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5 events,Monday, June 1, 2026 Monday, June 15, 2026 Monday, June 29, 2026 10:30am–12:00pm Get ready to draw inside (or outside) the lines during our weekly Coloring Club. We will provide coloring sheets, colored pencils and crayons, and some relaxing tunes. We can't wait to see what you create! Please note supplies must stay in the […] Monday, June 1, 2026 3:30 to 4:00 p.m. & 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. Rowayton Library Please refrain from bringing snacks and drinks-the instruments get too sticky! Children ages 5 and under and their caregivers are invited to come sing, play musical instruments and dance to the beat! Be ready to participate in this highly interactive program. […] Monday, June 1, 2026 3:30 to 4:00 p.m. & 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. Rowayton Library Please refrain from bringing snacks and drinks-the instruments get too sticky! Children ages 5 and […] |
3 events,Tuesdays, June 2, 2026 to June 30, 2026 10:30am–11:00am Join in the fun at Toddler Storytime! This storytime will feature songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories. Note: In the event of rain, we will be moving this storytime inside to our Community Room. Ages 18 months to 3 years. No registration required.
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Tuesday, June 2, 2026 10:30am–12:30pm Spending time in nature and engaging with animals play powerful roles in improving regulation, supporting sensory integration, strengthening communication skills, building confidence and reducing stress. Join our expert panel of Ridgebury Farm and Stables staff in exploring what happens when we allow real world experiences to guide how children learn, grow, […]
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Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 4:00pm–5:00pm This is a small-group training session to learn how to use the BambuLab P1S 3D printer in the Library's MakerLab. This session is open to […] |
2 events,Wednesdays, June 3, 2026 to August 26, 2026 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT Join us for a playful, hands-on exploration of the building […] Wednesdays, May 6, 2026 to August 26, 2026, 10:30am–11:00am Join us for storytime at Highland Farm, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills. Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on as the grass is often damp. The storytime meets close to the corner […] |
2 events,Thursdays, June 4, 2026 to July 2, 2026 9:30am–10:00am Join us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver. Note: In the event of rain, we will be moving this storytime inside to our Community Room. Ages birth to 18 months. […]
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Thursday, June 4, 2026 4:00pm–4:30pm “Martha Graham (1894–1991) is a 20th-century icon who is known as the mother of modern dance, and the dance company she founded in 1926 continues today. Children aged 6 - 13 are invited to join the renowned Martha Graham dancers for a performance of some of her repertory classics in […] |
3 events,Fridays, June 5 to July 17, 2026 (except June 19 and July 3) 10:00am–10:30am Event Details Join our librarians outside for 30 minutes of fun stories, songs and movement. Bring a blanket to spread out and enjoy the green space. Best for families with children ages 5 and under! This storytime is drop-in, no registration […] Fridays, June 5, 12, 26, Aug 7, 14, 28, 2026 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT Children and families, ignite your imagination this summer! […]
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Friday, June 5, 2026 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Rowayton Library Due to the ongoing and episodic nature of this program, sign up is only required ONCE. Embark on fantastical […] |
1 event,Saturdays, June 6, 2026 to June 27, 2026 11:30am–12:00pm This storytime for families will include some of our favorite books, fingerplays, and songs. All Ages. No registration is required! |
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Sunday, June 7, 2026 2:00pm–3:00pm Attention Middle School 6th-8th Graders: Do you need a little extra help preparing for your upcoming math finals? Math Buddies can help!! We’re offering a […] |
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Monday, June 8, 2026 10:30am–11:15am Join a musician from Bilingual Birdies in the Library's Community Room for an unforgettable concert performance in English and French! Learn new words while you and […] Mondays, June 8, 15, 22, 2026 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Rowayton Library Young ones ages 4 and under are invited along with their caregivers to listen to stories, participate […] Monday, June 8, 2026 3:30 to 4:00 p.m. & 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. Rowayton Library Please refrain from bringing snacks and drinks-the instruments get too sticky! Children ages 5 and […] |
2 events,Tuesdays, June 2, 2026 to June 30, 2026 10:30am–11:00am Join in the fun at Toddler Storytime! This storytime will feature songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories. Note: In the event of […]
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rowayton Library Come and craft with your toddler! Children ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers are invited to make arts and crafts […] |
2 events,Wednesdays, June 3, 2026 to August 26, 2026 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT Join us for a playful, hands-on exploration of the building […] Wednesdays, May 6, 2026 to August 26, 2026, 10:30am–11:00am Join us for storytime at Highland Farm, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus […] |
1 event,Thursdays, June 4, 2026 to July 2, 2026 9:30am–10:00am Join us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a […] |
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Friday, February 13, 2026, 9:45am–10:30am Friday, March 13, 2026, 9:45am–10:30am Friday, April 10, 2026, 9:45am–10:30am Friday, May 08, 2026, 9:45am–10:30am Friday, June 12, 2026, 9:45am–10:30am Goldbas Musical Story Hour Join […] Fridays, June 5 to July 17, 2026 (except June 19 and July 3) 10:00am–10:30am Event Details Join our librarians outside for 30 minutes of fun stories, songs and movement. Bring […] Fridays, June 5, 12, 26, Aug 7, 14, 28, 2026 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT Children and families, ignite your imagination this summer! Step outside into the Plaza to roll up your sleeves and explore the question, “What do you want to see in the world?” Work together […] |
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Saturday, June 13 from 11am - 2:30pm Abstract Expressionism: Beyond The Familiar with Melissa Benedek Rooted in the spirit of abstract expressionism, this refreshed workshop invites artists to break familiar patterns and explore unexpected directions in their work. Emphasizing risk-taking and discovery, participants will engage with unconventional prompts, mixed materials, and intuitive decision-making. Designed to spark […] Saturdays, June 6, 2026 to June 27, 2026 11:30am–12:00pm This storytime for families will include some of our favorite books, fingerplays, and songs. All Ages. No registration is required! Mark your calendars for next weekend! The highly anticipated River Street Sunset Bazaar is bringing Norwalk’s Historic Wall Street District to life for the first of three special Saturday evening markets this summer. This is an evening designed for wandering—stroll through more than 30 local artisan vendors, grab a craft drink, play lawn games, and vibe to […] |
2 events,Enter the magical world of Matilda the Musical in this immersive theatrical adventure designed especially for children ages 3–6 and their parents. Families will explore Matilda’s story through imaginative play, […] Enter the magical world of Matilda the Musical in this immersive theatrical adventure designed especially for children ages 3–6 and their parents. Families will explore Matilda’s story through imaginative play, […] |
3 events,Monday, June 1, 2026 Monday, June 15, 2026 Monday, June 29, 2026 10:30am–12:00pm Get ready to draw inside (or outside) the lines during our weekly Coloring Club. We will provide coloring sheets, colored pencils and crayons, and some relaxing tunes. We can't wait to see what you create! Please note supplies must stay in the […] Mondays, June 8, 15, 22, 2026 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Rowayton Library Young ones ages 4 and under are invited along with their caregivers to listen to stories, participate in rhymes and sing songs. Just drop in!
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Monday, June 15, 2026, 4:00pm–4:45pm If you could build your own treehouse, what would you dream up? We will hear a read-aloud of "Treehouse Town" by Gideon Sterer before painting our own ceramic treehouses. Ages 6 to 9. |
3 events,Tuesdays, June 16, 2026 to August 25, 2026 10:15am–11:00am Event Details Join Kurt Gallagher as he plays some favorite kids’ songs for 45 minutes of fun! Best for families with children ages 5 and under! Drop-in for the first 125 families to arrive. Library Parking The Library leases 76 spaces marked "LIBRARY" in the Center […] Tuesdays, June 2, 2026 to June 30, 2026 10:30am–11:00am Join in the fun at Toddler Storytime! This storytime will feature songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories. Note: In the event of rain, we will be moving this storytime inside to our Community Room. Ages 18 months to 3 years. No registration required.
