North Haven Memorial Library

Our local beauty school students will step into the spotlight as creative experts. They’ll guide grandparents through personalized glam sessions- teaching them how small beauty rituals can boost confidence at any age. It’s a hands-on experience where students not only express their creativity but also inspire others about the beauty industry to uplift and educate at every stage of life!
Kelly Reagan holds the title of the Education Leader for the Cosmetology program at Paul Mitchell The School North Haven. Her true love for hairdressing shines through with her speciality in bridal hair styling and shines as she is a backstage powerhouse in several NY runway shows.

Local Event: Glam Your Grandparents

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Glam Your Grandparents

Our local beauty school students will step into the spotlight as creative experts. They’ll guide grandparents through...

Location: Children's Story Room 
Grades: 3rd - 5th 
Registration Required
Learn to code and change the world! Kids Who Code is a national program that is on a mission to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Through bravery, resilience, curiosity and creativity Kids Who Code will help ignite your passion for computer science.

Local Event: Kids Who Code

Kids Who Code

Location: Children's Story Room 
Grades: 3rd - 5th  
Registration Required
Learn to code and change the world! Kids Who Code is...

Workforce Alliance is hosting a free Job Fair open to the public. This event is designed for job seekers looking for employment opportunities and career advancement. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with employers from a variety of industries, learn about current job openings, explore career pathways, and connect with resources that support workforce development and employment success. Employers will be available to discuss opportunities, answer questions, and accept resumes.
List of Employers
<ul><li>Masonicare</li><li>Bozzuto's Inc.</li><li>Rent-A-Center</li><li>The Carabetta Companies</li><li>City of Middletown</li><li>General Dynamics Electric Boat</li><li>MidState Arc</li><li>Gaylord Specialty Healthcare</li><li>Gently Aging Home Care</li><li>Ulbrich Stainless Steels &amp; Special Metals</li><li>CT State Police</li><li>National health Care Associates, Inc.</li></ul>

Local Event: Work Force Alliance Career Fair

Work Force Alliance Career Fair

Workforce Alliance is hosting a free Job Fair open to the public. This event is designed for job seekers looking for employment...

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 2 - 3yrs 
Registration Required
Come learn AND have fun! Parent/Caregivers and their toddlers will interact with books, learn fingerplays, and sing.

Local Event: Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 2 - 3yrs  
Registration Required
Come learn AND have fun! Parent/Caregivers and their...

Let's explore American Ideals in the musicals of 1776 and Hamilton two American musicals telling the story of the founding of our nation. We'll look at these revolutionary musicals and their contrasting visions of an American society at a crossroads.&nbsp;
Note: video clips will be featured from the two musicals.&nbsp;
Presenter Michael Langlois is a performer, lecturer, and storyteller with decades of experience on stage and off.

Local Event: From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton

From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American...

Let's explore American Ideals in the musicals of 1776 and Hamilton two American musicals telling the story of the founding of...

From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 2 - 5yrs 
No Registration Required
Let’s get crafty with playdoh! Drop by to build, mix and create fun and silly playdoh masterpieces. We have the playdoh, tools, and idea mats so just bring your artistic talent.

Local Event: Evening Playdoh Party

Evening Playdoh Party

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 2 - 5yrs  
No Registration Required
Let’s get crafty with playdoh! Drop by to build, mix...

Location: Children’s Department 
Ages: 0 - 24mos 
Registration Required
Registration is highly recommended but not required. Walk-ins are always welcome.&nbsp;This program brings caregivers and babies together to nurture bonds and increase awareness of the child’s development. Our primary focus is the healthy development of infants ages 0-24 months old with an emphasis on language enrichment and pre-literacy skills.

Local Event: Baby Rhyme Time

Baby Rhyme Time

Location: Children’s Department 
Ages: 0 - 24mos 
Registration Required
Registration is highly recommended but not required....

Celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage month with this biographical drama charting the extraordinary career and tragic slaying of pop singing sensation Selena as her career transcended the Tejano scene that launched her into crossover, mainstream success.
Rated: PG, Runtime: 131 mins.

Local Event: Must-See Movie: Selena

Must-See Movie: Selena

Celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage month with this biographical drama charting the extraordinary career and tragic...

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 6 - 11yrs 
Registration Required
Throw on your lab coats and get ready to experiment with Miss Sheila! We’ll learn some cool science facts while making a fun science craft.

Local Event: Library Science Squad

Library Science Squad

Location: Children's Story Room  
Ages: 6 - 11yrs 
Registration Required
Throw on your lab coats and get ready to experiment...

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 2 – 5yrs 
Registration Required
It’s never too soon to start learning the basic concepts behind STEAM programming. In Mixed Media Art we’ll spend the time tapping into kids’ creativity and problem solving by giving them the opportunity to create whatever they can imagine with the supplies we provide. Dress to make a mess!

