Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! 

Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Improve your photos with Pixlr, a free online image editor.  This is a demonstration class to be held in the program room on Tuesday, November 29 at 2 pm..  Patrons are encouraged to bring their own internet connected devices.

Please register at tollandct.gov/library and look for the Online Library Events Calendar.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

The Nookless Knitters is a friendly groups of crafters that meet from 10 until 12 every Friday in the library's program room.  They are eager to share their talents and wisdom.  Newcomers are welcome.

Here's another reason to love books.  Come and learn how to make a beautiful Christmas tree from a book on Saturday, December 3 at 11 am in the library’s program room. This creative craft is simple to make and doesn't take many supplies. The tree is elegant on its own or you can choose to decorate it. When it's done, you'll have a unique handmade home décor.  Make more trees in different sizes and use them as centerpieces.  You will also be taught how to make origami stars.  Upcycle and give an old book a second life. Children accompanied by a parent are welcome to participate. The library will provide the books and the decorating materials. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Tolland Public Library Please register at tollandct.gov/library and look for the Online Library Events Calendar.

The Tolland Public Library will be showing the movie Top Gun - Maverick on Saturday, December 3 at 2 pm in the library's program room.  The movie is rated PG-13 and runs for 131 minutes.  Please sign up at tollandct.gov/library and look for the Online Events Calendar.

The Friends of Tolland Public Library are once again having their popular Holiday Silent Auction on beautifully decorated table top trees and other holiday decorations. Tolland residents, local businesses, and organizations demonstrate their creativity and imagination by making festive tabletop trees, wreaths, and holiday decorations that are displayed at the library and bid on in a silent auction. Items will be on display and open for bid on Friday, November 4 until Saturday, December 3rd.  Final bidding will take place from 3 to 4:30 pm on December 3rd.  Successful bidders can take home their trees. Winners that are not present will be notified by phone, and trees can be picked up during normal library hours.  The Friends accept cash and checks for payment.

All proceeds are used by the Friends of the Tolland Public Library to pay for museum passes, library programs, library news publications, and other library items that are not included in the library budget. Come to the Tolland Public Library at 21 Tolland Green and see all the beautiful original holiday trees and decorations. You may find that special holiday gift that you want.

The Friends of the Tolland Public Library meet on the first Monday of the month, September through June at 11 am in the library's program room.  All are welcome.

Kathy Grinold leads a meditation group on Tuesday, December 6 at 6:30 pm in the library's program room.  This is a hybrid program so you may attend virtually.  Beginners and advanced practitioners are welcome.  You may sign up for this free program at tolland.org/library and look for the Online Library Events Calendar.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

The Nookless Knitters is a friendly groups of crafters that meet from 10 until 12 every Friday in the library's program room.  They are eager to share their talents and wisdom.  Newcomers are welcome.

A mitten sale which will support the Friends of the Tolland Public Library will take place on Saturdya December 10 from 11 am until 2 pm in the adult reading area.  These beautiful mittens,  in sizes S-M-L-XL, are made from recycled wool sweaters and lined with fleece.  Cash and checks will be accepted.

Build your own “Gingerbread House” out of graham crackers, frosting, and candy! Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

On Saturday, December 10 at 1 pm please join Dave England, a PSIA-certified ski instructor,  in the library's program room.  Dave is passionate about helping people sky safely and will present a classroom-style alpine ski clinic.  Please register at tollandct.gov and look for the Online Events Calendar.  This is a free program and open to the public.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Do you have questions about your laptop, smartphone, or tablet?  The Tolland Public Library is now offering one-on-one tech help appointments.  Call (860) 871-3620 to book your personalized session on Wednesday, December 14 at 10 am. 

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

The Nookless Knitters is a friendly groups of crafters that meet from 10 until 12 every Friday in the library's program room.  They are eager to share their talents and wisdom.  Newcomers are welcome.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

The Tolland Writers' Group meets the third Tuesday of the month from 6 until 8 pm in the audiovisual room of the library.  Writing prompts and critiques are typically done during the meeting,  Newcomers are welcome.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

The Tolland Book Discussion Group is run by Kelly Marchand and meets the third Wednesday of the month in the program room from 2 until 3 pm.  Copies of the books are provided by the library. For more information call 860 871-3629.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

The Nookless Knitters is a friendly groups of crafters that meet from 10 until 12 every Friday in the library's program room.  They are eager to share their talents and wisdom.  Newcomers are welcome.

Get hands-on with some of the amazing technology available at the library and have a STEM-tastic time! Ozobots, iPads, video games, and more. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Enjoy a holiday crafternoon at the library as we decorate beautiful Christmas, Hanukkah, & Kwanzaa. These make wonderful (and inexpensive) gifts for your loved ones. Watch a special holiday movie and enjoy snacks as you decorate. All ages. FREE.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Visit the Tolland Public Library and get your hands on some of the amazing technology that we offer to patrons of all ages. Virtual reality, Macs, PCs, and more!

Signup to reserve your 30-minute time slot in the Discovery Center. "The David Golden Discovery Center" can only accomodate 2 people at one time. Registration is required. 

Call (860) 871-3620 or visit tollandct.gov/library for more information. All ages. FREE.

Tech Expo day is back!

Drop by the Children's Department and get hands-on with some of the amazing technology available at the library.

Have a STEM-tastic time with Ozobots, circuits, and more. Play Nintendo Switch with friends or design your own video game! 

Call (860) 871-3620 or visit tolland.org/library for more information. Kids & Teens. FREE.

Motivated and dedicated teens wanted! Design your own library programs and web content. Personalize the Teen Area. Have a say in the books and movies that you want in the library. If you’re a teen, ages 13-19, your opinions matter and we want you to share! Join us on the last Wednesday of every month. Registration is required. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. FREE.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Do you have questions about your iPhone?  Come learn how to download apps, manage contacts use Siri and more on Thursday, December 29 at 2 pm in the library’s program room. This is a demonstration class so please bring your phone.  Please register at tollandct.gov/library and look for the Online Events Calendar.

The Nookless Knitters is a friendly groups of crafters that meet from 10 until 12 every Friday in the library's program room.  They are eager to share their talents and wisdom.  Newcomers are welcome.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Get hands-on with some of the amazing technology available at the library and have a STEM-tastic time! Ozobots, iPads, video games, and more. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Motivated and dedicated teens wanted! Design your own library programs and web content. Personalize the Teen Area. Have a say in the books and movies that you want in the library. If you’re a teen, ages 13-19, your opinions matter and we want you to share! Join us on the last Wednesday of every month. Registration is required. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. FREE.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Get hands-on with some of the amazing technology available at the library and have a STEM-tastic time! Ozobots, iPads, video games, and more. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Motivated and dedicated teens wanted! Design your own library programs and web content. Personalize the Teen Area. Have a say in the books and movies that you want in the library. If you’re a teen, ages 13-19, your opinions matter and we want you to share! Join us on the last Wednesday of every month. Registration is required. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. FREE.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Grab a character sheet and a set of dice and embark on an epic quest designed by local Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Jerry Rapone of “The Winding Way Forward Tabletop Adventures”! Experienced players and DMs are welcome to join and run their own games. Registration is required. Players should have a basic understanding of how to play before joining. Pre-teens & Teens. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Get hands-on with some of the amazing technology available at the library and have a STEM-tastic time! Ozobots, iPads, video games, and more. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.

Attention LEGO lovers! Exercise your creativity, show off your skills, and attempt awesome challenges online. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Kids & Pre-Teens. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Kids and caregivers are invited to join our children’s librarian on Tuesdays for stories, songs, crafts, and oodles of fun! Toddlers & Kids. FREE. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Registration required.

Join us on Wednesday mornings for board book read-alongs, songs, rhymes, and playtime for your little ones. Infants & Toddlers. FREE. Due to limited space and supplies, registration is required for all participants. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. Free.

Motivated and dedicated teens wanted! Design your own library programs and web content. Personalize the Teen Area. Have a say in the books and movies that you want in the library. If you’re a teen, ages 13-19, your opinions matter and we want you to share! Join us on the last Wednesday of every month. Registration is required. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info. FREE.

Weekly chess group for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Hosted by Mr. Edward Faber. Players should know basic chess moves before joining the group. Registration is required. Kids, Pre-Teens, & Teens. Free. Call (860) 871-3621 for more info.