Patricia Bellamy-Mathis will read Aspenne Colors the Neighborhood, the story of a curious girl and her family who cheerfully find items in their neighborhood that are the colors of the rainbow! Patricia's book highlights how an ordinary family walk can become an engaging learning opportunity to identify colors, demonstrate real-life connections, and broaden vocabulary. There will be an interactive activity following the reading. Best for ages 0 to 5, but all are welcome.

Erica DeFrancesco, MS, OTR/L, will have a panel of two individuals living with cognitive change and one care partner. Each will share their dementia-positive story, followed by a short talkback/dialogue. Speakers will share: personal diagnosis journeys, finding purpose after diagnosis, adapting to changing abilities, building connection and community, and healthy lifestyles that support brain health. For Adults.

Join us for a fun introduction to money for kids. William Wilson from Northwest Community Bank will lead the session, breaking down the basics of saving, spending, and why a little bit today can grow into a lot tomorrow. Through hands-on activities and real-life examples, kids will learn the building blocks of money basics and good money habits. Plus, every child gets to take home a free workbook to keep the lessons and fun going at home. Best for ages 6 to 11.

Help build a mosaic with LEGOs! This community art event seeks to create a collaborative mosaic out of LEGO art kits built by kids, for kids. ConnLUG leaders will assist builders in creating their mosaic art piece. Once they have completed their artwork, it will be placed on a big board for all to see and enjoy. It will be kept on display for a limited number of weeks. Best for ages 6 to12, but all are welcome to attend and create!

Dance and have fun in this interactive, musical adventure with performer Joy Blooms! With lively songs and a whole lot of bubble-poppin' action, kids will engage in rhythm, movement, and imaginative play while building early literacy, motor skills, and social connections. Designed for children ages 1–8 (and their grown-ups).

Yonatan Axelrad of New Britain Chess Club will supervise our first youth chess tournament on November 4. Recommended for tweens and teens (ages 8 to 19). All skill levels welcome. Space is limited.

Join us for a living history presentation by a five-person ensemble, The Dirty Blue Shirts. As we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the War for Independence, it is women's local lives dressed in wool or spun silk that continue to inspire creativity, resilience, and empathy today. From the mythology of homespun textiles to legends of midnight rides in red cloaks, the Dirty Blue Shirts share stories of women who waged war on multiple fronts, as well as a look at what they wore as their worlds turned upside down. In partnership with the Wintonbury Historical Society. For Adults.

Unearth the past! Step into the role of archaeologist in this hands-on investigation of a Connecticut "excavation site." Students will explore artifacts through interactive activities and then analyze excavation notes, maps, and artifacts. Participants will work together, looking at clues to figure out who lived at the site, dates, and what may have happened. Discover how archaeologists turn fragments of the past into full stories. For ages 10 to 19. Space is limited.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to create a graphic novel? Adam Wallenta will discuss his journey as a professional, the process of taking an idea from concept to published book, and how he created his award-winning Punk Taco graphic novel series with his sons. He will also conduct a drawing and writing demo and take questions from the audience. Adam will have copies available for purchase and is happy to sign them. Best for ages 6 and up, but all ages are welcome.