Spooky Stories and S'mores

Presenting the Parkville Neighborhood Plan

Wed, Sep 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the... more

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the materials. No registration required.

Macrame Key Chain

Wed, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Barbour Library

Learn how to knot cord in decorative patterns by creating a key chain. If interested, please call Irene to register, 860-695-7401.

Wed, Sep 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dwight Library

Calling all Parkville residents! Stop by to share your feedback on the Parkville Neighborhood Plan, and as a thank-you, take a spin on... more

Calling all Parkville residents! Stop by to share your feedback on the Parkville Neighborhood Plan, and as a thank-you, take a spin on our prize wheel!

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your... more

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your ideas to life in this hands-on workshop.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Quiet Library Club - Ages 6-12 & 13-19

Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Join Ms. Katherine for quiet music, art and meditation activities.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Join us for a craft or art activity. On the 17th visit for a special Hispanic Heritage Month craft.

Thinking Money For Kids

Wed, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 6-12. Join us for a children’s financial literacy program where children will learn about earning, spending, and saving.

Wed, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Are you a fan of anime/manga? Join the library every Wednesday for our Anime Club!

Wed, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Job Skills Class

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Join us to brush up on your job skills!

Meet the Librarian!

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Dwight Library

Join us in giving a big, warm welcome to our new Youth Librarian! We’re kicking off the fun with games, crafts, and a chance to win... more

Join us in giving a big, warm welcome to our new Youth Librarian! We’re kicking off the fun with games, crafts, and a chance to win prizes.

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing... more

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing their artistic skills.

Quiet Coloring - Ages 6-12

Thu, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Thu, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Join us every other Thursday for a relaxing coloring activity.

Back to School Night

Thu, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Get ready for a fun-filled evening as we kick off the school year!

S'more Fun

Thu, Sep 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Cafe,Park Branch Courtyard

Ages 6 - 19 Hang out with friends and family and make some smores in our outdoor patio for an evening of fun

Somatic Abolition & Mindfulness Series - w/Kamora's Cultural Corner

Thu, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Kamora's Cultural Corner - 75 Sterling St Hartford

Join us for a transformative wellness series that explores somatic abolition and mindfulness through movement, meditation, and community... more

Join us for a transformative wellness series that explores somatic abolition and mindfulness through movement, meditation, and community healing.

ServSafe Food Handler - Training toward ServSafe certification

Thu, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Training toward the ServSafe Food Handler certification

Rhythm Storytime

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Sing, move, and groove while listening to stories in this fun and interactive program for little ones.

Fall Themed Cooking Demo - Shoprite joins us for a cooking demonstration

Fri, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albany Library

They're back again! Shoprite will be sharing fall themed recipes with us at your neighborhood library locations. Registration is Required.

First Friday with Advocacy to Legacy - All Ages

Fri, Sep 05, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Albany Library

Join Advocacy to Legacy for some pizza!

Fri, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Stitching History - A FREE Stitching Program

Fri, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and... more

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and discover new games!

Book Nook - All ages.

Fri, Sep 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Check out books for your child’s weekend reading and pick up a fun activity kit!

Wednesday Premiere Party

Fri, Sep 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Barbour Library

She’s back! Join Barbour Library for a creepy and kooky event celebrating the return of Wednesday!

Rescheduled

Will It Waffle?

Fri, Sep 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

New date Monday, September 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Barbour Library

Think outside the (waffle) box! Join us as we put unexpected foods to the ultimate test — the waffle iron.

Thinking Money For Kids

Fri, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 6-12. Join us for a children’s financial literacy program where children will learn about earning, spending, and saving.

Board Game Bonanza

Fri, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Bring Your Friends and make new ones playing a variety of board games. For teens. Siblings welcome with caregiver

Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Downtown - Atrium

Hartford Stitch joins us as a part of their America’s Tapestry project. Lend your hand in stitching a panel that represents... more

Hartford Stitch joins us as a part of their America’s Tapestry project. Lend your hand in stitching a panel that represents Connecticut as one of the original 13 colonies.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Sat, Sep 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about... more

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about banking and managing finances. Registration is required.

