Enjoy 30 minutes of rhymes, songs, and other activities for the very young, then stay (or not) for a one-hour open play group. Older siblings are welcome! No registration required.
Mondays, November 2, 9 & 16
10:30 a.m. (program); 11:00 a.m. .- 12:00 p.m. (playgroup)
Music With Margie (ages 2-5)
Made possible by the generosity of Attorney Bart Sayet and Ms. Lori Lindfors -
thank you!
Join this joy-based music and movement class with your child. Space is limited; register for one or all classes.
Mondays, November 2, 16 & 30 at 12:30 p.m.
Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3, with adult)
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and a simple craft with your child! Space is limited; register now.
Tuesdays, November 3, 10 & 17, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (ages 3-6)
Children enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft while their grownups wait in the Children's Department. Space is limited; register now.
Thursdays, November 5, 12 & 19, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Bella! Therapy Dog Extraordinaire (all ages)
Courtesy of Ms. Pepin - thank you!
Visit and read to our very favorite therapy pub, Bella. No registration required.
Saturday, November 7, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Recipe for Success (ages 8-11)
Made possible by the generosity of Attorney Bart Sayet and Ms. Lori Lindfors - thank you!
Come make and enjoy delicious "Mayflower Munch" snack mix and warm apple cider. Space is limited; register now.
Saturday, November 14, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Drop-In Craft (all ages)
Funded by the Norwich Recreation Department - thank you!
Drop in with your child and make a delightful turkey centerpiece to take home! No registration required.
Wednesday, November 18, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
O'tis a Festival (all ages)
Join us for Otis Library's 7th annual O'tis a Festival: a marketplace of all things creative. Kick off your holiday season and shop two floors of handcrafted items while enjoying a day filled with entertainment. Celebrity parking attendants will direct you to free parking, and Santa will be arriving at 11:00 a.m. to hear the kids' wish lists!
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Nutcracker Ballet Storytime: Presented by the Eastern Connecticut Ballet (all ages). Made possible by the generosity of Attorney Bart Sayet and Ms. Lori Lindfors - thank you.
All ages are welcomed to attend this magical event. Experience the wonder of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker, participate in a dance activity, take photos with the Sugar Plum Fairy, and create a special keepsake. Free and open to the public!. Space is limited and registration is required.
Monday, November 23, 4:00 p.m.
Drop-In Storytime: "Crazy About Corn" (ages 4 & up)
All things corn will be the topic of this drop-in storytime. Stories, games and corn-related activities complete the fun. No registration required.
Saturday, November 28, 11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Norwich Winterfest Parade (all ages)
Look for Otis Library at the parade!
Saturday, November 28, kicks off at 1:00 p.m. from Chelsea Parade.
Tween Book Club (grades 5-8)
Funded in part by the Norwich Recreation Department - thank you!
What happens when a much sought after secret pie crust recipe is inherited by a cat? Pick up a copy of Pie by Sarah Weeks at the Front Desk and come back Monday, November 30, for pizza, discussion, and book-related activities in the Meeting Room. Register now.
Monday, November 30, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.