For Children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 9:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131.

For children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 10:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

This rhymes and stories program is designed for children 2-4 years old. The children younger than 2 are also welcome, but may not benefit as much. The content includes Chinese rhymes, stories, and drawing. It focuses on encouraging children to build up good habits, developing basic math counting skills, identifying colors, shapes and animals as well as developing Chinese speaking skills. The class will be in Chinese, and with TRP, flashcards, pictures and objects. The videos will be limited, and audios of rhymes will be encouraged. For more information visit the website: Deacons@fcccc.net 'The Norwalk Public Library is not responsible for the content of this program. Presentation of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the City of Norwalk.'

Children from the ages of 3-5 years old will have fun engaging with books, songs & activities as they build their early literacy skills. No registration required, but there will be a limit of 12 children. Caregivers may wait in the Children's Department. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 x 15131.

For Children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 9:30 am. For more information please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131.

For children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 10:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

Clap, sing and dance along with Miss Deirdre and her lively and interactive music program! Limited to 45 children so stop by and get a name tag at the desk. For more information please contact NPL Children's Dept. at 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

CHOICES Medicare Counseling Two counselors from CHOICES (Connecticut 's program for Health Insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral, Counseling, Eligibility Screening) will be available to provide Medicare counseling by appointment. They are available, for appointments on the first Friday of the month. Appointments available between 10 am - 1 pm. Patrons can call or visit the Reference Desk to register 203-899-2780 x 15109

ZUMBA- Children & Parents move and groove to some fun and up beat music in this Zumba class run by Karen for children ages 3-12 and their parents! No registration required but the program is limited to the first 80 people who arrive. Bring some water to stay hydrated. The series is generously sponsored by the Norwalk Public Library Board Of Trustees. For more information please call NPL Children's Dept. 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

Mrs. Ford leads a privileged life. From her cottage on the coast of Watch Hill, Rhode Island. Susan Ford keeps it under control. Early one morning in the summer of 2014, the past pays a call to collect. The FBI arrives to question her about a man from Iraq—a Chaldean Christian from Mosul—where ISIS has just seized control. Sammy Fakhouri, they say, is his name and they have taken him into custody, picked up on his way to her house.Back in the summer of 1979, on the outskirts of a declining Detroit, college coed Susan meets charismatic and reckless Annie. They are an unlikely pair of friends, but they each see something in the other—something they’d like to possess. Studious Susan is a moth to the flame that is Annie. Together, the girls navigate the minefields of a down-market disco where they work their summer jobs. Susan and A light lunch will be provided by the Library. For additional information, Please contact Cynde Bloom Lahey 203-899-2780 x 15133 or email clahey@norwalkpl.

For Children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 9:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131.

For children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 10:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

This rhymes and stories program is designed for children 2-4 years old. The children younger than 2 are also welcome, but may not benefit as much. The content includes Chinese rhymes, stories, and drawing. It focuses on encouraging children to build up good habits, developing basic math counting skills, identifying colors, shapes and animals as well as developing Chinese speaking skills. The class will be in Chinese, and with TRP, flashcards, pictures and objects. The videos will be limited, and audios of rhymes will be encouraged. For more information visit the website: Deacons@fcccc.net 'The Norwalk Public Library is not responsible for the content of this program. Presentation of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the City of Norwalk.'

Children from the ages of 3-5 years old will have fun engaging with books, songs & activities as they build their early literacy skills. No registration required, but there will be a limit of 12 children. Caregivers may wait in the Children's Department. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 x 15131.

For Children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 9:30 am. For more information please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131.

For children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 10:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

This class is Christian Bible Stories in Chinese for 2-5 years. It includes the Bible stories of creation, Noah's Ark... All the vocabulary, picture and rhymes will be closely related to the Bible stories. This will be a good opportunity to know about Christianity and adopt Chinese language skills. For more information go to website: www.fcccc.net 'The Norwalk Public Library is not responsible for the content of this program. Presentation of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the City of Norwalk.”

ZUMBA- Children & Parents move and groove to some fun and up beat music in this Zumba class run by Karen for children ages 3-12 and their parents! No registration required but the program is limited to the first 80 people who arrive. Bring some water to stay hydrated. The series is generously sponsored by the Norwalk Public Library Board Of Trustees. For more information please call NPL Children's Dept. 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

Writing Inspired by WPA Art During the 1930's, Connecticut artists created paintings and murals as part of the Federal Works Progress Administration program. These works of art were displayed across the state in libraries, schools, hospitals and other public spaces. New and experienced writers will be inspired by these forgotten paintings to write short stories, personal essays or poetry. Learn about the Connecticut artists and their WPA works of art created during hard times in this six-week adult writing program led by author and writing teacher, Kim Kovach. Registration is required.

For Children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 9:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131.

For children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 10:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

Children from the ages of 3-5 years old will have fun engaging with books, songs & activities as they build their early literacy skills. No registration required, but there will be a limit of 12 children. Caregivers may wait in the Children's Department. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 x 15131.