Local Event: Mixed Media Art

Mixed Media Art

Location: Children's Story Room  
Ages: 2 – 5yrs  
Registration Required
It’s never too soon to start learning the basic...

Location: Children’s Department 
Ages: Parents/Caregivers of children ages 0 - 5yrs 
No Registration Required 
Kids just wanna have fun… and their parents do too! We encourage parents in our community to come together every Monday morning in the Children’s Department to play. While you’re here, enjoy getting to know other parents/caregivers and their little ones, and check out all that the library has to offer! There will be a quick story time about half way through the hour but the rest of the time is yours to enjoy and make new connections.

Local Event: Parent Playdate

Parent Playdate

Location: Children’s Department 
Ages: Parents/Caregivers of children ages 0 - 5yrs 
No Registration Required 
Kids just wanna...

Location: Children’s Story Room 
Ages: Parents/Caregivers of children ages 0 - 5yrs 
No Registration Required 
Join us for a calm, inclusive playtime designed for autistic children and children with other neurodiverse needs. Families can explore interactive activities, read together, and connect with other parents and caregivers in a relaxed environment. This program is funded by the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism through an Autism Community Impact Grant.

Local Event: Calm Connections

Calm Connections

Location: Children’s Story Room 
Ages: Parents/Caregivers of children ages 0 - 5yrs 
No Registration Required 
Join us for a...

Location: Children's Story Room
Ages: 6 - 11yrs 
Registration Required
Dig into the basics of gardening throughout the seasons with the Library and the North Haven Garden Club! We’ll learn some beginner-friendly tips and blend crafting with planting projects to inspire young green thumbs. Our hope is for kids to grow their own little gardens at home while discovering the joy of taking care of the planet.

Local Event: Little Sprouts Garden Club

Little Sprouts Garden Club

Location: Children's Story Room
Ages: 6 - 11yrs 
Registration Required
Dig into the basics of gardening throughout the seasons...

Pick up date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (at the adult service desk)&nbsp; Pick up time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
A super cute, easy to follow mini Kawaii cross stitch kit, sure to delight any enthusiast or entice a beginner into the wonderful world of cross stitch. The finished piece is perfect for a patch, gift tag, or mini card. Which one will you get? &nbsp;We provide the materials and directions for this take home craft, you provide the fun!
Ages 13 +
∗Registration begins on Tuesday, September 15 - &nbsp;September 17

Local Event: Take & Create: Mini Kawaii Embroidery Tins

Take & Create: Mini Kawaii Embroidery Tins

Pick up date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (at the adult service desk)  Pick up time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
A super cute, easy to...

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 6mos – 3yrs 
Registration Required
Time for too-too much fun! If you and your child have a tutu or bow tie, wear it while enjoying music, dancing, and a story.

Local Event: Tutu Tuesday

Tutu Tuesday

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 6mos – 3yrs 
Registration Required
Time for too-too much fun! If you and your child have...

When a woman crashes at an empty Italian villa, posing as the owner's fiancée, she discovers an unexpected romance that may transform her life.
Rated: PG-13, Runtime: 105 mins.

Local Event: Must-See Movie: You, Me, & Tuscany

Must-See Movie: You, Me, & Tuscany

When a woman crashes at an empty Italian villa, posing as the owner's fiancée, she discovers an unexpected romance that may...

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 6 – 11yrs 
Registration Required
Travel through time at the library with our I Survived…book club! Learn facts about the history discussed in the book and create a themed craft while we chat about what we liked, disliked, and more about this month’s title. Read the chapter book OR the graphic novel ahead of time to join in the fun! This month make sure to read: I Survived The Sinking Of The Titanic, 1912 by Lauren Tarshis.

Local Event: I Survived...Book Club: I Survived The Sinking Of The Titanic, 1912

I Survived...Book Club: I Survived The Sinking...

Location: Children's Story Room 
Ages: 6 – 11yrs  
Registration Required
Travel through time at the library with our I...

I Survived...Book Club: I Survived The Sinking Of The Titanic, 1912

Take the mystery out of paying for school! Join us for a free Financial Aid Workshop to learn how financial aid works, understand the FAFSA process, and get the information you need to confidently plan your education. Whether you're a high school student, parent, or community member, this workshop is designed to help you better understand financial aid.
This workshop is open to all adults and high school students. Registration is required.&nbsp;
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<h6>About our Presenter</h6>
Kristina Curwen serves as our Financial Aid Leader, helping students and families navigate the financial aid process with expert guidance and a commitment to making higher education more accessible. Kristina brings a wealth of knowledge in financial aid and a student-centered approach to helping students fund their education.

