Rails to Trails: A Local History Bike Tour Sunday, October 19th from 11 a.m. 2 p.m. Local Trumbull Historian Sue Del Bianco will take cyclists back in time to when train was king in the Trumbull Valley. Sue will be stopping off at many historical points-of-interest along the rail-trail: a cow tunnel, site of a train wreck, remains of an amusement park, a mill, a mining company, two train stations, and a reputed witch's gravesite. Please meet at Tait Road Parking Lot. If you are local, we encourage you to bike to the meeting location as parking can become an issue. Register here. 

The Dark Side of the Paranormal Sunday, October 19th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This educational program from the Eastern CT Paranormal Society will explore the notion of evil in the paranormal field. Do demons really exist? If so, what are they? How does it all work? Evidence from real-life case studies will be presented, to separate myth from fact. Other aspects of demonology and angelology will also be discussed. Registration is optional but encouraged.

Just Write Peer Writing Group Tuesday, October 21st from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Considering a memoir? Dabbling in poetry? Composing essays? Join us at JUST WRITE – a welcoming group for adults who love putting words on the page. We share our work with fellow writers and offer positive, constructive feedback and encouragement. All types of writing are welcome: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoirs, blog posts, essays, and more. Our policy is to focus on the quality of the piece and not the content. Come to read, listen, and encourage your fellow scribblers! Registration is encouraged but not required. 

Please note: Baby Time, Toddler Time, and Preschool returns Nov. 3th. 

Builders Brigade (Gr. K-5) Monday, October 20th from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Elementary age kids can come and use their creativity to build something fun and unique using Lego blocks and Magna Tiles. All built items will remain at the library. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.

Miss Claudia Sings a Story Friday, October 24th from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Join Miss Claudia for a musical storytime! Ages 2-5. Younger/Older siblings welcome. Registration is not required.

Cardboard Ghost Portraits Saturday, October 25th from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Make a ghost portrait of yourself and/or your family using cardboard and other supplies! This program is for grades 4-6 only. Registration is required as supplies are limited. 

PJ Story Time (Ages 3-6) Thursday, October 30th 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. 

Teen Bites: Taste Testers (Gr. 6-9) Saturday, October 18th from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Teens will be presented with a variety of mystery snack flavors and work as a team to guess what they are. Winners will get to take the rest of the snacks home. This time we will be tasting Oreos. There are almost endless Oreo flavors and we will see if we can guess what they are. Registration is required.

Teen Horror Movie Wednesday, October 22nd from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Teens will watch the PG-13 film Happy Death Day. For ages 13-17. Registration is requested but not required. Snacks will be provided. 

Teen R&R Monday, October 27th 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. Please register teen participant(s) only. Supplies and space are limited, and activities are for youth age group only. For grades 6-12.

Teen Dream Catchers Wednesday, November 5th from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please join Artist, Deb Jaffe, as she guides teens and young adults through the steps of making a dream catcher. Each dream catcher will be as unique as the person who makes it. All materials included. For ages 11-16. Register here. 

Lego Fun and Create a Snap Circuit Drop In Saturday, October 18th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join us for Lego Fun or Create a Snap Circuit. Master Builder Michael is back.... come show us what you can do! Ages 8 and up. Drop in.

Fire Truck Story Time Tuesday, October 21st from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Come join us for a Fire Truck story time! We will have story time with a real-life firefighter and a real-life fire engine. Storytime will be held outside in library parking lot rain or shine. Please dress your littles accordingly. Drop in. Ages 2-7.

Krista's Kids Yoga Wednesday, October 22nd from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Join us for a fun, interactive yoga class for children ages 3 to 6. Bring a mat or towel, bring a water bottle, wear your comfortable clothes and join us for a “zen” 45 minutes of relaxation for your little ones and their caregivers. No previous yoga experience required. Register here. 

Creator's Corner Drop In Wednesday, October 22nd from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Drop in and use our 3D printer to create! Ages 8 and up.

Tiny Tales Tuesday, October 28th 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. Please register with us online. Ages 2-4.

Wand Craft for Kids with Creative Girl Studio Saturday, October 25th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join Laurie-Lynne and create your own wand. Feel free to dress up in your favorite Harry Potter house garb! You will sand, apply gems and paint your very own wand in this fun workshop!  Workshop is two hours. Allow for drying time.  Glue Guns will be used. Ages 8-11. Register here.