Derby Neck Library

Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program!&nbsp;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! No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library -  Drums & Strings & Shaky Things

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Shelton-Derby

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Derby Neck Library -  Drums & Strings & Shaky...

 Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program! There will be singing, dancing,...

Derby Neck Library -  Drums & Strings & Shaky Things

This weekly program is fun for the whole family! Beat the heat and enjoy some free entertainment at your library. Drop in any time from 3:30-5:30 to participate in that day's activity. We'll switch up themes to keep it fresh.
Tonight's theme: Cookie Party! Join us for games, stories, and music in the Community Room, and we will try different recipes for baking cookies!

Local Event: Derby Neck Library -  Family Fun Night: Cookie Baking Party

Derby Neck Library -  Family Fun Night: Cookie...

This weekly program is fun for the whole family! Beat the heat and enjoy some free entertainment at your library. Drop in any...

Derby Neck Library -  Family Fun Night: Cookie Baking Party

Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more! 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! 
Whether you’re here to relax, think hard, or try something new, there’s always a challenge (and a new friend) waiting for you!
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic

Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic

 Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more!  Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers,...

Every other Tuesday, bring your little one in-person for some artistic exploration of various art mediums! One session will feature finger painting, while another will have stamps, and then another will have chalk. Your child will get to experiment with all sorts of artwork, bringing out their little Picasso (and maybe a bit of yours, too)! And the best part is, we clean up the mess. Join us!
This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5, but everyone is welcome! No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library -  Littles' Art Studio

Derby Neck Library -  Littles' Art Studio

 Every other Tuesday, bring your little one in-person for some artistic exploration of various art mediums! One session will...

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.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library -  Afternoon TeaV

Derby Neck Library -  Afternoon TeaV

 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...

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryc.org%2Fderbyctlibraries%2F164320%2Fregister&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3G3c5nub8xZCVF2Jmxv2Q2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Register Here!</a> This is a virtual program. You will receive an email with the link to the program feed.
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about&nbsp;The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.
Diaspora Spice Co. sources the most flavorful, fresh spices in the world from 150 regenerative farms across South Asia—from elders, indigenous communities, young changemakers, and brilliant multi-generational farming families across India and Sri Lanka who are leading the way in sustainable and climate change–resistant agriculture. Filled with culinary storytelling,&nbsp;The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook&nbsp;highlights these farmers and their spices with profiles and evocative photography, plus 85 recipes for simple, seasonal, and powerfully delicious meals.
CEO and founder Sana Javeri Kadri and recipe writer Asha Loupy realized that eating with the people who grow our spices unveils a whole new dimension in our cooking. Adapted for a global pantry, these recipes share the warmth of true South Asian home cooking at its truest and tastiest.
Sana and Asha also note which recipes are the most beginner friendly, freezer friendly, good for a dinner party menu (like a Diwali feast!), and which lend themselves to be pantry building blocks, all for a super easy-to-navigate cookbook.
Register now to learn more about Diaspora Spice Co., the progressive spice company rooted in flavor and equity.&nbsp;
About the Authors:
Sana Javeri Kadri&nbsp;is the founder and CEO of Diaspora Co., a farm-to-table spice company that puts equity, transparency, and high-quality products at its forefront. Sana founded the company in 2017 with just a turmeric blend; now her company sources 30 single origin spices from across 150 farms across India and Sri Lanka. A third-generation native of Mumbai, she now lives in Oakland, California.
 Asha Loupy&nbsp;is a recipe developer and writer with more than a decade of experience in the specialty food industry, from cheese monger to grocery buyer and e-commerce manager. She’s written for&nbsp;Bon Appétit, Food52, Epicurious, and more. She’s based in Oakland, California.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Virtual Author Talk: Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy

Derby Neck Library - Virtual Author Talk:...

 Register Here! This is a virtual program. You will receive an email with the link to the program feed.
Join us as we chat with...

Derby Neck Library - Virtual Author Talk: Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy

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!
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays

Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays

 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...

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.
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft: Caterpillars

Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft: Caterpillars

 Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and...

Join us on Wednesdays for&nbsp;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. Whether you're completely new to the game or just looking to sharpen your skills, come enjoy the challenge and camaraderie of mahjong at the library!
No experience necessary — all materials provided.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup

Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong....

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!
Please note that the Makerspace is flooded with small parts, so we do not recommend it for very young children. No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Makerspace

Derby Neck Library - Makerspace

 Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to...

Every week in the Teen Space, join Ms. Sarah for artistic fun to challenge your mind and your hands. Participate in a guided craft or use the available materials to make anything you want!
Open to patrons ages 12-19. No registration required.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Open Crafting for Teens

Derby Neck Library - Open Crafting for Teens

Every week in the Teen Space, join Ms. Sarah for artistic fun to challenge your mind and your hands. Participate in a guided...

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.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club

Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club

 We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced...

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. No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos

Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll...

Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through a series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions on the 4th Thursday of each month. Periodically, this program will deliver nutritiously balanced and delicious foods for you to enjoy.
Please call the Circulation Desk at 203-734-1492 to register for this program.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Age Well with Griffin Health

Derby Neck Library - Age Well with Griffin Health

Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent...

Hang out after school in the Teen Space!
Enjoy snacks while watching movies or anime, playing console and PC games, making crafts, or joining a tabletop game. Teens can also earn volunteer hours by helping the Teen Librarian with take-and-make projects.
Movies, anime, and other visual media shown during Yap and Snack will be selected with a goal of staying within a PG–13 rating whenever possible. We encourage parents and guardians to be aware that some content may include themes suitable for teens ages 13 and up.
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Yap and Snack for Teens

Derby Neck Library - Yap and Snack for Teens

 Hang out after school in the Teen Space!
Enjoy snacks while watching movies or anime, playing console and PC games, making...