Sat, Sep 06, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

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Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Sat, Sep 06, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown

Testing in the Pearson VUE Test Center by registration only

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Mon, Sep 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Sep 08, 9:30am - 3:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. Registration in advance required.

Storytime for Littles: Autumn

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Library

Join us for stories, rhymes and fingerplays!

Vegetarian Boards

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Create a fall themed charcuterie board.

This event is full

Mastering Marketing & Budgeting For Small Business Successs - Presented by Woman's Business Development Council

Mon, Sep 08, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual

2-Part Workshop on Monday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 10 from 12:00 to 1:30pm and Q&A/Homework Review on Monday, September 22... more

2-Part Workshop on Monday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 10 from 12:00 to 1:30pm and Q&A/Homework Review on Monday, September 22 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Will It Waffle?

Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Barbour Library

Think outside the (waffle) box! Join us as we put unexpected foods to the ultimate test — the waffle iron.

Activities with April - Ages 6-12

Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

9/8 we will be making School Year Vision Boards 9/22 we will be doing Journal Decorating

Mon, Sep 08, 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join Ms. Linda at the Ropkins Library to explore your creativity with a seasonal weekly craft!

Thinking Money For Kids

Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 6-12. Join us for a children’s financial literacy program where children will learn about earning, spending, and saving.

Lil' Builders' Club

Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Have fun building your own creation while working on STEM and motor skills with a rotation of building materials. For children 0-10... more

Have fun building your own creation while working on STEM and motor skills with a rotation of building materials. For children 0-10 with caregiver, siblings Welcome

Veterans Rights and Benefits Workshop

Mon, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

On site assistance for housing, home buying, healthy living, and family life!

Mon, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Back to School Storytime

Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Camp Field Library

Learn literacy skills with your little one with stories, songs, and fun! For children 0-5 with a caregiver

Fabulous Fall Basket

Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Camp Field Library

Welcome Autumn! Embrace the season of change and create your own fall floral basket arrangement. Seating is limited; registration is... more

Welcome Autumn! Embrace the season of change and create your own fall floral basket arrangement. Seating is limited; registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun,... more

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun, hands-on digital art workshop.

Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for STEM through hands-on activities and exploration.

Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Whisk & Wonder: Pancake Tacos

Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Have fun making unique creations with our different building kits.

Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Stop by Barbour Library for our first Whisk & Wonder program!

Craft Corner

Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles to create a rotating craft each week! For ages 6-12, siblings welcome

Tue, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

English for All - Online study support for adult English learners

Wed, Sep 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Sep 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Online English study support for adult speakers of other languages

Little Explorer's Storytime - Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.

Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Join Ms. Katherine to explore the wonders of the world with stories, songs and hands-on fun!

Somatic Abolition & Mindfulness Series - w/Kamora's Cultural Corner in the Community Room

Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Albany Library - Community Room

Join us for a transformative wellness series that explores somatic abolition and mindfulness through movement, meditation, and community... more

Join us for a transformative wellness series that explores somatic abolition and mindfulness through movement, meditation, and community healing.

Tales and Tunes

Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 5 and under with parents/caregivers. Visit the library for storytime that will have music and sound effects followed by an activity!

Pour Painting with Wilma

Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Downtown - YOUmedia

Make your own pour painting!

This event is full

Everyday Tech: Learn to use your device! - Adult Learning @ Ropkins

Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Tech Tips & Tricks — Smart Skills for Everyday Life!

This event is full

Rescheduled

Back to School Storytime

Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

New date Tuesday, September 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Camp Field Library

Learn literacy skills with your little one with stories, songs, and fun! For children 0-5 with a caregiver

Mastering Marketing & Budgeting For Small Business Successs - Presented by Woman's Business Development Council

Wed, Sep 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual

2-Part Workshop on Monday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 10 from 12:00 to 1:30pm and Q&A/Homework Review on Monday, September 22... more

2-Part Workshop on Monday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 10 from 12:00 to 1:30pm and Q&A/Homework Review on Monday, September 22 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

Wed, Sep 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the... more

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the materials. No registration required.

