This year our seed library is self-serve. The seeds are housed in the cabinet with the sign under the blue counter in the adult area of the library. Come fill out a check-out form and "borrow" seed for your garden this year. You may borrow 5 packs in total of flower, vegetable and herb seeds. …Read more ›
Be a Nutmeg Reader at the Canton Public Library! Sign up HERE to earn collectible book badges as rewards for reading the 2024 Nutmegs. Once you have signed up, you will be able to request a book quiz for any book you have read on the Elementary, Intermediate or Middle School Nutmeg lists for 2024.…Read more ›
Explore crafts of all kinds: knitting projects, perler beads, friendship bracelets, hand stamped and illustrated lettering, and more. We provide project ideas, extra help, and all materials needed. Work on your own projects too. Drop by, chill and create. For anyone in grades 4-12; Free.
Homework Helpers is a free after-school service run by the Canton High School National Honor Society. Each Wednesday a member, or two, of the National Honor Society will be available in the teen section to help younger students with their schoolwork. Drop in or email mglasgow@ctownofcantonct.org to schedule a session.
Come join the Canton Public Library's Writers Group, led by our Writer-in-Residence and local author, Shona Bradbury. The group will meet every Monday from 1:00-2:30pm. Write-in sessions will consist of networking, timed blocks of quiet writing time using the Pomodoro method, and sharing of excerpts and writing goals. Please register on this page or by…Read more ›
Have you been wanting to learn how to crochet? Join us for some hands-on instruction using Creativebug. All materials will be provided, but if you have yarn or hooks of your own you'd like to use please feel free to bring them. This program is for adults. Space is limited and registration is required. You…Read more ›
You can join our Science Discussion group at Good Friends Restaurant to discuss our latest book. Copies of our current book are available at our circulation desk or by placing a hold for yourself. All adults are welcome at our book discussions. We meet at the restaurant and have coffee or lunch as preferred. Please use the…Read more ›
Adult Craft Night is back! Join library director and avid crafter Sarah McCusker for a fun craft project. New projects every month! During June's session, we'll be getting ready for summer reading by making blingy bookmarks. Registration is required and space is limited. If you have any questions, please email Sarah at smccusker@townofcantonct.org. Sponsored by…Read more ›
Come join the Canton Public Library's Writers Group, led by our Writer-in-Residence and local author, Shona Bradbury. The group will meet every Monday from 1:00-2:30pm. Write-in sessions will consist of networking, timed blocks of quiet writing time using the Pomodoro method, and sharing of excerpts and writing goals. Please register on this page or by…Read more ›
Join our Monday group on Zoom! All adults are welcome at our book discussions; just use the registration link if you are not already a member of this group. We send the zoom link a day or two before the meeting. Copies of the book are available at our circulation desk. Call or email Beth…Read more ›
This summer Canton Public Library encourages you to "Find Your Voice." Check out all the events here: https://cantonpubliclibrary.org/summer-reading/ Voices have power! Whether it's the sounds we make, the words we write, the art we create, the movements we perform, or the actions we take each day to impact our world. We will have free in-person…Read more ›
Come join the Canton Public Library's Writers Group, led by our Writer-in-Residence and local author, Shona Bradbury. The group will meet every Monday from 1:00-2:30pm. Write-in sessions will consist of networking, timed blocks of quiet writing time using the Pomodoro method, and sharing of excerpts and writing goals. Please register on this page or by…Read more ›
Join us for a week-long Scratch Coding Camp. This is an exciting program designed to introduce children and teens to the world of coding through Scratch, a beginner-friendly visual programming language. Over the course of the week, participants will learn how to design and build their own interactive stories, games, and animations. By the end…Read more ›
Join us for a week-long Scratch Coding Camp. This is an exciting program designed to introduce children and teens to the world of coding through Scratch, a beginner-friendly visual programming language. Over the course of the week, participants will learn how to design and build their own interactive stories, games, and animations. By the end…Read more ›
Join us for this dynamic acrylic painting class, where teens will embark on an artistic journey filled with color, creativity, and self-expression. No prior painting experience is required, making this course ideal for beginners and those looking to further develop their skills. Topics covered will include an introduction to acrylic painting techniques, color theory, color…Read more ›
Join us for a week-long Scratch Coding Camp. This is an exciting program designed to introduce children and teens to the world of coding through Scratch, a beginner-friendly visual programming language. Over the course of the week, participants will learn how to design and build their own interactive stories, games, and animations. By the end…Read more ›
This class is now in waitlist. Join us in our second acrylic workshop as we dive into acrylic portraiture. Unleash your artistic potential as you explore the intricate art of capturing human emotions, expressions, and personalities on canvas. Topics covered will include an introduction to facial proportions and facial anatomy, skin tones, and textures focusing…Read more ›