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Tuesday, June 16, 2026 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rowayton Library Kids in grades 2 and up are invited to visit the library to try out new mods and engage in some serious Minecraft. Space is limited so please register here. As this program is in in high demand and fills up very quickly every month, Rowayton Library […] |
5 events,Wednesdays, June 3, 2026 to August 26, 2026 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT Join us for a playful, hands-on exploration of the building materials featured in our With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass exhibit. Families are invited to dive into the surprising properties of pigment, stone, glass, and more — […] Wednesdays, May 6, 2026 to August 26, 2026, 10:30am–11:00am Join us for storytime at Highland Farm, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills. Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on as the grass is often damp. The storytime meets close to the corner […]
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026 4:30pm–5:30pm Award winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski will show you how to draw your own cartoon characters, animals, and how to show character emotions with a variety of facial expressions! You won't want to miss out on this humorous and creative afternoon of art at the Library. After the workshop, copies of […] |
5 events,Thursdays, June 4, 2026 to July 2, 2026 9:30am–10:00am Join us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver. Note: In the event of rain, we will be moving this storytime inside to our Community Room. Ages birth to 18 months. […]
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Thursday, June 18, 2026, 11:15am–11:45am Join Petite Concerts for a musical journey at Darien Library! This 30-minute interactive event is specially designed for young listeners from newborns to preschoolers. These informal and experiential concerts feature diverse musical traditions and include hands-on instrument discovery. Uncover the world of classical music - it isn't just for grown-ups! […]
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Thursday, June 18, 2026 4:00pm–4:30pm Journey back to a time when Troll Dolls with colorful hair were all the rage. In this program you will create your own Troll Doll to decorate with yarn and jewels. Ages 4 to 7. |
1 event,When: June 10–28 | Weds - Sun at 7:30 PM Location: Pinkney Park, Rowayton Tickets: General admission is $25 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under. (Tuesday nights on […] |
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Saturday, June 20, 2026 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Rowayton Library Tweens ages 12-14 are invited to join us for a very special baking class with Martha Parizot of @marthaskitchenct! Come dressed […] Saturdays, June 6, 2026 to June 27, 2026 11:30am–12:00pm This storytime for families will include some of our favorite books, fingerplays, and songs. All Ages. No registration is required! When: June 10–28 | Weds - Sun at 7:30 PM Location: Pinkney Park, Rowayton Tickets: General admission is $25 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under. (Tuesday nights on […] |
1 event,When: June 10–28 | Weds - Sun at 7:30 PM Location: Pinkney Park, Rowayton Tickets: General admission is $25 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under. (Tuesday nights on June 16 and 23 are "Pay-What-You-Will" evenings!) Parking: Free parking is located down the road at Old School Field on Witch Lane. Summer theater is […] |
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Monday, June 22, 2026 10:30am–11:30am Bring the little ones to the Library for a matinee movie! Experience these masterpieces of storytelling from the creative minds that brought you "Toy Story," "Monsters, Inc.," Finding Nemo," and many more in Pixar Shorts Volume I. With revolutionary animation, unforgettable music and characters you love, these dazzling short films […]
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Monday, June 22, 2026 11:00am–12:00pm Event Details Bubbles and joy for all! Step into a world of shimmering spheres and interactive enchantment with Bubble Guy’s unforgettable bubble show. This dazzling experience will leave you wide-eyed and smiling. This show includes different sized bubbles, a little bit of foam and smoke bubbles! Great for All Ages! […]
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Monday, June 22, 2026 11:30am–12:30pm Mix color and simple physics for this super fun spin art STEAM activity. Ages 5 to 8. |
3 events,Tuesdays, June 16, 2026 to August 25, 2026 10:15am–11:00am Event Details Join Kurt Gallagher as he plays some favorite kids’ songs for 45 minutes of fun! Best for families with children ages 5 and under! Drop-in for the first 125 families to arrive. Library Parking The Library leases 76 spaces marked "LIBRARY" in the Center […] Tuesdays, June 2, 2026 to June 30, 2026 10:30am–11:00am Join in the fun at Toddler Storytime! This storytime will feature songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories. Note: In the event of […]
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026 4:00pm–4:45pm Wow your children with live owls in the Library! Owls have unique adaptations that make them efficient predators. This program also includes dissection of an owl […] |
7 events,Wednesdays, June 24, 2026 to August 05, 2026 9:15am–10:00am Join Miss Rebecca for the Book Babies (Walkers) Storytime series with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 12-23 months old with a caregiver. Depending on your baby’s nap time, please also see the 10:45 a.m. Wednesday storytime. REGISTRATION FOR […] Wednesdays, June 3, 2026 to August 26, 2026 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT Join us for a playful, hands-on exploration of the building materials featured in our With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass exhibit. Families are invited to dive into the surprising properties of pigment, stone, glass, and more — […] Wednesdays, May 6, 2026 to August 26, 2026, 10:30am–11:00am Join us for storytime at Highland Farm, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills. Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on as the grass is often damp. The storytime meets close to the corner […] |
