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Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday: Young Explorers (Session 1)

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday: Young Explorers (Session 2)

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Adults" group
Cast photo

Readers Theater: A Crazy Little Cafe Called Love

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Readers Theater is a live dramatic reading performed by local actors.  Seven actors will perform a fast moving comedy that takes place at A Crazy Little Cafe Called Love written by Luigi Jannuzzi.  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Readers Theater is a live dramatic reading performed by local actors.  Seven actors will perform a fast moving comedy that takes place at A Crazy Little Cafe Called Love written by Luigi Jannuzzi.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Jenny and Dave performing under a white tent.

Concert - Middletown's Own Jenny & Dave

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Join us as Middletown's own Jenny & Dave present unique renditions of popular songs from throughout the decades. Their original songs blend early blues, pop and rock influences with modern acoustic sensibilities.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as Middletown's own Jenny & Dave present unique renditions of popular songs from throughout the decades. Their original songs blend early blues, pop and rock influences with modern acoustic sensibilities.

This event is in the "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday: Young Explorers (Session 1)

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday: Young Explorers (Session 2)

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Adults" group
Concert flyer depicting a harpsichord and other colonial-era decorations. Includes the text: "What a Glorious CRASH They Made: Musick of Connecticut’s Revolution; Richard Franklin Donohue

What a Glorious Crash They Made: Musick of Connecticut’s Revolution

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Richard Franklin Donohue, Tenor & Harpsichord

Registration Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Richard Franklin Donohue, Tenor & Harpsichord

This event is in the "Young Children" 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
Sarah Lou Richards with guitar

Family Folk Concert

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Young Children, Children, Young Adults, Adults, Everyone

Join the Youth & Family Learning department for a morning of timeless music and fun. This family-friendly concert features a local Middletown singer and guitarist. All ages welcome.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children, Young Adults, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join the Youth & Family Learning department for a morning of timeless music and fun. This family-friendly concert features a local Middletown singer and guitarist. All ages welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Group photo of the Naugatuck Valley Cabaret Singers

Concert - An Evening in Broadway Performed by The Naugatuck Valley Cabaret Singers

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

The Naugatuck Valley Cabaret Singers are a touring performance troupe comprised of musical theater students and alumni from CT State Naugatuck Valley Community College who bring Broadway to local communities.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Naugatuck Valley Cabaret Singers are a touring performance troupe comprised of musical theater students and alumni from CT State Naugatuck Valley Community College who bring Broadway to local communities.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Members of Nu Haven Kapelye posing with their instruments outdoors on steps.

Concert - A Klezmer Journey with the Nu Haven Kapelye

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

The Nu Haven Kapelye invites audiences of all ages to explore the world of klezmer music.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Nu Haven Kapelye invites audiences of all ages to explore the world of klezmer music.

This event is in the "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday (Session 1)

Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday (Session 2)

Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday (Session 1)

Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday (Session 2)

Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday (Session 1)

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday (Session 2)

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday (Session 1)

Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday (Session 2)

Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday (Session 1)

Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday (Session 2)

Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday (Session 1)

Saturday, February 13, 2027 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday (Session 2)

Saturday, February 13, 2027 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text with science icons

Science Saturday (Session 1)

Saturday, March 13, 2027 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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 "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Science Saturday text science icons

Science Saturday (Session 2)

Saturday, March 13, 2027 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
Age Group:
Young Children, Children

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.

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Children, Children
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation, Play & Movement
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.