Join us for our drop-in open art studio time. Explore crafts of all kinds: knitting projects, perler beads, friendship bracelets, hand-stamped and illustrated lettering, and more. We provide project ideas, extra help, and all materials needed. Work on your own projects too. Participating in one of our other programs and want more time? Need some…Read more ›
Join us for a week-long Scratch Coding Camp. This is an exciting program designed to introduce children and teens to the world of coding through Scratch, a beginner-friendly visual programming language. Over the course of the week, participants will learn how to design and build their own interactive stories, games, and animations. By the end…Read more ›
Join us for a week-long Scratch Coding Camp. This is an exciting program designed to introduce children and teens to the world of coding through Scratch, a beginner-friendly visual programming language. Over the course of the week, participants will learn how to design and build their own interactive stories, games, and animations. By the end…Read more ›
Join us for a colorwork design workshop that will let you “Find Your Voice” as you create a one-of-a-kind colorwork hat. Through hands-on practice and expert guidance, participants will learn how to design their own unique colorwork motifs and charts, incorporating elements of color theory, texture, and stitch manipulation. We will then spend the summer…Read more ›
Bring your writing work in progress and join local writer Connie Carpenter for a guided write-in session. Each session starts with announcements of upcoming writer events in our area. You will then go around the table to state your writing goals for the day. Connie will keep you on track with 3 consecutive 20 minute…Read more ›
Cameron Whitney and an advanced student ballerina are visiting us from the Hartt School's Community Dance Department ! Cameron will lead a movement class for aspiring young dancers, and reading a dance themed story. This special event includes time to take photos with the ballerina and to check out a dance/ballet themed book from the…Read more ›
Join us for a colorwork design workshop that will let you “Find Your Voice” as you create a one-of-a-kind colorwork hat. Through hands-on practice and expert guidance, participants will learn how to design their own unique colorwork motifs and charts, incorporating elements of color theory, texture, and stitch manipulation. We will then spend the summer…Read more ›
Join us to find your inner peace through mindful art. Each week we will focus on a different project. We will explore abstract watercolor gardens, and intricately drawn Mandala designs, get meditative with some zen doodles, and paint our favorite place to be… Sign up for one or all of our Mindful Art Workshops. All…Read more ›
Join us as we learn how to crochet granny squares and turn them into a tote bag. This workshop will be held in two sessions. The first will teach how to make granny squares and the second will show you how to construct the tote bag. For teens and tweens entering grades 5 and up. …Read more ›
Class is now full. If you would like to be put on the waitlist please register using the link below. We will notify those on the waitlist if another participant can no longer attend or if we decide to open an additional session. Enjoy a relaxed morning painting class at Canton Public Library led by…Read more ›
During this two-hour session, work with award-winning author Beth Vrabel on strategies to burn through any NaNoWriMo excuses. Vrabel has written fifteen books in the past ten years, and will share her own tricks for meeting deadline. From crafting a character playlist, building your world across genres, writing what you know plus what scares you,…Read more ›
Join us for our drop-in open art studio time. Explore crafts of all kinds: knitting projects, perler beads, friendship bracelets, hand-stamped and illustrated lettering, and more. We provide project ideas, extra help, and all materials needed. Work on your own projects too. Participating in one of our other programs and want more time? Need some…Read more ›
Do you love mysteries? Come to our mystery discussion at Good Friends Restaurant on the Canton/New Hartford line on Route 44. The Mystery Lovers discuss our current read and enjoy drinks and/or a meal together. If you are new to the group, please use the registration link so we know to expect you at…Read more ›
Class has been canceled Get acquainted with craftivism, learn to embroider, stitch something brilliant, and make friends—all in just 2 hours! Craft-based activism has been used as a tool of resistance, coalition building, and even espionage! Learn from Shannon Downey—a leader in the modern craftivism movement. She will provide an introduction to the history of…Read more ›
Come join the Canton Public Library Writers Group, led by our Writer-in-Residence and local author, Shona Bradbury. The group will meet every Friday from 1:30-4:00pm. Write-in sessions will consist of networking, discussion of writing topics, timed blocks of quiet writing time using the Pomodoro method, and an option to share excerpts and writing goals. Please…Read more ›
The fifth summer of our explosively popular “drop-in” program for families of kids ages 3 - 11. Our teen Science Buddy volunteers bring science exploration to life. New themes and projects each week, including: discovery kits, tinkering projects, science experiments, on-site demonstrations, and more. You may get messy, and parents should definitely expect to participate!
This group will walk on July 1st at 2 pm due to weather forecast this Saturday. Our walking book discussion meets at Nepaug Reservoir at the Route 202 gate to walk together and discuss our latest read. You can join us by registering if you have not yet attended the group. We will then…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.