Parking Update:
Library Parking signs now designate the 76 free spaces the Library has leased in the Center School Lot. The Town Parking Authority will resume monitoring the meter for the numbered, non-Library spaces during weekdays before 4PM. More Info>>
Announcement: The Tai Chi class on May 5th is canceled.
Featured Event
Mysteries, Murders, Killers and Thrillers:
Crime Writers Discuss Their Work with Bestselling Author
Wendy Walker
Tuesday, May 2nd
7pm - 8pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Audiorium
We are thrilled to host Sisters in Crime authors Jill Amadio, Elissa Grodin and Elise Hart Kipness for a panel discussion on how to write crime novels and mysteries. Bestselling thriller/mystery writer Wendy Walker will moderate the panel discussion. Register Here>>
Upcoming Programs for Adults: May 1st- May 6th
ESL for Beginners
Monday, May 1st
6:30pm - 8pm
Hobbs Family Room 221
Learn to speak and write English with foundational grammatical sentences and short dialogues. Practice speaking and listening using essential grammar and vocabulary in pairs and groups. Eight sessions; every Monday at 6:30pm. Participants only need to register once. Register Here>>
Health and Wellness Book Group @YMCA
Wednesday, May 3rd
9:15am - 10:15am
Wagner Room,
New Canaan YMCA
New Canaan Library and New Canaan YMCA, bring you a new book group about Health and Wellness. Join us for our first meeting about the book, The Good Life: Lessons from the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness by Robert J. Waldinger and Marc Schulz Ph.D.
Author Talk:
Edward Aldrich
Thursday, May 4th
7pm - 8pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
The Partnership: George Marshall, Henry Stimson and the Extraordinary Collaboration That Won World War II by Edward Aldrich focuses on these two military giants, telling the fascinating stories of each man, the dramatic story of their collaboration, and the epic story of the United States in World War II. Register Here>>
New Canaan Chamber Music
Friday, May 5th
7pm - 8pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
New Canaan Chamber Music, under the direction of Andrew Armstrong - Artistic Director/Founder, will perform works by Georg Philipp Telemann, Richard Strauss, Camille Saint-Saëns, Richard Rodgers, George Enescu and Felix Mendelssohn. Eleven world-renowned musicians join us for this extraordinary concert. Buy Tickets>>
Podcasting Workshop
Saturday, May 6th
10:30am - 12pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room
Do you want to make a podcast but don't know how to get started? This class will show you how to record and edit a podcast. You'll learn what equipment is required and how to set it up as well as tips and techniques for recording. You'll also get an overview of the popular podcasting platforms and how they work.
Recording and editing will be demonstrated using Apple's Garageband software (standard on all Apple products). Register Here>>
Next Up Highlights for Adults: May 8th- May 13th
Featured Event
Marie Yovanovitch, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine,
presents Attwood Lecture
Thursday, May 11th
6:30pm-8pm
Jim and Dede Bartlett Audiorium
We are honored to welcome Marie Yovanovitch, former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, as our speaker for this year’s Attwood Lecture. Ambassador Yovanovitch will discuss her book, Lessons from the Edge: A Memoir, an inspiring and urgent memoir by a pioneering diplomat who spent her career advancing democracy in the post-Soviet world. Join us for a reception at 6:30pm. The lecture begins at 7pm. Register Here>>
Healing Asian Hate Since Vincent Chin
Monday, May 8th
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium
Join us for a panel discussion exploring the current climate of hate and what individuals, communities, and businesses can do to reduce racial bias. The panel begins at 6:30 PM followed by a reception showcasing Asian foods. Register Here>>
Panelists:
William Tong, Esq.
Attorney General, State of CT
Dr. Jason Chang
Director of Asian & Asian American Studies & Associate Professor of History, UConn
Sewing Project:
Reusable Bag
Monday, May 8th
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Anderson MakerLab
Make a lined, cotton bag out of our bright kitchen fabric. Strong enough for heavy groceries, washable and of course reusable. Participants must have been certified or already familiar with a sewing machine. For adults and teens ages 11+. Register Here>>
Expert Search Tips and Tricks
Tuesday, May 9th
1pm - 2pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room
This class teaches you search techniques that help you access our collection of thousands of books, ebooks, audiobooks, movies and more. We’ll also show you how to get the most out of our research databases. Register Here>>
Author Talk: Matthew Desmond
Poverty, by America
Wednesday, May 10th
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium
New Canaan Library is pleased to present a special speaking engagement with Matthew Desmond, acclaimed sociologist and Pulitzer Prize winning author of Evicted. Mr. Desmond will introduce his latest book, Poverty, by America, the #1 nonfiction book on the New York Times Nonfiction Bestseller list. The event will be preceded by a reception at 6:30 PM. Register Here>>
ESL for Beginners
Monday, May 8th
6:30pm - 8pm
Community Room
Learn to speak and write English with foundational grammatical sentences and short dialogues. Practice speaking and listening using essential grammar and vocabulary in pairs and groups. Eight sessions; every Monday at 6:30pm. Participants only need to register once. Register Here>>
Women and Money Roundtable: How to Make Sense of Today's
Financial Markets
Wednesday, May 10th
1pm - 2pm Zoom
Join Financial Advisors Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a four-part, easy-to-follow discussion on how to make sense of today’s financial markets.
World History and Cultural Events Book Group
Wednesday, May 10th
6:45pm-8pm
Hobbs Family Study Room
All are welcome to join the World History & Cultural Events Book Group. This month the group will discuss Chip War: The Fight for the World's Most Critical Technology by Chris Miller. Chip War is an epic account of the decades-long battle to control what has emerged as the world’s most critical resource—microchip technology—with the United States and China increasingly in conflict. At stake is not only America’s economic prosperity but also its military superiority. Register Here>>
Cricut Crafts: Card Making
Thursday, May 11th
6pm-7:30pm
Anderson MakerLab
This class will focus on navigating Cricut Design Space to design and create your own custom cards! During the class, we will each make 2 cards. For adults and teens ages 12+.
Knit & Crochet Meetup
Saturday, May 13th
2pm-4pm
Anderson MakerLab
A meetup for experienced and beginner knitters and crocheters. We will meet in the MakerLab and then get settled around the fireplace on the Mezzanine. Ages 10-12 welcome with an adult. Drop In.
The Farmer's Grind is Open!
Located in the back of the Library Concourse
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 10am - 6pm
Friday - Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday: Closed
Ongoing Weekly Programs
Gentle Yoga (Registration Required)
No Class May 1st
Mondays, 10am
Bring your own mat
Open Tech (No registration Required)
Tuesdays, 2pm-4pm
Come in for one-on-one support More>>
Open MakerLab
Wednesdays, 4pm-6pm
Drop by and check it out
Tai Chi (Registration Required)
NO CLASS MAY 5TH
Fridays, 10am
All levels are welcome
