Read, Rock, and Rhyme
Read, Rock & Rhyme with MG, our tried and true story time for the tiniest of library people, continues weekly in the Community Room. Join us to share songs, rhymes, musical instruments, movement and more. Open play and social time available at the end of the program.
RR&R is for children ages 0 - 3 years & their caregivers.
Please pick up your tickets for the program on Wednesday morning at the Adult Circulation Desk to make sure you get a spot in the circle. First come, first served; 80 spots available.
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
From the Fool to the World: A Writing Journey through the Major Arcana
Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month as we use the 22 archetypes of the Major Arcana as prompts for our creative expression!
The Major Arcana traces the path of the Fool's journey as they encounter different aspects of Self along the way. Using a variety of visuals from different decks and bespoke writing prompts, we'll craft a container to encourage each other's creative work (sharing always optional!) and hold the journey together.
This will be a hybrid in-person/Zoom program:
[Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 838 1706 6518
Email Shom for password]
Please bring any tarot decks you feel inspired by, as well as any writing or art supplies you'd like to have on hand during the program.
Story Hour with Jeannie
Jeannie is back with seasonal read alouds, puppets, crafts, and library joy! All ages, all families welcome to drop in, no registration required.
2025-2026 Dates:
Sept. 26, Oct. 31, Nov. 21*, Dec. 19*, Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 27, Apr. 24, May 29.
* denotes third Friday, rather than last Friday, due to holiday season.
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
Uke with Luke
Ukulele is a fun beginner instrument. In this exciting class with musical community member Luke, we will learn chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs, and practice what we've learned with ukulele karaoke!
Recommended for ages 10+
Yoga with Tina Rice
Join Tina Rice of Yoga Me Happy CT for yoga! Our practice begins at 10:00 am in the library’s Community Room.
All classes are free of charge.
Please bring your own yoga mat, towel and water bottle.
Chair Yoga with Tina
Join Tina at 11:00 am for a chair yoga class designed for people of all ages and stages.
Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. This is a great practice for those who find a typical yoga session too challenging but would still like to improve fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Tree Dedication in Honor of Julie Culp
Please join us for a brief ceremony on Saturday to dedicate a new flowering dogwood tree, planted in honor of former Library Director Julie Culp.
The ceremony will take place in front of the library, on Exeter Road at 1:00 pm.
Teen Book Club
New Book Club for 2026! Join us in the teen room for book talk and snacks.
This month we are reading and discussing The Book Thief by Markus Zusak , pick up your copy in the teen room ahead of time.
Drop in program for ages 12-18.
Cribbage Club
Multi-generational Cribbage Club.
Experienced and novice players welcome (recommended for ages 9+). Bring your own cribbage sets or use ours.
Read, Rock, and Rhyme
Read, Rock & Rhyme with MG, our tried and true story time for the tiniest of library people, continues weekly in the Community Room. Join us to share songs, rhymes, musical instruments, movement and more. Open play and social time available at the end of the program.
RR&R is for children ages 0 - 3 years & their caregivers.
Please pick up your tickets for the program on Wednesday morning at the Adult Circulation Desk to make sure you get a spot in the circle. First come, first served; 80 spots available.
Throwback Thursday: Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Join us in the Community Room for a classic film.
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
Meditation, Yes!
Make some space to reclaim your peace.
Join Youth Services Librarian and Hatha Yoga Teacher, MG, to explore meditation in community. Sometimes we're silent, sometimes there is live music. Never done this before? Perfect! A beginner's mind is a gift.
A few tips: arrive ten minutes early, wear comfortable clothes, bring your yoga mat and a blanket, or sit in one of our chairs.
Drop in. No registration required.
Yoga with Tina Rice
Join Tina Rice of Yoga Me Happy CT for yoga! Our practice begins at 9:30 am in the library’s Community Room.
All classes are free of charge.
Please bring your own yoga mat, towel and water bottle.
Uke with Luke
Ukulele is a fun beginner instrument. In this exciting class with musical community member Luke, we will learn chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs, and practice what we've learned with ukulele karaoke!
Recommended for ages 10+
Chair Yoga with Tina
Join Tina at 10:30 am for a chair yoga class designed for people of all ages and stages.
Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. This is a great practice for those who find a typical yoga session too challenging but would still like to improve fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Story Hour with Miss Shaleen
An afternoon story time with Miss Shaleen Barrett, Occupational Therapist and Signing Time Certified Teacher.
Join us for stories, felt board, songs, and best of all, PLAY!
Target audience is ages 3-6, siblings welcome.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
House of Keyes: Ulysses Book Club
House of Keyes: James Joyce's Ulysses Book Club starts at 6:00 pm.
Greetings, Reader.
Gather with friends and strangers as we continue our reading and meet monthly to wander through the surreal work of James Joyce.
This month we will discuss Episode <tba>
Hybrid option:
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 886 2679 2995
Email MG for passcode
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Do's and Don'ts of Native Gardening
Join us for an engaging talk with Jennifer Sterling-Folker on how native gardening can support pollinator and strengthen our local ecosystem. Learn practical, easy-to-follow tips on what to do (and what to avoid) to make a real environmental impact right in your own yard!
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
Yoga with Tina Rice
Join Tina Rice of Yoga Me Happy CT for yoga! Our practice begins at 9:30 am in the library’s Community Room.
All classes are free of charge.
Please bring your own yoga mat, towel and water bottle.
Second Saturday Playgroup with Shaleen
Everyone’s different; let’s be different together!
A monthly, meet-up group for multi-age neurodivergent, special needs, all-abilities children. Join Occupational Therapist Miss Shaleen for open-ended play and activities for the children, community building with the parents, caregivers, and siblings. Each month, we will explore fine and gross motor skills as well as sensory activities connected to a monthly theme.
This All-Inclusive Playgroup meets the second Saturday of each month at 10 am.
Chair Yoga with Tina
Join Tina at 10:30 am for a chair yoga class designed for people of all ages and stages.
Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. This is a great practice for those who find a typical yoga session too challenging but would still like to improve fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Story Hour with Miss Shaleen
An afternoon story time with Miss Shaleen Barrett, Occupational Therapist and Signing Time Certified Teacher.
Join us for stories, felt board, songs, and best of all, PLAY!
Target audience is ages 3-6, siblings welcome.
Crafty Community
Teens and adults:
Come craft and create in the company of others.
We'll have music and snacks for y'all, so head on over to JTL and chill. Take a load off for a couple of hours.
Collage materials provided.
Bring your own hand crafts of all sorts.
Drop in between 5:30-7:00 pm.
Read, Rock, and Rhyme
Read, Rock & Rhyme with MG, our tried and true story time for the tiniest of library people, continues weekly in the Community Room. Join us to share songs, rhymes, musical instruments, movement and more. Open play and social time available at the end of the program.
RR&R is for children ages 0 - 3 years & their caregivers.
Please pick up your tickets for the program on Wednesday morning at the Adult Circulation Desk to make sure you get a spot in the circle. First come, first served; 80 spots available.
Friends Quarterly Meeting
The Friends of the Jonathan Trumbull Library meet quarterly at 5:00pm on the second Wednesday of February, May, August, and November.
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
Yoga with Tina Rice
Join Tina Rice of Yoga Me Happy CT for yoga! Our practice begins at 9:30 am in the library’s Community Room.
All classes are free of charge.
Please bring your own yoga mat, towel and water bottle.
Chair Yoga with Tina
Join Tina at 10:30 am for a chair yoga class designed for people of all ages and stages.
Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. This is a great practice for those who find a typical yoga session too challenging but would still like to improve fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Story Hour with Miss Shaleen
An afternoon story time with Miss Shaleen Barrett, Occupational Therapist and Signing Time Certified Teacher.
Join us for stories, felt board, songs, and best of all, PLAY!
Target audience is ages 3-6, siblings welcome.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Book Discussion: In the Heart of the Sea
All readers are welcome to join our discussion of In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick (led by Chris Dixon and Rick Kane).
Copies of the book are available to borrow.
Read, Rock, and Rhyme
Read, Rock & Rhyme with MG, our tried and true story time for the tiniest of library people, continues weekly in the Community Room. Join us to share songs, rhymes, musical instruments, movement and more. Open play and social time available at the end of the program.
RR&R is for children ages 0 - 3 years & their caregivers.
