April 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2021
6:00 p.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration required
Willimantic Public Library

Tales from Around the World with storyteller Andre Keitt uses folk tales to help us learn about ourselves and the world around us. This series features Anansi the Spider by Gerald McDermott, The Paper Crane by Molly Bang, Stega Nona by Tomi dePaola and The Bossy Gallito by Lucia M. Gonzalez.

April 12, 2021
Virtual | Free | Unlimited streaming through April 18
Groton Public Library

StoryFaces with Agostino Arts is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines a skillful spoken word performance with unique visual art. Chris Agostino inspires and delights as he uses face painting to illustrate the stories as he tells them.

April 14, 2021
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration required
Windsor Public Library Kidspace

Spaceship Harmony is a musical journey through the universe with music educator Michele Urban. Join for intergalactic fun and an out-of-this-world musical and learning adventure!

April 15, 2021
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration required
Thompson Public Library

Learn character design and how to draw people, animals, dinosaurs and more at this cartooning workshop with Rick Stromoski. Grab some paper and a pencil and get ready to have some fun!

April 17, 2021
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration required
West Woodstock Library

Kick-off the summer reading theme Tales and Tails with Animals, Animals presented by the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Learn about a variety of animals that can all be found right here in Connecticut. Meet turtles, frogs, snakes, and birds and learn some fun and interesting facts!

April 20, 2021
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration required
Bloomfield, Prosser Public Library

At Jammin’ with Jeffrey with music educator Michele Urban you’ll learn about friendship through story, song and interactive conversation with Jeffrey.

April 23, 2021
6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration Required
Charter Oak Cultural Community Center, Hartford

Read It and Sleep with storyteller Andre Keitt features the book Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio. Share a story and activity with friends!

April 24, 2021
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration required
Bridgeport Public Library

CT author Janae Marks will talk about writing and her debut middle grade novel From the Desk of Zoe Washington. Q&A to follow. Award-winning and indie bestseller, the story follows a courageous girl as she seeks the truth and does what she believes is right, even in the face of great opposition.

April 26, 2021
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Virtual | Free | Registration required
Thompson Public Library

The Adventures of Goldilocks and Baby Bear with music educator Michele Urban presents interactive song and dance. This program helps parents and their preschoolers creatively explore the themes in this retelling of a classic tale.