" group

Popsicle Stick Bridges with NHHS STEM Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th
Arts & Crafts / DIY, STEAM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your engineering skills with tape and popsicle sticks. Grab a buddy, build a bridge, and compete to see whose creation can hold the most books. 

This program is run by North Haven High School's awesome STEM Club!

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn AND have fun! Parent/Caregivers and their toddlers will interact with books, learn fingerplays, and sing. 

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.

Photography/Recordings

Per the North Haven Memorial Library's Program Policy, the library reserves the right to to photograph/record individuals and groups attending library services and programs. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Participants may request from a staff member that their image, or that of their child, not be used by the Library for these purposes.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grades 6th - 8th" group
This event is in the "Grades 9th - 12th" group

Magic: The Gathering - Teen Meetup

2:30pm–4:00pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Stop by Teen Haven to meet and play with other MTG fans. Bring your deck(s) to compete and your favorite cards to show and tell. 

Additional Information

Liability Waver

By registering for this program, the individual(s) and/or parent/legal guardian of the registered child(ren) do hereby agree to waive, release, and hold harmless the Town of North Haven and its agents and employees from any and all causes of action including personal injury and/or property damage.