Please pick up your tickets for the program on Wednesday morning at the Adult Circulation Desk to make sure you get a spot in the circle. First come, first served; 80 spots available.
Library Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees of the Jonathan Trumbull Library will hold their regular meeting in the library's community room.
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
Library Closed for Memorial Day Parade**
In observance of Memorial Day the library will be closed.
The parade starts at 10:00 AM.
Library Closed for Memorial Day**
In observance of Memorial Day the library will be closed.
Teen Book Club
New Book Club for 2026! Join us in the teen room for book talk and snacks.
This month we are reading and discussing My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult, pick up your copy in the teen room ahead of time.
Drop in program for ages 12-18.
Cribbage Club
Multi-generational Cribbage Club.
Experienced and novice players welcome (recommended for ages 9+). Bring your own cribbage sets or use ours.
Read, Rock, and Rhyme
Read, Rock & Rhyme with MG, our tried and true story time for the tiniest of library people, continues weekly in the Community Room. Join us to share songs, rhymes, musical instruments, movement and more. Open play and social time available at the end of the program.
RR&R is for children ages 0 - 3 years & their caregivers.
Please pick up your tickets for the program on Wednesday morning at the Adult Circulation Desk to make sure you get a spot in the circle. First come, first served; 80 spots available.
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
From the Fool to the World: A Writing Journey through the Major Arcana
Join us on the fourth Thursday of the month as we use the 22 archetypes of the Major Arcana as prompts for our creative expression!
The Major Arcana traces the path of the Fool's journey as they encounter different aspects of Self along the way. Using a variety of visuals from different decks and bespoke writing prompts, we'll craft a container to encourage each other's creative work (sharing always optional!) and hold the journey together.
This will be a hybrid in-person/Zoom program:
[Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83817066518?pwd=w1Laedcqrc1iKu9LPjR0kcBnnLeILb.1
Meeting ID: 838 1706 6518
Email Shom for password]
Please bring any tarot decks you feel inspired by, as well as any writing or art supplies you'd like to have on hand during the program.
Story Hour with Jeannie
Jeannie is back with seasonal read alouds, puppets, crafts, and library joy! All ages, all families welcome to drop in, no registration required.
2025-2026 Dates:
Sept. 26, Oct. 31, Nov. 21*, Dec. 19*, Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 27, Apr. 24, May 29.
* denotes third Friday, rather than last Friday, due to holiday season.
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
Uke with Luke
Ukulele is a fun beginner instrument. In this exciting class with musical community member Luke, we will learn chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs, and practice what we've learned with ukulele karaoke!
Recommended for ages 10+
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
**No R, R & R in June
While our weekly RR&R is paused in preparation for summer reading, please come down to browse our beautiful collection in the children's department, enjoy the Play Corner, and say hi to MG and Marcel.
Summer Dates for Read, Rock & Rhyme are as follows:
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug 5, 12
Remember to arrive early Wednesday mornings to grab your Lowly Worm tickets at the upstairs desk, 1 ticket per person regardless of age.
Weekly RR&R resumes after Labor Day.
Traditional Sound Healing
Join us for a calming Sound Healing session designed to help you relax and recharge. This immersive experience with Amy Ordonez uses signing bowls, gongs and gentle percussion to create soothing vibrations that support mindfulness and stress relief. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket or anything that helps you get comfortable.
Uke with Luke
Ukulele is a fun beginner instrument. In this exciting class with musical community member Luke, we will learn chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs, and practice what we've learned with ukulele karaoke!
Recommended for ages 10+
**No R, R & R in June
While our weekly RR&R is paused in preparation for summer reading, please come down to browse our beautiful collection in the children's department, enjoy the Play Corner, and say hi to MG and Marcel.
Summer Dates for Read, Rock & Rhyme are as follows:
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug 5, 12
Remember to arrive early Wednesday mornings to grab your Lowly Worm tickets at the upstairs desk, 1 ticket per person regardless of age.
Weekly RR&R resumes after Labor Day.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
**No R, R & R in June
While our weekly RR&R is paused in preparation for summer reading, please come down to browse our beautiful collection in the children's department, enjoy the Play Corner, and say hi to MG and Marcel.
