17 March 2024 - 23 March 2024

Highlight of the Week

Thursday, March 21st | 6:30PM

Welcome Spring Open House:

Getting to Know Redding

(In-Person) Learn more about our town's rich history, its welcoming community and the many ways to connect with your neighbors. Light refreshments will be served. We'll end with town trivia where you can win a prize! Co-sponsored with Redding Neighbors & Newcomers.

Register for Spring Open House

Upcoming Programs

Monday, March 18th | 6:00PM

Evening PJ Family Story Time

(In-Person for Birth-5) Wear your coziest pajamas! We will share bedtime stories, sing lullabies and more! Interested older siblings are welcome to attend.

Register for Evening PJ Family Story Time

Tuesday, March 19th | 4:00PM

Let's Build with Lego!

(In-Person for grades 1-4) Come enjoy the Library’s extensive and eclectic Lego collection. We’ll end with a story and treats!

Register for Let's Build with Lego

Wednesday, March 20th | 7:00PM

American Impressionism

(In-Person)The Library welcomes back Artscapades for a captivating evening of art history that delves into the Impressionist movement in America and what drew artists to our local area - from Weir Farm to Holley House. Photo Credit: J. Alden Weir, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Register for Americam Impressionism

Friday, March 22nd | 10:00AM

It Takes A Village

(In-Person) For new parents navigating life with young children, this group fosters meaningful connections between other parents and caregivers. Presented in partnership with the Town of Redding. All ages welcome!

Register for It Takes A Village

Friday, March 22nd | 11:00AM

Classics Book Club

(In-Person) Led by the MTL's Catherine Riordan, who shares her contagious enthusiasm for the classics, this group reads and discusses titles of all time periods. This month: David Copperfield, Chapters 33-64.

Register for Classics Book Club

Friday, March 22nd | 4:00PM

Nutmeg Nominee Book Club

(In-Person for grades 5-8) In this fun, interactive program, we will read, discuss the Nutmeg Nominees, socialize, and do activities, all while enjoying lots of tasty snacks! Copies of the books will be available for checkout.

Register for Nutmeg Nominee Book Club

Saturday, March 23rd | 11:00AM

Family Cookie Swap

(In-Person for grades K-4 with a grownup or two) Make 12-24 of your favorite recipe and bring them to the MTL! We’ll share sweet stories together, sample a few cookies, and then swap cookies to bring home. 

Register for Family Cookie Swap

Weekly Programs for Adults

Mondays > 6:30PM | Adult Chess Club

Tuesdays > 1:30PM | Drop-In Knitting Circle

Weekly Programs for Children

Mondays > 5:30PM | Youth Chess Club

Wednesdays > 10:30AM | Family Story Time

Thursdays > 9:30AM | Birth-24 Months Story Time

Thursdays > 11:00AM | 2-Year-Old Story Time

Thursdays > 1:30PM | 3 & 4-Year-Old Story Time

Book Nook

Nutmeg Nominees - Intermediate (Grades 4-6)


Read some of this year's Nutmeg nominees and you can vote for your favorite next month! We've got all the books @MTL. Find a list of Nutmeg nominee books HERE.

Volunteers Needed!

Saturday, May 4th | 10:00AM-4:00PM

Frog Frolic Family Festival

Spring is around the corner…and we could sure use your help! Dozens of volunteers are needed for all shifts on Saturday, May 4th. We're looking for adults, as well as middle and high school aged volunteers. Sign up HERE.


Become a "Friend of the Frog" by sponsoring this family friendly kick-off to spring. Click HERE for details.

Coming Soon...

Monday, March 25th | 7:00PM

Pods 'n Ends: A Podcast Club

(In-Person) In this new MTL group we'll select an engaging podcast episode and meet to discuss it (over snacks!)

Register for Pods 'n Ends

Tuesday, March 26th | 7:00PM

Digital Parenting: Tips & Triage

(Hybrid - Rescheduled) This session aims to provide practical strategies for guiding your child’s online activities and addressing negative digital experiences. We’ll delve into resources and realistic expectations for children in grades K-8.

Register for Digital Parenting

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The MTL is open seven days a week:

Mon & Thurs 10 am - 8 pm

Tues, Wed & Fri 10 am - 5 pm

Sat 10 am - 5 pm

Sun 1 pm - 5 pm


Our Book Fair donation sheds are OPEN. Please place all items in the marked shed.

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