Adult Programs

Move Over Cryptocurrency!

The Future of Money Could Be Government-Issued Digital Currency

Thursday, October 12 at 6:30pm

Welcome back Dr. Purba Mukerji, esteemed Professor and Chair of Economics at Connecticut College who will explain government issued digital currency. Learn about the difference between government issued digital currency and cryptocurrency and the risks. Join us over Zoom for this informative discussion.

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Book Talk

with Author Juliet Grames

Thursday, October 19 at 6:30pm

Real life events of the author's Wethersfield grandmother are the basis for the novel The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna by Juliet Grames. Juliet’s grandmother settled in Wethersfield after leaving her birthplace in Italy.

Juliet Grames was born in Hartford, Connecticut, and raised in the Farmington Valley. Since 2010 she has worked at Soho Press, where she is associate publisher and curator of the critically acclaimed Soho Crime imprint and the literature translation program. The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna has been translated into 9 languages and has received numerous national and international awards.

Copies of the book are available to be checked out at the reference desk. Join us at the library in the Jane Sjoman Community Room for this fascinating story.

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BE BOLD: Miniature Canvas/Easel Floral Painting Workshop

Tuesday, October 24 at 6:30pm

Participants in this workshop will create a one of a kind miniature 4”x 4” painting using acrylic paints, sharpies and paint markers. Each participant will receive a miniature display easel for their masterpiece. We will channel inspiration from famous artist Romero Britto who is known for his vibrant colors and bold patterns while exploring the subject of flowers, still life and the vessel.

All materials will be provided. Join us in the lower level Program Room for this inspiring program.

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Children's Programs

Saturday Scavenger Hunt

ages 4 - 12

Saturdays at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Drop-in any Saturday of the month to complete a fun scavenger hunt around the Children's Department. Each month will feature a new theme.

Celebrate Kevin the Turkey

Saturday, October 28 at 10:30pm

Authors Damien Cregeau and Pamela Hall will talk about and read their children’s book, “Kevin the Turkey A Tale of Thanksgiving", the true story of the turkey that paraded around Wethersfield in 2017.

After the reading stay for fun turkey-themed crafts!

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Pumpkin Judging Contest & Parade

ages 2 - 11

Monday, October 30 at 6:00pm

Come dressed in your Halloween costume with a pumpkin decorated to look like your favorite book character. Pumpkins will be judged and prizes awarded. Enjoy stories and songs, visit the mad scientist in her laboratory and receive tricks and treats as you parade around the library.

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2023 Children's Fall Programs

Registration is required and space is limited. Children must meet the age requirement specified for each program by the start of each session.

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Mother Goose Time

for birth - 21 months

Tuesdays at 10:15am
Thursdays at 11:15am

Lap-sit program designed to help foster early literacy and social development through songs, rhymes, board books, and play.

Parent/caregiver participation is key!

Wee Read

22 - 35 months

Wednesdays at 11:15am
Thursdays at 10:15am

Exciting program where toddlers begin to appreciate longer stories and participate in group activities.

Books! Books! Books!

3 - 5 year olds

Tuesdays at 11:15am
Wednesdays at 10:15am

A program designed to help develop pre-reading skills and enjoyment of theme based stories, songs, games, science, and art activities.

Short & Sweet Storytime

Birth - 5 year olds

Fridays at 10:15am

Drop-in for a story and song, then enjoy playtime!

Pizza & Pages

4th - 6th graders

Meets once a month on Thursdays at 6:00pm

Nutmeg Award book discussion series with a light supper.

10/12 The Lion of Mars
11/16 The Beast and the Bethany