Summer Dates for Read, Rock & Rhyme are as follows:
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug 5, 12
Remember to arrive early Wednesday mornings to grab your Lowly Worm tickets at the upstairs desk, 1 ticket per person regardless of age.
Weekly RR&R resumes after Labor Day.
Book Discussion Group Planning and Book Talk
All readers are welcome to join our group in the community room.
PLANNING MEETING for 2026–27 schedule / BOOK TALK
This month we will plan our schedule, so bring your book selections and calendars.
Let's also talk about what we've been reading!
**No R, R & R in June
While our weekly RR&R is paused in preparation for summer reading, please come down to browse our beautiful collection in the children's department, enjoy the Play Corner, and say hi to MG and Marcel.
Summer Dates for Read, Rock & Rhyme are as follows:
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug 5, 12
Remember to arrive early Wednesday mornings to grab your Lowly Worm tickets at the upstairs desk, 1 ticket per person regardless of age.
Weekly RR&R resumes after Labor Day.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Read, Rock, and Rhyme
Read, Rock & Rhyme with MG, our tried and true story time for the tiniest of library people, continues weekly in the Community Room. Join us to share songs, rhymes, musical instruments, movement and more. Open play and social time available at the end of the program.
RR&R is for children ages 0 - 3 years & their caregivers.
Please pick up your tickets for the program on Wednesday morning at the Adult Circulation Desk to make sure you get a spot in the circle. First come, first served; 80 spots available.
Summer Dates for Read, Rock & Rhyme are as follows:
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug 5, 12
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Friends Quarterly Meeting
The Friends of the Jonathan Trumbull Library meet quarterly at 5:00pm on the second Wednesday of February, May, August, and November.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Friends Quarterly Meeting
The Friends of the Jonathan Trumbull Library meet quarterly at 5:00pm on the second Wednesday of February, May, August, and November.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Book Discussion: Counting Miracles
All readers are welcome to join our discussion of Counting Miracles by Nicholas Sparks (led by Suzanne Yeo and Jerree Johnson).
Copies of the book are available to borrow.
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
Chair Yoga with Tina
Join Tina at 11:00 am for a chair yoga class designed for people of all ages and stages.
Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. This is a great practice for those who find a typical yoga session too challenging but would still like to improve fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Yoga with Tina Rice
Join Tina Rice of Yoga Me Happy CT for yoga! Our practice begins at 10:00 am in the library’s Community Room.
All classes are free of charge.
Please bring your own yoga mat, towel and water bottle.
Uke with Luke
Ukulele is a fun beginner instrument. In this exciting class with musical community member Luke, we will learn chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs, and practice what we've learned with ukulele karaoke!
Recommended for ages 10+
Picture Book Club
Welcome to Picture Book Club, JTL's Multigenerational book club for children and their grown ups to gather monthly on the Third Saturday and enjoy reading together. Join Youth Services Librarian, MG, down in the Story Room where we'll have a read aloud together and explore the Juvenile Picture Book (JPIC) collection.
This program is designed for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers.
April’s book is Crab Cake: Turning the Tide Together, by Andrea Tsurmi
If you would like, borrow a copy before the program at the downstairs desk!
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
One Hour Production! *Registration Required
Make sure you sign up each month to be notified of any program changes!
JTL partners with Waldron's Studio 88 in Mansfield for One Hour Production! Join MG and Teresa Waldron, music and arts educator, the third Friday of the month for creativity and performance. We will read a story, act it out, set it to music, and perform it for our family and friends. Some instruments and art supplies provided; please bring your own if you have some experience using them. Actors, musicians, and stage crew of all experience levels welcome.
This program is designed for kindergarten - sixth grade. 3:30-4:30 is the workshop, please arrive on time at 3:30, and note that parents and guardians may relax in the library while their children work in the Community Room. Audience welcome to join right at 4:30.
Here is your April clue: “Clip, clop! Clip, clop!”
Registration required, call the library (860) 642-7763 or stop in and ask at the Adult Circulation Desk.
Oral History Archive With Derek Piotr
Come hear Derek Piotr - folklorist, researcher, and performer - as he shares his process of journeying from Iceland to Appalachia, collecting over 1500 audio recordings made from March 2020 onward as proof of oral tradition persisting in the twenty-first century.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
Library Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees of the Jonathan Trumbull Library will hold their regular meeting in the library's community room.
