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Book Chat

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Event Details:

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...

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

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.

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, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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 t...

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.

Different food that can help prevent cancer

Livestrong with Cancer

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Event Details:

Join Marisa McCoy, a Registered Dietitian from ShopRite of Wallingford, in a presentation on Livestrong foods for fighting cancer. Learn what foods can help to prevent cancer, comb...

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

Join Marisa McCoy, a Registered Dietitian from ShopRite of Wallingford, in a presentation on Livestrong foods for fighting cancer.

Photo of Dr. Shunyu Li

Discover the Ancient Art of 5-Element Qi Gong

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Event Details:

Awaken balance and vitality with 5-Element Qi Gong: join Dr. Shunyu Li, Doctor of Chinese Medicine, for an introduction to 5-Element Qi Gong—an ancient practice that restores balan...

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

Awaken balance and vitality with 5-Element Qi Gong: join Dr.

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Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Hangout, Volunteer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hangout, Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our Teen Advisory Board (TAB) features a group of awesome teen volunteers who are interested in the inner workings of the library.

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.

Volunteer

To earn Community Services hours for this event, you need to be either a resident of North Haven OR a student at a North Haven Public School.

Teen Homeschool Hangout

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Arts & Crafts / DIY, Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY, Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to meet other homeschooled teens? Come hang with us! We'll play games, work on a craft, and share what we’ve been up to since our last hangout.

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.

Closed for Martin Luther King Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Haven Memorial Library
Description:

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

Take & Create: Winter Mystery

10:00am–8:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th, Adults
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Upcoming
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Readers & Writers for Homeschooled Teens

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Book Discussions, Hangout
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.

Teen Spotlight Challenge: All Month Long

All Day
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Hobbies & Gaming
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Adult Service Desk
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Get excited for our Teen Spotlight Challenge! Each month we'll be highlighting a special part of our library. Think you can find it?

Additional Information

No Registration

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

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.

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.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Hangout, Volunteer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hangout, Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our Teen Advisory Board (TAB) features a group of awesome teen volunteers who are interested in the inner workings of the library.

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.

Volunteer

To earn Community Services hours for this event, you need to be either a resident of North Haven OR a student at a North Haven Public School.

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.

Teen Homeschool Hangout

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Arts & Crafts / DIY, Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
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.

Closed for Washington's Birthday

All Day
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.

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.

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.

High School Game Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab a buddy and come hangout at our high school game night! We'll have the Switch on the big TV and a bunch of fun board/card games. 

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.

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: Craft Corner
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.

Readers & Writers for Homeschooled Teens

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Book Discussions, Hangout
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.

Teen Spotlight Challenge: All Month Long

All Day
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Hobbies & Gaming
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Adult Service Desk
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Get excited for our Teen Spotlight Challenge! Each month we'll be highlighting a special part of our library. Think you can find it?

Additional Information

No Registration

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

Closed for Good Friday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Haven Memorial Library
Description:

The Library will be closed, Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday. We will reopen on Saturday, April 2nd.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Haven Memorial Library
Description:

The Library will be closed, Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th.