Forensic Archaeology: Methods and Case Studies
Monday, January 22nd at 6:30pm

Forensic archaeology is the application of archaeology in a legal context. It is used to help locate evidence at crime scenes using archaeological methods.

Join us for this lecture by Nick Bellantoni, emeritus CT state archaeologist, as he describes the process of forensic archaeology and provides examples of case studies.

This program will take place over Zoom. Registration is required.

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Writing a Legacy Letter
Tuesday, January 30th at 6:30pm

A legacy letter is a written document that allows you to share your life lessons, express your values and transmit your blessings to future generations.

A legacy letter is not a formal legal document or a full-length memoir; it’s a brief personal statement, typically just a few pages. It is created as an enduring gift for your loved ones. This workshop is designed to introduce the concept of legacy letters and to help you craft your own through discussion and brief writing exercises.

This program will take place over Zoom. Registration is required.

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Children's Programs

2024 Winter Reading Program Book Bingo

REGISTER!

Children birth through 6th grade can be registered via the button below or on the Beanstack app.

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READ!

Once registered, click the Book Bingo challenge, then click “BINGO card”. Each square represents a separate book, you cannot use the same book to fill in more than one square. Please read books on your reading level.

EARN PRIZES!

Register to receive a winter stamp and reference bingo card. Complete your first BINGO and spin the Wheel of Winter to earn a reward. Fill your board and receive a paperback book of your choice and another spin of the wheel! Prizes will be handed out through Saturday, April 6, 2024 or while supplies last.

FIND DEWEY THE PENGUIN!

Each week search the Children’s Department to find out what Dewey is up to!

Saturday Scavenger Hunt
Ages 4 - 12
Saturdays at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Drop-in any Saturday of the month to complete a fun scavenger hunt around the Children's Department. Each month will feature a new theme.

2024 Children's Winter Programs
Monday, January 22 2024 - Saturday, March 2 2024

Registration is required and space is limited. Children must meet the age requirement specified for each program by the start of each session.

Parent/caregiver participation is key!

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Mother Goose Time
For birth - 21 months

Tuesdays at 10:15am OR
Thursdays at 11:15am

Lap-sit program designed to help foster early literacy and social development through songs, rhymes, board books, and play.

Parent/caregiver participation is key!

Wee Read
22 - 35 months
Wednesdays at 11:15am

Exciting program where toddlers begin to appreciate longer stories & participate in group activities.

Books! Books! Books!
3 - 5 year olds
Wednesdays at 10:15am

A program designed to help develop pre-reading skills and enjoyment of theme based stories, songs, games, science, and art activities.

Short & Sweet Storytime
Birth - 5 year olds
Fridays at 10:15am

Drop-in for a story and song, then enjoy playtime!

Pizza & Pages
4th - 6th graders

Meets once a month on Thursdays at 6:00pm
Nutmeg Award book discussion series with a light supper.
1/18 Witches of Brooklyn by Sophie Escabasse
2/15 American as Paneer Pie by Supriya Kelkar