Southbury Public Library is closed until further notice.

Thank you for your continued support and patience during this difficult time as we recover from extreme damage caused by the flooding on August 18th & 19th. Information on the library’s reopening will be provided when it is available.

The library’s book drop is closed. For now, hold all returns or return them to any other Connecticut library. Please do not leave returns in front of the library. All Southbury fines will be waived.

If you need assistance with anything related to your library card account, please call 203-262-0626 or email asksbylib@biblio.org.

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Technology Help with James Chapin

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin. No registration is required and people are helped first come, first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin. No registration is required and people are helped first come, first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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IN PERSON- Spartacus: How Kirk Douglas Fought the Blacklist

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program will be delivered via Zoom and will be streamed to our Kingsley Room. If you want to watch the program from home, register here. As producer and star of the sp...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

This program will be delivered via Zoom and will be streamed to our Kingsley Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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ZOOM- Spartacus: How Kirk Douglas Fought the Blacklist

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program will also be streamed to our Kingsley Room. Register here if you want to watch it at the library. As producer and star of the spectacular Spartacus, ...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

This program will also be streamed to our Kingsley Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Zoom

This program will be taking place on Zoom. The invitation links will be sent via email on the day of the program. To ensure that the invitation link reaches you, check your inbox for the registration confirmation email after signing up.

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Storytime at the Farmers' Market

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stop by the Southbury Farmers' Market and visit the librarians from the Southbury Public Library.  This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library....

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Stop by the Southbury Farmers' Market and visit the librarians from the Southbury Public Library. 

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Medicare

Navigating Medicare in 2025: Essential Updates and Coverage Options

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mention the word Medicare and you’re likely to get a confused look in return. The Father/Daughter Team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier will sort through the Parts (A - Hospital; B - P...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Mention the word Medicare and you’re likely to get a confused look in return.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Teen Crochet & Knitting Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for our crochet and knitting club, open to both new and experienced crafters alike. If you’re already working on a project, bring it with you. If you’re new to knitting and...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join us for our crochet and knitting club, open to both new and experienced crafters alike. If you’re already working on a project, bring it with you. If you’re new to knitting and crocheting, get started with us!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Gizmo

Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health Read Along & Activity

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Gizmo is a Connecticut-based emotional support dog, who is a K-9 First Responder and has become the mascot for CT’s suicide prevention program “1 Word, 1 Voice, 1 Life…Be the One t...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Gizmo is a Connecticut-based emotional support dog, who is a K-9 First Responder and has become the mascot for CT’s suicide prevention program “1 Word, 1 Voice, 1 Life…Be the One to Start the Conversation.” The Gizmo program is a supportive, data-

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

ZOOM - Food Explorers: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking Classes, Workshop, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers for a virtual baking class! You’ll be making Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with a smooth cream cheese frosting. You’ll need an electric mixer&n...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking Classes, Workshop, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers for a virtual baking class! You’ll be making Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with a smooth cream cheese frosting.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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Food Explorers Online: Sweet Potato Pies

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Cooking Classes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us and Food Explorers from the comfort of your own kitchen to bake Sweet Potato Pies with Marshmallow Whipped Cream! You’ll be making your own pie crust and loading it with a ...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, Cooking Classes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join us and Food Explorers from the comfort of your own kitchen to bake Sweet Potato Pies with Marshmallow Whipped Cream!

Disclaimer(s)

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

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Drop-In Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home.  All ages are welcome.&nbs...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home. 

All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

A Bitter Feast: A Novel

Mystery Book Club

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please note: because our building is closed, we will be meeting at Parks & Recreation, 561 Main Street South. This month we'll be discussing A Bitter Feast: A Novel by ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Please note: because our building is closed, we will be meeting at Parks & Recreation, 561 Main Street South.

This month we'll be discussing A Bitter Feast: A Novel by Deborah Crombie.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

A pumpkin made out of an old book; it is pumpkin shaped, and formed by fanned out pages

Book Pumpkins

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us to upcycle an old book into a pumpkin! These gourd-geous crafts are surprisingly easy to make. All supplies provided. Registration is required so we can reserve your spa...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join us to upcycle an old book into a pumpkin! These gourd-geous crafts are surprisingly easy to make. All supplies provided.

Registration is required so we can reserve your space and supplies!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Babies & Books Storytime

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs.  This program is sponsored by the Frie...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Babies & Books Storytime

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs.  Please note: this event has moved loc...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin. No registration is required and people are helped first come, first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin. No registration is required and people are helped first come, first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Meditation

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please note: because our building is closed, we will be meeting in the Multi-Purpose Room at Parks & Recreation, 561 Main Street South. Did you know that meditation may...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Please note: because our building is closed, we will be meeting in the Multi-Purpose Room at Parks & Recreation, 561 Main Street South.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Tress of the Emerald Sea: A Cosmere Novel

Tuesday Night Fiction Book Club

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please note: because our building is closed, we will be meeting in the Mat Room at Parks & Recreation, 561 Main Street South. This month we'll be discussing Tress of the Eme...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Please note: because our building is closed, we will be meeting in the Mat Room at Parks & Recreation, 561 Main Street South.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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New England Ghost Stories

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever had an experience that you simply cannot explain? The Ain't it Scary? with Sean & Carrie podcast hosts a presentation covering a short history of parano...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Have you ever had an experience that you simply cannot explain? The Ain't it Scary?

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Toddler Time Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs.  Please note: this event has moved locations ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photos of some of the animals who will be joining us, including sugar gliders, a lop rabbit, gargoyle gecko, and corn snake.

Cute Animals Hangout

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come hangout with cute animals with Furry Scaly Friends! Meet, interact with, feed snacks to, and pet (as appropriate) a wide variety of animals including ferrets, guinea pigs...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Come hangout with cute animals with Furry Scaly Friends!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Tunes & Tales (at Parks & Rec)

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin. No registration is required and people are helped first come, first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin. No registration is required and people are helped first come, first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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IN PERSON- The Salem Witches

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program will be delivered via Zoom and will be streamed to our Kingsley Room. If you want to watch the program from home, register here. When we think of witches and d...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

This program will be delivered via Zoom and will be streamed to our Kingsley Room. If you want to watch the program from home, register here.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Lithograph of the Salem Witch Trials

ZOOM- The Salem Witches

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program will also be streamed to our Kingsley Room. Register here if you want to watch it at the library. When we think of witches and demons, we usually think of...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

This program will also be streamed to our Kingsley Room. Register here if you want to watch it at the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Zoom

This program will be taking place on Zoom. The invitation links will be sent via email on the day of the program. To ensure that the invitation link reaches you, check your inbox for the registration confirmation email after signing up.