Lower Naugatuck Valley Community Events Calendar

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Every other Monday, little ones are invited to join Brendan for some fun fingerplays, stories, and games aimed at early literacy, language development, and socialization! This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Children will build working circuit boards without soldering or tools.

Location:
Children's room, lower level
Derby

Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Join us for a family-friendly movie and a cozy afternoon at the library! 🍿🎥

Location:
multi-purpose room on lower level of library
Derby

A special story and playtime just for babies and toddlers! We’ll start with some songs, stories, and lap bounces, followed by 20 mins or so of free play! We’ll have interactive toys perfect for those practicing tummy time up to those learning to stand and walk, such as shakers, interactive mats, water tables, and more!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bring your little one for a short movie theater experience, featuring short form films and TV episodes that are appropriate for young children. No loud sound effects or scary imagery. We'll also provide Pirate's Booty as a swallow-safe alternative to popcorn.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Hang out after school in the Teen Space!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Join us for stories, songs, and playtime!

Location:
Children's Room, lower level
Derby

Join us for a fun-filled Storytime with the whole family.

Location:
Children's Room, lower level
Derby

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program! There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things! This program is targeted to ages Birth – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Come make something special, enjoy some hands-on fun, and help us Honor Our Veterans with a little creativity and a lot of heart! ❤️🤍💙🔴❤️⚪🤍🔵💙

Location:
Children's Room- lower level
Derby

Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Kids create things using playdough.

Location:
Multi-purpose room of library
Derby

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Come and test your knowledge and see if you truly know it all-- Spend a fall evening in fun friendly competition as we do a Thanksgiving and Food Trivia with Trivia Host David the local founder and creator of Sticker Book Publishing.

Location:
Seymour Public Library
Seymour

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bring your little one for a short movie theater experience, featuring short form films and TV episodes that are appropriate for young children. No loud sound effects or scary imagery. We'll also provide Pirate's Booty as a swallow-safe alternative to popcorn.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

America 250th - Tavern Night. Dinner Buffett, First Drink Included, Live Entertainment, Costume Contest, Raffles

Location:
Quail and Ale Neighborhood Pub
Derby

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Hang out after school in the Teen Space!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Join us for stories, songs, and playtime!

Location:
Children's Room, lower level
Derby

Join us for a fun-filled Storytime with the whole family.

Location:
Children's Room, lower level
Derby

Bid on baskets. Help local cats! GNHCP’s annual Feral Feline Festival returns with themed raffle baskets and an online silent auction—all while supporting cats in need throughout Greater New Haven.

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Every other Monday, little ones are invited to join Brendan for some fun fingerplays, stories, and games aimed at early literacy, language development, and socialization! This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

A special story and playtime just for babies and toddlers! We’ll start with some songs, stories, and lap bounces, followed by 20 mins or so of free play! We’ll have interactive toys perfect for those practicing tummy time up to those learning to stand and walk, such as shakers, interactive mats, water tables, and more!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bring your little one for a short movie theater experience, featuring short form films and TV episodes that are appropriate for young children. No loud sound effects or scary imagery. We'll also provide Pirate's Booty as a swallow-safe alternative to popcorn.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

The Seymour Library welcomes Jim Lenn. Mr. Lenn will give a talk on the Ovation Guitar Company--its history, innovative construction and the famous musicians that used the instrument. Mr. Lenn will end playing music on his own Ovation.

Location:
Seymour Public Library
Seymour

Join an uplifting, 20+ year tradition of the Cheshire community coming together to light up the night with a message of hope.

Location:
Cheshire Academy
Cheshire

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Hang out after school in the Teen Space!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Learn how to water bath can and receive tips for freezing or fermenting fall produce

Location:
300 Oxford Road, Oxford, CT 06478
Oxford

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program! There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things! This program is targeted to ages Birth – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

We’ll eat snacks, make Mini Book Lamps , and chat about great books!

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

In this fun, hands-on cooking class, kids will make delicious No-Bake Snack Bites using simple, wholesome ingredients, no oven required!

Location:
Children's Room, lower level
Derby

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Bring your little one for a short movie theater experience, featuring short form films and TV episodes that are appropriate for young children. No loud sound effects or scary imagery. We'll also provide Pirate's Booty as a swallow-safe alternative to popcorn.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Hang out after school in the Teen Space!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Join us for this drop-in fun-filled day of crafting!

Location:
Children's room, lower level
Derby

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Self-directed activities to do at your leisure including a DIY station, jigsaw puzzle, and scavenger hunt- all located in the children’s department.

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby

Every other Monday, little ones are invited to join Brendan for some fun fingerplays, stories, and games aimed at early literacy, language development, and socialization! This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby

Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby