Clay Play
For all ages (7 and under can sit on parents lap)
Saturday, March 1st. 2:00-4:00PM
This is a chance to try the pottery wheel and get your hands in some clay. We show you how, then you get on the wheel right away. This class is perfect for all ages—little ones are welcome to sit on their parent’s lap and join the fun.
$50 ea. Please see our website for other dates.
Pre-registration is required.
Village Center for the Arts
12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
(860) 354-4318.
https://www.villagecenterarts.org/eventscalendar
Grab someone special and come get dirty….with clay!
This is a two-day course (plus a day for glazing) where you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. You can glaze your piece at your leisure once it’s out of the kiln. $245 per couple. Needs a minimum of 2 couples to run this class. BYOB and a snack to share to make it more fun! BYOB
Saturday, March 8th 6:30-9:30 PM
Pre-registration is required.
Village Center for the Arts
12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
(860) 354-4318
https://www.villagecenterarts.org/eventscalendar
Join us for a Valentine’s Day CHARM BAR POP UP with Carolyn George and her jewelry line ROSE & MOKSHA. Carolyn will be on hand to design one of a kind charm bracelets and necklaces perfect for all of the loves in your life. Friday, February 14th from 11am- 4pm.
PEGGY MERCURY
KENT BARNS
9 Maple Street, Unit 2
Kent CT 06757
https://peggymercury.com
March Nutmeg Selections await you! All Month
Best for Grades 2 – 3, but fun for all elementary readers and their families
Each month read two Elementary Nominees for the 2025 Nutmeg Book Award. By April you will have read all the nominees and will be ready to vote for your favorite!
We know families are busy and schedules are packed so this is a Take Home Book Club. Beginning on the first of each month check out copies of the two featured books and receive a Book Club Kit with Discussion Questions, Further Reading Suggestions, and an activity!
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 North Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx
Join hosts David Ruchman and Jeremy Boviard for a fun night of Movie Trivia. Free to play. Teams can be solo or up to 4 people. Prizes will be awarded. Trivia occurs on the last Tuesday of every month unless otherwise noted.
Tuesday, February 25th at 7PM
The Moviehouse
48 Main Street
Millerton, NY 12546
https://www.themoviehouse.net/
Nurturing Your Inner Artist
Presented by Jenna Bashore Haley
Zentangle (R) drawing is a process-focused method of creating pen & ink drawings. If you can write your name, then you can create Zentangle art.
There are no mistakes in Zentangle, just opportunities.
Class is for new and experienced tanglers. Supplies are provided by the instructor.
COST | $75, lunch is included
Saturday, April 12, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Wisdom House Retreat & Conference Center
229 E Litchfield Rd
Litchfield, CT 06759
https://www.wisdomhouse.org/program-calendar/inner-artist-2
Saturdays in March at 10:30 AM
All Ages Welcome!
Saturday Storytime is BACK! Come to OWL for an all ages storytime in the children’s room every Saturday at 10:30 then stay to play.
In addition to our puppet theater, wooden blocks, and train set, we now have a dollhouse! We also have an ongoing Scavenger Hunt with a squishy prize for winners. And most importantly come in to browse our collection of print books, Nutmeg nominees, and Wonderbooks!
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 North Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx
Thursday, March 20: 5:00- 6:00 PM
For ages 6 to 16
Registration Appreciated
Do you like Pokemon? On the third Thursday of each month, join us for Pokemon Club! At each meeting you can trade with friends to perfect your deck and get rare cards! Battle with other trainers to refine your skills and learn new strategies from your opponents. We will also have coloring pages and other fun activities available for our younger trainers. Ages 6 and up! Trainers of all skill levels are welcome!
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 North Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx
Every Thursday in March at 10:30 AM
Perfect for 3 – 5 year olds, but fun for everyone!
Join Mrs. Tricia for a classic library storytime – books, songs, bubbles, and more! Come for early literary skills, social connections, and fun! We will focus on one special picture book author each week.
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 North Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx
Rhyme Time and Playgroup
Wednesdays in March at 10:30 AM
Perfect for up to 36 months, but fun for everyone!
Lots of rhymes, a sprinkling of songs, and one or two shared board books round out this library program that is perfect for little ones who need to get those wiggles out. Stay to PLAY! After the rhymes, stay for some unstructured play time with other kiddos
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 North Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx
