Programs and Events at Killingworth Library, October 2026

Submitted by Tammy Eustis

(September 26, 2026) — The following programs and events will take place at Killingworth Library during the month of October, 2026. Our regular programs – Tales for Tots, Tiny Thinkers, and Surprise Saturday – continue as well! Pre-registration is required for all of these programs. Please visit the Calendar on killingworthlibrary.org or call 860-663-2000 to reserve your spot.

Killingworth Library is a Laptop ConneCT library! – This initiative from DEEP and the Connecticut State Library aims to make long-term loans of laptops available to members of our community who need them. You can apply for a laptop if you are at least 18 years old and have a valid library card. You must also be in one of the following assistance programs: Supplemental Nutrition (SNAP), Connecticut Energy (CEAP), Low-Income Home Energy (LIHEAP), Medicare, or HUSKY Health (Medicaid/The Children’s Health Insurance Program). Contact Ben at the library if you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment: 860-663-2000 or mail@killingworthlibrary.org.

Holiday announcement – The library will be open on Monday, October 12, 2026 during regular hours, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Programs
Love2Sign with Jaye – Thursday mornings through December 17, 2026, 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Jaye Carlson returns to teach fun, interactive sign language, for children ages 6 months to 6 years old! Please register for each session that you can attend.

Minecraft Club for Tweens – Thursdays: October 1^st, 8^th, 22^nd, 29^th, 5:00pm-6:30pm. We’re playing Minecraft Bedrock Edition, available on Windows, iOS, and Android. Sign up for each session you can attend – visit our online Calendar for details on device availability and registration.

Music with Margie – Fridays, 11:00am-11:30am. Join us for sing-along fun with Margie Warner! We’ll learn seasonal songs, dance, play games, and make lots of new friends. Suitable for families with young children, ages 2-6, and siblings are always welcome! Adults must remain with their children for the duration of the program. Space is limited, so please register in advance for each session that you can attend.

Tweens Magic: the Gathering – Fridays, October 2^nd and 16^th, 5:00pm-6:00pm. Magic is the world’s most popular trading card game, and it’s a great way to reinforce math, reading, and critical thinking skills, as well as face-to-face, screen-free play. We will be learning the game from the ground up, so all levels of experience are welcome, including absolute beginners. Participants will not be required to purchase anything or bring their own cards to play. Our materials have been generously donated by the MagiKids nonprofit, and participants will build decks that they get to take home and keep. This program is recommended for ages 9+. Please register in advance.

Library Renewal with Stephen Watson – Tuesday, October 6^th, 2:00pm-3:00pm. We have carefully designed this Tai Chi class to promote balance, structural stability, and ease of mind. You can join us whether you’ve had no prior experience or perhaps practiced Tai Chi elsewhere. Each of our practices can be done seated or with the use of an assistive device! We’d like to welcome everyone to the wise world of soft health methods. In our classes, we’ll explore modern methods of balance restoration as we journey through the wonderful wisdom of Asia’s ancient traditions. Each class will offer gentle stretches, self-massage self-care routines, guided energy circulation practices, and a chance to play at the gentle movements famous for their power and poise. Join us in the spirit of play and take the tools home to play every day! Space is limited, so please register in advance.

Adult Movie Night – Wednesday, October 7^th, 6:00pm-8:20pm. Join us for a free movie viewing! We meet in the adult reading area after the library closes at 6:00. Feel free to bring your own snacks and (covered, non-alcoholic) drinks. Please contact the library or visit the Calendar on our website for this month’s title, and be sure to register to reserve your seat.

Second Monday Art Program – Monday, October 12^th, 2:00pm-3:00pm. Adults are invited to dabble in creativity! Using leaves, wildflowers, acorns, and paint, we’ll print images on blank cards to send to friends and family. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween, or just a seasonal greeting. Space and supplies are limited, so please register in advance.

Tuesday Trivia – Tuesday, October 13^th, 6:00pm-7:00pm. Join us for our monthly adult trivia program! Teams will be competing for the title of Trivia Master and a gift certificate to the library book sale. We will be playing Jeopardy-style with five categories, and new topics every month. We have a limit of six teams, with up to four players each. This calendar event has six sign-up slots, so please make sure only one player from each team submits a registration; the rest of the team members can just show up.

