We remain closed until further notice.

While our building is closed, please join us for virtual and off site events.

Event List

Filters
Age Group
Storytime Stuffed Animals default image showing stuffed animals placed in a circle on storytime mat

Toddler Time Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs.  Please note: this event has moved locations ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Image for "Tunes and Tales" Music notes

Tunes & Tales (at Parks & Rec)

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

A group of children's hands are visible playing with Legos

LEGO Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, STEM/STEAM, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Michelle and Jen for an afternoon of LEGO fun! We’ll provide the LEGO bricks, and you bring the creativity! You can free build, or work off of instructions. Please note: th...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games and Recreation, STEM/STEAM, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join Michelle and Jen for an afternoon of LEGO fun! We’ll provide the LEGO bricks, and you bring the creativity! You can free build, or work off of instructions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

A blue and pink doodle of a brain inside a lightbulb on a purple background

Family Trivia Night

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for another Family Trivia night! Work together as a family team to answer our trivia questions! We'll have a variety of topics, including kid-centric knowledge, general inf...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join us for another Family Trivia night! Work together as a family team to answer our trivia questions! We'll have a variety of topics, including kid-centric knowledge, general information, and questions aimed at parents, too.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

All Ages

This program is for all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

illustration of three kids dangling from a tree

Drop-In Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home.  All ages are welcome.&nbs...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home. 

All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Image for "Waterbury Symphony Orchestra"

ZOOM - Max Found Two Sticks: Waterbury Symphony Creating Musical Readers

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Performances, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join members of the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra as they bring the book, "Max Found Two Sticks", by Brian Pinkney, to life through music! This program will be online via Zoom. ...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Performances, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join members of the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra as they bring the book, "Max Found Two Sticks", by Brian Pinkney, to life through music! This program will be online via Zoom. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Storytime Stuffed Animals default image showing stuffed animals placed in a circle on storytime mat

Babies & Books Storytime

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs.  Please note: this event has moved loc...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Storytime Stuffed Animals default image showing stuffed animals placed in a circle on storytime mat

Toddler Time Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs.  Please note: this event has moved locations ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

illustration of three kids dangling from a tree

Drop-In Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home.  All ages are welcome.&nbs...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home. 

All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Storytime Stuffed Animals default image showing stuffed animals placed in a circle on storytime mat

Toddler Time Storytime (at Parks & Rec) - Rescheduled

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs. Please note: this event has moved locations to b...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Image for "Tunes and Tales" Music notes

Tunes & Tales (at Parks & Rec)

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

four Main Street Ballet performers posing in Nutcracker costumes

Main Street Ballet Presents Storybook Nutcracker: An Interactive Event

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

The Main Street Ballet is back to kick off the holiday season with an interactive event. Learn the story of the classic ballet "The Nutcracker" and try your hand at a few steps.&nb...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performances
Required
Event Details:

The Main Street Ballet is back to kick off the holiday season with an interactive event. Learn the story of the classic ballet "The Nutcracker" and try your hand at a few steps. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

illustration of three kids dangling from a tree

Drop-In Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home.  All ages are welcome.&nbs...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home. 

All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Image for "Tunes and Tales" Music notes

Tunes & Tales (at Parks & Rec)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Image for "Holiday Flower Arranging"

Holiday Flower Arranging with the Southbury Garden Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join the Southbury Garden Club to create holiday flower arrangements!Please note: this event has moved locations to be at the Southbury Parks & Recreation Building at 561 Main ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join the Southbury Garden Club to create holiday flower arrangements!

Please note: this event has moved locations to be at the Southbury Parks & Recreation Building at 561 Main Street South!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

illustration of three kids dangling from a tree

Drop-In Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home.  All ages are welcome.&nbs...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home. 

All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Image for "Tunes and Tales" Music notes

Tunes & Tales (at Parks & Rec)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

A group of children's hands are visible playing with Legos

LEGO Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, STEM/STEAM, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Michelle and Jen for an afternoon of LEGO fun! We’ll provide the LEGO bricks, and you bring the creativity! You can free build, or work off of instructions. Please note: th...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games and Recreation, STEM/STEAM, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join Michelle and Jen for an afternoon of LEGO fun! We’ll provide the LEGO bricks, and you bring the creativity! You can free build, or work off of instructions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

illustration of three kids dangling from a tree

Drop-In Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home.  All ages are welcome.&nbs...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home. 

All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Image for "Tunes and Tales" Music notes

Tunes & Tales (at Parks & Rec)

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Explorers Baking: Cannoli Cupcakes and Hot Chocolate Mousse Pies

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Food, Cooking Classes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers for a holiday baking extravaganza! You’ll be making two new recipes, Cannoli Cupcakes and Hot Chocolate Mousse Pies! You’ll be making everything ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food, Cooking Classes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Required
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers for a holiday baking extravaganza!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Egg Allergy

Eggs will be present in this program.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

illustration of three kids dangling from a tree

Drop-In Storytime (at Parks & Rec)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home.  All ages are welcome.&nbs...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Ongoing Despite Flood Closure
Event Details:

Join Jen at Southbury Parks & Rec for an all-ages storytime! We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and a craft will be available to take home. 

All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.