Past Events

Get in the Arbor Day spirit by learning about the benefits of a more natural world—and how we can make our own yards and towns more natural.

What was it like to live through the Influenza Pandemic of 1918? We’ll look at archival images, letters, and newspapers to explore this topic, including sources left by Connecticut residents who experienced the flu first-hand.

From maps to the census to local photo collections, you’ll be able to put together the stories of your home’s “past lives.”

Create an adorable Pikachu origami and Totoro corner bookmark. (Grades 4 and up)

Join us in front of the library for a relaxing session of knitting and good company—six feet apart, of course.

This event has been cancelled. If you were registered for this event, we will contact you.

Join the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library and the New Britain Museum of American Art for a book discussion of the novel I Always Loved You: A story of Mary Cassatt and Edgar Degas by Robin Oliveira.

Make your own farm animal puppets and put on a show! (Ages 2-5)

This group meets monthly as a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia. Join us to share practical information, feelings, needs and concerns.

Join us for a virtual discussion of the book Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachel Beanland. Contact the library to reserve a copy of this book.

Learn ten steps to help examine stressful gardening habits and expectations, focus on what is important, and take a deep breath and chill.

Join us in front of the library for a relaxing session of knitting and good company—six feet apart, of course.

Try out a new spice each month! April’s kit includes whole star anise, a cinnamon stick, information sheets and a few recipes to try.

This show engages children with comedy, swing music, jazz music, “March”-ing songs, poems, bubbles, music technology, and children’s stories that foster literacy, storytelling, and a lifelong love of your library!

Learn how to navigate Connecticut’s land records so that you can determine who once owned your property.

Make your own beautiful spring wreath! (Gr. K-5)

Get creative and artsy by creating your own nature-inspired blackout poetry in celebration of National Poetry Month and Earth Day! (Gr. 3 to 6)

Looking to make the perfect bag for school, the library, or anywhere in between? Create your own tie-dye tote bag using a t-shirt! 

We're kicking off Spring Break with one of the most popular games in the world: BINGO! Between Monday, April 12, and Friday, April 30, complete at least five squares on our Bingo Card and earn a Brag Stick, cable ring, and sticker! Every completed Bingo Card submitted will also be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Amazon gift card! 

Without an estate plan, some of your end of life decisions are dictated by the state. If you’re OK with that, you don’t need this program. But if you want to decide how your estate is divided, who is responsible for your care, and who gets custody of your children... this program is for you!