Wednesdays at 10:30 AM through May 20*
*No session April 15
Perfect for 18 – 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 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/4/26
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM through May 19*
*No session April 14
Perfect for Birth – 18 months, but fun for everyone!
Meet us in the Children’s Room for Baby Time! This calm, cozy program is designed for pre-walkers who aren’t quite ready for the high energy of Rhyme Time. We will focus on nursery rhymes, lullabies, and bonding with your baby.
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/3/26
Family Storytime & Stay to Play
Saturdays in March at 10:30 AM – through May 23*
*No session April 18
All ages welcome!
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 sorting toys! We also have our ongoing KPop Demon Hunter BINGO with a prize for winners. Our craft table is home to comic drawing supplies, as well as coloring sheets for younger children.
And most importantly come in to browse our collection of print books, Nutmeg nominees, and Wonderbooks!
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/7/26
Family Book Club – Co-sponsored with the Litchfield PTO & Litchfield Prevention Council
Tuesday, March 31 at 6:00 PM
In-Person ONLY
Registration is Required –
As part of our ongoing work to empower our kids and our community to thrive during the “Screen Age”, we will be doing a guided book discussion on The Amazing Generation by Jonathan Haidt (author of The Anxious Generation) and Catherine Price. This new book for kids and tweens is a comprehensive guide for living a happy and exciting life that isn’t hijacked by a smartphone.
Books are available to pick up at OWL.
Pizza will be provided for all participants.
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/31/26
Gospel will be in the air as vocalists Wanda Houston, Janice Dempsey and Angela Clemmons sing their hearts out and Michael Brown hits the keys! Hear these three distinguished pop singers get back to their gospel roots Saturday, March 7th at 3pm. Admission: $20.
St. Andrew’s Parish, 1 North Main Street (corner of Routes 7 & 341), Kent, CT 06757.
3/7/26
Armchair Travel to Southern India with Nancy & Ed Schuler
Wednesday, March 25 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM
In-Person ONLY
Registration is required.
India is one of the most colorful, interesting and beautiful destinations in the world. The architecture of southern India is quite different from that of the north. The food is full of wonderful spices, but not as intense as in the north. The women wear beautiful colorful saris, but not wrapped ones like in the north.
Beautiful beaches are graced by ancient temples and lush landscapes. “It was a trip I’ll never forget,” says Nancy.
Join the Schuler’s to learn about the exotic nature of Southern India.
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/25/26
Learn French While Eating Macarons! with Madame S
Thursday, March 19 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Registration is required to attend In-Person.
Access the Zoom link at our website at time of the event.
Join Madame S, a certified French teacher from a francophone country, for a delightful class that makes learning French accessible to everyone. Whether you’re starting fresh or brushing up on your skills, this welcoming experience blends language basics with cultural flair — and yes, there will be macarons!
Activities will include fun games with prizes such as French stickers and keepsakes. Don’t miss this unique blend of culture, language and community!
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/19/26
Early Inns & Taverns Across Connecticut & New England with Historian John Cilio
Friday, March 13 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Registration is required to attend In-Person.
Access Zoom link at our website at time of the event.
Taverns in early colonial America were known by a variety of names including: Ordinary Inn, tippling house and public house to name a few. In New England, initially inns were tightly controlled and licensed by the church-based government. During the American Revolution, the word “Inn” seemed too British, so they became known as taverns. Whatever the name, these public houses became centers of rebellion.
Men and women were licensed to manage taverns and many became quite successful. Join historian John Cilio and smile at some of the highlights that will be shared about specific Inns across New England with a focus on Connecticut locations some of which have remained standing.
John Cilio is a fascinating historical storyteller, author, and researcher who has been captivating audiences with his tales of the past for over 15 years. As a proud member of the Organization of American Historians and the Association for the Study of Connecticut History, John has shared his knowledge through numerous articles in national magazines and newspapers. Through his captivating storytelling and in-depth research, he continues to inspire and educate. Prepare to be transported through time and experience history through period stories and vintage photographs.
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/13/26
America’s 250: The President’s Club with historian Peter Vermilyea
Monday, March 9 from 3:15 – 4:15 PM
Registration required to attend In-Person.
Zoom link active at our website the day of event.
Join us each month for one year as we explore 12 influential Presidents through selected biographies spanning from George Washington through John F. Kennedy.
March Selection:
We will be exploring Theodore Rex by Edmund Morris – 2001 Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Biography.
“Take a deep breath and dive into Theodore Rex, Edmund Morris’s sequel to his 1979 masterpiece, The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt. . . . He writes with a breezy verve that makes the pages fly.”—The New York Times Book Review
Theodore Rex is the story—never fully told before—of Theodore Roosevelt’s two world-changing terms as President of the United States. A hundred years before the catastrophe of September 11, 2001, “TR” succeeded to power in the aftermath of an act of terrorism. Youngest of all our chief executives, he rallied a stricken nation with his superhuman energy, charm, and political skills. He proceeded to combat the problems of race and labor relations and trust control while making the Panama Canal possible and winning the Nobel Peace Prize. But his most historic achievement remains his creation of a national conservation policy, and his monument millions of acres of protected parks and forest.
Books are available at OWL to borrow. E-books and e-audio books are instantly available for OWL card holders.
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/9/26
https://www.owlibrary.org/presidents-club.aspx#anchor_theodore
An exercise class for senior women with Nancy Schuler.
Tuesdays in March at 10:15 a.m. – No class March 3
In-Person & on Zoom. Registration for In-Person required
Let’s talk balance, posture and well being. Join this senior women’s exercise group on Tuesdays at 10:15 and let’s work to keep moving at any age. Attend in person, or online. No prior experience is necessary.
Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
3/10/26
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