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Once Upon a Cuento: A Bilingual Storytime

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

Celebrate the seasons with your child! Hear stories, sing songs, and move with your little ones. We will explore traditional and modern tales from Latin America.

Free! For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

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

¡Celebra las estaciones con tu hijo! Escucha cuentos, canta canciones y muévete con tus pequeños. Exploramos cuentos tradicionales y modernos de América Latina.

¡Gratis! Para niños de 2 a 5 años y sus cuidadores.

Registro Recomendado para cada sesión individual. Los visitantes sin cita previa son bienvenidos.

Registration is open

Workforce Readiness & Financial Literacy/ Preparación de la fuerza laboral y educación financiera

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Danbury Library

Lower Level Meeting Room

Presented by DanburyWORKS, this seven-part series will teach attendees essential skills needed to be workforce ready. Sessions will focus on topics such as preparing a resume, enhancing communication skills, customer service techniques, and financial literacy. Spanish translation will be available.

Free. Please plan to attend all 7 sessions.

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Presentada por DanburyWORKS, esta serie de siete partes enseñará a los asistentes las habilidades esenciales necesarias para estar preparados para la fuerza laboral. Las sesiones se centrarán en temas como la preparación de un currículum, mejorar la capacidad de comunicación, las técnicas de servicio al cliente y la educación financiera. Habrá traducción al español.

Gratis. Por favor, planee asistir a las 7 sesiones.

Outreach: STRIDES Student Visit

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Danbury Library

Junior Floor

STRIDES students will continue learning about library professions, and help out with everyday library tasks.

Resource: APEX Community Care Table

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Danbury Library

Library Main Floor

APEX Community Care will have an information table set up on the Main Floor of the Library. APEX Community Care's mission is to advocate for and provide services to people living with HIV/AIDS, mental health, and substance use disorders, their families, and loved ones and to actively promote education and prevention in the community.

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!

Adult Chess Club

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Danbury Library

Main Floor

Adults of all skill levels are invited to participate in our weekly Adult Chess Club. Improve your game, learn new strategies, and compete against other chess players each week. William Mattison is an experienced chess player and he will be on hand to teach basic beginner moves and strategy for the more experienced player.

Join the waiting list

Yarn Wrapped Clothespin Butterfly Craft

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Danbury Library

Story Corner

Spring is here and the butterflies are out! Come to the library to learn about the various types of butterflies out in the wild and make your very own butterfly craft to take home.

Ages 7+ (or younger with adult supervision)

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 open

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!

Registration is open

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.

Event is full

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

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.