For children of all ages.
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!
This week's theme is Lilo and Stitch. Relive the fun and magic of the classic Disney film about a misunderstood girl who adopts a strange animal, leading them both to a better understanding of what it means to be a family.
No sign-up necessary,&nbsp; but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes: Lilo and Stitch

Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes: Lilo and...

 For children of all ages.
Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell...

Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes: Lilo and Stitch

An adults-only book club reading into true crime, cults, conspiracies, mortuary science, and more!
June's Selection: The Secret History of Bigfoot: Field Notes on a North American Monster by John O'Connor

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Morbid Curiosity Book Club

Derby Neck Library - Morbid Curiosity Book Club

 An adults-only book club reading into true crime, cults, conspiracies, mortuary science, and more!
June's Selection: The...

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!
<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fderbynecklibrary.org%2Fthe-needlers-club%2F&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0r38A6X1vL23bbxtZY1ww_" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learn more about our mission here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club

Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club

 The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and...

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.
STEM Saturdays is an all-ages drop-in program. Stop by the Children's Room any time between 2:00 and 4:00 to try the experiment!

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays: Butterfly Life Cycle

Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays: Butterfly...

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the...

Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays: Butterfly Life Cycle

Join us for our annual summer kickoff party, which begins our summer programming series and reading incentives. We'll have free food, live music, and loads of crafts and activities, including an outdoor Big Dig for dinosaur fossils and gems in our sandbox.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Summer Reading Kickoff: The Big Dig

Derby Neck Library - Summer Reading Kickoff:...

Join us for our annual summer kickoff party, which begins our summer programming series and reading incentives. We'll have free...

Derby Neck Library - Summer Reading Kickoff: The Big Dig

Head Librarian

RJ Scofield

Hartford Metropolitan Area

New Haven County

Orange

Bethwood

Vincent Salzo

West Haven

Chris Rhatigan 

Milford

Hayleigh Evans

Monroe

Jay Kenney

Oxford

Trumbull

Ellyn Santiago

New Haven

Stratford

Hamden

High Plains Community Center

KICKOFF TO SUMMERFEST: LOBSTER ROLLS – CHEESE STEAKS –&nbsp; LIVE MUSIC – SUMMER VIBES
Get ready to launch summer with great food, live music, and an unforgettable community celebration at the High Plains Pavilion!
The Milford Performance Center and the Orange Rotary Club are teaming up to present the first festival-style food and music event of the season – a fun-filled afternoon and evening featuring fresh lobster rolls, sizzling cheese steaks, local bands, and nonstop entertainment.
A designated festival area at the High Plains Field Pavilion will host the event, creating the perfect outdoor summer atmosphere for music, food, and fun.
Bring your friends, bring your lawn chairs, and kick off summer the right way with food, music, and community spirit.
🌸 Event Details: 🌸 – Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 – Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Food Service: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Live Music: Continuous from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Location: High Plains Community Center Pavilion (525 Orange Center Rd, Orange, CT) Live Music Lineup Featuring:
<ul><li><ul><li>Mushroom Cloud – Jam band favorites and high-energy live performances</li><li>Milford School of Rock – Local young musicians bringing classic and modern rock to the stage</li><li>Vinyl Revival – Yacht Rock meets Jimmy Buffett for the ultimate summer soundtrack</li><li>DJ Marc – Keeping the party going all afternoon between sets</li></ul></li></ul>

Local Event: MPC & Orange Rotary Summerfest

MPC & Orange Rotary Summerfest

KICKOFF TO SUMMERFEST: LOBSTER ROLLS – CHEESE STEAKS –  LIVE MUSIC – SUMMER VIBES
Get ready to launch summer with great food,...

Trumbull High School

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026
Trumbull Day Event:&nbsp;June 26 to June 27, 2026
"The Trumbull Day fireworks will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Trumbull High School, weather permitting. Fireworks will start at dusk (about 45 minutes after sunset, likely at 9:00 PM, but there is no set time). Folding chairs and/or blankets may be used to watch the fireworks."Trumbull Day Dates*Admission is free each day!<ul><li>Friday, June 26, 2026: Open from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM</li><li>Saturday, June 27, 2026: Open from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, closing with a fabulous fireworks display.</li><li>Rain Date: Carnival rain date will be on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 2:00 to 10:30 PM (only if Saturday is canceled). Fireworks rain date will be on Sunday, June 28, 2026.</li></ul>
-Information via <a href="https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/413/Trumbull-Day" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">the town of Trumbull</a>

Local Event: Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026
Trumbull Day Event: June 26 to June 27, 2026
"The Trumbull Day fireworks will be held on Saturday,...

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Derby Neck Library - Drums & Strings & Shaky Things

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Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Night: Cookie Baking Party

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3:30 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic

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4:30 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Littles' Art Studio

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10:30 AM

Shelton-Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV

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1:30 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Virtual Author Talk: Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy

JUN

23

2:00 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays

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3:00 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft: Caterpillars

JUN

23

4:30 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup

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12:00 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Makerspace

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24

3:00 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Open Crafting for Teens

JUN

24

4:00 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club

JUN

24

6:00 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos

JUN

25

10:30 AM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Age Well with Griffin Health

JUN

25

1:30 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Yap and Snack for Teens

JUN

25

2:00 PM

Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, CT

Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes: Lilo and Stitch