6 events,Thursdays, June 4, 2026 to July 2, 2026 9:30am–10:00am Join us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver. Note: In the event of rain, we will be moving this storytime inside to our Community Room. Ages birth to 18 months. […] Thursdays, June 25, 2026 to August 06, 2026 9:30am–10:15am Join Miss Dajana for Tales for Tots Storytime series with songs, rhymes, felts, and special books! This class is for those who are 18-36 months old with a caregiver. REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL DATE. Please pick the days you are available and […] Thursday, June 25, 2026, 2:00pm–2:45pm Friday, June 26, 2026, 10:15am–11:00am Young children will explore singing, acting, and movement to experience the magic and make-believe of the theater as an active player rather than a passive participant. Disguised as play, these drama activities promote cognitive, emotional, and social development skills. But most importantly, they are just […] |
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Friday, June 26, 2026 9:30am–10:00am A joyful journey into the world of imagination, this program is specially designed for curious and creative three year olds! Led by an experienced drama educator Ingrid Schaeffer, your tiny thespians will love to play pretend with “Miss Ingrid!” This high-energy class uses songs, games, nursery rhymes and beloved picture […] Fridays, June 5 to July 17, 2026 (except June 19 and July 3) 10:00am–10:30am Event Details Join our librarians outside for 30 minutes of fun stories, songs and movement. Bring a blanket to spread out and enjoy the green space. Best for families with children ages 5 and under! This storytime is drop-in, no registration […] Thursday, June 25, 2026, 2:00pm–2:45pm Friday, June 26, 2026, 10:15am–11:00am Young children will explore singing, acting, and movement to experience the magic and make-believe of the theater as an active player rather than a passive participant. Disguised as play, these drama activities promote cognitive, emotional, and social development skills. But most importantly, they are just […] |
2 events,Saturdays, June 6, 2026 to June 27, 2026 11:30am–12:00pm This storytime for families will include some of our favorite books, fingerplays, and songs. All Ages. No registration is required! When: June 10–28 | Weds - Sun at 7:30 PM Location: Pinkney Park, Rowayton Tickets: General admission is $25 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under. (Tuesday nights on June 16 and 23 are "Pay-What-You-Will" evenings!) Parking: Free parking is located down the road at Old School Field on Witch Lane. Summer theater is […] |
1 event,When: June 10–28 | Weds - Sun at 7:30 PM Location: Pinkney Park, Rowayton Tickets: General admission is $25 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under. (Tuesday nights on June 16 and 23 are "Pay-What-You-Will" evenings!) Parking: Free parking is located down the road at Old School Field on Witch Lane. Summer theater is […] |
5 events,Monday, June 1, 2026 Monday, June 15, 2026 Monday, June 29, 2026 10:30am–12:00pm Get ready to draw inside (or outside) the lines during our weekly Coloring Club. We will provide coloring sheets, colored pencils and crayons, and some relaxing tunes. We can't wait to see what you create! Please note supplies must stay in the […] Mondays, June 29, 2026 to August 3, 2026 10:30am–11:15am Children ages 2-3 years and their caregivers, join Miss Rebecca for summer-themed stories, songs, movement, and crafts! This class will meet for 6 weeks (10:30 a.m. Mondays, June 29 through August 3). You must register individually for each date that you plan to attend. Feel free […]
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Monday, June 29, 2026, 11:00am–11:45am Join Tiny Food Explorers for some hands-on fun with food! Come and explore new flavors and textures with a registered dietitian while playing games all about food. Participants will make a tasty treat in this engaging class. All snack ingredients will be nut-free but they may contain dairy. Ages 3 […] |
3 events,Tuesdays, June 16, 2026 to August 25, 2026 10:15am–11:00am Event Details Join Kurt Gallagher as he plays some favorite kids’ songs for 45 minutes of fun! Best for families with children ages 5 and under! Drop-in for the first 125 families to arrive. Library Parking The Library leases 76 spaces marked "LIBRARY" in the Center […] Tuesdays, June 2, 2026 to June 30, 2026 10:30am–11:00am Join in the fun at Toddler Storytime! This storytime will feature songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories. Note: In the event of […]
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Tuesday, June 30, 2026 1:30pm–2:00pm Take a look, it's in a book, a Reading Rainbow! We're reminiscing about the iconic, ground-breaking children's television show that fostered a love of reading and excitement about new books. Join our celebration as we build and decorate book bins to keep our library books organized at home. Ages 5 […] |
4 events,Wednesdays, June 24, 2026 to August 05, 2026 9:15am–10:00am Join Miss Rebecca for the Book Babies (Walkers) Storytime series with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 12-23 months old with a caregiver. Depending on your baby’s nap time, please also see the 10:45 a.m. Wednesday storytime. REGISTRATION FOR […] Wednesdays, June 3, 2026 to August 26, 2026 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT Join us for a playful, hands-on exploration of the building materials featured in our With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass exhibit. Families are invited to dive into the surprising properties of pigment, stone, glass, and more — […] Wednesdays, May 6, 2026 to August 26, 2026, 10:30am–11:00am Join us for storytime at Highland Farm, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills. Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on as the grass is often damp. The storytime meets close to the corner […] |
2 events,Thursdays, June 4, 2026 to July 2, 2026 9:30am–10:00am Join us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver. Note: In the event of rain, we will be moving this storytime inside to our Community Room. Ages birth to 18 months. […] Thursdays, June 25, 2026 to August 06, 2026 9:30am–10:15am Join Miss Dajana for Tales for Tots Storytime series with songs, rhymes, felts, and special books! This class is for those who are 18-36 months old with a caregiver. REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL DATE. Please pick the days you are available and […] |
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