Saturdays in May t 10:30 AM

All Ages Welcome!

Saturday Storytime is BACK! Come to OWL for an all ages storytime in the children's room every Saturday at 10:30 then stay to play. In addition to our puppet theater, wooden blocks, and train set, and dollhouse! We also have an ongoing Scavenger Hunt with fun prizes for winners as well as a special weekly craft for older children. And most importantly come in to browse our collection of print books, Nutmeg nominees, and Wonderbooks!

Tuesdays in May at 10:30 AM

Perfect for 0 - 12 months, but fun for everyone!

Meet us in the Children’s Room for Baby Time! This calm, cozy program is designed for pre-walkers who aren't quite ready for the high energy of Rhyme Time. We will focus on nursery rhymes, lullabies, and bonding with your baby.

The Next in this Three Part Series to Promote Positive Screen Use and Play-based Childhood

Gain the tools and support to navigate the turbulent waters of screen use and addiction.

How do parents/caregivers get help with managing screen use? Who can we turn to when things are feeling out of balance or out of control? Is screen use really an issue to be concerned about or is it overblown? Are there trends that we should be aware of happening in our community? All of these questions and more will be addressed by a panel which includes pediatricians, school social workers and other experts. Come with your questions/concerns and we will work toward solutions together.

Meet our Panelists:

Kate Litwin has practiced as a general pediatrician at Rocky Hill Pediatrics for more than 18 years. At work, she routinely counsels parents and patients regarding digital media use. At home, she is the mother of two teenagers and has, like most parents, struggled to set and enforce boundaries at the various stages of child and adolescent development. She has a particular interest in teen mental health and cares for many patients with anxiety, depression, ADHD and eating disorders.

Dr. Lucia Benzoni works in Bristol as a Pediatrician and has 34 years of experience. She lives in Litchfield and is married with five children. A lover of the outdoors, Dr. Benzoni finds joy in engaging in activities like gardening, hiking, and biking. “The struggle is real .... I went from having children that are older that did not have constant access to screens to my youngest child who had constant access.”

Sarah Bolton was born and raised in Woodbury. After graduating from Villanova University, she served a year in the Americorps program in Washington D.C., working for a non-profit agency that encourages adults experiencing homelessness to identify and achieve next steps in their lives. She then lived in New York City and New Haven, continuing her career in public service working for the City of New York and then the State of CT. She eventually made her way back to Litchfield County, settling in Litchfield ten years ago. She obtained her master's degree in social work from UConn in 2012 and has been working as a school social worker since 2013. Sarah, her husband Jay, and their two children enjoy being involved in the community.

Pizza will be served and activities will be available for kids guided by Miss Tricia!

Registration is required.

Wednesdays in May at 10:30 AM

Perfect for 18 - 36 months, but fun for everyone!

Lots of rhymes, a sprinkling of songs, and one or two shared board books round out this library program that is perfect for little ones who need to get those wiggles out. Stay to PLAY! After the rhymes, stay for some unstructured play time with other kiddos.

Thursdays in May at 10:30 AM

Perfect for 3 - 5 year olds, but fun for everyone!

Join Mrs. Tricia for a classic library storytime - books, songs, bubbles, and more! Come for early literary skills, social connections, and fun! We will focus on one special picture book author each week.

Saturdays in May t 10:30 AM

All Ages Welcome!

Saturday Storytime is BACK! Come to OWL for an all ages storytime in the children's room every Saturday at 10:30 then stay to play. In addition to our puppet theater, wooden blocks, and train set, and dollhouse! We also have an ongoing Scavenger Hunt with fun prizes for winners as well as a special weekly craft for older children. And most importantly come in to browse our collection of print books, Nutmeg nominees, and Wonderbooks!

Join us for a fun and welcoming family dinner. This free event is open to all, providing a great opportunity to connect with the community while enjoying a delicious meal.

Menu: Bill's Mobile Pizza

Litchfield County's First Health & Wellness Festival is a two-day event that will be held in July, 2025.

• July 5th at Litchfield Community Field in Litchfield, CT
• July 6th off-site activities at White Memorial Conservation Center and other locations (full program to be announced in May)

We invite health and wellness businesses and practitioners to showcase their product or service, become a sponsor, or simply get involved in bringing this event to life. Every bit of support helps and together, we can create something truly impactful. This event will be free to everyone: Litchfield County residents and outside visitors alike.

Our mission is to promote holistic well-being by encouraging a comprehensive approach to health that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. We strive to empower individuals to cultivate balance and vitality in their daily lives.

Litchfield, CT

Cars for Kids Automobile Show

October 12, 2025 Rain Date: October 19, 2025

Supported by the Litchfield Hills Historical Automobile Club and the Valley Collector Car Club, the 12th Annual Cars for Kids Automobile Show will be held at CJR in Litchfield, 550 Goshen Road. 

Gates open for show cars at 8 AM. Entries are $10 per car. Dashboard plaques will be given to the first 100 paid registrants and exhibitor gift bags to the first 200 paid registrants. Judging will be from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM and more than 20 trophies will be awarded at 2:30 PM. Spectator parking opens at 10 AM. Admission is $5 per car. 

Breakfast sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecued chicken sandwiches and hot and cold beverages will be sold. A scrumptious, signature bake sale will be conducted by the Litchfield Aid of CJR.

Children and families will enjoy farm tours and hay rides. Visitors may purchase eggs, chrysanthemums, and produce, including, pumpkins, gourds and squash grown by students, at CJR’s roadside Farm Market.  Products from other vocational classes, including culinary arts, woodshop, fine and creative arts, and power technology will also be featured.

Proceeds from this event will support CJR’s care, treatment and education services for children, youth and families in locations throughout the state.

For further information about the Cars for Kids Automobile Show, please call 860-567-9423, or visit CJR’s website: www.cjrimpact.org. The rain date for this event is October 19, 2025.