Programs and Events at Killingworth Library, September 2026

Submitted by Tammy Eustis

(August 18, 2026) — September is Library Card Signup Month! A card from the Killingworth Library will expand your horizons: download various e-content through Libby, Hoopla, and the Palace Project – explore museums and local attractions with a discount library pass – learn a new language with Mango and hone your purchasing options with Consumer Reports – check out some fun from our Video Game and Toy Lending Library collections – peruse our Library of Things for anything from a Slushi machine to a power washer – borrow materials from any public library in the state, in person or through interlibrary loan – manage your library account from home – and of course: browse our own collection of materials for all ages! Killingworth residents applying for their first library card in September will receive a token gift (certificates for children, pens for older patrons), and are welcome to join us at a Library Card Holder craft program on September 30^th (please register to reserve your spot). Whether you’re new to town or just haven’t had a chance to visit us yet, stop by and see what we have to offer. Applying for a card is free, and the benefits are a wealth of riches!

Annual Book Sale – Saturday, September 12^th, 9:00am-2:00pm. We have a year’s worth of donated books of all genres, for all ages, as well as large print, puzzles, and games! The sale will be held rain or shine, with the selection set up in the library’s meeting room (and on the lawn, weather-permitting). All proceeds benefit the Killingworth Library Association.
If you would like to donate to our sale: please bring items to the circulation desk during library open hours. Materials must be in good salable condition – no mold, tears, chews, minimal underlining; no textbooks or encyclopedias please. We may stop taking donations about a week before the sale, to allow time for sorting and organization. Thanks!

Johnny Tremain All-Ages Book Discussion – Join us as we discuss the adventures and themes of the historical fiction classic Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes. The program will be held in October (date to be determined), but extra copies of the book will be available for checkout at the circulation desk starting in September. Young readers, families, and seniors are all invited to attend. Following the discussion, participants can enjoy history-themed activity tables to learn more about the Revolutionary time period. Space is limited, so please register in advance.

Holiday Closing
The library will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day.

Programs

Tales for Tots – Starts Tuesday, September 1^st, 10:30am-11:15am. Storytime for little ones with Mrs. Fig! We’ll hear some stories, wiggle and move, and foster a love of reading by engaging the audience with props and puppets. For children ages birth through age 5. Please register in advance.

Library Renewal with Stephen Watson – Tuesday, September 1^st, 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.

Tiny Thinkers – starts Wednesday, September 2^nd, 10:00am-10:45am. We’ll start each session with a story, then try a STEM/STEAM activity to broaden our tiny thinkers’ learning! Suitable for toddlers through kindergarteners. Please register in advance.

Adult Movie Night – Wednesday, September 2^nd, 6:00pm-8:00pm. 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.

Minecraft Club for Tweens – Thursdays: September 3^rd, 10^th, and 24^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.

American Girl Doll Club – Tuesday, September 8^th, 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 Samantha Parkington and life in the early 1900s. Please register in advance, and contact the library if your child has any food allergies.

Tuesday Trivia – Tuesday, September 8^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.

Tweens Writing – Starts Friday, September 11^th, 4:00pm-5:15pm. This program is an opportunity for children ages 9-12 years old to share their writing with peers. Based in a workshop mode, each writer has an opportunity to share their work and receive feedback (although sharing is always optional). This fall, writing will include short stories, legends of horror, and poetry. A formal reading is planned for January. This program runs from September to December. It’s very popular, so please register for each session that you can attend.

Tween D&D: Campaign One – Starts Saturday, September 12^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 September 12th to October 17th. Signing up for the first session will automatically sign you up for all six weeks, so please be sure that you have availability.

Surprise Saturday – starts Saturday, September 12^th, 11:00am-12:00pm. We will kick off our time together with a story, then do a craft, try an experiment, or explore a STEM/STEAM activity! What’s it going to be? Come and see! Suitable for children grades 3 and under. Space and supplies are limited, so please register in advance.

Pajama Storytime – Tuesday, September 22^nd, 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. She will engage readers with sound effects, movement, and puppets. Family members of all ages are welcome, but please register in advance.

LEGO STEM Club – Tuesday, September 22^nd, 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 an air-powered vehicle. Space is limited, so please register in advance.

The 93^rd Anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps: the History of Camp Roosevelt at Chatfield Hollow – Tuesday, September 22^nd, 6:00pm-7:00pm. Discover the fascinating history of Camp Roosevelt and the work of the young men of the CCC, as they undertook projects at Hammonasset Beach; built a huge dam on Chatfield Hollow Brook creating Schreeder Pond; and built hiking trails, park roads, and the Oak Lodge nature museum. The camp closed on March 31, 1937. Speaker Marty Podskoch is a retired teacher and the author of 12 books on the history of the CCC and Adirondacks. He also writes a weekly column called “Adirondack Stories” for five Adirondack newspapers, and has written three New England travel books. Marty’s book on the 35 CCC Camps in Vermont will be published in 2026. Copies of his books will be available for purchase at the event. Space is limited for this event, so please register in advance.

Diamond Art – Thursday, September 24^th, 4:00pm-5:00pm. Do you like things that sparkle, and love to craft? Choose a cute animal diamond art kit and bedazzle it with your own stylus and gems! This is a perfect way to cultivate your child’s concentration and enhance their color-matching ability. Suitable for children in grades 3 and up. Supplies are limited (we can’t accommodate walk-ins), so please register to reserve your space.

Music with Margie – starts Friday, September 25^th, 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.

Library Card Holder Craft – Wednesday, September 30^th, 4;30pm-5:30pm. As a final celebration of Library Card Signup Month, you’re invited to create a felt Library Card Holder with lanyard! Show the world that you’re an official library patron! All supplies will be provided. Suitable for all family members. Supplies are limited, so please register in advance.