Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons: For Newbies
For new players who are interested in learning and playing, here is a list of expectations on how to act and what to bring:
Bring your own character sheet (filled out completely), dice, and a pencil. A digital character works as well.
Get in touch with rules by reading the books or watching the videos. We mostly play with 2014 rules.
A Player’s Handbook is recommended.
Take the sessions, characters, and story seriously, but still have fun.
Don’t be a murder hobo (Murder hobo is when someone wants to kill everything. Don’t do that.)
Your actions have consequences.
Focus on the sessions and story for a more comprehensive and fun experience.
If you make a character, they can die.
Be creative with your actions, not stupid with them.
Feel free to ask the players or Dungeon Master a question.
Missing sessions is okay; the players or DM (Dungeon Master) are able to provide a summary.
Don’t me mean, rude, or derogatory to our players or DM.
In session, feel free to speak up if you’re feeling left out. Being quiet is alright, but participation is key.
Info for seasoned layers
Bring dice, a pencil, and a ready-to-play character (Digital or paper).
We recommend to bring a new character for September.
Take it seriously, but have fun.
Don’t kill everything.
Your actions have consequences.
We play in a non-traditional way.
2014 rules are preferred, 2024 rules are also allowed.
Be creative, not stupid.
Don’t be mean
Feel free to ask questions.
Missing a session is alright, we can summarize.
Nobody’s a main character.
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for game play. We meet in the Jonathan Trumbull Library Teen Room every Thursday from 5-7 pm (unless cancelled).
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons: For Newbies
For new players who are interested in learning and playing, here is a list of expectations on how to act and what to bring:
Bring your own character sheet (filled out completely), dice, and a pencil. A digital character works as well.
Get in touch with rules by reading the books or watching the videos. We mostly play with 2014 rules.
A Player’s Handbook is recommended.
Take the sessions, characters, and story seriously, but still have fun.
Don’t be a murder hobo (Murder hobo is when someone wants to kill everything. Don’t do that.)
Your actions have consequences.
Focus on the sessions and story for a more comprehensive and fun experience.
If you make a character, they can die.
Be creative with your actions, not stupid with them.
Feel free to ask the players or Dungeon Master a question.
Missing sessions is okay; the players or DM (Dungeon Master) are able to provide a summary.
Don’t me mean, rude, or derogatory to our players or DM.
In session, feel free to speak up if you’re feeling left out. Being quiet is alright, but participation is key.
Info for seasoned layers
Bring dice, a pencil, and a ready-to-play character (Digital or paper).
We recommend to bring a new character for September.
Take it seriously, but have fun.
Don’t kill everything.
Your actions have consequences.
We play in a non-traditional way.
2014 rules are preferred, 2024 rules are also allowed.
Be creative, not stupid.
Don’t be mean
Feel free to ask questions.
Missing a session is alright, we can summarize.
Nobody’s a main character.
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for game play. We meet in the Jonathan Trumbull Library Teen Room every Thursday from 5-7 pm (unless cancelled).
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons: For Newbies
For new players who are interested in learning and playing, here is a list of expectations on how to act and what to bring:
Bring your own character sheet (filled out completely), dice, and a pencil. A digital character works as well.
Get in touch with rules by reading the books or watching the videos. We mostly play with 2014 rules.
A Player’s Handbook is recommended.
Take the sessions, characters, and story seriously, but still have fun.
Don’t be a murder hobo (Murder hobo is when someone wants to kill everything. Don’t do that.)
Your actions have consequences.
Focus on the sessions and story for a more comprehensive and fun experience.
If you make a character, they can die.
Be creative with your actions, not stupid with them.
Feel free to ask the players or Dungeon Master a question.
Missing sessions is okay; the players or DM (Dungeon Master) are able to provide a summary.
Don’t me mean, rude, or derogatory to our players or DM.
In session, feel free to speak up if you’re feeling left out. Being quiet is alright, but participation is key.
Info for seasoned layers
Bring dice, a pencil, and a ready-to-play character (Digital or paper).
We recommend to bring a new character for September.
Take it seriously, but have fun.
Don’t kill everything.
Your actions have consequences.
We play in a non-traditional way.
2014 rules are preferred, 2024 rules are also allowed.
Be creative, not stupid.
Don’t be mean
Feel free to ask questions.
Missing a session is alright, we can summarize.
Nobody’s a main character.
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for game play. We meet in the Jonathan Trumbull Library Teen Room every Thursday from 5-7 pm (unless cancelled).
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Story Hour with Jeannie
Jeannie is here monthly on the last Friday with seasonal read alouds, puppets, crafts, and library joy!
All ages, all families welcome to drop in, no registration required.
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons: For Newbies
For new players who are interested in learning and playing, here is a list of expectations on how to act and what to bring:
Bring your own character sheet (filled out completely), dice, and a pencil. A digital character works as well.
Get in touch with rules by reading the books or watching the videos. We mostly play with 2014 rules.
