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Bedazzled Book Covers

Bedazzle a Book & Music

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Age Group:
Grades 9th - 12th, Adults

There’s a new trend and it might just be our most favorite thing yet –bedazzling books!

Open
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:

There’s a new trend and it might just be our most favorite thing yet –bedazzling books!

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.

audiobook cover

Thursday Morning Book Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

For the month of February, we will be discussing Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

For the month of February, we will be discussing Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson.

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.

photo of author with book

Online Author Talk: Dr. Lindsey Stewart

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Age Group:
Adults

Feminist philosopher Dr.

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

Feminist philosopher Dr.

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.

Sit and stitch at north haven memorial library with three balls of yarn and knitting needles

Sit & Stitch at North Haven Memorial Library

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a relaxing Sit & Stitch session at the library. Bring your current projects or works-in-progress, yarn, and tools to work with other fiber artists and chat!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing Sit & Stitch session at the library. Bring your current projects or works-in-progress, yarn, and tools to work with other fiber artists and chat!

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.

Program name in grey letters outlined in black over colorful patterned background

Teen Homeschool Hangout

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts / DIY, Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th

Interested in meeting other homeschooled teens? Come to our monthly teen homeschool hangout! We'll create a fun craft, play games, make friends, and share what we've been up to since the last time we met. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY, Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in meeting other homeschooled teens? Come to our monthly teen homeschool hangout! We'll create a fun craft, play games, make friends, and share what we've been up to since the last time we met. 

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.

movie poster

Must See Movie: Hurricane Helene's Deadly Warning

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Arts, Films, & Music
Age Group:
Adults

How Hurricane Helene became an ominous warning about America’s lack of preparedness. With NPR, drawing on a decade of reporting on disasters and their aftermath, how and why the U.S.

Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Arts, Films, & Music
Event Details:

How Hurricane Helene became an ominous warning about America’s lack of preparedness. With NPR, drawing on a decade of reporting on disasters and their aftermath, how and why the U.S.

Additional Information

No Registration

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

Closed for Washington's Birthday

All Day
North Haven Memorial Library

The Library will be closed, Monday, February 16th in observance of Washington's Birthday. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 17th.

Closing
Branches:
North Haven Memorial Library
Description:

The Library will be closed, Monday, February 16th in observance of Washington's Birthday. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 17th.

Program name in white, yellow, and black letters with a graphic of a chessboard and 6 chess pieces

Middle School Chess Club

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Haven at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th

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!

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.

Image of the Turtle, the world's first submarine

The Turtle

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults

The Turtle was America's first submarine, created by David Bushnell, a graduate of Yale University, with a documented record of use in combat against an enemy vessel, on September 6, 1776 in New York City Harbor.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Turtle was America's first submarine, created by David Bushnell, a graduate of Yale University, with a documented record of use in combat against an enemy vessel, on September 6, 1776 in New York City Harbor.

Additional Information

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.

photo of author

Local Author Talk: Roberto Alfaro

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Local
Age Group:
Adults

"Fighting Through The Hurdles of My Life", captures Roberto Alfaro’s inspiring story of survival, heartbreak, redemption, and ultimately beating the odds in a way no one expected.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Local
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Fighting Through The Hurdles of My Life", captures Roberto Alfaro’s inspiring story of survival, heartbreak, redemption, and ultimately beating the odds in a way no one expected.

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.

Tai Chi with Debbie

Tai Chi with Debbie

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise.  You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form.  It is very gentle on your joints, it increases strength and mobility, decreases stress and gre

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise.  You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form.  It is very gentle on your joints, it increases strength and mobility, decreases stress and gre

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.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

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Online Author Talk: Tom Crouch

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Age Group:
Adults

The event description is coming soon!

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch

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

The event description is coming soon!

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch

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.

Image of the cover of the book Deke Me by Kimberly Readnour

Romance Book Club

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Hangout
Age Group:
Adults

For the month of February, we will be reading and discussing Deke Me by Kimberly Readnour. The author will be joining the book club discussion via Zoom! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Hangout
Registration Required
Event Details:

For the month of February, we will be reading and discussing Deke Me by Kimberly Readnour. The author will be joining the book club discussion via Zoom! 

