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Must See Movie: Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game

1:30pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts, Films, & Music, History
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music, History
Event Details:

The story of Roger Sharpe, the young midwesterner who overturned New York City's 35 year-old ban on pinball machines.

Rated: NR, Runtime: 95 mins.

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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Picnic & Performance: Mr. Lobster

6:00pm–7:00pm
Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Special Events
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Front Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Join local musician and music teacher Mr. Lobster (Christian Loftus) for an interactive concert for kids!  You’ll dance, you’ll dream, and you’ll drink imaginary milkshakes.  Rain or Shine!

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 9th - 12th" group

*VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY* New Mother Care Kits

2:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help us show the new mothers of North Haven some love. We'll be making small kits to help promote self-care, mental wellness, and physical wellbeing. 

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.

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 9th - 12th" group

Readers & Writers

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Book Discussions, Hangout, Poetry & Writing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Book Discussions, Hangout, Poetry & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Readers and writers unite! Join us for this creative writing/book club combo hosted by our Youth Poet Laureate, Gavin Knauft.

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

Teen Music Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Arts, Films, & Music, Hangout, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Memorial Garden
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music, Hangout, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is run by awesome teen volunteers!

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Must See Movie: The Civil War's Lost Massacre

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts, Films, & Music, History
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music, History
Event Details:

Originally a supply depot for Union forces in Kentucky, Camp Nelson became the site where 10,000 Black soldiers trained in the Civil War. But in the war’s last months, these soldiers were attacked by bitter Southerners.

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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Picnic & Performance: Magic Matt

6:00pm–7:00pm
Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Special Events
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Front Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Matt Roberts brings his unique brand of astonishing magic, comedy and interaction to North Haven! Don’t miss this engaging show full of laughs and illusions. Rain or Shine!

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 9th - 12th" group

*VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY* Teen Volunteers at the Brain Wave Café

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming, Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming, Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours with us at the Senior Center! High school teens are invited to play brain games/puzzles, socialize, and offer light tech help to seniors at the Center’s new Brain Wave Café. 

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.

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

Computer Part Art: Teens & Families

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Adults
Arts & Crafts / DIY, Computer & Technology, Family, Hangout
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY, Computer & Technology, Family, Hangout
Registration Required
Event Details:

We've torn apart our old keyboards, computer mice, and wires to create a collection of cool art supplies. Your goal is to transform this old tech into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

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

6th Grade Murder Mystery Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
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:

Hey 6th graders! Did you know that our Teen Department LOVES Murder Mystery parties? It's true and we're having one just for you. Join us for our favorite magic school-themed mystery game. We hosted this last summer and it was huge hit. 

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 "Adults" group

Must See Movie: Game Changers

1:30pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts, Films, & Music, History
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music, History
Event Details:

This is the untold story of the personal battles that gave rise to the multibillion-dollar video game industry.

Rated: TV14, Runtime: 85 mins

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

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

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

This event is in the "Children" group
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

Submit a Poem for our Youth Poetry Contest

All Day
Children, Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Poetry & Writing
Virtual Event
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Event Details:

Calling all youth poets! North Haven students entering Kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to participate in our annual Youth Poetry Contest. This year's contest is presented by our 2025-2027 Youth Poet Laureate, Gavin Knauft.

Additional Information

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

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 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: Memorial Garden
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 teens? Come hang with us! We'll create a fun craft, play games, make friends, and share what we've been up to so far this summer. For this event, we'll meet in the Memorial Garden.

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

Teen Music Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Arts, Films, & Music, Hangout, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Memorial Garden
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music, Hangout, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is run by awesome teen volunteers!

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Must See Movie: Flyways

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults
Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Arts, Films, & Music
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Arts, Films, & Music
Event Details:

More than 200 species of shorebirds fly thousands of miles each year from feeding grounds in the Southern Hemisphere to breeding grounds in the Arctic and back again.

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 9th - 12th" group

*VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY* Teen Volunteers at the Brain Wave Café

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming, Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Hangout, Hobbies & Gaming, Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours with us at the Senior Center! High school teens are invited to play brain games/puzzles, socialize, and offer light tech help to seniors at the Center’s new Brain Wave Café. 

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

*VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY* Tea Time with Teens & Seniors

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts / DIY, Food & Drink, Volunteer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY, Food & Drink, Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's celebrate Afternoon Tea Week with a British-inspired tea party. We'll enjoy fresh tea, cookies, great conversation, games, and a fun craft. Bring a grandparent, neighbor, or friend!

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.

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
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Youth Poetry Contest Award Ceremony

6:00pm–7:00pm
Preschool, Children, Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th, Adults, All Ages
Poetry & Writing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special evening as we announce the winners of our annual Youth Poetry Contest: Power Up with Poetry. One winner will be chosen from each of our three grade brackets: Kindergarten - 5th, 6th-8th, and 9th-12th.

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

Teen Music Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Arts, Films, & Music, Hangout, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Memorial Garden
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music, Hangout, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is run by awesome teen volunteers!

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

DIY Felt Plush Keychain

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Middle Schoolers! End your summer with an adorable felt craft. We'll gently hand sew the cutest little characters and turn them into keychains. You can create any plush you want. Bring ideas!

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

Readers & Writers

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Book Discussions, Hangout, Poetry & Writing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9th - 12th
Program Type: Book Discussions, Hangout, Poetry & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Readers and writers unite! Join us for this creative writing/book club combo hosted by our Youth Poet Laureate, Gavin Knauft.

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 Labor Day

All Day 8/30–9/1
Closing
Branches:
North Haven Memorial Library
Description:

The Library will be closed, Saturday, August 30th and Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 2nd.

Branches:
North Haven Memorial Library
Description:

The Library will be closed, Monday, October 13th in observance of Columbus Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, October 14th.