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Family Walk & Snack Social Every second Wednesday at 11:00 AM Sept-Dec

Walk & Snack Social

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kidspace Program Room at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Nature/Outdoor

Age Group:

Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5), School Age (Ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Kidspace Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5), School Age (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Nature/Outdoor
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families are invited to meet at the Windsor Public Library Kidspace for a group walk around the Town Green or the Windsor Center Trail.

kids making shapes with clay

Playtime with Playdough

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kidspace Program Room at Windsor Public Library

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Kidspace Program Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Drop in for some playdough fun. Build, create, and explore with us! All ages under 12 welcome. No registration required.

password

Password

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

And the password is...fun! Get ready to play a few rounds of the beloved game Password. You will give clues to your partner, and they must guess your word. It is harder than you think, but also a way to get your mind thinking!

Twisted Stitches crochet group

Twisted Stitches

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Mezzanine Makerspace at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grab your yarn, hooks, and current project, and come stitch with us! Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, all are welcome. Hosted by IT Librarian Denise Ricotta, who's been crocheting since the 1980s.

pine trees and snowflakes

Holiday Storytime

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room 1 at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a holiday storytime. How do you celebrate the Holidays? How do children around the world celebrate the season? Hang a pickle in a tree? Hide the elf? Let's enjoy some special holiday stories, songs, activities and crafts.

Make it on the Mezzanine

Make it on the Mezzanine 4:00pm

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mezzanine Makerspace at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have a craft project in mind, but not sure where to start? 

Our Makerspace Librarian Carmela Pham will have one-on-one appointments on the third Thursday of every month between 4:00pm-8:00pm. 

Make it on the Mezzanine

Make it on the Mezzanine 5:00pm

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mezzanine Makerspace at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have a craft project in mind, but not sure where to start? 

Our Makerspace Librarian Carmela Pham will have one-on-one appointments on the third Thursday of every month between 4:00pm-8:00pm. 

Make it on the Mezzanine

Make it on the Mezzanine 6:00pm

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mezzanine Makerspace at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have a craft project in mind, but not sure where to start? 

Our Makerspace Librarian Carmela Pham will have one-on-one appointments on the third Thursday of every month between 4:00pm-8:00pm. 

Make it on the Mezzanine

Make it on the Mezzanine 7:00pm

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mezzanine Makerspace at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have a craft project in mind, but not sure where to start? 

Our Makerspace Librarian Carmela Pham will have one-on-one appointments on the third Thursday of every month between 4:00pm-8:00pm. 

Sesame Street characters

Sesame Street: Raising Kids in a Digital World

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Raising Kids in a Digital World is a fun, 45-minute program where children and their parents or caregivers can explore healthy digital habits together through storytime, creativity, and movement. No registration required!

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Books for Thought: Wilson Book Club

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Wilson Branch
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Children's Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us at Wilson Branch Library for a monthly book club that highlights books by or about BIPOC. Facilitated by Windsor resident and book lover Juanita, in December we'll be discussing  "The Most Wonderful Time" by Jayne Allen.

Sensory Play Saturday

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore a selected theme through various sensory stations that offer unique learning experiences for your little one.  Recommended for 12 months - 5 years old.  Register for a reminder email or just drop in!

Adult Makerspace Craft

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Windsor Public Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about what you can do in the Makerspace? Now's your chance to find out! Join us for a fun Adult Craft using the materials in our space to create a one of a kind piece of art! 

Registration is required.

Adult Winter Reading Program

All Day
Teens, Adults
Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

When the weather outside is frightful, there’s nothing better than curling up with a hot drink and a good book. Kick the winter blues by signing up for the Fifth Annual Adult Winter Reading Program. Read books. Write reviews. Earn prizes.

Disclaimer(s)

Windsor Library Association

This program was sponsored by the Windsor Library Association. To learn more, visit: wlact.org

Reading Dragons

All Day
Children
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Summer reading may be over, but we're still going with our love for books and reading! Come in and sign up for our school year reading program, Reading Dragons. Accomplish reading goals and earn special collectible playing cards.

