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Knit Embroidered Cookie with The Stitching Coach Saturday, December 2nd from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate the long tradition of decorating gingerbread in a nontraditional program. Learn to embellish your knits with embroidery and create gingerbread people. Patrons will pre-knit their cookies or bring in a knitted item to embellish. In class you will learn to “ice” your knitting with the help of Certified Knitting Instructor Dawn – The Stitching Coach. Register here.

Nonfiction Book Discussion Wednesday, December 6th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Each month we discuss a new and challenging non-fiction book. This month’s read is GOOD TALK by Mira Jacob. If you enjoy learning about new things and different experiences, this group is for you. We are always welcoming new members. Join us!

Year End Review Tuesday, December 12th from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. From Barbie and Oppenheimer to Guardians of the Galaxy III, join film critic Joe Meyers to talk about the best movies of the year and how the Hollywood labor disputes will affect the future of the industry. Register here.

Well-Being Wednesday: Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Raquel Harrison Wednesday, December 13th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Struggling to maintain the diet, exercise, and sleep you need? In this monthly workshop, lifestyle medicine specialist, Dr. Raquel Harrison, will help you create and maintain healthy habits that will improve your physical and mental health. In this session, let's tackle the management of our energy, and MORE! This workshop will teach you the evidence to optimal movement and its benefit both physically and mentally. Register here.

Open Mic Night: Poetry Thursday, December 14th from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Join us for our final open mic night of the year in celebration of poetry of all kinds! Read an original, a favorite, or even song lyrics. Is spoken word your thing, we'd love to see you too. Registration is not required but open for those who wish to confirm. Can't wait to see you!

The Real Elvis featuring Nina Et cetera Sunday, December 17th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Who was Elvis? The Heartthrob? The Scandalous "Elvis The Pelvis"? The Movie Star? Or... a consummate musician who synthesized all the streams of American Music to create a sound unlike any other. Explore Elvis's roots and branches in the Blues, Gospel, Country, Rock and Roll and the genre he defined, Rockabilly. Join Nina Et cetera as they delve deep into Elvis’s extensive catalog playing some well-known favorites, holiday tunes and overlooked gems. Join us!

Children's and Teen programming

Toddler Time for 2's and 3's Monday, December 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Toddler time is now drop in! Join Ms. Chelsie in person for stories, songs, and dances. Ages 2-3.

Book Dragons Book Club Monday, December 4th from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. This month we are reading Super Turbo Saves the Day by Kirby Lee. Read the book on your own and then join us at the library for a fun discussion, related activity, and snack. Register here.

Teen String Art Monday, December 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Learn string art basics, how to use hammer, and nails with Vanessa Fasanella. Create a hangable piece of string art, and go home with a reusable pattern. The library will provide winter themed patterns, but participants can bring their own if they'd like! Register here.

Baby Time Tuesday, December 5th from 11 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Ages birth to 2. Join Miss Elise for storytime! Listen to a story, sing songs, and perform fingerplays. Registration is not required. Questions? Email Miss Elise at ebarlow@trumbull-ct.gov. You can find the words to the songs we sing in class here.

Chapter Chatter Book Club Tuesday, December 5th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join Miss Katie for the new 3-5 grade book club, Chapter Chatter! We will meet monthly on Tuesdays at 6PM to discuss that month's pick. The first ten children registered may pick up a library copy of that month's pick. Register here.

Baby Time Wednesday, December 6th from 11 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Ages birth to 2. Join Miss Elise for storytime! Listen to a story, sing songs, and perform fingerplays. Registration is not required. Questions? Email Miss Elise at ebarlow@trumbull-ct.gov. You can find the words to the songs we sing in class here.

Family Game Night Thursday, December 7th from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Drop in between 5:00 and 7:30PM to play a board game or complete a puzzle as a family. We'll have Sorry, Trouble, Candy Land, Guess Who, and more! Registration is NOT required but sign up to receive a reminder two days before the program.

PJ Storytime Monday, December 11th from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Put on your PJs, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and join Miss Elise for storytime and a simple craft! Ages 3-6. Registration is required.

Fairchild-Nichols Programming

Creators’ Corner Exploration Wednesday, December 6th from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Join us and learn to use our 3D printer. If you are interested in attending or using the 3D printer, please email Paula Carlson: pcarlson@trumbull-ct.gov

D & D Club Wednesday, December 6th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Make new friends and take part in exciting adventures! Never played before? No problem! No prior experience with D&D is required and all the materials will be provided. Bring your own character or use one of our pre-made characters. Open to ages 12 and up. Registration is required.

Random Adult Book Club Monday, December 18th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come join us for a book club that is exactly that. "Hot Book" fiction, thrillers, mysteries, memoirs, sci-fi, non-fiction, chick lit... You never know what genre we will explore or rabbit hole we'll go down! Register here.