Trumbull Library News & Events
Adult Programming
Adult Programming

Newspapers & Magazines With Your Library Card Sunday, October 26th from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Your library card unlocks more than just books! Learn how to access local and national newspapers - including The Trumbull Times, The Connecticut Post, and The New York Times - all online and completely free. We'll also show you how to explore Consumer Reports and other popular magazines, right from the library website, using your computer, tablet, or phone. Stay informed, save money, and skip the paywalls! Register here. 
Write Here, Write Now: A Journaling Group Tuesday, October 28th from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join us in a creative space to connect with fellow journal writers. Be inspired to write consistently. Prompts are provided to help spark writing and creativity. 
Register here. 

The Yarn Darlings Wednesday, October 29th from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join our fiber arts group. Bring your knitting, crocheting, needle punching, needle felting, or any other yarn craft to work on while socializing with other crafters. All skill levels are welcome. Registration is requested for the group but not required. 

Connecticut Witch Trials Monday, November 3rd from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join historian Dr. Jason Scappaticci to discuss witch trials that took place outside of Salem. Connecticut led the way in the prosecution and execution of witches almost 50 years before the Salem Witch Trials began. Register here. 

Trumbull Historical Society Veterans Town Hall Sunday, November 9th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Trumbull Historical Society and the Trumbull Library have partnered to present the Vets Town Hall! At this event, veterans and those who support them will share their perspectives on what it means to serve our country. Inspired by author Sebastian Junger's Vets Town Halls, this is a non-partisan, non-political event in which all viewpoints are valued. Honor our veterans simply by listening. Register here. 

In Conversation: Amity Gaige author of Heartwood Saturday, November 15th from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon with acclaimed novelist Amity Gaige. Her newest release, Heartwood, was praised by The Boston Globe as ‘the best thriller of 2025,’ and selected as a Read with Jenna pick, and is rapidly climbing the bestseller lists. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Amity Gaige speak about her writing and the inspiration behind her novels. Books will be available for purchase, courtesy of Black Rock Books. A book signing will follow the discussion. Skip the line and preorder your copy of Heartwood today! Presale books may be picked up at the Trumbull Library on the day of the event. This event is free and open to the public, generously sponsored by the Friends of the Trumbull Library. Registration is required.

CHILDRENS

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

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 PROGRAMMING

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 Bites: Taste Testers (Gr. 6-9) Saturday, November 1st from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Teens will make two easy no-bake fall themed treats: “Pumpkin Pie in a Bag” and “Acorn Donut Holes.” Registration is required. Grades 6-9.

Registration is required.

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. 

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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.

cARTie Museum Bus Story Time Monday, October 27th from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Come join Miss Kelly and the cARTie Crew for a magical museum story time adventure. Expect to learn about different ways of looking at and enjoying art through song, movement, art making, exploration, and stories. We will read "What Does it Mean to Visit a Museum" and creating paper museum buses. Ages 3- 5. cARTie is a wheelchair-friendly, sensory-rich space. Register here.

Krista's Kids Yoga Wednesday, November 5th 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. 

Musical Turkey Time Story Time Tuesday, November 4th from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come join us for a musical story time to celebrate Thanksgiving. We will have a little bit of stories a little bit of music and a little bit of games and crafts. Please register with us online. Ages 3-7.

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