Democracy and the Constitution with State Senator Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox Wednesday, September 24th from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join State Senator and Deputy Majority Leader, Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox in a conversation about how our Constitution has balanced power and promoted the public interest since its founding. What conversations should we be having right now about our most fundamental constitutional principles? How will the current interpretations of this founding document impact how our government functions well into the future? What aspects of the founders’ vision of government have been strained over time, especially in recent years, and how can we respond to protect our constitutional republic and to help ensure a meaningful democracy? Register here. 

Community Puzzle Swap Saturday, September 27th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle! Join us to swap out your old jigsaw puzzles for new-to-you puzzles. Puzzles must be 300 pieces or more, in good condition, with all pieces present. Please have the puzzle pieces inside a plastic bag in the box. 

Shakespeare’s Queens Sunday, September 28th from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Created and performed by Shakespearean actress, Poornima Kirby, this jewel of a play dances between Elizabeth’s story, and Shakespeare’s own life as a writer and father to two strong-minded daughters. With history, humor and sparkling poetry, Shakespeare’s Queens is a heartfelt and refreshing exploration of some of the bard’s loveliest verse. Register here. 

Toddler Time (Walkers-Age 3) Monday, September 22nd from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Come and join us for some music and movement at the library! We will sing, dance, and read together. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.

Preschool Time (Age 3-5) Monday, September 22nd from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Join Miss Kristine for circle time, stories, and complete a simple craft. Registration is not required.

Toddler Time (Walkers-Age 3) Tuesday, September 23rd from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Come and join us for some music and movement at the library! We will sing, dance, and read together. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.

No School Movie Matinee Tuesday, September 23rd from 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Enjoy a day off of school with a movie at the Library! We will be watching How To Train Your Dragon PG (live action version.) Registration is encouraged.

New Baby Meet-Up Tuesday, September 23rd from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your infant to the library for a casual meet-up with other new parents. A perfect opportunity to meet other new parents, chat, compare experiences, find parenting resources, and get out with your new baby. No registration required. 

Baby Time (Birth-walking) Wednesday, September 24th from 11 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Ages birth to walking. Listen to a story, sing songs, and perform fingerplays. Registration is not required.

Preschool Time (Ages 3-5) Thursday, September 25th from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Join Miss Katie for circle time, stories, and complete a simple craft. Registration is not required. 

PJ Story Time Thursday, September 25th from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Put on your PJs, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and join Miss Kristine for story time and coloring! Ages 3-6. Registration is suggested.

Sensory Scientists Friday, September 26th from 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Join Miss Katie for an afternoon of fun sensory activities! Ages 3-5. Registration is required. Please only register the child(ren) participating, not the adult.

Drop In: Button Making Saturday, September 27th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Drop into the Merwin Room to make a button pin! All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any stickers, or drawings you want turned into a button.

Jurassic Classroom-How Do We Know? (Gr. 2-5) Monday, September 29th from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. How do we know about animals like T. Rex and Brontosaurus if no one has ever seen them before? Were dinosaurs really like they are in movies?  Students will tackle questions like these by looking at actual dinosaur fossils and utilizing the same skills as real paleontologists to separate the fact from the fiction when it comes to these extraordinary animals. Registration is required. Please register each attendee.

Teen R&R Monday, September 22nd from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. In this program, teens will be encouraged to relax with a variety of low-key activities each session. These activities will change each month but may include coloring pages, Lego blocks, simple crafts, etc. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required. Supplies and space are limited, and activities are for youth age group only. 

DROP IN: Button Making Saturday, September 27th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Drop into the Merwin Room to make a button pin! All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any stickers, or drawings you want turned into a button. This is a family program and registration is NOT required, but materials are first come, first serve.

Teen (P)SAT Exam Saturday, September 27th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Get the experience you need to succeed on test day by taking a full-length SAT practice test. You'll get an interactive score report to help you evaluate your strengths and weaknesses so you can start improving your score right away! This is and ONLINE only test - you can take it from the comfort of your own home! Register here. 

Tiny Tales 2s, 3s and 4s Tuesday, September 23rd from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come join Miss Niki for story time! We will have a little bit of stories a little bit of music and a show stopping craft. Register here. Ages 2-4.

Michele Urban Music presents "Dinosaur Roar" Saturday, September 27th from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Find Your Dinosaur Roar is a “dino-mite, prehistoric, music adventure” that will have your families roaring with delight! Find your own dinosaur roar as you stomp, chomp, dance and sing along to Michele’s silly dino-songs that explore important themes, like feelings, fears, diversity, kindness and inclusion. And, of course, kids have tons of fun sharing knowledge of dinosaur facts! Ages 2-8. Register here.

Autism and Parenting Monday, September 29th from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join Jeremy Farrell and Fairchild Nichols Library in an educational presentation on autism, neurodiversity and parenting.  This presentation is designed to give insights and strategies for parents of autistic individuals.  Jeremy is an autistic individual himself and brings a very personal perspective, understanding and empathy to this presentation. Register here.