Friday, July 21, 2023

Get crafty this summer at Derby Public Library programs

DERBY - Craft expert Lisa Lupa will lead three crafting sessions at Derby Public Library this summer.

For the July 24th session, choose between (20) Nail-and-String craft designs (sample shown ) Other samples of this craft project are on display at the Adult Circulation Desk and on our website (www.derbypubliclibrary.org)

Register using the following links. (All programs are 6-7:30 p.m.)

Mon., July 24 - https://bit.ly/3NnjvQE
Wed., Aug. 9 - https://bit.ly/46p2Ftw (samples to follow)
Wed., Aug 23 - https://bit.ly/44ogfvy (samples to follow)


This is from Derby Public Library's Facebook page.


Insects will be in focus at Ansonia Nature Center program


ANSONIA - There are more different kinds of insects than any other living thing. 

There are more insects than fish, plants, birds, mammals, and reptiles combined. 

Dive into this dazzling diversity with Nature Center Ranger Evelyn at 11 a.m. July 27 and take a closer look at how our six-legged neighbors live. Paint your mini insect figure to take home. 


Families are welcome for this FREE event. Click HERE to register.


This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center.


Update: Festival to include Sunday at St. Mary's Church grounds in Derby

UPDATE: The festival has been expanded to include July 23 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.



Candy sushi-making program for teens slated at Seymour Public Library



SEYMOUR - Make sweet sushi treats with candy at 2 p.m. Aug. 3 at Seymour Public Library! For young adults 12 and up.
Registration is required.
For more information, or to register, call 203-888-3903. The Library is at 46 Church St.
Participation in our Summer Reading Program is not required to attend any of our free and fun programs.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Huntington Branch Library reschedules ice cream social at community center field


SHELTON - The Ice Cream Social at the Shelton Community Center baseball field has been rescheduled for Aug. 29 from 4:30-6 p.m.!
😎 Celebrate the LAST DAY of summer break with a free ice cream courtesy of the Shelton Library System, no registration required! 😎
🍦 Feel free to call us at 203-926-0111 with any questions 🍦
*Free ice cream is limited to the first 150 people, while supplies last*

This is shared from the Huntington Branch Library Kids and Teens Facebook page.

The Spoon Man to perform for all ages at Seymour Public Library

SEYMOUR - Music with two spoons? Jim Cruise aka The Spoon Man will perform a fun and interactive music show at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 2 for all ages!
Registration is not required for this program.
For more information, please call 203-888-3903. The Library is at 46 Church St. 
Participation in our Summer Reading Program is not required to attend any of our free and fun programs.

This is shared from the Seymour Public Library Facebook page.