A Player’s Handbook is recommended.
Take the sessions, characters, and story seriously, but still have fun.
Don’t be a murder hobo (Murder hobo is when someone wants to kill everything. Don’t do that.)
Your actions have consequences.
Focus on the sessions and story for a more comprehensive and fun experience.
If you make a character, they can die.
Be creative with your actions, not stupid with them.
Feel free to ask the players or Dungeon Master a question.
Missing sessions is okay; the players or DM (Dungeon Master) are able to provide a summary.
Don’t me mean, rude, or derogatory to our players or DM.
In session, feel free to speak up if you’re feeling left out. Being quiet is alright, but participation is key.
Info for seasoned layers
Bring dice, a pencil, and a ready-to-play character (Digital or paper).
Take it seriously, but have fun.
Don’t kill everything.
Your actions have consequences.
We play in a non-traditional way.
2014 rules are preferred, 2024 rules are also allowed.
Be creative, not stupid.
Don’t be mean
Feel free to ask questions.
Missing a session is alright, we can summarize.
Nobody’s a main character.
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for game play. We meet in the Jonathan Trumbull Library Teen Room every Thursday from 5-7 pm (unless cancelled).
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Last Day to Enter Summer Reading Raffle
Turn in your completed BINGO sheets and book reviews at the library today to be entered into our drawings!
Winners will be notified by phone call on Tuesday, September 8.
Today’s the last day to collect small prizes for Summer Reading BINGO as well.
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons: For Newbies
For new players who are interested in learning and playing, here is a list of expectations on how to act and what to bring:
Bring your own character sheet (filled out completely), dice, and a pencil. A digital character works as well.
Get in touch with rules by reading the books or watching the videos. We mostly play with 2014 rules.
A Player’s Handbook is recommended.
Take the sessions, characters, and story seriously, but still have fun.
Don’t be a murder hobo (Murder hobo is when someone wants to kill everything. Don’t do that.)
Your actions have consequences.
Focus on the sessions and story for a more comprehensive and fun experience.
If you make a character, they can die.
Be creative with your actions, not stupid with them.
Feel free to ask the players or Dungeon Master a question.
Missing sessions is okay; the players or DM (Dungeon Master) are able to provide a summary.
Don’t me mean, rude, or derogatory to our players or DM.
In session, feel free to speak up if you’re feeling left out. Being quiet is alright, but participation is key.
Info for seasoned layers
Bring dice, a pencil, and a ready-to-play character (Digital or paper).
We recommend to bring a new character for September.
Take it seriously, but have fun.
Don’t kill everything.
Your actions have consequences.
We play in a non-traditional way.
2014 rules are preferred, 2024 rules are also allowed.
Be creative, not stupid.
Don’t be mean
Feel free to ask questions.
Missing a session is alright, we can summarize.
Nobody’s a main character.
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for game play. We meet in the Jonathan Trumbull Library Teen Room every Thursday from 5-7 pm (unless cancelled).
(Note to parents/guardians: Please pick up teens prior to the library's prompt closing time of 8:00 pm.)
Garden Bugs Story Hour
Come and learn about beneficial garden bugs as part of Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read!
Join Miss Jeannie to learn about beneficial garden pals you can find in your own backyard. Each week we will learn about a different insect through stories, songs, cool facts, and themed sensory bins.
This program is geared towards ages 3-5.
11 AM, Mondays in August (8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31)
No morning story hour on 8/17
Story Hour with Jeannie
Jeannie is here monthly on the last Friday with seasonal read alouds, puppets, crafts, and library joy!
All ages, all families welcome to drop in, no registration required.
D&D (Summer Edition)
For Summer 2026 Dungeons & Dragons runs from 4-7PM!
An extra hour of fun with friends and foes.
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.)
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library. Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
Krista Gleen and Jen Jackson read on August 24.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
Garden Bugs Story Hour
Come and learn about beneficial garden bugs as part of Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read!
Join Miss Jeannie to learn about beneficial garden pals you can find in your own backyard. Each week we will learn about a different insect through stories, songs, cool facts, and themed sensory bins.
This program is geared towards ages 3-5.
11 AM, Mondays in August (8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31)
No morning story hour on 8/17
Back to School Farmers' Market w/ Ukulele Ensemble
Come say hello to friends from your library! Play with library toys, create sidewalk chalk art, and listen to our Ukulele Ensemble play beautiful tunes.
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library. Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
Stephanie DeLucia reads on August 21.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
Astrology & Art Program
A continuation of the last program but beginners welcome!
As the Year of the Fire Horse takes off, join Tai Chi master Joe Pandolfo and local artist Amy Ordonez for a night of astrology charts and art!
Look up your chart in the "Ba Zi" astrology systemLearn the basics of Ba Zi and discover the unique features in your own chartCreate an image of your own chart with hands-on art materials and techniques!