Are You Ready for Winter? Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Burrr. It's cold out there! How do you get ready for winter? Do we know how animals get ready for the winter too? Join us for a winter storytime with songs, activities, stories, jokes and a winter craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendance

Please only register for a program if you plan on attending. By registering and not attending a program you are potentially taking a spot from someone else. If you have registered for a program and can no longer attend please email or call the Kidspace desk.

kidspace@townofwindsorct.com or 860-285-1914

Kidspace Programs

  • If you regularly register for programs and do not show up, we reserve the right to [without notice] cancel future reservations that you make. 
  • Safety is our top concern. If the registered child or their parent/guardian is behaving in an unsafe manner or a manner that violates our library policy, they will be asked to leave.
  • If you  are 10 minutes late or more to a program, we reserve the right to give your seat away to another person.
  • Please adhere to program age ranges unless otherwise specified. Please reach out to Kidspace if you would like to request an accommodation. Some programmers and performers are more lenient than others and we always encourage you to ask.
  • We ask that parents/guardians engage in the activities with their kiddos. Please don't have side conversations during presentations. Let's all learn and explore together!

Attendance - Wilson Branch

Please only register for a program if you plan on attending. By registering and not attending a program you are potentially taking a spot from someone else, or wasting food and program supplies. If you have registered for a program and can no longer attend please email or call the Wilson Branch front desk.

wilsonbranch2018@gmail.com or 860-247-8960

Paint & Play

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Wilson Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll have washable paint, paper, brushes, sponges and aprons set out for little ones to get creative! A relaxed environment to meet other lil' artists and their caregivers in the community.

Sing & Stomp

10:30am–11:15am
Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come dance and sing with Miss Victoria from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM at Sing & Stomp. This music and movement-based program is for children ages 5 and under and caregivers.

American Girl Doll Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Join us for an American Girl Doll tea party! Sip tea and enjoy some biscuits, accompanied by your favorite doll (ANY doll of any brand!). We'll learn some history and do a craft. Ages 3 to 12 welcome. No registration required.

Holiday Fun at the Library

10:00am–3:00pm
Children
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special
Event Details:

Join us for holiday celebration! Yummy treats, stories to watch, crafts and other fun activities. Everyone is invited. What a great way to spend the day before Christmas!

Christmas Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Windsor Public Library, Wilson Branch
Description:

The Main Library and the Wilson Branch will be closed in observance of the Christmas Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Friday, December 26, at 10:00 am.

Mini Book Ornament Craft

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Windsor Public Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Special, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

How would you like to document the books that you read this past year? We will make mini books of some of the popular books that were published this year as well as selecting a few of your own and put them in an ornament.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space

This program has a limited space capacity. Please be mindful of this when registering. If you have registered for a program and can no longer attend please call the Reference Desk at 860-285-1918 to cancel your spot or cancel through this system.

Windsor Library Association

This program was sponsored by the Windsor Library Association. To learn more, visit: wlact.org

Reading Dragons

All Day
Children
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Summer reading may be over, but we're still going with our love for books and reading! Come in and sign up for our school year reading program, Reading Dragons. Accomplish reading goals and earn special collectible playing cards.

Return Visit with the Pumpernickel Puppets

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

What a great way to spend time during the winter vacation! Join us for the return of the puppets. Story and puppets will be all about dragons! This program is for families. Remember to register early since this program fills up fast!

Disclaimer(s)

Attendance

Please only register for a program if you plan on attending. By registering and not attending a program you are potentially taking a spot from someone else. If you have registered for a program and can no longer attend please email or call the Kidspace desk.

kidspace@townofwindsorct.com or 860-285-1914

Kidspace Programs

  • If you regularly register for programs and do not show up, we reserve the right to [without notice] cancel future reservations that you make. 
  • Safety is our top concern. If the registered child or their parent/guardian is behaving in an unsafe manner or a manner that violates our library policy, they will be asked to leave.
  • If you  are 10 minutes late or more to a program, we reserve the right to give your seat away to another person.
  • Please adhere to program age ranges unless otherwise specified. Please reach out to Kidspace if you would like to request an accommodation. Some programmers and performers are more lenient than others and we always encourage you to ask.
  • We ask that parents/guardians engage in the activities with their kiddos. Please don't have side conversations during presentations. Let's all learn and explore together!