Bingo

Wed, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barbour Library

Join the camaraderie and gaming spirit for several rounds of Bingo!

Wed, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Wed, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your... more

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your ideas to life in this hands-on workshop.

Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.

Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Aeroponic Garden Club - All Ages

Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Stop by the library to help care for our aeroponics garden towers. Learn about the different plants we’re growing, and have a taste of... more

Stop by the library to help care for our aeroponics garden towers. Learn about the different plants we’re growing, and have a taste of some different herbs and veggies from the towers!

Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Join us for a craft or art activity. On the 17th visit for a special Hispanic Heritage Month craft.

Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Are you a fan of anime/manga? Join the library every Wednesday for our Anime Club!

Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Introduction To Artificial Intelligence - A Life-Changing Session

Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Sep 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Join us for a session on artificial intelligence, and discover how it's changing our world!

Reading for Change - James: A Novel - with Dr. Lucinda Canty

Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Vritual - Virtual

Reading for Change is Stowe Center’s book club where we discuss works that embody the values of literary activism.

Wed, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Fun with the Cricut: Mug Decorating

Thu, Sep 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Cafe

Decorate a mug using the Cricut machine.

This event is full

Everyday Tech

Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Camp Field Library

Are you interested in improving your basic computer skills, learning how to navigate tech tools or earning a Northstar Digital... more

Are you interested in improving your basic computer skills, learning how to navigate tech tools or earning a Northstar Digital Certificate? If so, call 860-695-7440 to register for this workshop.

Connecticut Foodshare Distribution

Thu, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Barbour Library

Come for a free bag of groceries. Helpful information regularly tabled by various organizations.

Thu, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing... more

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing their artistic skills.

Thu, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Tech Classes

Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Join us for hands-on computer basics lessons for adults. All experience levels welcomed, beginners encouraged! No registration necessary.

Clay Creations

Thu, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 6 - 12 Use Crayola’s Model Magic clay to sculpt and create your own creations! Make sure to visit us the following week on... more

Ages 6 - 12 Use Crayola’s Model Magic clay to sculpt and create your own creations! Make sure to visit us the following week on September 18th to paint your creations!

Mayor's Community Office Hours

Thu, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Come sit down with Mayor Arulampalam and share your ideas, concerns, and hopes for Hartford!

Family Sensory Storytime - Youth Program Room

Fri, Sep 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 5 and under with parents/caregivers. A fun read-along Sensory Storytime for families with young children. Enjoy stories, music,... more

Ages 5 and under with parents/caregivers. A fun read-along Sensory Storytime for families with young children. Enjoy stories, music, rhymes, and fingerplays.

Fun Fridays - All Ages

Fri, Sep 12, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

9/12 - Movie Day 9/26 - Bingo Day

Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

ESL Classes - ESL for adult students

Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and... more

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and discover new games!

Book Nook - All ages.

Fri, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Check out books for your child’s weekend reading and pick up a fun activity kit!

Sat, Sep 13, 9:30am - 1:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Sat, Sep 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about... more

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about banking and managing finances. Registration is required.

Sat, Sep 13, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Mon, Sep 15, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Sep 15, 9:30am - 3:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. Registration in advance required.

Mon, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Financial Literacy Games - Ages 6-12

Mon, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Mon, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Visit the library to play a variety of financial literacy games.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: Family Fiesta!

Mon, Sep 15, 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join Ms. Linda at the Ropkins Library to explore your creativity with a seasonal weekly craft!

Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Join us for a vibrant celebration of Hispanic culture, art, and traditions at the library!

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

Mon, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

National Voter Registration Day

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Barbour Library

Visit us during our registration drive, or at any other time, to register to vote, change your address, or look up your polling place. ... more

Visit us during our registration drive, or at any other time, to register to vote, change your address, or look up your polling place. Enjoy a sweet treat!

National Voter Registration Day

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Visit us during our registration drive, or at any other time, to register to vote, change your address, or look up your polling place.

