Blog Archives

Writers Group Write-Ins

Come join the Canton Public Library’s Writers Group, led by our Writer In Residence and local author, Shona Bradbury. Meetings will be held in the Library Program Room on Mondays from 1-2:30 pm (starting July 11th) …

Read More »
Tagged with: , ,

Writers Group Write-Ins

Come join the Canton Public Libary’s Writers Group, led by our Writer In Residence and local author, Shona Bradbury. Meetings will be held in the Library Program Room in the evenings on the 2nd Wednesday of …

Read More »
Tagged with: , ,

Writers Group Write-Ins

Come join the Canton Public Libary’s Writers Group, led by our Writer In Residence and local author, Shona Bradbury. Meetings will be held in the Library Program Room in the evenings on the 2nd Wednesday of …

Read More »
Tagged with: , ,

Woodworking – Learn Beyond the Beaten Path

Learn to carve your name in a wood sign using a router. Design your name, assist our carpenter with the carving, sand, and finish your project with a paint or stain.

Grades 4 and up

Read More »


Tagged with: , , , ,

Whipping Up Dips and Summer Snacks – Learn Beyond the Beaten Path

Come whip up your own delicious dips and adventure by creating your own delicious concoctions with guidance from Shana, your local dietitian nutritionist. Come join this off the beaten path adventure taste testing class and dip into summer, fueled by …

Read More »
Tagged with: , , , ,

Graphic Novel Drawing – Learn Beyond the Beaten Path

Matt Ryan will be here to guide participants through the creation of a comics page, the construction of a character, and the life of a comic from script to press. The educational and entertaining performance encourages participation from the audience …

Read More »
Tagged with: , , , , , ,

Campfire Cooking – Learn Beyond the Beaten Path

Heading out to the woods, a scenic lake, or enjoying a staycation while camping in the backyard??? Well, guess what??? Your camping food does not have to be subpar anymore!!! In this hands-on cooking class, we will teach teens, how …

Read More »
Tagged with: , , , ,

Nature Walk and Craft – Learn Beyond the Beaten Path

Join Master Gardner Michelle Winkler for a nature walk to explore the area around the library.  While on your walk you will collect supplies to make your own unique, natural work of art.

Grades 4 and up

Registration Required

Read More »
Tagged with: , , , , , , ,

Rollercoaster Engineering Challenge – Learn Beyond the Beaten Path

Roll, twist, loop, and speed down the track as you design, create, and test your own rollercoaster! How does inertia affect an object’s motion? Explore how various forces can influence motion as you try to get your passenger safely to …

Read More »
Tagged with: , , , , ,

Artist Trading Cards – Learn Beyond the Beaten Path

Come Learn about the world of Artist Trading Cards. Jump start your creativity and show your artistic style with these miniature masterpieces.

Grades 4 and up

All materials will be provided

Registration Required

Read More »
Tagged with: , , , , ,

Canton Public Library • 40 Dyer Avenue • Canton, CT 06019 • 860-693-5800 • Fax 860-693-5804