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DIY Craft Lab (Drop-In Event)

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
Stop by between 4-6pm, and join Mr. Matt for a drop-in afternoon of creating! DIY Craft Lab features a mix of ten open creative crafting stations and awesome craft projects for kids and teens! Stop by to make something, or everything! This program...

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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.

Fundamentals of Cubing Practice

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Event Details:
As preparation for our Saturday, October 28 Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition at the Woodbury Public Library, join us to learn some techniques and hints, challenge each other, and practice. No cube? No problem! We have cubes you can borro...

How to Write an Admissions Essay That Gets Noticed

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join admissions essay coach Gary Santaniello to learn how to make your college admissions essay stand out. He will show how to tell a compelling personal story in your unique voice, starting with how to choose an essay topic (if not supplied), and in...

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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 Explorers: Vanilla Chai Cake Pops

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join Food Explorers for a delicious fall baking program! We’ll use our handy cake pop machine to quickly bake some Vanilla Chai Cake Pops. And the best part, you’ll get to make your own glaze and decorate them! Recipe is nut free but will contain ...

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.

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Egg Allergy

Eggs will be present in this program.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

Fundamentals of Cubing Practice

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Event Details:
As preparation for our Saturday, October 28 Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition at the Woodbury Public Library, join us to learn some techniques and hints, challenge each other, and practice. No cube? No problem! We have cubes you can borro...

DIY Book Pumpkins

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Brown Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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! Like all our teen events, this program is free to ...

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.

Fundamentals of Cubing Practice

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Event Details:
As preparation for our Saturday, October 28 Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition at the Woodbury Public Library, join us to learn some techniques and hints, challenge each other, and practice. No cube? No problem! We have cubes you can borro...

Family Trivia Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for another Family Trivia night! Work together as a family team to answer our trivia questions! We'll have a variety of topics, including kid-centric knowledge, general information, and questions aimed at parents, too. The family who answers ...

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.

All Ages

This program is for all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Tutor Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TAB Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:
This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members. Currently, membership is full. What is TAB? A group of creative, energetic volunteers in Grades 6-12 who are interested in making a difference at the Southbury...

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.

Fundamentals of Cubing Practice

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Event Details:
As preparation for our Saturday, October 28 Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition at the Woodbury Public Library, join us to learn some techniques and hints, challenge each other, and practice. No cube? No problem! We have cubes you can borro...

Pom-Pom Bats

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join staff member Katie to make Pom-Pom bats! More cute than spooky, these round, fuzzy creatures are easy and fun to make. Registration is required; space is limited. Like all teen events, this program is free, open to residents of any to...

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.

Grades 5-8 Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition with our friends at the Woodbury Public Library! There will be four events: Grades 1-4 3x3 Cube Speed Solve Grades 5-8 3x3 Cube Speed Solve Grades 9-12 3x3 Cube Speed Solve Team Blin...

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.

Grades 9-12 Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition with our friends at the Woodbury Public Library! There will be four events: Grades 1-4 3x3 Cube Speed Solve Grades 5-8 3x3 Cube Speed Solve Grades 9-12 3x3 Cube Speed Solve Team Blin...

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.

Mad Science Monday: Blood Typing

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
This month, explore the science behind how antibodies are used to test blood types! We'll use a synthetic kit to identify the "blood types" of different samples and determine if any are compatible pairs for a blood transfusion. Get a glimpse of what ...

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.

Pick Up a Halloween Goodie Bag!

All Day
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Upstairs
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:
Stop by the Youth Services circulation desk to pick up a fun Halloween goodie bag! We would love to see your costumes, but they are not required. While supplies last. 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.

Junior Friends Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Junior Friends Meeting
Registration Required

Junior Friends

This offshoot of the Friends of the Southbury Public Library is for Grades 6-12 and meets once a month to help assist the Friends with various projects, including organizing and preparing items in the book sale. Meetings are the first Thursday of the month from 6-7:30pm. For each meeting, we'll meet at the First Floor Elevator at 6pm, and head down to the Lower Level (Basement). 

Event Details:
Join us for this month's Junior Friends meeting. ...

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.

Studio Ghibli Party

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join library staff member Katie and teen librarian Eli for a Studio Ghibli Party! We’ll make crafts related to different Ghibli films, have some related snacks, and watch a movie! Our crafts will include this Soot Sprite, an Origami Totoro, and ...

Disclaimer(s)

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Food Explorers: Chili Mac & Cheese

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join Food Explorers for a mouth watering dinner recipe, perfect for a chilly fall evening. You’ll be making Chili Mac & Cheese! Everyone will learn how to make this tasty dish come together, and will get to choose their own toppings. Recipe is nu...

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.

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

Family Trivia Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for another Family Trivia night! Work together as a family team to answer our trivia questions! We'll have a variety of topics, including kid-centric knowledge, general information, and questions aimed at parents, too. The family who answers ...

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.

All Ages

This program is for all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Mad Science Monday: Paper Airplanes

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
Explore physics with paper airplanes! What makes some paper airplanes work better than others, and how do the forces of thrust, lift, drag, and weight affect our planes? Join us to build and test a variety of planes. Registration is required;...

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 Advisory Board

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Tutor Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TAB Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:
This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members. Currently, membership is full. What is TAB? A group of creative, energetic volunteers in Grades 6-12 who are interested in making a difference at the Southbury...

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.

Junior Friends Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Junior Friends Meeting
Registration Required

Junior Friends

This offshoot of the Friends of the Southbury Public Library is for Grades 6-12 and meets once a month to help assist the Friends with various projects, including organizing and preparing items in the book sale. Meetings are the first Thursday of the month from 6-7:30pm. For each meeting, we'll meet at the First Floor Elevator at 6pm, and head down to the Lower Level (Basement). 

Event Details:
Join us for this month's Junior Friends meeting. ...

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 Advisory Board

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Tutor Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TAB Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:
This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members. Currently, membership is full. What is TAB? A group of creative, energetic volunteers in Grades 6-12 who are interested in making a difference at the Southbury...

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.

Junior Friends Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Junior Friends Meeting
Registration Required

Junior Friends

This offshoot of the Friends of the Southbury Public Library is for Grades 6-12 and meets once a month to help assist the Friends with various projects, including organizing and preparing items in the book sale. Meetings are the first Thursday of the month from 6-7:30pm. For each meeting, we'll meet at the First Floor Elevator at 6pm, and head down to the Lower Level (Basement). 

Event Details:
Join us for this month's Junior Friends meeting. ...

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.