Trumbull Library News & Events
Adult Programming

James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket (Film Screening and Q&A) Sunday, February 2nd from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. James Baldwin was at once a major 20th century American author, a Civil Rights activist and, for two crucial decades, a prophetic voice calling Americans, Black and White, to confront their shared racial tragedy. Join us for a screening of THE PRICE OF THE TICKET and discussion with the producer and director Karen Thorsen. Register here. 

E-Books & Audiobooks With Your Library Card Monday, Feb 3rd from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Trumbull Library System not only has books and DVDs, but also ebooks and audiobooks that you can access online. This session will show how to search for and check out these types of materials through Overdrive/Libby and Hoopla.

Drop-in Game Night Monday, February 3rd from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Looking for some new board game buddies? Curious to try out different games? Stop by and play games like, Catan, Chess, Ticket to Ride or Dominion. Bring a friend, and feel free to bring your own game to teach. No registration necessary – Drop in with the family to explore tabletop games at the library.

Nonfiction Book Group Wednesday, February 5th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Consider this your invitation to read and discuss nonfiction! We read a wide variety of popular fiction and across the genres of nonfiction. February’s book selection is American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer. Register here. 

Silent Book Club Thursday, February 6th from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Do you have trouble making time to read? Is your home full of distractions? Are you an introvert who still enjoys a chance to get out of the house? If any of these situations apply to you, come to a meeting of our own chapter of Silent Book Club. Unlike a traditional book club, there are no assigned readings and no deadlines. Bring a book of your own choosing, or pick out a new one at the library, and we’ll have an hour of silent reading time together. Register here.

Abe Ovadia Jazz Sunday, February 9th from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Join renowned jazz guitarist Abe Ovadia for "Reimagining The American Songbook," where he brings new life to classic jazz standards in a modern, captivating way. In this program, Abe not only performs but also explores the creative process behind jazz improvisation, sharing insights into the genre's rich history and cultural significance. Abe’s engaging style encourages audience interaction. Register here.

Adult Fiction Book Club Thursday, February 13th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Join us as we discuss The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith in person at the Trumbull Library. Hope to see you there! Register here.

Embroidered Coasters Saturday, February 15th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Stitching Coach returns! Give your favorite beverage a cozy little seat and learn to embroider a sweet coaster. Using the Hoopla book “Doodle Stitching” by Aimee Ray, patrons would learn three basic embroidery stitches and make the coaster pattern in this two-hour class. Supplies included. Join us!

CHILDRENS

Toddler Time (Walkers-3) Monday, February 3rd from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Come and join us for some music and movement at the library! We will sing, dance, and read together. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.

Preschool Time Monday, February 3rd from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Ages 3-5. Join Miss Kristine for circle time, stories, and complete a simple craft. Registration is not required.

Toddler Time (Walkers-3) Tuesday, February 4th from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Come and join us for some music and movement at the library! We will sing, dance, and read together. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.

Chapter Chatter Book Club Tuesday, February 4th from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Join Miss Katie for the new 3-5 grade book club, Chapter Chatter! We will meet monthly on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. to discuss that month's pick. The first ten children registered may pick up a library copy of that month's pick! February's pick is Wretched Waterpark by Kiersten White. Register here.

Baby Time (Birth-walking) Wednesday, February 5th from 11 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Ages birth to walking.  Listen to a story, sing songs, and perform fingerplays. Registration is not required.

Preschool Time Monday, February 6th from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5. Join Miss Kristine for circle time, stories, and complete a simple craft. Registration is not required.

The Tooth Fairy Visits the Library (2-6) Thursday, February 6th from 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Come in and meet the Tooth Fairy to celebrate Children's Dental Health Month. We will play a game, read a story, and learn how to keep our teeth healthy. Ages 2-6. Register here. 

Miss Claudia Sings a Story Friday, February 7th from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Join Miss Claudia for a musical storytime! Ages 2-5. Younger/Older siblings welcome. Registration is not required.

Mini Artists Friday, February 7th from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. A creative and messy art class where we focus on the process rather than the finished product. Ages 3-5. Registration is required.Please only register for the number of little ones participating, not the adult! 

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Family Storytime Saturday February 1st from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Come join Miss Niki for Saturday Family Story Time! We will have a little bit of stories, a little bit of music, and a little bit of playtime. Registration not required. Ages 2-7. Siblings welcomed!

Random Adult Book Club Monday, February 3rd from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come join us for a book club that is exactly that.  "Hot Book" fiction, thrillers, mysteries, memoirs, sci-fi, non-fiction, chic lit... You never know what genre we will explore or rabbit hole we'll go down! The book selection for this month is: Shrill: Notes From a Loud Woman by Lindy West. Register here. 

Storytime (Ages 2-4) Tuesday, February 4th from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come join Miss Niki for story time! We will have a little bit of stories a little bit of music and a show stopping craft. Registration required. Ages 2-4.

Pure N' Sinful Chocolate Making Saturday, February 22nd from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Maria Brandriff has been packing up her chocolate making equipment for more than three decades and traveling to libraries all over the state. Maria started out as a self-taught chef or as she puts it: "Julia Child taught me to cook!". Join us for a Pure and Sinful Chocolate Truffle Class! Registration Required.

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