This event is free. Please register to help us prepare supplies by visiting:
www.amy-studio13.com/book-online
D&D (Summer Edition)
For Summer 2026 Dungeons & Dragons runs from 4-7PM!
An extra hour of fun with friends and foes.
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.)
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library. Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
Andy Gonzalez reads on August 19.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library. Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
Heather Lyon and Katie Ruffo read on August 17.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library. Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
Gretchen Brochu and Jessica Allaire read on August 14.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
Master Builders
Families, meet in the Community Room to socialize, build & play with various materials like LEGO, Keva planks, Magnetic tiles, Blocks, and more. Outdoor build & play available too, weather permitting.
Build and create from 3:30-4:45/Take apart and cleanup together at 4:45.
This is not a drop-off program. All children must be accompanied by a grown-up.
Master Builders Summer Dates:
June 26, July 10, August 14
D&D (Summer Edition)
For Summer 2026 Dungeons & Dragons runs from 4-7PM!
An extra hour of fun with friends and foes.
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.)
Chalk the Walk at 4 o'clock
Join Miss Jeannie to turn the sidewalk around the library into a giant coloring book.
Bring water, beach blankets or chairs, and a snack.
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library.
Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
Jess Scorso and Lisa Gamache read on August 10.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
Garden Bugs Story Hour
Come and learn about beneficial garden bugs as part of Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read!
Join Miss Jeannie to learn about beneficial garden pals you can find in your own backyard. Each week we will learn about a different insect through stories, songs, cool facts, and themed sensory bins.
This program is geared towards ages 3-5.
11 AM, Mondays in August (8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31)
No morning story hour on 8/17
The Reptile Nook
Some of our favorite humans and reptiles are back at JTL for summer programs!
Join Master Herpetologist Jess and her friends for a lively time!
This time, you'll get to hang out with and learn all about Ralphie the Bearded Dragon, Cherry the Russian Tortoise, and Peanut the Burmese Python.
D&D (Summer Edition)
For Summer 2026 Dungeons & Dragons runs from 4-7PM!
An extra hour of fun with friends and foes.
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 Calligraphy (registration required)
Come learn Blackletter Calligraphy which is also known as the Gothic style! It is a classic, dramatic, lettering style and a great way to introduce yourself to the broad edge nib. Calligrapher, Debby Reelitz, will teach you the basics, provide you with guidelines and lettering samples you can trace, and guide you through a project.
Registration required, space is limited.
Sign up at the library’s adult services desk or call 860-642-7763.
Artist Bio:
Debby Reelitz’s 5th grade teacher introduced her to calligraphy and she loves to share her passion for handwritten letters with young people. In school, children are taught the practical side of the alphabet with spelling and writing sentences and taking tests. Debby loves to help young people discover the joy in being creative with those oh-so-useful-26-symbols. Debby lives in North Granby, Connecticut. Information can be found at her website: https://letteringdesign.com
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library.
Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
April van Sambeck reads on August 5.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
LES Teacher Read Aloud
Summer time read alouds with Lebanon Elementary School Teachers are a classic part of our summer here at the library.
Come to hang out with beloved LES Staff as they read you books out in the Pollinator Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic and enjoy story time as a family and community. After the books, leave your mark in sidewalk chalk on our front walkway.
Jan Gervais and Erin Pistel read on August 3.
Rain/excessive heat location: Inside the Community Room
Garden Bugs Story Hour
Come and learn about beneficial garden bugs as part of Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read!
Join Miss Jeannie to learn about beneficial garden pals you can find in your own backyard. Each week we will learn about a different insect through stories, songs, cool facts, and themed sensory bins.
This program is geared towards ages 3-5.
11 AM, Mondays in August (8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31)
No morning story hour on 8/17
All About Opossums with Ferncroft Wildlife Rescue
Come and learn with Pam and Bill and their ambassador animals, Brandi and Brigitte, all about beloved backyard wildlife, the opossum!
Learn about wildlife rehabilitation and the role of rehabbers as well as information about opossums. You can pet the opossums, too!
The Reptile Nook
Some of our favorite humans and reptiles are back at JTL for summer programs!
Join Master Herpetologist Jess and her friends for a lively time!
This time, you'll get to hang out with and learn all about Ollie the Indian Star Tortoise, Red the Uromastyx, and Delilah the Black Devil Boa. Come back again next week to meet different animals!
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.
D&D (Summer Edition)
For Summer 2026 Dungeons & Dragons runs from 4-7PM!
An extra hour of fun with friends and foes.
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.)
Crochet a Hair Scrunchie (register)
Learn to Crochet your very Own Hair Scrunchie to take home. We will provide the materials (furry yarn in various colors, colorful elastic band to stitch around, crochet hook and instruction sheet.) Gwen will teach patrons of all ages the simple repeating double stitch around an elastic resulting in a beautiful item you can wear on your ponytail or bun or as an ornament on your wrist or ankle.
Age range: 8 to 108: Multi-generational
Registration required (12 spots).
Call or stop in the library to sign up.