Additional Information

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.

Program name in black letters over beige background with book image

Readers & Writers for Homeschooled Teens

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Teen Haven at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Hangout
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th

Readers and writers unite! Join us for this creative writing/book club combo. We'll share our favorite books, chat about our latest writings, and get those creative juices flowing with fun activities.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Book Discussions, Hangout
Registration Required
Event Details:

Readers and writers unite! Join us for this creative writing/book club combo. We'll share our favorite books, chat about our latest writings, and get those creative juices flowing with fun activities.

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.

movie poster

Must See Movie: Lee

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts, Films, & Music, History
Age Group:
Adults

War correspondent Lee Miller travels to the front lines of World War II to embark on a mission to uncover the hidden truths of the Third Reich. But in the wake of betrayal, a reckoning will come over the truths of her own past.

Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music, History
Event Details:

War correspondent Lee Miller travels to the front lines of World War II to embark on a mission to uncover the hidden truths of the Third Reich. But in the wake of betrayal, a reckoning will come over the truths of her own past.

Additional Information

No Registration

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

Tai Chi with Debbie

Tai Chi with Debbie

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise.  You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form.  It is very gentle on your joints, it increases strength and mobility, decreases stress and gre

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise.  You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form.  It is very gentle on your joints, it increases strength and mobility, decreases stress and gre

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.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

German flag in a conversation bubble

German Conversation Group

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Culture & Travel, Hangout
Age Group:
Adults
German:

Come practice your German speaking in an informal group.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture & Travel, Hangout
Registration Required

German

Come practice your German speaking in an informal group.

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.

cartoon people sitting on oversized books and talking

Book Chat

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Book Chat:

Join us for a lively gathering of book lovers! Share your current reads, spark intriguing conversations, and discover your next favorite book in a relaxed atmosphere. Don't miss th...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required

Book Chat

Join us for a lively gathering of book lovers! Share your current reads, spark intriguing conversations, and discover your next favorite book in a relaxed atmosphere. Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow readers and explore the magic of literature!

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.

Program name in black letters with a white outline and a graphic of books and one teacup

Lit Lounge: YA Book Club for Adults

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Haven at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to Lit Lounge. This chill book club is designed for adult readers of young adult (YA) literature. Once a month we'll invite adults into our new teen space to chat about a trendy YA genre/subgenre.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Lit Lounge. This chill book club is designed for adult readers of young adult (YA) literature. Once a month we'll invite adults into our new teen space to chat about a trendy YA genre/subgenre.

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.

Tai Chi with Debbie

Tai Chi with Debbie

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise.  You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form.  It is very gentle on your joints, it increases strength and mobility, decreases stress and gre

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise.  You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form.  It is very gentle on your joints, it increases strength and mobility, decreases stress and gre

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.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

audiobook cover

Thursday Morning Book Club

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

For the month of March, we will be discussing Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

For the month of March, we will be discussing Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly.

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.

Sit and stitch at north haven memorial library with three balls of yarn and knitting needles

Sit & Stitch at North Haven Memorial Library

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a relaxing Sit & Stitch session at the library. Bring your current projects or works-in-progress, yarn, and tools to work with other fiber artists and chat!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing Sit & Stitch session at the library. Bring your current projects or works-in-progress, yarn, and tools to work with other fiber artists and chat!

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.

Image of the Book Cover of the book All the Missing Pieces by Catherine Cowles

Romance Book Club

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Hangout
Age Group:
Adults

For the month of March, we will be reading and discussing All the Missing Pieces by Catherine Cowles.   

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Hangout
Registration Required
Event Details:

For the month of March, we will be reading and discussing All the Missing Pieces by Catherine Cowles.   

Additional Information

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.

cartoon people sitting on oversized books and talking

Book Chat

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at North Haven Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Book Chat:

Join us for a lively gathering of book lovers! Share your current reads, spark intriguing conversations, and discover your next favorite book in a relaxed atmosphere. Don't miss th...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required

Book Chat

Join us for a lively gathering of book lovers! Share your current reads, spark intriguing conversations, and discover your next favorite book in a relaxed atmosphere. Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow readers and explore the magic of literature!

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.