Third talk in our Gardening Lecture Series with Patrick Comins is executive director of the Connecticut Audubon Society. He is a graduate of Trinity College in Hartford and has worked in the bird conservation field for over 20 years. Patrick began his career with the Connecticut Audubon Society undertaking bird surveys at the McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, and served as the director of bird conservation for Audubon Connecticut for nearly 17 years before coming to the Connecticut Audubon Society. He is a past president of the Connecticut Ornithological Association. He is a member of the Connecticut Forest Practices Advisory Board, a position appointed by the Governor and a founding member and past chair of the Friends of the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge. Light Refreshments will be provided by the Library. To register for this event, please email Sally Nacker at snacker@norwalkpl.org

This class is Christian Bible Stories in Chinese for 2-5 years. It includes the Bible stories of creation, Noah's Ark... All the vocabulary, picture and rhymes will be closely related to the Bible stories. This will be a good opportunity to know about Christianity and adopt Chinese language skills. For more information go to website: www.fcccc.net 'The Norwalk Public Library is not responsible for the content of this program. Presentation of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the City of Norwalk.”

The Gift of Rudy, Sharon Ruchman, an American classical music composer, musician and now author, chronicles the life and tragic death of her great uncle, Rudolph 'Rudy' Fuchs, an up and coming musical prodigy in the early 1930s. She looks back at her authoritarian upbringing plagued by guilt and a lack of self worth all the while discovering how tracing Rudy's past frees her musically, giving her life richness and contentment, It's a compelling story of two musical careers within the same family - Rudy's ending at the age of 25 in a plane accident and Sharon's blossoming in the 21st century after Rudy's sheet music for violin and his prized viola find their way to her. A light lunch will be provided by the Library. Please contact Cynde Bloom Lahey 203-899=2780 x 15133 or email clahey@norwalkpl.org

Families with children ages birth - 5 years old can drop in to enjoy an interactive music class with Miss Kathi! No registration required, but arrive early to ensure a spot. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext 15131.

Chess For Kids Every Saturday During the School Year Chess Instruction & play for school age children . For More Information Call 203-847-5824 'The Norwalk Public Library is not responsible for the content of this program. Presentation of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the City of Norwalk.'

Writing Inspired by WPA Art During the 1930's, Connecticut artists created paintings and murals as part of the Federal Works Progress Administration program. These works of art were displayed across the state in libraries, schools, hospitals and other public spaces. New and experienced writers will be inspired by these forgotten paintings to write short stories, personal essays or poetry. Learn about the Connecticut artists and their WPA works of art created during hard times in this six-week adult writing program led by author and writing teacher, Kim Kovach. Registration is required.

The Norwalk Public Library has become an official Passport Application Acceptance Facility. U. S. Passport applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis. 1St Time Applicants Lost/ Stolen Passports Children's Renewals (Bring a completed DS-11 Passport Application Form) Please also bring A recent Passport Photo-2X2 Valid Driver's License, State Identification Card, Employee ID or Military ID Your original Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate (Certificate will be returned to address on your DS-11 application) Passport Fees Check or money order (NO CASH) made out to the U.S. Department of State will be accepted in the amount of $110.00 for adults and $80.00 for children, and a $35.00 fee by check or money order made out to Norwalk Public Library. Passport forms. information on how to apply and more can be found on the website www.travel.state.gov. For more information, please call 203 899 2790 x 15123 or email sharris@norwalkpl.org

For Children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 9:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131.

For children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 10:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

This rhymes and stories program is designed for children 2-4 years old. The children younger than 2 are also welcome, but may not benefit as much. The content includes Chinese rhymes, stories, and drawing. It focuses on encouraging children to build up good habits, developing basic math counting skills, identifying colors, shapes and animals as well as developing Chinese speaking skills. The class will be in Chinese, and with TRP, flashcards, pictures and objects. The videos will be limited, and audios of rhymes will be encouraged. For more information visit the website: Deacons@fcccc.net 'The Norwalk Public Library is not responsible for the content of this program. Presentation of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the City of Norwalk.'

Children from the ages of 3-5 years old will have fun engaging with books, songs & activities as they build their early literacy skills. No registration required, but there will be a limit of 12 children. Caregivers may wait in the Children's Department. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 x 15131.

For Children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 9:30 am. For more information please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131.

For children ages 5 and under to enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills, followed by playtime! The program is open to all children who are able to sit quietly next to their grown up. A caregiver must be present. Limited to the first 24 children who arrive; stop by the Children's Department to pick up your name tag before 10:30 am. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

Families with children ages birth - 5 years old can drop in to enjoy an interactive music class with Miss Kathi! No registration required, but arrive early to ensure a spot. For more information, please call 203-899-2780 Ext 15131.

Chess For Kids Every Saturday During the School Year Chess Instruction & play for school age children . For More Information Call 203-847-5824 'The Norwalk Public Library is not responsible for the content of this program. Presentation of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the City of Norwalk.'

ZUMBA- Children & Parents move and groove to some fun and up beat music in this Zumba class run by Karen for children ages 3-12 and their parents! No registration required but the program is limited to the first 80 people who arrive. Bring some water to stay hydrated. The series is generously sponsored by the Norwalk Public Library Board Of Trustees. For more information please call NPL Children's Dept. 203-899-2780 Ext. 15131

The Norwalk Public Library has become an official Passport Application Acceptance Facility. U. S. Passport applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis. 1St Time Applicants Lost/ Stolen Passports Children's Renewals (Bring a completed DS-11 Passport Application Form) Please also bring A recent Passport Photo-2X2 Valid Driver's License, State Identification Card, Employee ID or Military ID Your original Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate (Certificate will be returned to address on your DS-11 application) Passport Fees Check or money order (NO CASH) made out to the U.S. Department of State will be accepted in the amount of $110.00 for adults and $80.00 for children, and a $35.00 fee by check or money order made out to Norwalk Public Library. Passport forms. information on how to apply and more can be found on the website www.travel.state.gov. For more information, please call 203 899 2790 x 15123 or email sharris@norwalkpl.org