Let's celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the birth of hip-hop!
"Fashion Killa": How Hip-Hop Revolutionized High Fashion
Wednesday, October 11th
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
Fashion Killa commemorates the contributions of hip-hop to music, fashion, and our culture. Sowmya Krishnamurthy discusses sociopolitical forces that define fashion and tracks the influence of music and streetwear on luxury brands. Register
Glass House Presents: Sekou Cooke and Hip Hop Architecture
Thursday, October 12th
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
Sekou Cooke discusses the cross-section of music and architecture. Cooke is a leading advocate for the study and practice of hip-hop Architecture, which addresses the broad impacts of the racist history of architecture and urban planning. Register
Programs from October 6th - October 14th
Red Cross Blood Drive
Saturday, October 7th
10:00am - 3:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
The need to maintain a reliable blood supply is constant and vital; by donating you are helping to change, and perhaps save, a life! Blood Drive is supported by the New Canaan High School Red Cross club. Register
Intermediate ESL Class
Monday, October 9th
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
7:00pm - 8:00pm
ESL classes resume this fall with Intermediate English Language Learning. Discuss topics relating to current events, American culture, and fun facts. We focus on speaking and listening comprehension. Register
Never Enough:
Continue the Conversation with New Canaan CARES
Tuesday, October 10th
10:00am - 11:00am
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
Would you like to learn more about Mattering and discuss topics related to the book Never Enough by Jennifer Wallace? Please join New Canaan CARES to continue the conversation. Learn to incorporate the Mattering movement in your home. Register
Next Chapter Book Discussion
Tuesday, October 10th
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
This book club is for older teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories. Each member is given a turn to read regardless of their reading level.
Oh, my Aching Back! Common Problems and Solutions for the Treatment of Back Pain
Tuesday, October 10th
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
Spine surgeon Dr. Robert Merrill and Physical Therapist Alicia Hirscht of Orthopedic Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) explain the common conditions of back pain and treatment options. Register
Cricut Crafts for Adults: Bookmarks
Tuesday, October 10th
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Anderson MakerLab
Create your very own bookmark using the Cricut machine. Start with an intro to the Cricut Maker- a machine that can cut and draw on a wide-range of material. Waitlist
Women and Money Roundtable:
How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets
Wednesday, October 11th
1:00pm - 2:00pm WEBINAR
Financial Advisors Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone discuss how to make sense of today's financial markets. Register
Hispanic Heritage Month Book Discussion: A Little Luck
Thursday, October 12th
5:00pm - 6:00pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room
Join our librarian-led book group as we discuss celebrated Argentinian novelist Claudia Piñeiro's novel A Little Luck.
20 years after a shocking accident, Mary Lohan returns to the Buenos Aires suburb she escaped in a fugue of guilt and isolation. She is not the same—not her name or voice, not even the color of her eyes. The neighborhood looks different too, but she’s still the same woman and it’s still the same place, and as the past erupts into view, they slowly collide. Register
Get Creative With Canva!
Friday, October 13th
11:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
Canva is a free online tool that makes it easy to create professional or fun graphics for social media posts, posters, flyers and more. Learn how to open a free Canva account, how to create a design using templates and stock photos/elements, and how to upload your own images to truly customize your creations. Register
Create Your Own Website
with Google Sites
Saturday, October 14th
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
Have you ever wanted to create your own website? Learn all about Google Sites, a free website builder. We will discuss and use Google Sites' user-friendly interface that features numerous templates, themes, and options to customize the look and feel of your own website. Waitlist
Ongoing Weekly Programs
Gentle Yoga
Mondays, 10am
10/9 Cancelled
Bring your own mat.
Open Tech
Tuesdays, 2pm-4pm
Come in for one-on-one support. More
Open MakerLab
Wednesdays, 4pm-6pm
Drop by and check it out.
Tai Chi
Fridays, 10am
10/27 Cancelled
All levels are welcome.
Join the Children's Library Team! We're hiring for a part-time Family Services Library Assistant role. View the job description here.
Programs for Children, Teens and Families
New Canaan Library Annual Pumpkin Fest Carving Contest and Stroll
Friday, October 20th
5:00-8:00pm
Schubert Children’s Garden
Show your creativity at New Canaan’s favorite pumpkin carving contest! Pumpkins are $35 and prizes will be awarded for Best in Show for Children, Teens, and Adults, Funniest, and Scariest Jack-o-Lanterns. Reserve your pumpkin! All proceeds benefit the Children’s Room and Programming.
LiveGirl Confidence Club
Tuesday, October 10th
4:30pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room
Confidence Club is an 8-week facilitated discussion group that creates a brave space for girls, who meet with a professional mentor to share concerns & interests. The curriculum-based program builds social emotional intelligence & self-esteem, the building blocks of a confident leader. Sessions run on Tuesdays, until December 5th. Register
CARES Craft Club for Grades 3-5
Wednesday, October 11th
4:15pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room
Let’s come together and give back to our community! Join New Canaan CARES and New Canaan Library to get crafty and create projects reflecting kindness and caring. Children will share their creations to bring joy to others and to themselves. Register
3-5's Storytime
Wednesday, October 4th at 1:30pm
OR Friday, October 6th at 10:30am
Kontulis Family Storytime Room
Join Miss Dajana or Miss Rebecca for a 3-5’s Storytime with songs, rhymes, felts, and special books and activities! Please register for either the Wednesday class or the Friday class.
OR
Social Justice Book Group for Grades 5-8: Be the Change You Want to See
Thursday, October 12th
7:15pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room
Our Social Justice Book Group is reading Wayward Creatures by Dayna Lorentz this month. Each month, leaders from LiveGirl, S.T.A.R., and New Canaan Library guide participants in thoughtful discussion and creative activities to explore the social issues these books address. Brainstorm ways to make real, positive changes in your community! Register
Currently on Exhibition
Printmaking: Bringing Historic Processes to the Present
An exhibition of work from the Center for Contemporary Printmaking Fall 2023 – Winter 2024. From prehistoric hand stencils to present-day technology, the Center for Contemporary Printmaking presents a brief history of printmaking and printing processes with an exhibition of work from their archives spanning 60 years.
New Canaan Library is one of 12 libraries featured in national American Libraries’
2023 Design Showcase
This annual roundup celebrates new or renovated libraries addressing patron needs in exciting, effective ways. Recognized for our sustainable design that references New England’s stone, forests, and our town’s midcentury modern architecture, the new Library brings climate-conscious community space to a beautiful new level. More
Calling all overdue books: we want you back! We are holding an Overdue Fine Amnesty period through October 15. Whether you still have library books from years ago or a recent, “I forgot I had those out!" we will gladly take them back. No judgement, no fines!
Remember, you can always visit the “My Account” page on our website or give us a call at 203.594.5058 to renew your items. If you are ever unable to get to the Library to return your items on time, just give us a call and we will work it out!
