Just Write Peer Writing Group Tuesday, January 6th 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. 

Nonfiction Book Group Wednesday, January 7th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Consider this your invitation to read and discuss nonfiction! We read a wide variety of popular fiction and across the genres of nonfiction. January’s book selection is The Medicine River: A Story of Survival and the Legacy of Indian Boarding Schools by Mary Annette Pember. Register here.

Mah Jongg Open Play Wednesday, January 7th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Play Mah Jongg! This is open gameplay for players of all levels as long as you understand the basics of game play. The group will play with the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) 2025 card and rules. There will be no instruction, but some tables may be suitable for beginners. Register here. 

The Yarn Darlings Wednesday, January 7th 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. We can’t wait to see you there. Registration is requested for the group but not required. 

Adult Fiction Book Club Thursday, January 8th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Join us as we discuss The Frozen River by April Lawhorn. We have a limited amount of copies of this month's book available for check out at the main branch circulation desk. Register here. 

SCORE: Want to Win a Business Contract? Develop a Capacity Plan Thursday, January 8th from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Contracting with government agencies and large corporate buyers requires more than certifications and a capability statement — it requires capacity. Join Steven Semaya from the Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) to learn more. While most procurement workshops focus on registrations (SAM.gov), SBA certifications, or how to identify opportunities, this workshop will go deeper into another critical area buyers evaluate when making buying decisions: your business’s ability to deliver. Register here. 

Classics Book Club Saturday, January 10th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Ever wanted to revisit a classic you read in school - or finally tackle one you've always meant to read? Join us for the Classics Book Club. January's selection is Dubliners by James Joyce (1914). Register here.

Ebooks & Audiobooks with Your Library Card Saturday, January 10th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Are you expecting to receive a phone, tablet, or laptop for the holidays? Or are you planning to gift one to someone else? Your Trumbull library card makes it even more fun! Learn how to use that new device to borrow thousands of ebooks and audiobooks for free through Libby/OverDrive and Hoopla. We’ll show you how to browse, borrow, and start reading or listening in just a few taps - no late fees, no trip to the library, and plenty of new books to enjoy in 2026! Registration is encouraged, but not required.

Sunday Concert: The Nu Haven Kapelye Sunday, January 11th from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Trumbull Library invites audiences of all ages to join us for a dynamic educational performance featuring The Nu Haven Kapelye, Connecticut’s largest klezmer ensemble! In this lively program, the Kapelye will bring the vibrant world of klezmer music to life through spirited Eastern European Jewish melodies, engaging storytelling, and audience participation. Listeners will discover the cultural roots and historical journey of klezmer - from its origins in shtetl celebrations to its revival in modern American communities - through a mix of traditional tunes, Yiddish folk songs, and contemporary arrangements. Register here.

Please Note: Storytime programs return Monday, January 5th. Happy Holidays!

Fleece Tie Blanket Making Saturday, December 20th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Join us as local teen Mia Lorant, in collaboration with the non-profit "My Friend Abby," will lead you in how to create fleece tie blankets. Each blanket will be about 50 x 60 inches, and all blankets made will be donated to the Mary J. Sherlach Counseling Center. This program is for all ages 10+, including adults, and all skill levels. Please register each person to account for supplies. 

Space Craft Night Tuesday, December 23rd from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Join us for some themed crafts! Ages 3-6. Registration is required. Please register only the child(ren) participating, not the adult.

Teen R&R Monday, December 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. Please register teen participant(s) only. For Grades 6 - 12.

Teen Bites: Taste Testers Saturday, January 3rd from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 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 Pringles. There are almost endless Pringle flavors and we will see if we can guess what they are. Registration is required. Please only register teen participants. Supplies and space are limited, and activities are for youth group only. Please let staff know if you have allergies. For grades 6 - 9.

Not Quite New Year's Eve New Year's Eve Storytime Wednesday, December 31st from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Come join us at the Fairchild Nichols Memorial library for a musical story time to celebrate not quite New Year's Eve New Year's Eve celebration! We will have a little bit of stories a little bit of music and a little bit of games and crafts. Register here. All ages welcome.

Tiny Tales 2s, 3s, and 4s Tuesday, January 13th from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come join us 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.