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Two-Sentence Horror Story Contest Wednesday, October 1 – Friday, October 31
Write a horror story in exactly TWO sentences! Every participant will receive a custom bookmark with their best story illustrated with a photo or artwork. Multiple entries are allowed. |
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Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators Thursday, October 2 — 2:00 pm ONLINE EVENT
Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States. |
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Learn How to Play the Ukelele Tuesday, October 7 — 6:30 pm REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Learn how to play the ukulele with Julie. This one hour program covers the basics (tuning, strumming and fretting) as well as reading chord diagrams and tablature. Ukuleles provided or bring your own. This program is open to adults, teens, and children ages 10+.
Sponsored by a partnership between the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library and Berlin Social Services (Anchored in Wellness series). |
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Hilarious Halloween Magic Show Wednesday, October 8 — 6:30 pm ALL AGES
Join us as we kick off the spooky season with Tommy James, one of New England’s funniest magicians! |
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Spinal Care Workshop Thursday, October 9 — 6:30 pm
Join Dr. Charles Fogie of Roth Family Chiropractic for a presentation on restoring and maintaining the health of your spine. |
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Author Leigh Bardugo: 10 Years of Daring Heists and Lovable Outcasts in YA Fantasy Thursday, October 9 — 7:00 pm ONLINE EVENT
Join us online as we pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo, celebrating the release of her Six of Crows (The Dregs Edition). |
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From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton Tuesday, October 14 — 6:30 pm
1776 and Hamilton: two American musicals telling the story of the founding of our nation. This lecture looks at these revolutionary musicals and their contrasting visions of an American society at a crossroads. |
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Make and Take: Yarn Pumpkins Thursday, October 16 — 6:00 pm REGISTRATION REQUIRED • Registration opens October 2.
Celebrate fall with these fun and easy yarn pumpkins. |
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Berlin Land Trust Property in an Era of Forest Health Challenges Wednesday, October 22 — 6:30 pm
Join CT DEEP forester David Irvin to learn about his forestry assessments for Berlin Land Trust properties, forest health, climate change, and wildlife habitat. |
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Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai: Finding My Way Wednesday, October 22 — 7:00 pm ONLINE EVENT
Join us online to hear Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai speak about her astonishing new memoir Finding My Way. |
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“Issue the orders Sir, and I will storm Hell:” Benedict Arnold and the Invasion of Canada Monday, October 27 — 6:30 pm
Learn about Benedict Arnold, the war in late 1775, and the campaign to take Canada. |
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Writers Group Tuesday, October 28 — 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Looking for a writing community and time to work on your novel, poetry, short story, letter, or any other piece of writing? Join Writers Group on the 4th Tuesday of every month to gather with other writers. We will take dedicated time to write and then share what we’ve written (sharing is optional). |
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Author Philippa Gregory: Courtly Intrigue and Whispers as Weapons Wednesday, October 29 — 2:00 pm ONLINE EVENT
Join us online for an intriguing conversation with “Historical Fiction Queen” Philippa Gregory about her newest novel, Boleyn Traitor (forthcoming October 14, 2025). |
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M & T Money Mentor Week 1: Wednesday, October 29—6:00 pm Week 2: Wednesday, November 5—6:00 pm
In week 1, learn about the importance of credit scores and reports, how to access your credit score and report information, strategies to build and improve credit, and how to protect yourself from incorrect claims and fraud.
In week 2, learn about the different types of identity theft and fraud and how to recognize them. We’ll also cover strategies and best practices for protecting yourself and your personal information.
You do not need to attend both sessions! |
