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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
Mondays from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. July 3rd through August 7. This weekly workshop is led by children's programmer Sue Tarinelli, and was inspired by Cassie Stephen's awesome "Kids' Stitch and String Lab" guide. Over the six weekly labs you'll create six creative hands-on projects that focus on sewing, embroidery, weaving, and fiber crafts.…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 ›
Mondays from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. July 3rd through August 7. This weekly workshop is led by children's programmer Sue Tarinelli, and was inspired by Cassie Stephen's awesome "Kids' Stitch and String Lab" guide. Over the six weekly labs you'll create six creative hands-on projects that focus on sewing, embroidery, weaving, and fiber crafts.…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 ›
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 as local potter, Laura Lynda of Stoneware Alchemy, teaches the basics of working with clay, one of the oldest forms of decorative and functional art. We will discuss how to make beautiful coiled pots, and participants will have up to two hours to explore their imaginations and express their creativity using various techniques…Read more ›
Join us to make an adorable crochet toy. In this program, we will cover the basics of crochet to learn the skills needed to make your own small toy. All skill levels are welcome but this class is geared at a beginner audience. All supplies are provided. For teens and tweens entering grades 5 and…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!
Join Michelle Winkler and Tommie Barker as we hit the trails for this exciting photography hike. Learn about our local trails and nature, and get guidance in photography skills to compose visually appealing photos, work with lighting conditions, and capture landscapes and details that showcase the wonders of nature. The hike will last several hours,…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 ›
Film yourself reading a children's story using our iPad Studio Space, created for our storytimes during the lockdowns! Miss Meg will guide you through the recording process, and we'll send you a copy of your recording to keep as a treasured memory of the summer of 2023. Note: Book Buddies will have the option of…Read more ›
Join us for an introduction to the world of podcast creation. Throughout this four-week program, you'll learn the art of storytelling, gain technical expertise, and express your ideas and passions through the medium of podcasts. No prior experience is required, making this program perfect for beginners and those eager to dive into the world of…Read more ›
Six different art centers each week, with the help our teen volunteers, the Art Buddies! Enjoy learning the skills and the creative habits acquired through art exploration. Over the summer, there will be painting, sculpture, cute critter crafts, mural making, yarn crafts, shrinkydinks, crayon melts and more. Led by Sue Tarinelli and Heather Baker. Drop…Read more ›
Join us as beginner artists are given the opportunity to learn more about formal art critique. In this interactive session, participants will learn the art of providing constructive feedback in a mindful and compassionate manner in order to improve their own and others' works. Participants will learn about different aspects of design and composition, and…Read more ›
This summer, help us create an installation inspired by a similar project from the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art. Just like illustrators who are influenced by the images around them, we get inspired by the art that children add to the walls of our library. This summer, help us create an installation inspired…Read more ›
Join Level Up Karate for a self-defense workshop that will teach you to "Find Your Voice" and use it while gaining the confidence and skills necessary to protect yourself in today's unpredictable world. Through interactive demonstrations, hands-on practice, and simulated scenarios, you will learn how to recognize potential threats, effectively respond to dangerous situations, 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 ›
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 ›
Tween and teen gamers will have the opportunity to play strategy-based, miniatures games on three-dimensional boards complete with painted figures, terrain, and features reminiscent of some of the famous conflicts in history. In this session, play as American Marines or German infantry as their two armies clash at the Battle of Belleau Wood, a famous…Read more ›
Calling Adventurers of any experience level! We are hosting five sessions of Teen Dungeons & Dragons at the Canton Public Library! Dungeons & Dragons (aka D&D or DnD) is a tabletop RPG (role-playing game). Join us as we immerse ourselves in fantasy worlds for loads of fun as we learn the basics, create characters, and…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!
Calling all Adventurers! The Canton Public Library will be hosting a special after-hours D&D group for high school students only. Join Dungeon Master Tommie Barker as we cover the basics, create characters, and set out on a campaign. In “The Culmination Crusades”, players will traverse the Culmination, a post-apocalyptic world made up of floating islands…Read more ›
Unleash your creativity and join our Upcycled Sculpture Workshops, where art and sustainability intertwine to transform discarded materials into captivating works of art. Join Tommie Barker as we guide you through the process of repurposing everyday items. Discover the joy of transforming waste into art, explore innovative techniques, and leave with a renewed appreciation for…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 ›
Film yourself reading a children's story using our iPad Studio Space, created for our storytimes during the lockdowns! Miss Meg will guide you through the recording process, and we'll send you a copy of your recording to keep as a treasured memory of the summer of 2023. Note: Book Buddies will have the option of…Read more ›
Join us for an introduction to the world of podcast creation. Throughout this four-week program, you'll learn the art of storytelling, gain technical expertise, and express your ideas and passions through the medium of podcasts. No prior experience is required, making this program perfect for beginners and those eager to dive into the world of…Read more ›
Six different art centers each week, with the help our teen volunteers, the Art Buddies! Enjoy learning the skills and the creative habits acquired through art exploration. Over the summer, there will be painting, sculpture, cute critter crafts, mural making, yarn crafts, shrinkydinks, crayon melts and more. Led by Sue Tarinelli and Heather Baker. Drop…Read more ›
Shrink Your Lawn – Plant Natives Master Gardener Shows Lawn Alternatives at Canton Library Talk Replacing lawns with native trees, shrubs and perennials, as well as fruits and vegetables, requires less work with more reward. On July 18, at 6:30 p.m. Canton Public Library hosts the seminar “Shrink Your Lawn—Plant Natives” with certified Master Gardener…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 ›
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 ›
Calling Adventurers of any experience level! We are hosting five sessions of Teen Dungeons & Dragons at the Canton Public Library! Dungeons & Dragons (aka D&D or DnD) is a tabletop RPG (role-playing game). Join us as we immerse ourselves in fantasy worlds for loads of fun as we learn the basics, create characters, and…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!