Everyday Tech - Voter Registration

Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dwight Library

Stop by for Everyday Tech! This month’s session covers voter registration—how to find trusted sites, register or check your status... more

Stop by for Everyday Tech! This month’s session covers voter registration—how to find trusted sites, register or check your status online, and locate your polling place.

Storytime - Ages 0-5

Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Albany Library

Join us for stories, songs, early literacy tips, and more.

Everyday Tech - Voter Registration

Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dwight Library

Stop by for Everyday Tech! This month’s session covers voter registration—how to find trusted sites, register or check your status... more

Stop by for Everyday Tech! This month’s session covers voter registration—how to find trusted sites, register or check your status online, and locate your polling place.

Tue, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun,... more

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun, hands-on digital art workshop.

Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for STEM through hands-on activities and exploration.

Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Have fun making unique creations with our different building kits.

Celebrate Play Dough Day

Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Drop by the Barbour Library to play with some play dough!

Camp Field Fall Fest

Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

For all ages, join us for a fall-time snack, craft, and tons more fun!

Camp Field Fall Fest

Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Come and join us in our Camp Field Library Fall Fest to welcome autumn. Enjoy family friendly activities, snack on homemade applesauce,... more

Come and join us in our Camp Field Library Fall Fest to welcome autumn. Enjoy family friendly activities, snack on homemade applesauce, and register for a library card. All ages are welcome!

Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

Books & Brews

Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

J Under the Dome

Join Hartford Public Library for a spirited evening of library fun and community connection. Enjoy live music and refreshments. Register

English for All - Online study support for adult English learners

Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Online English study support for adult speakers of other languages

STEM Storytime: Color Play - Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.

Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Bring your little ones and come explore a world of color with The Children’s Museum! We’ll read a colorful book and explore color... more

Bring your little ones and come explore a world of color with The Children’s Museum! We’ll read a colorful book and explore color with fun hands-on activities!

Everyday Tech: Learn to use your device! - Adult Learning @ Ropkins

Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Tech Tips & Tricks — Smart Skills for Everyday Life!

This event is full

Fall Themed Cooking Demonstration

Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dwight Library

They're back again! ShopRite will be sharing fall themed recipes with us at your neighborhood library locations.

Ask Away with Amber and Aden

Wed, Sep 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the... more

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the materials. No registration required.

Zumba

Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barbour Library

Get moving with this fun high energy fitness class

Wed, Sep 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Learn about important health topics and develop life skills in a safe, supportive environment.

Wed, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Wed, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your... more

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your ideas to life in this hands-on workshop.

Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.

Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Join us for a craft or art activity. On the 17th visit for a special Hispanic Heritage Month craft.

Passport to Mexico - All Ages

Wed, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Are you a fan of anime/manga? Join the library every Wednesday for our Anime Club!

Wed, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Join us for a journey to Mexico through stories, a pinata craft and fresh guacamole making!

Mini Canvases

Wed, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Cafe

Ages 13-19 Paint and design your own mini canvases!

Wed, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sensory Storytime: Pumpkins

Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Library

Join us for engaging stories, rhymes, and fingerplays designed to be inclusive of neurodiverse attendees.

Everyday Tech Help

Thu, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barbour Library

Get your computer and smart phone questions answered. Computer training to earn a certificate is also available.

Job Skills Class

Thu, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Join us to brush up on your job skills!

Thu, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing... more

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing their artistic skills.

Quiet Coloring - Ages 6-12

Thu, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Thu, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Join us every other Thursday for a relaxing coloring activity.

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

Clay Creations

Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 6 - 12 Use Crayola’s Model Magic clay to sculpt and create your own creations! Make sure to visit us the following week on... more

Ages 6 - 12 Use Crayola’s Model Magic clay to sculpt and create your own creations! Make sure to visit us the following week on September 18th to paint your creations!

From Page to Plate - A Cookbook Club

Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

Talk like a Pirate Day!