Local Event: Financial Aid Workshop

Financial Aid Workshop

Take the mystery out of paying for school! Join us for a free Financial Aid Workshop to learn how financial aid works,...

Location: Children's Story Room
Ages: 12mos – 5yrs 
Registration Required
It’s time for some fun with stories, songs, and nursery rhymes in both English and Spanish. This story time is perfect for parents/caregivers and their little ones who speak Spanish and/or English already or for those who don’t, but would like to learn! Es tiempo de divertirse con cuentos, canciones, y rimas infantiles en inglés y español. Este sesión de cuentos es perfecta para padres/cuidadores y sus niñas/os que ya hablen español y/o inglés, o para aquellos que no, pero les gustaría aprender!

Local Event: Evening Bilingual Storytime (Spanish)

Evening Bilingual Storytime (Spanish)

Location: Children's Story Room
Ages: 12mos – 5yrs  
Registration Required
It’s time for some fun with stories, songs, and...

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Hartford Metropolitan Area

Hamden

North Branford

Ellyn Santiago

East Haven

Wallingford

New Haven

Branford

Bethwood

Richard Kaufman

Guilford

Cheshire

West Haven

St. George Church

Celebrate the 12th Anniversary of this vibrant community festival featuring live music from Rich DiPalma, Jen &amp; Tonic, and Sister Funk Band. Enjoy delicious Italian favorites like fried dough and meatball subs, participate in a spaghetti eating contest or grape stomping competition, and explore the kids zone and bocce area. Admission is $5.00, with children 15 and under attending for free.

Local Event: Italian Festival 2026

Italian Festival 2026

Celebrate the 12th Anniversary of this vibrant community festival featuring live music from Rich DiPalma, Jen & Tonic, and...

Long Island Sound

The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth</a> returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29, with fishing officially beginning at 12:01 a.m. Anglers from Connecticut and New York will compete for bragging rights—and a $25,000 grand prize awarded to the tournament's largest bluefish.
The weekend-long tournament features more than $40,000 in total cash prizes, including:
<ul>
 <li>1st Place: $25,000</li>
 <li>2nd Place: $7,500</li>
 <li>3rd Place: $2,500</li>
 <li>Smaller cash prizes awarded through 20th Place</li>
 <li>Port Prizes awarded for the heaviest bluefish weighed at each official Connecticut and New York weigh station (see below for complete list of weigh stations)</li>
</ul>
Young anglers, 17 and under, will also have the chance to win big. The tournament will award a $1,000 cash prize to the largest bluefish caught by a youth angler. Second and third place youth winners will receive $100 gift cards.
Anglers may register online at <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>&nbsp;or in person at any official tournament registration location throughout Connecticut and New York/Long Island.
Official Registration Locations:
Connecticut
<ul>
 <li>AW Marina – New London</li>
 <li>Black Hall Outfitters – Westbrook</li>
 <li>Black Rock Bait &amp; Tackle – Bridgeport</li>
 <li>Bobby J's Bait &amp; Tackle – Milford</li>
 <li>Branford Bait &amp; Tackle – Branford</li>
 <li>Dee's Bait &amp; Tackle – New Haven</li>
 <li>Fin's Bait &amp; Tackle – Clinton</li>
 <li>Fisherman's World – East Norwalk</li>
 <li>Fishin’ Factory – Milldale</li>
 <li>Hillyer's Tackle Shop – Waterford</li>
 <li>Sportsman's Den – Cos Cob</li>
 <li>Ted's Bait &amp; Tackle – Old Saybrook</li>
</ul>
New York
<ul>
 <li>Blue Water Ventures – Peconic</li>
 <li>Cow Harbor Bait &amp; Tackle – Northport</li>
 <li>Duffy's Bait &amp; Tackle – Glenwood Landing</li>
 <li>East Coast Fishing Supplies – Little Neck</li>
 <li>Jack's Bait &amp; Tackle – City Island</li>
 <li>Miller Place Bait &amp; Tackle – Mount Sinai</li>
 <li>Tyalure Tackle – Rye</li>
</ul>
The registration deadline is Friday, August 28, at 11:59 p.m. Registration is $36 per angler and is required to participate. Fishing begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, and concludes at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 30.
Throughout the tournament weekend, WICC, 99.1 PLR, STAR 99.9, and WEBE108 will provide hourly leaderboard updates and tournament results.
For registration, tournament rules, weigh station information, and live updates, visit <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>, follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament</a>, or Instagram @bluefishtournament.
The 44th Annual Bluefish Tournament is proudly presented by WICC, The Surfside Hotel, Stevens Ford Lincoln of Milford, Bridgeport Harbor Marina, Water Dr., Little Pub, and The Fisherman Magazine

Local Event: 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

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44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament...

The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29,...

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