Past Events

Check out previous events and activities at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group Online

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group Online

Monday, April 19
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
This group meets monthly as a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia. Join us to share practical information, feelings, needs and concerns.
Saturday Book Club

Saturday Book Club

Saturday, April 17
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Join us for a virtual discussion of the book Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachel Beanland. Contact the library to reserve a copy of this book.
10 Steps to Gardening & Inner Peace

10 Steps to Gardening & Inner Peace

Thursday, April 15
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Learn ten steps to help examine stressful gardening habits and expectations, focus on what is important, and take a deep breath and chill.
Sit & Knit

Sit & Knit

Thursday, April 15
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Join us in front of the library for a relaxing session of knitting and good company—six feet apart, of course.
Spice It Up! Star Anise

Spice It Up! Star Anise

Wednesday, April 14
Try out a new spice each month! April’s kit includes whole star anise, a cinnamon stick, information sheets and a few recipes to try.
Swing Into Spring with Turtle Dance Music! (Live Zoom Program)

Swing Into Spring with Turtle Dance Music! (Live Zoom Program)

Wednesday, April 14
2:00 pm to 2:40 pm
This show engages children with comedy, swing music, jazz music, “March”-ing songs, poems, bubbles, music technology, and children’s stories that foster literacy, storytelling, and a lifelong love of your library!
House History: Accessing Land Records

House History: Accessing Land Records

Monday, April 12
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Learn how to navigate Connecticut’s land records so that you can determine who once owned your property.
FULL Grab & Go Activity Kit: Spring Wreath (Gr. K-5)

FULL Grab & Go Activity Kit: Spring Wreath (Gr. K-5)

Monday, April 12
10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Make your own beautiful spring wreath! (Gr. K-5)
Grab and Go Kit: Blackout Poetry (Gr. 3 to 6)

Grab and Go Kit: Blackout Poetry (Gr. 3 to 6)

Monday, April 12
10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Get creative and artsy by creating your own nature-inspired blackout poetry in celebration of National Poetry Month and Earth Day! (Gr. 3 to 6)
FULL Grab & Go Kit: Tie-Dye T-Shirt Tote Bag (Gr. 6 and up)

FULL Grab & Go Kit: Tie-Dye T-Shirt Tote Bag (Gr. 6 and up)

Monday, April 12
10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Looking to make the perfect bag for school, the library, or anywhere in between? Create your own tie-dye tote bag using a t-shirt! 
Book Bingo Spring Reading Challenge

Book Bingo Spring Reading Challenge

Monday, April 12 to Friday, April 30
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
We're kicking off Spring Break with one of the most popular games in the world: BINGO! Between Monday, April 12, and Friday, April 30, complete at least five squares on our Bingo Card and earn a Brag Stick, cable ring, and sticker! Every completed Bingo Card submitted will also be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Amazon gift card! 
You Really Need an Estate Plan

You Really Need an Estate Plan

Thursday, April 8
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Without an estate plan, some of your end of life decisions are dictated by the state. If you’re OK with that, you don’t need this program. But if you want to decide how your estate is divided, who is responsible for your care, and who gets custody of your children... this program is for you!
Sit & Knit

Sit & Knit

Thursday, April 8
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Join us in front of the library for a relaxing session of knitting and good company—six feet apart, of course.
Grab & Go Activity Kit: Bunny Treat Box (For Ages 2-5) - Full

Grab & Go Activity Kit: Bunny Treat Box (For Ages 2-5) - Full

Monday, April 5
10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Make and decorate your own adorable bunny treat box!  (Ages 2-5)
Take & Make Kit: Felt Bird Bookmarks

Take & Make Kit: Felt Bird Bookmarks

Thursday, April 1
Fly through your next book with an adorable felt bookmark! Project requires sharp scissors and a hot glue gun/craft glue. All other supplies are provided, and no return is required.
Home Office Ergonomics

Home Office Ergonomics

Tuesday, March 30
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Now that most of us are working from home, our workplace may not be ideal. Sometimes, the couch is the only work space available! Get tips on how to make your home office as ergonomic as possible, relieve discomfort, and reduce pain during your workday.
Trace Your Connecticut Revolutionary Roots

Trace Your Connecticut Revolutionary Roots

Monday, March 29
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Did your Connecticut ancestor support the American cause during the Revolution? Learn how to trace their service during the war, from pension files to town meeting records.
Beginner Chess with Nolan DeMott (Gr. K+) - Virtual Program

Beginner Chess with Nolan DeMott (Gr. K+) - Virtual Program

Wednesday, March 24
4:15 pm to 5:15 pm
 Learn the basics of chess!
Healthy & Decadent Desserts

Healthy & Decadent Desserts

Tuesday, March 23
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Is it possible to make decadent desserts that are... good for you? Bring your sweet tooth and join in to find out how!
FULL Grab and Go Activity Kit: Ladybug Bookmarks (Grades K-5)

FULL Grab and Go Activity Kit: Ladybug Bookmarks (Grades K-5)

Monday, March 22
10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Make your own ladybug bookmark just in time for spring!  (Gr. K-5)