Children and caregiver

This program is designed for children and their caregivers together. 

Book Buzz Event

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Special, Writing & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a book enthusiast? Do you want to know what the next best book to read is? Are you part of a book club and are looking for the next title to discuss?

Disclaimer(s)

Windsor Library Association

This program was sponsored by the Windsor Library Association. To learn more, visit: wlact.org

Could You Survive the Titanic?

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Could you survive the sinking of the Titanic? Let's see in this game where winners get to float on the door, everyone else gets to go for a cold swim!

New Year's Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Windsor Public Library, Wilson Branch
Description:

The Main Library and the Wilson Branch will be closed in observance of the New Year's Day Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 10:00 am.

Surprise Baby Time

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Surprise! It’s Baby time! Join us Fridays at 10:30 AM for an engaging program for babies and their caregivers. Friday activities will vary from storytime, playgroup, bubbles, and more.  Sign up for a reminder email or just drop-in! 

Disclaimer(s)

Kidspace Programs

  • If you regularly register for programs and do not show up, we reserve the right to [without notice] cancel future reservations that you make. 
  • Safety is our top concern. If the registered child or their parent/guardian is behaving in an unsafe manner or a manner that violates our library policy, they will be asked to leave.
  • If you  are 10 minutes late or more to a program, we reserve the right to give your seat away to another person.
  • Please adhere to program age ranges unless otherwise specified. Please reach out to Kidspace if you would like to request an accommodation. Some programmers and performers are more lenient than others and we always encourage you to ask.
  • We ask that parents/guardians engage in the activities with their kiddos. Please don't have side conversations during presentations. Let's all learn and explore together!

Children and caregiver

This program is designed for children and their caregivers together. 

Beat the Blues: Watercolor Afternoons

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Wilson Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Children's Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter blues got you feeling down? Join us on Friday afternoons in January from 3:30-4:30 at Wilson Branch for a relaxing hour of watercolor painting and making new friends. This is not a formal watercolor class.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space - Wilson Branch

Attendance is limited for this program. Please keep this in mind when registering for programs as we would like to best serve all of our patrons. Only register if you know you can attend.

If you can no longer attend, please cancel here on our calendar, e-mail us at wilsonbranch2018@gmail.com, or give us a call at 860-247-8960.

Windsor Library Association

This program was sponsored by the Windsor Library Association. To learn more, visit: wlact.org

Sensory Play Saturday

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore a selected theme through various sensory stations that offer unique learning experiences for your little one.  Recommended for 12 months - 3 years old.  Register for a reminder email or just drop in! Siblings welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Kidspace Programs

  • If you regularly register for programs and do not show up, we reserve the right to [without notice] cancel future reservations that you make. 
  • Safety is our top concern. If the registered child or their parent/guardian is behaving in an unsafe manner or a manner that violates our library policy, they will be asked to leave.
  • If you  are 10 minutes late or more to a program, we reserve the right to give your seat away to another person.
  • Please adhere to program age ranges unless otherwise specified. Please reach out to Kidspace if you would like to request an accommodation. Some programmers and performers are more lenient than others and we always encourage you to ask.
  • We ask that parents/guardians engage in the activities with their kiddos. Please don't have side conversations during presentations. Let's all learn and explore together!

Children and caregiver

This program is designed for children and their caregivers together. 

Board Games Afternoon

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the world of board games beyond the traditional choices and see what all the fun is about!

Reading Dragons

All Day
Children
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Summer reading may be over, but we're still going with our love for books and reading! Come in and sign up for our school year reading program, Reading Dragons. Accomplish reading goals and earn special collectible playing cards.

Meet Mihalko

5:00pm–5:30pm
Children
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

The first Monday of every month, Principal Mihalko will be at the Windsor Public Library reading a story and meeting members of the community. Drop in.

Alcohol Ink Art

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special
Event Details:

A vibrant work of art is waiting to be created in this fun craft! With a mix of a few simple ingredients, you will take regular ink and be able to blend, mix, and layer your inks with isopropyl alcohol. A masterpiece awaits!