Trumbull Library News & Events

Community Puzzle Swap Saturday, May 9th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle! Join us to swap out your old jigsaw puzzles for new-to-you puzzles. Puzzles must be 300 pieces or more, in good condition, with all pieces present. Please have the puzzle pieces inside a plastic bag in the box. Registration is not required. Register if you would like a reminder two days before the event.

The Art of Home Organizing Tuesday, May 12th from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join Stephanie Radman, founder of professional home organizing business, Mayflower Home Organizing, for an insightful speaking event, "The Art of Home Organizing”. It will empower individuals to transform their living spaces through effective home organizing and de-cluttering strategies. This lecture is designed to inspire, educate, and provide actionable steps for attendees seeking to reclaim their homes and lead more organized lives. Register here.

Adult Fiction Book Club Thursday May 14th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Join us as we discuss The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. We have a limited number of copies of this month's book available for check out at the main branch circulation desk. Register here.

Trumbull Eats - I'd Do Anything for Meatloaf, But I Won't Do That Thursday, May 14th from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Trumbull Eats is our monthly series of cooking demonstrations. Watch a library staff member prepare two themed recipes, then enjoy samples and take-home printed copies to try yourself. We'll show 2 different ways of making a delicious meatloaf, and as a bonus third recipe, we'll make a "meatless loaf" that can satisfy your appetite and still fit into a vegetarian or vegan diet. Register here.

Rails to Back Trails: Trumbull Bike Tour Sunday, May 17th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local historian Sue Del Bianco will take cyclists back in time to when train was king in the Trumbull Valley. Sue will stop at many historical points-of-interest along the rail-trail: a cow tunnel, site of a train wreck, remains of an amusement park, a mill, a mining company, two train stations, and a reputed witch's gravesite. Please meet at Tait Rd. Parking Lot. If you are local, we encourage you to bike to the meeting location as parking can become an issue. Register here.

Mental Health Resources in Connecticut Monday, May 18th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, join us to learn about the online resources available to CT residents to help manage your mental health. Presented by Caitlyn Koripsky of Catalyst CT | The Hub. Register here.

The Memory of '76: The Revolution in American History Wednesday, May 23rd from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. For nearly two and a half centuries, Americans have agreed that their nation began with the Revolution, but they have never agreed on what the Revolution actually meant. This lecture explores the surprising and often contentious history of how Americans have debated, reinterpreted, and fought over the meaning and legacy of the nation’s founding. Register here.

Please note: All drop-in programs will be on hiatus this week so we can host Trumbull first-graders for a library field trip. See you soon!

May the 4th Crafternoon (Gr. K-5) Monday, May 4th from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Come and celebrate May the 4th with us at the library! We will have some fun Star Wars crafts to make and take home. Bring the force with you! No registration required.

Chapter Chatter Book Club (Grades 3-5) Tuesday, May 5th from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Join Miss Katie for the 3rd-5th grade book club, Chapter Chatter! We meet monthly on Tuesdays at to discuss that month's pick. The first ten children registered may pick up a library copy of that month's pick. May's pick is Max in the House of Spies by Adam Gidwitz. Register here.

PJ Story Time (Ages 3-6) Thursday, May 7th from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Put on your PJs, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and join Miss Kristine for story time and coloring! Ages 3-6. Registration is suggested.

Baby Rave: A Dance Party (Ages 9 months-5yrs) Saturday, May 9th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Baby Rave is back again! Join Miss Katie for an afternoon of your favorite songs with a techno twist! There will low light, bubbles, and other fun sensory items for babies and toddlers to enjoy. Ages 9 months-5 yrs, siblings welcome. Registration is recommended but not required.

Ani-May Teen Craft Night (Ages 13-18) Wednesday, May 6th from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join us for an evening of anime themed crafting stations, Japanese snacks, and a variety showing of anime clips and trailers. Registration is required. Please only register teen participants. Supplies and space are limited, and activities are for youth group only. For ages 13-18. Register here.

Teen Bites: Cannolis (Gr. 6-9) Saturday, May 16th from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Join us as MyProductions presenter, Matt Yanarella, teaches us how to create homemade cannolis. Make them for yourself or share with a special someone. Registration is required. Please only register teen participants. Supplies and space are limited, and activities are for youth group only. For grades 6-9.

Upcycled Crafternoon (Gr. 4-7) Thursday, May 21st from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. If you are crafty and environmentally conscious, join us for this creative and un-structured art program. We will have an array of craft supplies, leftover from previous programs, and you can make whatever you want! Registration is encouraged due to space limitations. Please only register youth attendees.

Random Adult Book Club Monday, May 4th from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join us for a book club that is exactly that. “Hot Book” fiction, thrillers, mysteries, memoirs, sci-fi, non-fiction, chick lit. You never know what genre we will explore or rabbit hole we'll go down! The book selection for this month is: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Register here.

Tiny Tales 2s, 3s and 4s Tuesday, May 5th from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come join us for story time! We will have a little bit of stories a little bit of music and a show-stopping craft. Register here.

Creator's Corner Drop In Wednesday, May 6th from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Drop in and use our 3D printer to create! Ages 8 and up.