Game Night: The Quiet Year – Tuesday, October 20^th, 5:30pm-8:30pm. The Quiet Year is a game that’s described as “part roleplaying game, part cartographic poetry”. In this game, you and your group collaborate to draw a map and tell the story of a small community working to survive after the collapse of civilization. A deck of cards introduces omens, challenges, and opportunities that your community will face. There is no winning or losing; the point of the game is the story that the players tell together. Recommended for fans of tabletop games, cartography, post-apocalyptic fiction, or anyone creative and looking to try something new. This game can be played in groups of 2 – 4 people. We will introduce the game and provide instructions and materials; all you need to bring is your imagination. Both teen and adult groups are welcome to join us. The game takes a few hours to finish, so feel free to bring snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks. Please register in advance.

The Life of James Garfield – Wednesday, October 21^st, 5:00pm-6:00pm. Presented by Phil Devlin. If you’re like many of us, you may not know much about our 20th president; after all, he was assassinated after six months in office. Despite his short tenure, though, the story of his life and career was fascinating. Please join us to learn more! Phil Devlin is a retired HKHS history teacher and a frequent presenter here at the library. This event will be roughly an hour, with time for questions. Our space is limited, so please register to save your seat.

American Girl Doll Club – Thursday, October 22^nd, 6:00pm-6:45pm. Join us with your favorite doll (it doesn’t have to be an American Girl doll) and make new friends! Enjoy a brief discussion, activities, and a craft from a historical time period. This month, we’ll focus on Josefina Montoya and life in the 1820s. Please register in advance, and contact the library if your child has any food allergies.

Tween D&D: Campaign Two – starts Saturday, October 24^th, 9:00am-10:30am. This group is open to both experienced dungeon-delvers and complete beginners; no need to bring anything other than your imagination. Dungeon Master Leo will be leading the adventure for fellow kids 8 – 12 (with library supervision). This club will be broken into six-week campaigns, with the group meeting every Saturday. This campaign runs from October 24^th to November 28^th. Please register for each session that you can attend.

Johnny Tremain All-Ages Book Discussion – Monday, October 26^th, 4:30pm-5:30pm. Join us as we discuss the adventures and themes of the historical fiction classic Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes! Extra copies of the book are available for checkout at the circulation desk, starting in September. Young readers, families, and seniors are all invited to attend! Please register in advance to reserve your seat.

Pajama Storytime – Tuesday, October 27^th, 5:30pm-6:00pm. Come dressed in your PJs and cuddle with a favorite stuffed animal or blanket, while Mrs. Fig shares stories from our Favorite Authors collection. This month, she’s sharing the stories of Nancy Elizabeth Wallace. Mrs. Fig will engage readers with sound effects, movement, and puppets. Family members of all ages are welcome, but please register in advance.

History of the Blues 101 with Ramblin’ Dan – Tuesday, October 27^th, 5:30pm-6:30pm. Veteran bluesman Ramblin’ Dan Stevens will join us to present Blues 101 on June 17th! This presentation covers the history of blues in the United States, from its origins in the Deep South to the present day. Stevens combines historical images and video with live music played on a variety of vintage instruments, some homemade. Please register in advance, space will be limited!

LEGO STEM Club – Tuesday, October 27^th, 6:00pm-6:45pm. Calling all future engineers! Learn to use the STEM steps to success as you solve a problem, plan and create a design, and then test your project. This month’s project is a robot. Space is limited, so please register in advance.

Revolutionary War Lecture Series, part four: 1777 – Hope Springs Eternal – Wednesday, October 28^th, 7:00pm at the Killingworth Volunteer Company Firehouse. Presented by David LeVasseur, former Killingworth municipal historian and member of the Board of Directors of both the Clinton and Killingworth Historical Societies. The Clinton and Killingworth Historical Societies are presenting this lectures series to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, and the roles of Clinton and Killingworth in the founding of our country. The presentation will also be accessible on Zoom; see the event listing on Killingworth Library’s event calendar for the link. This program is co-sponsored by the Killingworth and Henry Carter Hull Libraries. No registration necessary.