Fri, Sep 19, All day

Dwight Library

Ahoy mateys! On Talk like a Pirate Day, scour the library to find the crew member marked with an X. Give ’em your best pirate talk,... more

Ahoy mateys! On Talk like a Pirate Day, scour the library to find the crew member marked with an X. Give ’em your best pirate talk, and ye shall be rewarded with treasure!

Rhythm Storytime

Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Sing, move, and groove while listening to stories in this fun and interactive program for little ones.

Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Albany Library

From Page to Plate meets monthly to try a different recipes from the same cookbook for 3 months. Then we'll pick a new cookbook and do... more

From Page to Plate meets monthly to try a different recipes from the same cookbook for 3 months. Then we'll pick a new cookbook and do it all over again.

This event is full

Fun Fridays - Ages 6-12

Fri, Sep 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Albany Library

Come to the library to play different board games with your friends.

Fri, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

ESL Classes - ESL for adult students

Fri, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and... more

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and discover new games!

Book Nook - All ages.

Fri, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Check out books for your child’s weekend reading and pick up a fun activity kit!

Celebrate Pura Belpre

Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Join us for a magical night celebrating the life and legacy of Pura Belpré—the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, a... more

Join us for a magical night celebrating the life and legacy of Pura Belpré—the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, a beloved storyteller, and a champion of culture and community.

Board Game Bonanza

Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Bring Your Friends and make new ones playing a variety of board games. For teens. Siblings welcome with caregiver

Sat, Sep 20, 9:30am - 1:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Sat, Sep 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about... more

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about banking and managing finances. Registration is required.

Sat, Sep 20, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Hartford Reads In Color - The Roots of a Tree: The Genesis of a Conscious Conversation

Sun, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual (Zoom)

Join Nzima Hutchings and T'challa Williams of Harford's L.I.T. for their quarterly book discussions.Register

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Mon, Sep 22, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Sep 22, 9:30am - 3:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. Registration in advance required.

Hobbit Day

Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dwight Library

Celebrate Hobbit Day with a cozy presentation on hobbit lore, from life in the Shire to their love of good meals.

Punch Needle Embroidery

Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albany Library

Discover the relaxing and creative world of punch needle embroidery! In this hands on workshop, you'll learn the basics of this fun and... more

Discover the relaxing and creative world of punch needle embroidery! In this hands on workshop, you'll learn the basics of this fun and beginner friendly fiber art technique.

This event is full

Family Storytime - Mindful Monday

Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Atrium

Join us for a mindful Storytime that supports young children and their BIG feelings.

Storytime for Littles: Celebrate Wildlife!

Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Library

Ages 5 and under with parents/caregivers. Join us for stories, rhymes and fingerplays.

Mon, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Activities with April - Ages 6-12

Mon, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Mon, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

9/8 we will be making School Year Vision Boards 9/22 we will be doing Journal Decorating

Mon, Sep 22, 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join Ms. Linda at the Ropkins Library to explore your creativity with a seasonal weekly craft!

Study Skills & Snacks

Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Not a fan of boring study sessions? Same.

Lil' Builders' Club

Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Have fun building your own creation while working on STEM and motor skills with a rotation of building materials. For children 0-10... more

Have fun building your own creation while working on STEM and motor skills with a rotation of building materials. For children 0-10 with caregiver, siblings Welcome

Mon, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Storytime with Ms. Linda - Ages 2-5 with Parents/Caregivers

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 10:15am

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Explore the World of Books and Music & Movement Storytime with Ms. Linda

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Ciencias en las Noticias

Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dwight Library

La serie «Ciencias en las Noticias» de Yale cuenta con la participación de estudiantes de posgrado e investigadores que explican... more

La serie «Ciencias en las Noticias» de Yale cuenta con la participación de estudiantes de posgrado e investigadores que explican temas complejos.

Storytime - Ages 0-5

Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Albany Library

Join us for stories, songs, early literacy tips, and more.

Toddler Tuesday

Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Barbour Library

Introducing Toddler Tuesdays!