Poetry Open Mic
All ages community poetry open mic in celebration of National Poetry Month.
Join us in the Community Room to listen to and read some poetry.
Sign up when you arrive, you may read/recite three poems or read/recite for 3 minutes. If time allows, we can read more. Original poetry is encouraged.
Chair Yoga with Tina
Join Tina at 11:00 am for a chair yoga class designed for people of all ages and stages.
Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. This is a great practice for those who find a typical yoga session too challenging but would still like to improve fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Second Saturday Playgroup with Shaleen
Everyone’s different; let’s be different together!
A monthly, meet-up group for multi-age neurodivergent, special needs, all-abilities children. Join Occupational Therapist Miss Shaleen for open-ended play and activities for the children, community building with the parents, caregivers, and siblings. Each month, we will explore fine and gross motor skills as well as sensory activities connected to a monthly theme.
This All-Inclusive Playgroup meets the second Saturday of each month at 10 am.
Yoga with Tina Rice
Join Tina Rice of Yoga Me Happy CT for yoga! Our practice begins at 10:00 am in the library’s Community Room.
All classes are free of charge.
Please bring your own yoga mat, towel and water bottle.
Uke with Luke
Ukulele is a fun beginner instrument. In this exciting class with musical community member Luke, we will learn chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs, and practice what we've learned with ukulele karaoke!
Recommended for ages 10+
Teen Gaming Meet-up
Come gather weekly in the teen room, all y'all who play Magic the Gathering, Warhammer 40k, chess, board games, card games, and more.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 6:00 pm.)
Time Travel with Dr. Gwen: Choose Your Own Adventure! *Before teen gaming
Teens!
We’re doing this at 3pm so you can come before the Teen Gaming session!
Explore the first Choose Your Own Adventure ever written: The Cave of Time.
Gwen will read the story aloud, and you will make critical choices along the way that will lead you to different outcomes in the book.
This program is for ages 8-18, adult family & friends welcome too.
D&D
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Tai Chi with Joe Pandolfo
Beginners and all levels welcome. Free of charge
Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic health practices that help you feel alive and well.
Each week we explore rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and tranquil meditations from classical Chinese healing and living arts.
Weekly with Joe Pandolfo, certified Tai Chi & Qigong Instructor, Reiki Master, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist and board director for the CT Society of Acupuncturists.
Read, Rock, and Rhyme
Read, Rock & Rhyme with MG, our tried and true story time for the tiniest of library people, continues weekly in the Community Room. Join us to share songs, rhymes, musical instruments, movement and more. Open play and social time available at the end of the program.
RR&R is for children ages 0 - 3 years & their caregivers.
Please pick up your tickets for the program on Wednesday morning at the Adult Circulation Desk to make sure you get a spot in the circle. First come, first served; 80 spots available.
House of Keyes: Ulysses Book Club
Rescheduled due to snow, now on March 10th!
House of Keyes: James Joyce's Ulysses Book Club starts at 6:00 pm.
Greetings, Reader.
Gather with friends and strangers as we continue our reading and meet monthly to wander through the surreal work of James Joyce.
This month we will discuss Episode 15: Oxen of the Sun
Hybrid option:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88626792995?pwd=gdwXlSiZl22VI6s8rtHJYPzDtSt1OW.1
Meeting ID: 886 2679 2995
Email MG for passcode
Knitting Group
This knitting, crocheting, and stitching group meets in the Adult Nonfiction Reading Room.
Please note: Inclement weather may cancel.
First Tuesday Film: Hamnet (PG-13)
Join us in the library's community room, the best theater in town, for a movie and popcorn on the first Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm.
This month, we'll be showing Hamnet (PG-13).
The Easter Bunny Visits the Library
Join MG and JTL's giant rabbit friend for music and movement and photo opportunities.
Yoga with Tina Rice
Join Tina Rice of Yoga Me Happy CT for yoga! Our practice begins at 10:00 am in the library’s Community Room.
All classes are free of charge.
Please bring your own yoga mat, towel and water bottle.
Uke with Luke
Ukulele is a fun beginner instrument. In this exciting class with musical community member Luke, we will learn chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs, and practice what we've learned with ukulele karaoke!
Recommended for ages 10+