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Outreach: Morris St. School 1st Grade Visit

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Danbury Library

Junior Floor

Morris St. first graders will take a field trip to Danbury Library to learn about the library!

If you are interested in scheduling a field trip, please contact Tara at the contact info below.

Registration is closed

Learn About Library Apps - Libby

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Danbury Library

Technology Center Computer Lab

Did you know that you have free access to ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music and more with just your library card? Your Danbury Library card grants you access to several apps that provide free content right to your device of choice! Each week we’ll discuss one of the main apps available at the library.

Week 1: Libby/Overdrive

Week 2: hoopla digital

Week 3: Kanopy

Join us to learn how to take advantage of these apps today!

Join the waiting list

Community Baby Shower

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Danbury Library

Main Floor

You are cordially invited to the second annual baby shower at the Danbury Library!

This free event is for pregnant people and families with small children under 3 to meet community organizations that set you and your little one up for childhood success. Expect prenatal health information, a free prenatal yoga class, breastfeeding information, meet other parents, a story time for big siblings and giveaways! All are welcome!

Register for an early literacy tote bag donated by the FRIENDS of the Danbury Library.

Free!

English as a Second Language Class for Adults

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Danbury Library

Lower Level Meeting Room

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.

Learn basic reading, writing, speaking & listening skills at the library for free!

This class meets in-person and is led by a certified English instructor in collaboration with Western Connecticut Regional Adult and Continuing Education (WERACE) at no cost.

All participants must be at least 17 years of age to take part in the program and each participant must provide a copy of their photo ID.

Free! Registration is required as space is limited.

Interested students please fill out the registration form.

If you have any questions please call Katherine Mostacero at 203-797-4505 ext. 7713 or email her at kmostacero@danburylibrary.org.

Join the waiting list

Cricut Program- Decorate an Acrylic Tumbler

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Danbury Library

MakerLab

Spring is here with warmer temperatures and cool drinks. Decorate an acrylic tumbler and learn about our Cricut machine and how it works.

Free!

Registration is open

Dads Read! Storytime with Families Network

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

Dads come in all shapes and sizes! Celebrate all the rad dads, granddads, and father-figures alike during this storytime.

Books are geared towards children ages 2-5, but families with new babies are also invited. This father figure led storytime occurs during our Community Baby Shower.

Registration is required.

Registration is open

Prenatal Yoga

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Danbury Library

Farioly Program Room

An introductory course for those looking for ways to support your changing body during pregnancy. Yoga is a great way to increase flexibility, balance, and core strength while also working to center yourself mentally as you prepare to give birth.

Bring your own mat and blanket! Registration is required.

This event takes place during our Community Baby Shower.

Talk Time: English Conversation Group

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Danbury Library

Technology Center Conference Room

Join our conversation group and improve your English language skills! Various topics will be discussed each week.

This class is designed for students who are at least at a low-intermediate level.

Two sessions are available on Mondays - from 12–1pm and another from 6–7pm. Participants can come to all or just the ones their schedule allows.

Free! For more information or to register please contact Katherine Mostacero at kmostacero@danburylibrary.org, or call 203-797-4505 ext. 7713.

Free! Registration is not required.

Club de lectura en español

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Danbury Library

Lower Level Meeting Room

Les invitamos a participar en nuestro nuevo club de lectura en español. Nos reuniremos todos los lunes a partir del 8 de abril hasta el 10 de junio. Los lectores tendrán la oportunidad de discutir la trama, los personajes, así como encontrar nuevas amistades.

Este club de lectura está abierto tanto a hispanohablantes como a aquellos que estén aprendiendo español y tengan un nivel de comprensión del idioma intermedio alto. Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de leer en voz alta para practicar su pronunciación.

Nuestra selección para enero es El ingrediente secreto de Emoni Santiago por Elizabeth Acevedo.

Para inscribirse y solicitar un ejemplar del libro, póngase en contacto con Katherine Mostacero en kmostacero@danburylibrary.org o llame al 203-797-4505 ext. 7713.

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We invite you to join our new book club in Spanish. We will meet every Monday beginning April 8 until June 10. Readers will have the opportunity to discuss the plot, characters as well as meet new people.

This book club is open for native Spanish speakers as well as those who are learning Spanish and have a high intermediate understanding of the language. Participants will have the opportunity to read aloud to practice their pronunciation.

We will be reading With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo.

