Trumbull Historical Society Presents: Revolutionary Connecticut Through the Eyes of Ordinary People Monday, July 13th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. What did the American Revolution mean to the people of Connecticut? This new presentation will draw from the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History’s rich collection of artifacts and documents to tell the revolutionary story through the eyes of ordinary people. It explores the roots of revolutionary sentiment in Connecticut, and how people, both Patriot and Loyalist, experienced the traumatic circumstances of war while trying to meet the needs of everyday life. Register here.

Trivia Night: 90s/2000s Tuesday, July 14th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come enjoy some seriously fun pop culture trivia taking you down memory lane to the 90s and 2000s. From Pearl Jam to Friends and everything in between, this program will be "all that and a bag of chips." Come test your knowledge of a simpler time right as social media was beginning to burst onto the scene. Register here.

Homes of the Founding Fathers with The Bow Tie Historian Wednesday, July 15th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Most Americans recognize the famous homes of the Founding Fathers, such as Mount Vernon and Monticello. Join the Bow Tie Historian, Jason Scappaticci, to look beyond these well-known sites to discover some of the lesser-known homes that reveal new insights into the lives of America’s founders. Register here.

Silent Book Club Thursday, July 16th from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Do you have trouble making time to read? Is your home full of distractions? Are you an introvert who still enjoys a chance to get out of the house? If any of these situations apply to you, come to a meeting of our own chapter of Silent Book Club. Unlike a traditional book club, there are no assigned readings and no deadlines. Bring a book of your own choosing, or pick out a new one at the library, and we’ll have an hour of silent reading time together. Weather permitting, the July 16th meeting of Silent Book Club will be at the town Gazebo, located between the library building and Town Hall. Register here. 
Women in the Age of the Revolution Sunday, July 19th from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. What is freedom?  How do we win it?  And if it comes - how will we use it? Join scholar, Lakshmi Bose, and classical actress, Poornima Kirby, for an inspiring exploration of women’s writings and conversations across the age of revolutions - a 70+ year period spanning movements in America, France and Haiti. Register here. 

Toddler Time (Walkers-Age 3) Monday, July 13th 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, July 13th from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Ages 3-5. Join Miss Kristine for circle time, stories, and complete a simple craft. Registration is not required.

Builders Brigade (Gr. K-5) Monday, July 13th 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.

Toddler Time (Walkers-Age 3) Tuesday, July 14th 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. 

Baby Time (Birth-walking) Wednesday, July 15th 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, July 16th 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.

Therapy Dog Meet & Greet (All ages) Friday, July 17th from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Take a break and meet Thor and Wilson! Thor and Wilson are licensed therapy dogs here for children meet and hang out with. In order to keep a calm environment, we are strictly enforcing a small room capacity and rotating families out as needed. This is a drop in program and registration is NOT required.

Toddler Time - Weekend Edition (Walkers - Age 3) Saturday, July 18th from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Our popular weekday Toddler Time program is here on a Saturday! Come and join us for some music and movement at the library! We will sing, dance, and read together. Music and movement are more than just an active way to bond with your toddler. Programs like this can help develop gross and fine motor skills, encourage the use of words and memorization, and stimulate early literacy. This is a drop-in program. No registration required. Room capacity will be enforced. 

Re-Loved Designs: Mini Beaded Flower Arrangements (Gr. 6-12) Create your own tiny bouquet of charm in this fun and creative workshop! We will design delicate mini floral stems using beads, wire, and colorful materials, then arrange them inside a tiny decorative vessel to create an adorable handmade floral display. Each participant will leave with a unique miniature arrangement that’s perfect for room décor, gifting, or displaying year-round. All materials provided. This program is for participants in grades 6-12 only. Please only register youth participants. 

Hand-Sewn American Flag Bookmarks (Gr. 6-12) Tuesday, July 28^th from 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Join Stitch & Felt for a fun sewing workshop celebrating America's 250th birthday! You'll learn basic hand sewing skills while creating this patriotic bookmark! Registration is required. Please only register teen participants. Supplies and space are limited, and activities are for youth group only. For grades 6-12. Register here.

Building Blocks: Lego/Snap Circuit Drop In Monday, July 13th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Drop in for a fun time playing with Legos and our Snap Circuits. Let our Master Builder help you create masterpieces or let your imagination take you as far as you can go! Ages 7 and up. 

Creator's Corner Drop In Wednesday, July 15th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Drop in and use our 3D printer to create! Ages 8 and up.