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City of Middletown: Lobby Outreach

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lobby at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Maria Scarlett from the City of Middletown, will be at Russell Library in the lobby promoting diversity and city openings. Special guests may also join Maria from the community.&nb...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Maria Scarlett from the City of Middletown, will be at Russell Library in the lobby promoting diversity and city openings. Special guests may also join Maria from the community. 

Wednesday, 12PM-1:30PM.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Alphabet Academy

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly alphabet story time for children ages 3-6 and a caregiver.  Each week, children will listen to stories and participate in crafts and activities for the le...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly alphabet story time for children ages 3-6 and a caregiver.  Each week, children will listen to stories and participate in crafts and activities for the letter of the week.  We will start with the letter A on Septembe

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Homework Help Center

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments. Experienced tutors will be available to help in a variety of subjects and will wor...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.

Play Pals

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play inclu...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play including building materials, crafts, sensory toys and imaginative

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Age of Magical Overthinking with Author Amanda Montell (Online)

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

“Magical thinking” can be broadly defined as the belief that one’s internal thoughts can affect unrelated events in the external world: think of the conviction that one can manifes...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

“Magical thinking” can be broadly defined as the belief that one’s internal thoughts can affect unrelated events in the external world: think of the conviction that one can manifest their way out of poverty, stave off cancer with positive vibes, t

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

No Bake BASH!

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Young Adults
Event Details:

Whip up some no bake treats at Russell Library! No experience or equipment required!We will create various treats with just basic ingredients to be enjoyed or taken home. Allergen-...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Whip up some no bake treats at Russell Library! No experience or equipment required!

We will create various treats with just basic ingredients to be enjoyed or taken home. Allergen-friendly options will be available.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.

Baby Builders

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Play & Movement
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for a morning of building with blocks, just for babies and toddlers.  Young children will be able to enjoy building with duplos, and other large blocks.  This eve...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Play & Movement
Event Details:

Join us for a morning of building with blocks, just for babies and toddlers.  Young children will be able to enjoy building with duplos, and other large blocks.  

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Science Saturday: Young Explorers

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Inspire wonder and Ignite curiosity at Science Saturday! This program explores big ideas in science using hands-on experiments, spectacular demonstrations, and plenty of live music...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Inspire wonder and Ignite curiosity at Science Saturday! This program explores big ideas in science using hands-on experiments, spectacular demonstrations, and plenty of live music and body movement to keep all learners engaged and excited.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Science Saturday: Next Level

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Calling all kids ages 8-14! Join us for a new session of our popular Science Saturday program designed just for you. This program is all about getting hands-on with amazi...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Calling all kids ages 8-14! Join us for a new session of our popular Science Saturday program designed just for you.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.

Play Pals

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play inclu...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play including building materials, crafts, sensory toys and imaginative

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
This event is in the "Adults" group.

An Inside Look at Working with a Literary Agent (Online)

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Russell Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You’re writing a book (or thinking about it), but what happens next? Join us for an inside look into working with an agent and the beginning stages of the publishing process with S...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

You’re writing a book (or thinking about it), but what happens next?

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.

Fables & Frolic

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, friends, and free play. Registration is recommended for event updates.This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library.To get all of the Yo...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, friends, and free play. Registration is recommended for event updates.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

City of Middletown: Lobby Outreach

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lobby at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Maria Scarlett from the City of Middletown, will be at Russell Library in the lobby promoting diversity and city openings. Special guests may also join Maria from the community.&nb...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Maria Scarlett from the City of Middletown, will be at Russell Library in the lobby promoting diversity and city openings. Special guests may also join Maria from the community. 

Wednesday, 12PM-1:30PM.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Alphabet Academy

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly alphabet story time for children ages 3-6 and a caregiver.  Each week, children will listen to stories and participate in crafts and activities for the le...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly alphabet story time for children ages 3-6 and a caregiver.  Each week, children will listen to stories and participate in crafts and activities for the letter of the week.  We will start with the letter A on Septembe

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Homework Help Center

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments. Experienced tutors will be available to help in a variety of subjects and will wor...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.

Play Pals

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play inclu...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play including building materials, crafts, sensory toys and imaginative

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery!

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Russell Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Mystery! is a Russell Library-run book club for mystery lovers. The book group discusses a new mystery novel every month. The group meets on last Thursday of the month (o...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Mystery! is a Russell Library-run book club for mystery lovers. The book group discusses a new mystery novel every month.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Friday Family Storytime

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, Friday morning family storytime where we will read books and share rhymes and songs for kids birth to 6 years old and their families. 

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, Friday morning family storytime where we will read books and share rhymes and songs for kids birth to 6 years old and their families. 

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Xen's Critters Cute and Cuddly Animals

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Xen's Critters are BACK with their cute and cuddly animals for Take Your Child to the Library Day 2025! Various animals will be available to look at, pet, and ask questions about! ...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Xen's Critters are BACK with their cute and cuddly animals for Take Your Child to the Library Day 2025! Various animals will be available to look at, pet, and ask questions about! All ages are welcome

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.

Play Pals

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play inclu...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Movement
Event Details:

Come play with us at the Library!  Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play.  A variety of toys will be out for free play including building materials, crafts, sensory toys and imaginative

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
This event is in the "Adults" group.

How We Create Pandemics (Online)

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Russell Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for this enlightening presentation with Smithsonian curator Sabrina Sholts as she talks about how the very fact of being human increases our pandemic risks—and gives us the...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

Join us for this enlightening presentation with Smithsonian curator Sabrina Sholts as she talks about how the very fact of being human increases our pandemic risks—and gives us the power to save ourselves. 

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.

Fables & Frolic

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, friends, and free play. Registration is recommended for event updates.This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library.To get all of the Yo...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, friends, and free play. Registration is recommended for event updates.