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Image of the Turtle, the world's first submarine

The Turtle

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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 ...

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.

person meditating with mountains in the background

Guided Meditation

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Meditation:

Slow down, take a deep breath, and let’s meditate together! Join Johanne Vannelli as she leads us through a mindfulness and meditation session. Johanne Vannelli is a certif...

Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
cartoon people sitting on oversized books and talking

Book Chat

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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...

Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Bedazzled book cover and supplies

Bedazzle a Book & Movie

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Event Details:

There’s a new trend and it might just be our most favorite thing yet –bedazzling books!Bring a trade paperback book with a cover that you like and then bling the picture or title b...

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!

Healthy Eating on a Budget

Healthy Eating on a Budget

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Event Details:

Join Marisa, McCoy, a Registered Dietitian from the ShopRite of Wallingford, for a fun and informative presentation on how to eat healthy on a budget. Learn helpful tips and tricks...

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 the ShopRite of Wallingford, for a fun and informative presentation on how to eat healthy on a budget. Learn helpful tips and tricks to save both your waistline and your wallet!

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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:

Kids just wanna have fun, but sometimes a big library can be overstimulating.

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.

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.

Petals for Spring: Cherry Blossom Painting

6:00pm–7:45pm
Grades 9th - 12th, Adults
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Full
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:

Spring is almost here and the cherry blossom trees always let us know! Follow along with simple step-by-step instructions to create your own cherry blossom tree masterpiece to welcome spring!

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.

Take & Create: Spring 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, March 17, 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.

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.

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.

Toddler Time

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:

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.

Guided Meditation

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required

Meditation

Slow down, take a deep breath, and let’s meditate together! Join Johanne Vannelli as she leads us through a mindfulness and meditation session.

Johanne Vannelli is a certified mindfulness and meditation instructor. She received her certification in November 2014 from the McLean Meditation Institute in Sedona Arizona.

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

3:00pm–5:00pm
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.

Evening Playdoh Party

6:00pm–6:30pm
Preschool
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Event Details:

Ages: 2 - 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.

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.

10 Warning Signs of Dementia and Building Healthy Brain Habits

2:30pm–3:45pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Local
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Local
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to distinguish normal aging from changes which would indicate the need to seek medical evaluation for dementia, as well as specific behavioral and life style changes which maintain brain health and reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer

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.

Creation Station: Beaded Caterpillar on a Leaf

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.

OK, Chef!

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts / DIY, Food & Drink
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY, Food & Drink
Registration Required
Event Details:

Time to get crafty in the kitchen! Bring your imagination (and taste buds!) and learn to decorate a special seasonal treat! 

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.

Creative Writing Club

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

Join our new, teens-only writers club! We'll start each meeting with fun, warm-up exercises then spend time writing individually or in small groups. We encourage idea-sharing, collaboration, and creativity. 

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.

Parent Resource Fair 2026

10:30am–12:30pm
All Ages
Special Events
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Are you new parents or just new to North Haven?

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.

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.

Ed Popielarczyk’s Comedy Magic Show

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Special Events
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

This magic show combines comedy and audience participation! Sometimes our magician, Ed, has some trouble doing a trick so he needs YOUR help to make the trick come alive.  Each magic trick comes with a fun, silly story too!

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.

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.

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.

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:

Kids just wanna have fun, but sometimes a big library can be overstimulating.

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.

Little Sprouts Garden Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
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.

Music Together Demo Session I

10:15am–11:00am
Preschool
Arts, Films, & Music
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Making music as a family is so much fun! Come and experience a Music Together class. Sign up for Session I or II 

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.

Music Together Demo Session II

11:15am–12:00pm
Preschool
Arts, Films, & Music
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Films, & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Making music as a family is so much fun! Come and experience a Music Together class. Sign up for Session I or II. 

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.

Online Author Talk: Shoshana Walter with Barbara Kingsolver

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

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal.

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.

PAWS for A Cause: Meet the Guide Dogs

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Animals, Gardening, & Nature
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animals, Gardening, & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Kim Birge-Liberman of FIDELCO Guide Dogs for a fun and interactive program at the North Haven Library.  Children will discover how guide dogs are trained and all that they do to help the visually impaired

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.

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.