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"Photographs of Little Gull Island" Artist Gallery

All Day 11/1 - 12/31
Art Exhibit Second Floor at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone

Blackstone Artists Circle Gallery Reception. This artwork will be on display in the upper rotunda gallery for November & December.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Video Stories for Babies up to age 5

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Video Stories:

A storytime featuring movies, music & more! For children through age 5. We’re saving Fridays for a special event that features songs, hand rhymes, & a video story we can...

This event is in the "Adults" group

Poetry Cafe

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

We are a fun, friendly group who love poetry. Each week, we select a poet - from modern to classic, humorous to serious - to read aloud followed by a lively group discussion. We always welcome new members, so join us!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group

"Could Roxi be a Bird?" Puppet Show with New Haven Bird Club

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts & Culture, Science, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5), School Aged (grades k-4)

Join Roxi Fox as she sets out on a hilarious and heartwarming journey to become a bird. Along the way, she'll meet some feathered friends and learn what makes them so special.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Fireside Chat with Local Authors: Katie Tietjen

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Talks & Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Join us for readings and discussions with local authors in front of the fireplace in our Reading Room!

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Preschool Stories for ages 3-5

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Preschool Stories:

A live, in-person storytime for children ages 3-5!  Join us for an interactive story time filled with songs, movement, books and manipulates that are age appropriate for pr...

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group

Homeschool Meetup

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Music, Arts & Culture, Science
Age Group:
Youth, School Aged (grades k-4)

A meetup for homeschool families to socialize and share resources. Every month we will learn about a new topic, do an educational activity, and learn about some of the services the library provides.

Registration Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Grief Support Group

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Grief Support Group 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Tuesdays are for Twos Storytime for ages 2 to 3

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Tuesdays are for Twos:

Children & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a program filled with singing, dancing, rhyming & stories for ages 2-3!  Each week will be something new alon...

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Tech Help Tuesday

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults

Confused about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? Drop in to the library between 10:30am & 12pm to get a tech question answered. First come, first served. Sessions will be limited to 15 minutes per person.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Stories & Music for Babies up to 24 months

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Stories & Music for Babies:

Babies & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a gentle storytime of rhyming, movement & song for babies just under 24 months.  Each week we will promote bond...

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Stories & Music for Babies up to 24 months (class two)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Stories & Music for Babies:

Babies & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a gentle storytime of rhyming, movement & song for babies just under 24 months.  Each week we will promote bond...

This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Stay and Play

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Children (ages 0-5)

Stay after storytime ends or just drop in. Designed for children under 2 and their caregivers to play, connect, and chat in a casual setting. This event is facilitated in collaboration with the Branford Early Start Partnership for Children.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Classical Latin Three

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Latin III  will begin with a review of chapters 28-40 of Ecce Romani II. At the completion of all 27 chapters of  the text, the group will move on to translating

Registration Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group

Junior Teen Advisory Group for grades 5-8

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8)
Junior Teen Advisory Group:

Drop-in event. Are you an intermediate student who loves books, crafts, and making the world a better place? Consider joining our Junior Teen Advisory Group! This small counse...

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This event is in the "Everyone" group

The Historic Art of Chocolate-Making Demonstration

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Talks & Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Embark on a delicious journey back to the 18th century to experience the rich history and artistry of chocolate-making!

Registration Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Blackstone Fiber Art Community

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Hands-On or DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a weekly fiber art group. All experience levels in knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, sewing, felting, embroidery, and all fiber art forms are welcome! Drop in any time between 6 and 8pm.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group
This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group

Teen Kitchen Creations: Candy Sushi

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Hands-On or DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12)

Come make beautiful candy creations that look like sushi using rice krispie treats, fruit roll ups, and other delicious items!

Registration Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group

Read Aloud to a Therapy Dog for Grades 1 and up

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Youth, School Aged (grades k-4)

Grab your favorite book and join Oscar for a reading adventure! Practice reading aloud to Oscar, a therapy dog who loves spending time with kids like you.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group

Video Stories for Babies up to age 5

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Video Stories:

A storytime featuring movies, music & more! For children through age 5. We’re saving Fridays for a special event that features songs, hand rhymes, & a video story we can...

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Blackstone Library Tour

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Rotunda at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Talks & Lectures
Age Group:
Everyone
Blackstone Library Tour:

Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone Library employee. Tour meets in the Rotunda by the Referen...

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Registration Required