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silent book club

Silent Book Club

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult Fiction Area at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Adult Fiction Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All teen and adult readers are welcome and it's BYOBook (or browse the Windsor Public Library shelves!). Settle in for about 45 minutes of silent, sustained reading.

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Lego Club

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Windsor Public Library

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Drop in for some LEGO open play. Meet other LEGO lovers and test your building skills. All ages under 18 welcome. No registration required.

parents pushing kids strollers

Walk and Snack Social

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Kidspace Program Room at Windsor Public Library

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)
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.

map and mountains

Junior Geographers Guild

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Games, Special, STEM

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games, Special, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll be exploring all the ways that geography affects our lives from the foods we eat to the music we listen to and the clothing we wear.

Teen Craft: Felt Rain Cloud Bookmarks

Teen Craft: Felt Rain Cloud Bookmarks

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mezzanine Makerspace at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Create unique DIY projects with friends in a fun and creative workshop environment!

Please call the Reference Desk with any questions at 860-285-1918.

Registration is required. Registration will open on March 9 at 10:00AM.

wild animals

Young Zoologists Storytime

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Windsor Public Library

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Once a month, we'll be enjoying this Saturday storytime where we read stories and learn about about certain animals as well as do a related activity. All ages are welcome, but this is recommended for ages 2 to 5. No registration required.

board game pieces

Board Games Afternoon

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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:

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

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Better Balance with Carrie Sawtell

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Windsor Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Lecture, Special, Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lecture, Special, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sports Medicine Acupuncture Specialist Carrie Sawtell, L.Ac. will guide you through easy exercises to help bring your body back into balance at the Windsor Public Library on Monday, April 13 at 6:30 PM.

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Needlework Circle

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Needlework Circle at the Windsor Public Library on the second Monday of every month at 7:00 PM. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced quilters, cross-stitchers, needlepointers, embroiderers, weavers and all other fiber artists are we

unicorns dancing on clouds

Unicorn Party

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Wilson Children's Room at Wilson Branch

Program Type:

Celebrations

Age Group:

Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a magical morning of celebrating our favorite mythical animal-the unicorn! We'll read a unicorn story, listen to unicorn songs, and make a fun unicorn craft. Bring along any unicorn stuffies and dress-up as much as you'd like!

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Age Group

Walk and Snack Social

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5), School Age (Ages 6-11)
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Ages 0-5), School Age (Ages 6-11)
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.

Junior Geographers Guild

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games, Special, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll be exploring all the ways that geography affects our lives from the foods we eat to the music we listen to and the clothing we wear.

Twisted Stitches

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Windsor Public Library
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.

Spring Time Is Baby Animal Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's Spring and the best time to learn about all the baby animals in a special storytime. We will have songs, baby animal stories, poems, jokes, activities and crafts. This program is for children ages 2-5 with their care givers.

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

Children and caregiver

This program is designed for children and their caregivers together. 

Adult Crafters Group

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Wilson Branch
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Children's Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Wilson Branch Library’s Adult Crafters Group has been meeting on Thursdays for decades. If you are working on a craft and would like to work on it in the company of like-minded individuals, stop by and join the group.

Afternoon Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Afternoon Book Club for a lively discussion of The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong. Discussions are held on the second Thursday of every month from 2:00 to 3:00 PM in Meeting Room 1.

Makerspace Craft: After Dark

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Windsor Public Library
Upcoming
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 you can find out, after dark. Join us for a late evening of fun as you make a craft using the materials in our space to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art! 

Disclaimer(s)

Craft Programs

If you are ten or more minutes late we reserve the right to give away your spot to someone else. 

Surprise Baby Time

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

Surprise! It’s Baby time! Join us Fridays at 11:00 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.

Shad Derby 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 that annual Windsor Tradition: Shad Derby Day. Normal hours will resume on Sunday, May 17, at 1:00 pm.

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.

Curiosity Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, School Age (Ages 6-11)
Wilson Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Children's Room
Age Group: Children, School Age (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all curious kiddos! Join us on select Mondays for STEM fun with college student and Wilson Branch Library tutor Azarah and Ms. Cailey. We'll have different hands-on activities each session for kids age 5-10. 

Disclaimer(s)

Children under 12

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

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

Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks

2:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Windsor Public Library
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Free tech help is here! The Library Geeks can answer your questions and help with your devices. Just drop in!

Wilson Garden Opening Day

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Wilson Branch
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Green Space
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Nature/Outdoor
Event Details:

Join us in preparing our community garden for the growing season! We'll be planting our seedlings that we started indoors in our raised beds, pulling weeds in our pollinator garden, and sowing native wildflower seeds. All ages welcome.

Storytime with UCONN's Husky Mascot

5:30pm–6:15pm
Children
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animals, Special, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly library event!

Spring Baby Rave

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:

Join Kidspace for a spring time dance and craft party for children 5 and under and their caregivers. Children are welcome to dress up as their favorite spring time bug or animal. 

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. 

Twisted Stitches

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Windsor Public Library
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.

Program for High School Juniors: Creating a Compelling College Application this Summer

7:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presented by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College LLC, this virtual presentation will offer to help high school juniors and their parents understand how to use the upcoming summer productively to create a compellin

Adult Crafters Group

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Wilson Branch
Library Branch: Wilson Branch
Room: Wilson Children's Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Wilson Branch Library’s Adult Crafters Group has been meeting on Thursdays for decades. If you are working on a craft and would like to work on it in the company of like-minded individuals, stop by and join the group.

Make it on the Mezzanine 4:00pm

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
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-6:00pm. 

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.

Make it on the Mezzanine 5:00pm

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Windsor Public Library
Open
Registration Required
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-6:00pm. 

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.

The Wickedly Kind Friendship Bracelet Workshop

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens
Windsor Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our friends from Interval House as they present a workshop on friendship. Teens will participate in a creative activity inspired by Wicked, which explores friendship, identity, and the power of standing up for what is right.

Surprise Baby Time

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

Surprise! It’s Baby time! Join us Fridays at 11:00 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.

Teen Craft: Pom Pom Keychains

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens
Windsor Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Windsor Public Library
Room: Mezzanine Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rescheduled

Create unique DIY projects with friends in a fun and creative workshop environment!

Please call the Reference Desk with any questions at 860-285-1918.