For the last year, you have had the opportunity to “Be a Nutmeg Reader” and earn collectible book badges for reading the 2022 Nutmegs. Now any tween or teen, grades 4 and up, who have earned at least 10 badges will be invited to attend a special lock-in event at the library. The movie starts…Read more ›
Get your first look at the 2023 Nutmeg Books. Check them out before anyone else! Wear your PJs and join us for brunch while we announce the 2023 Nutmeg lists. The Nutmeg Book Award encourages children in grades 2-12 to read quality literature and to choose their favorite from a list of ten (committee-nominated) titles…Read more ›
Learn to make your own knit butterfly. In this introduction to toy knitting program, we will be learning how to knit a butterfly using double-pointed needles. Skills you will learn include the knit stitch, the purl stitch, knit front back, knit two together, and picking up stitches. All materials will be provided. Grades 4 and…Read more ›
Camp NaNoWriMo is your next, great writing adventure! This month-long writing challenge takes place every July and offers you the flexibility to try something new with your writing. During Camp, you can set your own word-count goal (you’re not locked into 50,000 words!), and you can officially tackle any kind of writing project, novel or…Read more ›
STEAM experiences for children and their grown-ups —ages 3 and up—together. Aimed at preschoolers and school aged students, this program will focus on the skills and the creative habits acquired through art exploration. Multiple centers offered with different art experiences each week. Led by Sue Tarinelli and Heather Baker, with help from our Art Buddies…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.