To register and request a copy of the book, contact Katherine Mostacero at kmostacero@danburylibrary.org or call 203-797-4505 ext. 7713.

LEGO Building Club

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

Children are invited to have fun with LEGO bricks! Participants will be able to play with LEGO independently and also participate in group projects that change every month.

Individual LEGO projects will be put aside if participants want to continue on building their project during the next following sessions.

LEGO Club will be held at the story corner on the last Monday of each month from September to April with the exception of December. LEGO Club in December will be held on December 28th.

Ages 8+ No registration required, just stop by!

Registration is open

Live Virtual Program: Earth in Crisis

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Virtual Program

Online

Please Note: This is a VIRTUAL program. Participants will receive a ZOOM link to the program via email once they have registered.

Join us for this series of monthly talks by Dr. Stephen “Mitch” Wagener of the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences at Western Connecticut State University on our changing climate and the impact it has on our Earth.

This series will consist of four engaging and informative episodes, each delving into critical aspects of climate change, sustainable solutions, and envisioning a more resilient future.

Last Monday of the Month. (See dates below)

January 29, 2024

Episode 1: Economics of Climate Change

- Explore the economic implications of climate change on local and global scales and highlight innovative economic models for addressing climate challenges.

February 26, 2024

Episode 2: Green Hydrogen

- Discuss the current developments and applications of green hydrogen and how it can be a game-changer in reducing emissions.

March 25, 2024

Episode 3: Renewable Cities

- Examine the concept of sustainable urban development.

April 29, 2024

Episode 4: Visions: Climate Fiction, Solarpunk, and Protopia

- Explore the world of climate fiction and solarpunk as creative outlets for environmental storytelling.

FREE. Registration is Required.

Registration is open

Earth Day Crochet

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Danbury Library

Junior Department

Join Melissa Lefflbine to learn a beautiful and practical way to reduce, reuse and recycle! We'll be creating an exfoliating soap saver pouch using scrap cotton yarn.

For students 10 and up and adults. This class is ideal for beginners, but all skill levels are welcome!

Free! Registration is required. All materials will be provided.

NOTE: Please register for every session you will attend.

Talk Time: English Conversation Group

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Danbury Library

Lower Level Meeting Room

Join our conversation group and improve your English language skills! Various topics will be discussed each week.

This class is designed for students who are at least at a low-intermediate level.

Two sessions are available on Mondays - from 12–1pm and another from 6–7pm. Participants can come to all or just the ones their schedule allows.

Free! For more information or to register please contact Katherine Mostacero at kmostacero@danburylibrary.org, or call 203-797-4505 ext. 7713.

Free! Registration is not required.

Registration is open

Baby and Me Lapsit Storytime

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

Bond with your baby through songs, nursery rhymes, and simple stories! This in-person lap-sit storytime is designed for infants up to 18 months old and their caregivers.

Free! For children up to 18 months and their caregivers.

Registration recommended for each individual session. Walk-ins are welcomed.

Registration is open

Toddler Storytime

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

Wiggle with your little ones during this music and movement based story time! Sing songs, listen to stories, and get ready to move! This in-person story time is designed for children ages 18-36 months.

Free! Registration Recommended. Walk-ins are welcomed

Registration is open

Danbury Paper Airplane Makers

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Danbury Library

Lower Level Meeting Room

Embrace the spirit of flight this season! Take part in our exciting 2-hour paper airplane crafting workshop at the Danbury Library. Suitable for ages 8 and above, this event invites participants of all skill levels to come together and unleash their creativity.

Join us for a fun-filled session where you'll learn the art of designing and folding paper airplanes. Engage in friendly flight and distance contests, and even team up for some collaborative challenges. This hands-on experience promises an entertaining and educational time for individuals and families alike. Get ready to see your paper creations soar to new heights!

Families welcome! Registration required.

Registration is open

Homework Help

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Danbury Library

Junior Department

Teen volunteers will be available to help students in grades K-5 with their homework.

Please let us know what grade you are in and what you need help with when you sign up, and bring your homework with you when you come for your appointment!

Join the waiting list

Make your own Mini Quilt

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

In this program, you will be making a mini quilt to take home with you.

We will be learning more about the Mayan origins of weaving with stories and more.