Calling all Adventurers! The Canton Public Library will be hosting a special after-hours D&D group for high school students only. Join Dungeon Master Tommie Barker as we cover the basics, create characters, and set out on a campaign. In “The Culmination Crusades”, players will traverse the Culmination, a post-apocalyptic world made up of floating islands…Read more ›
Are you interested in learning more about Russia's war in Ukraine? Join author and attorney Anne K. Howard on Saturday, July 22, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. as she discusses the award-winning non-fiction, Escape From Mariupol: A Survivor's True Story, that she co-authored with Adoriana Marik, a Ukrainian refugee now living in Connecticut. Anne will give a…Read more ›
Film yourself reading a children's story using our iPad Studio Space, created for our storytimes during the lockdowns! Miss Meg will guide you through the recording process, and we'll send you a copy of your recording to keep as a treasured memory of the summer of 2023. Note: Book Buddies will have the option of…Read more ›
Join us for an introduction to the world of podcast creation. Throughout this four-week program, you'll learn the art of storytelling, gain technical expertise, and express your ideas and passions through the medium of podcasts. No prior experience is required, making this program perfect for beginners and those eager to dive into the world of…Read more ›
Six different art centers each week, with the help our teen volunteers, the Art Buddies! Enjoy learning the skills and the creative habits acquired through art exploration. Over the summer, there will be painting, sculpture, cute critter crafts, mural making, yarn crafts, shrinkydinks, crayon melts and more. Led by Sue Tarinelli and Heather Baker. Drop…Read more ›
Join us to learn about Tea Blending with Jocelyn from Kismet Co. During this workshop, you’ll learn tea fundamentals, herbal infusions, and how to create your own personalized tea blend. All necessary materials, including a wide selection of teas, herbs, botanicals, blending tools, and tasting cups, will be provided during the workshop. For teens and…Read more ›
Join us to make a neurographic pet portrait. We will introduce you to the meditative and therapeutic technique of neurography, which combines free-flowing lines, patterns, and textures to create intricate and dynamic compositions with a focus on our pets! Please bring a photo of your pet (you can use the library to print if needed).…Read more ›
The mission of the Las Musas Book Club is to foster a love of reading diverse and inclusive stories by Latinx authors for young readers! The vibrant array of selections for the book club will excite even the most reluctant readers, as well as engage them in critical thinking, and increase their cultural awareness 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 ›
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 ›
The date on the program has been changed to July 27 from 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Join Rona Leventhal to play games, explore movement and participate in drama exercises, creative visualizations, and other participatory techniques. Rona will work with participants to learn about storytelling and story creation in the oral tradition. For teens and tweens…Read more ›
Calling Adventurers of any experience level! We are hosting five sessions of Teen Dungeons & Dragons at the Canton Public Library! Dungeons & Dragons (aka D&D or DnD) is a tabletop RPG (role-playing game). Join us as we immerse ourselves in fantasy worlds for loads of fun as we learn the basics, create characters, and…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!
Calling all Adventurers! The Canton Public Library will be hosting a special after-hours D&D group for high school students only. Join Dungeon Master Tommie Barker as we cover the basics, create characters, and set out on a campaign. In “The Culmination Crusades”, players will traverse the Culmination, a post-apocalyptic world made up of floating islands…Read more ›
Join Tommie Barker, to learn the basics of illustrative composition in order to design the book cover for your autobiography. For teens and tweens entering grades 5 and up. Registration required. Space is limited. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHEdAeZc2auRPXbPOcdpb8Yo-F9N1a8jVYdSgCgf45v1ZPbA/viewform?usp=sharing
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 ›
Film yourself reading a children's story using our iPad Studio Space, created for our storytimes during the lockdowns! Miss Meg will guide you through the recording process, and we'll send you a copy of your recording to keep as a treasured memory of the summer of 2023. Note: Book Buddies will have the option of…Read more ›
Join us for an introduction to the world of podcast creation. Throughout this four-week program, you'll learn the art of storytelling, gain technical expertise, and express your ideas and passions through the medium of podcasts. No prior experience is required, making this program perfect for beginners and those eager to dive into the world of…Read more ›
Six different art centers each week, with the help our teen volunteers, the Art Buddies! Enjoy learning the skills and the creative habits acquired through art exploration. Over the summer, there will be painting, sculpture, cute critter crafts, mural making, yarn crafts, shrinkydinks, crayon melts and more. Led by Sue Tarinelli and Heather Baker. Drop…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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
Learn the art of improvisational, a.k.a. crumb, quilting at Canton Public Library with the help of Dawn Zillich, The Stitching Coach. Patrons will make unique quilt blocks or finished bookmarks during this 2-hour program. New and experienced sewers, ages 10 and up are welcome. While no quilting experience is necessary, patrons should know how to…Read more ›
Calling Adventurers of any experience level! We are hosting five sessions of Teen Dungeons & Dragons at the Canton Public Library! Dungeons & Dragons (aka D&D or DnD) is a tabletop RPG (role-playing game). Join us as we immerse ourselves in fantasy worlds for loads of fun as we learn the basics, create characters, and…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!
Calling all Adventurers! The Canton Public Library will be hosting a special after-hours D&D group for high school students only. Join Dungeon Master Tommie Barker as we cover the basics, create characters, and set out on a campaign. In “The Culmination Crusades”, players will traverse the Culmination, a post-apocalyptic world made up of floating islands…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.