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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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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.

Reverse Coloring

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts / DIY
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts / DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Reverse coloring is a therapeutic art technique where you draw on pre-painted pages using a black pen. It helps increase focus and replace negative thoughts with positive ones.

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.

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.

Lullaby Library Tales

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

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

Additional Information

Liability Waver

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

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.

Romance Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Discussions, Hangout
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.

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.

TAB Officer Meeting

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

Hey TAB Officers! Let's prep next month's meeting together. 

Open to current TAB officers and any TAB member interested in helping us run an upcoming activity. 

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.

Kids Who Code

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

Learn to code and change the world! Kids Who Code is a national program that is on a mission to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does.

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.

Online Author Talk: Kate Messner

7:00pm–8:00pm
Preschool, Children, Adults
Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Virtual Event
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Event Details:

Join us for an enchanting and educational discussion with bestselling author Kate Messner as we delve into her Over and Under series, best suited for a K-3rd grade audience. 

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.

Playdoh Party

10:30am–11:00am
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.

Readers & Writers for Homeschooled Teens

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, Grades 9th - 12th
Book Discussions, Hangout
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Teen Haven
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6th - 8th, 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.

Must See Movie: Van Gogh Poets & Lovers

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

Van Gogh's revolutionary artistic style during his years in southern France, where he transformed reality into vibrant, symbolic imagery through a passionate creative process focused on storytelling in his paintings.

Additional Information

No Registration

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

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.

Tai Chi with Debbie

11:00am–12:00pm
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
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

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.

ALL MONTH LONG - Staff Pets Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Preschool, Children
Hobbies & Gaming
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

All Ages
No Registration Required

Additional Information

No Registration

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

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.

Dance Party

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool
Gross Motor Skills
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Gross Motor Skills
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers! Join us for this loosely structured dance party to burn off some extra energy, sing, dance and play with instruments.

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.

Monarch Butterfly Conservation

2:30pm–3:45pm
Adults
Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Civic & Community Engagement, Local, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Haven Memorial Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Animals, Gardening, & Nature, Civic & Community Engagement, Local, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Nancy Tipping, Xerces Society Ambassador, to learn about the life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly.

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.

Pokemon Club

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

Ages: 6 - 11yrs

Additional Information

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.

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.

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.

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.