Registration Recommend. Ages 7+

Registration is open

Speedcubing Club

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Danbury Library

Junior Floor

Come join us to learn all about speedcubing! Beginners and experienced cubers are all welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach you to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube or learn to solve it faster.

It's a great way to make new friends or keep up with old ones while enjoying a fun activity that also builds life skills.

The club is for students in Middle School and High School, ages 10 and up. Adults are also welcome!

Registration is recommended.

Event is full

Sewing with Dawn, The Stitching Coach "Make a Zipper Pouch" Workshop

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Danbury Library

MakerLab

The MakerLab at Danbury Library presents an exciting lineup of (3) engaging sewing workshops for the winter of 2024. These workshops aim to foster creativity, skill-building, and community engagement through hands-on learning experiences.

Celebrating National Zipper Day, this in-person workshop focuses on bag making and fundamental zipper skills. Participants will engage in a hands-on session, creating a functional and stylish zipper pouch in the Danbury Library’s MakerLab. For those who participated in the March program, an option to modify the pouch pattern to fit their quilt block is available with prior information.

These workshops aim to provide a diverse range of skills and experiences to participants, fostering a sense of accomplishment and creativity that cater to varying skill levels and interests.

FREE for Ages 16+

Space is Limited and Registration is Required.

English Learners Book Club

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Danbury Library

Lower Level Meeting Room

Join us for a book club discussion for readers who speak English as a Second Language. Members of the group will meet once a week and will have the opportunity to read aloud, working on pronunciation and reading comprehension. Members will be expected to read approximately 40 pages in advance of each session. This session runs from March 20 - May 22.

We will be reading People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry.

Please contact Katherine Mostacero at kmostacero@danburylibrary.org or call 203-797-4505 ext. 7713 to register and to request a copy of the book.

Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I - An Author Talk with Douglas Brunt

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Virtual Program

Online

Join us as we chat with New York Times bestselling author, Douglas Brunt, about instant bestselling debut non-fiction work The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I. This book reveals the hidden history of Rudolf Diesel, one of the world’s greatest inventors, and his mysterious disappearance on the eve of World War I.

September 29, 1913: the steamship Dresden is halfway between Belgium and England. On board is one of the most famous men in the world, Rudolf Diesel, whose new internal combustion engine is on the verge of revolutionizing global industry forever. But Diesel never arrives at his destination. He vanishes during the night and headlines around the world wonder if it was an accident, suicide, or murder.

After rising from an impoverished European childhood, Diesel had become a multi-millionaire with his powerful engine that does not require expensive petroleum-based fuel. In doing so, he became not only an international celebrity but also the enemy of two extremely powerful men -– Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and John D. Rockefeller, the founder of Standard Oil and the richest man in the world. The Kaiser wanted the engine to power a fleet of submarines that would finally allow him to challenge Great Britain’s Royal Navy. But Diesel had intended for his engine to be used for the betterment of the world.

Brunt reopens the case and provides a compelling new conclusion about Diesel’s fate. Register now to see how the mystery unfolds!

Register for this virtual author talk and check out other author talks here: https://libraryc.org/danburylibrary/46379

About the Author: Douglas Brunt is the New York Times bestselling author of The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel and host of the top-rated SiriusXM author podcast Dedicated with Doug Brunt. A Philadelphia native, he lives in Connecticut with his wife and three children. Visit DouglasBrunt.com for more information.

Registration is open

Homework Help

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Danbury Library

Junior Department

Teen volunteers will be available to help students in grades K-5 with their homework.

Please let us know what grade you are in and what you need help with when you sign up, and bring your homework with you when you come for your appointment!

Registration is open

Teen Chess Club

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Danbury Library

Junior Floor

Come play chess at the library! Learning chess is a great introduction to major life skills, such as critical thinking and strategy, and playing chess is a great way to make friends and have fun!

This club is especially for students in grades 5 -12.

Members of the Danbury High School Chess Club will be available to teach chess to beginners and coach more experienced players.

FREE!

Registration is recommended!.

Registration is open

Makeup Gurus: Learn How to Apply Makeup!

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

Come learn to apply makeup with Serenitee Morris!

Serenitee is a student at Danbury High School, and she has been doing makeup for as long as she can remember. She will teach younger students tips and tricks on makeup application to help them feel confident in their personal techniques and unique makeup styles.

Students must bring their own makeup products for practice application to ensure safe hygienic use and accurate product shades.

For students ages 11-14

Registration is required.

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