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Monday Grab & Go Craft: Coffee Filter Butterflies

All Day
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by our temporary Heritage Hotel location to pick up your Coffee Filter Butterfly Grab & Go Kit! 

These kits are available beginning 11am Monday, while supplies last. 

Take & Make Craft

All Day
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by our Heritage Hotel location on Mondays for a Take & Make Craft. Bring home everything you'll need to make a fun and exciting thematic paper craft. Appropriate for all ages. Young children may need assistance.

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 To Go Craft Kit: Rainbow Bookmarks

All Day
Teens
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Pick up complete kits to make a felt and elastic rainbow bookmark while supplies last. These colorful bookmarks feature an elastic strap, helping them to stay in place for either your current book or a notebook or journal. 

Online: Let's Draw Animals! with cartoonist Rick Stromoski

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Award-winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski will show you how to draw amazing animals!

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.

American Red Cross Blood Drive at Heritage Hotel

1:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading, Workshop
Event Details:

The American Red Cross Blood Drive is being hosted at the Heritage Hotel Golf, Spa & Conference Center. Thank you to the Heritage Hotel for accommodating this event!

Cute Animals Hangout

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Registration 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.

ZOOM- The Battle of Bunker Hill (Breeds Hill)

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Summer Reading, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Registration Required
Event Details:

On June 17, 1775, the Americans fought against the British.  While the British won the day, the cost of victory was high. Join us as we explore this battle and it's impact on the American Revolutionary War.

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.

Storytime & Crafts at the Farmers' Market

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by the Southbury Farmers' Market and enjoy stories & a take-and-make craft with the librarians from 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.

Family Games Night

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Gaming, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of fun with a selection board and card games! 

This event is perfect for families or a group of friends; if a team is not made of middle schoolers and above, an adult must be present. 

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 Crochet Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration 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.

ZOOM-Gods and Monsters: The Story of Mythology

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we explore some of the world’s great myths with a focus on the gods and heroes who create or fight remarkable foes, both natural and invented.

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.

Family Trivia Night

6:30pm–8:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
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.

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.

Take & Make Craft

All Day
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by our Heritage Hotel location on Mondays for a Take & Make Craft. Bring home everything you'll need to make a fun and exciting thematic paper craft. Appropriate for all ages. Young children may need assistance.

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.

Adult Coloring Club

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Registration Required
Event Details:

Coloring Club

Join us for a relaxing hour of therapeutic coloring in the Kingsley Room. We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity!

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

Registration is requested.  This program is sponsored by library staff and donors.

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 Required
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.

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.

Tuesday Night Fiction Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we'll be discussing The Great Divide: A Novel by Cristina Henriquez.

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.

Tunes & Tales (at Parks & Rec)

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Summer Reading
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.

Paint a Drawstring Backpack

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Cancelled
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to paint a canvas drawstring backpack! We’ll have a variety of fabric paints, and options for stenciling and free-handing designs.

Registration is required and space is limited.

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.

Storytime & Crafts at the Farmers' Market

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by the Southbury Farmers' Market and enjoy stories & a take-and-make craft with the librarians from 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.

Cute Animals Hangout

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Registration 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.

Monday Grab & Go Craft: Perler Bead Pipe Cleaner Snakes

All Day
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by our temporary Heritage Hotel location to pick up your Perler Bead Pipe Cleaner Snakes Grab & Go Kit! 

These kits are available beginning 11am Monday, while supplies last. 

Take & Make Craft

All Day
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by our Heritage Hotel location on Mondays for a Take & Make Craft. Bring home everything you'll need to make a fun and exciting thematic paper craft. Appropriate for all ages. Young children may need assistance.

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 To Go Craft Kits: Mini Narwhal Plush

All Day
Teens
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Pick up complete kits to make a mini narwhal plush while supplies last. These pocket sized pals have all the charm of these real-life unicorns while being much easier to carry around.

Storytime & Crafts at the Farmers' Market

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by the Southbury Farmers' Market and enjoy stories & a take-and-make craft with the librarians from 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.