How did the women of CT work for – or against – the right to vote? In this program, we’ll look at photos, letters and pamphlets from the Connecticut Historical Society collection to understand one of the most hard-fought political battles of American history. You’ll learn about suffragists like Katharine Houghton Hepburn, Mary Townsend Seymour,…Read more ›
One of the few positive effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and its resulting isolation has been an increase in the number of people who have purchased or “adopted” houseplants. If you’re one of those plant newbies, or even if you’re an “expert”, please join us Saturday, April 2 at 1:00 pm for our presentation…Read more ›
Join us on the first Thursday of the month for a fun craft project. This month we will be making embellished yarn-wrapped wreaths. Space is limited and registration is required. Register using the "Register" button above or email Sarah at smccusker@cantonpubliclibrary.org.
Join our Monday group on Zoom to discuss Klara and the Sun. All adults are welcome to join our book discussion groups. Copies of the selection are available at our circulation desk in advance of the meeting. Library Journal Reviews When Ishiguro (The Remains of the Day; Never Let Me Go) was awarded the Nobel Prize…Read more ›
In the second of our two programs in observance of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, the Canton Public Library welcomes the Russell Library (Middletown, CT) Veterans Writing Group via Zoom, on Tuesday, April 12 at 7:00 PM. This group of Veterans has been meeting and writing their stories of incredible wartime experiences for more than seven…Read more ›
Inclement weather policy: If Canton schools or afterschool activities are cancelled for weather-related reasons, so too are events for teens and children at the Canton Public Library. The library is often still open, please contact us with questions or concerns at 860.693.5800.
