Upcoming Events

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

Do you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill?

Join us for music and movement with your child.  We'll use bean bags, scarves and shakers to move to the music.

For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Stop by the table in the Lobby of the library and learn about the Friends of Russell Library.

All ages are welcome to join us for a celebration of Chinese culture, song and dance presented by Phoenix Performing Arts of CT.  

If you're looking for a relaxing afternoon or just want to get out of your house, come join us to watch a movie, eat some snacks, and work on a craft project.

Led by multiple Grammy Award-nominated drummer, percussionist, composer, arranger, and educator Bobby Sanabria, his ensemble Ascensión has been critically-acclaimed for its Pan-Latino approach to Latin jazz.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Join us to move, groove, and get our wiggles out! Our librarian will lead young dancers through some steps, use props, and have plenty of time for free dance and imagination. We will use a variety of dance styles-- no experience is required!

Meet live Connecticut turtles!

Kids are welcome to drop in to the Activity Room and join us for Star Wars crafts.

Dungeons and Dragons in the Library IS BACK! Join us to create characters, learn the rules, and team up for a fun, new campaign!

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

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

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

What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength? 

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

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

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