Bingo, Books & Brews

Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

This unique series combines the excitement of bingo with the sophistication of a curated tea tasting, offering a perfect blend of fun... more

This unique series combines the excitement of bingo with the sophistication of a curated tea tasting, offering a perfect blend of fun and relaxation.

Tue, Sep 23, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Tue, Sep 23, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Tue, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun,... more

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun, hands-on digital art workshop.

Tue, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Tue, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for STEM through hands-on activities and exploration.

Teen Anime Movie Showing

Tue, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

Ages 13 - 19. Hey teens! Join us at the Park Street Library for a showing of the anime movie, "A Silent Voice." There will also be other... more

Ages 13 - 19. Hey teens! Join us at the Park Street Library for a showing of the anime movie, "A Silent Voice." There will also be other fun activities and crafts to do during the movie.

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Tue, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Have fun making unique creations with our different building kits.

Loco For Legos

Tue, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Every month, we will meet to build our own Lego creations.

Craft Corner

Tue, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles to create a rotating craft each week! For ages 6-12, siblings welcome

Tue, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

English for All - Online study support for adult English learners

Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Online English study support for adult speakers of other languages

Job Fair

Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Join us at the 2025 Career Job Fair, where opportunity meets ambition!

Little Explorer's Storytime - Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.

Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Join Ms. Katherine to explore the wonders of the world with stories, songs and hands-on fun!

Tales and Tunes

Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 5 and under with parents/caregivers. Visit the library for storytime that will have music and sound effects followed by an activity!

Everyday Tech: Learn to use your device! - Adult Learning @ Ropkins

Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Tech Tips & Tricks — Smart Skills for Everyday Life!

This event is full

Zumba

Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Get moving With this fun, high energy fitness class.

Wed, Sep 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the... more

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the materials. No registration required.

Wed, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Wed, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your... more

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your ideas to life in this hands-on workshop.

Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.

Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Join us for a craft or art activity. On the 17th visit for a special Hispanic Heritage Month craft.

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Wed, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Are you a fan of anime/manga? Join the library every Wednesday for our Anime Club!

Wed, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

RHYTHM, ROOTS AND RENEWAL/RITMO, RAÍCES, Y RENOVACIÓN - A MOVEMENT JOURNEY FOR EVERY BODY TYPE

Wed, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Downtown

Join movement coaches Sistah Anyango of The FLYY Movement and Karla of Sudor Taino Fitness for fun, health, and healing movement... more

Join movement coaches Sistah Anyango of The FLYY Movement and Karla of Sudor Taino Fitness for fun, health, and healing movement experiences for all bodies and abilities.

Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Silent Book Club - @Ropkins Library

Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Read whatever you want!

Thu, Sep 25, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Crafternoon: Perler Beads

Thu, Sep 25, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Get creative with colorful Perler beads to make unique designs

Connecticut Foodshare Distribution

Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Barbour Library

Come for a free bag of groceries. Helpful information regularly tabled by various organizations.

Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing... more

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing their artistic skills.

Roll & Refresh: Game Night

Thu, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Tech Classes

Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Join us for hands-on computer basics lessons for adults. All experience levels welcomed, beginners encouraged! No registration necessary.

Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Bring your best moves and your thirst for fun!

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown Library - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

Perler Bead Magnets - Ages 6-12

Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dwight Library

Create your own perler bead magnets. What cool designs can you come up with?

Perler Beads

Thu, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 6-12. Create your own perler bead magnets. What cool designs can you come up with?

Mindful-ing - The Four Agreements

Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

Fri, Sep 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Join M-R Sunshine for a mindfulness program that combines mindful reading and yoga!

Family Sensory Storytime - Youth Program Room

Fri, Sep 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Downtown

Ages 5 and under with parents/caregivers. A fun read-along Sensory Storytime for families with young children. Enjoy stories, music,... more

Ages 5 and under with parents/caregivers. A fun read-along Sensory Storytime for families with young children. Enjoy stories, music, rhymes, and fingerplays.

Fun Fridays - All Ages

Fri, Sep 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

9/12 - Movie Day 9/26 - Bingo Day

Fri, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Fri, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and... more

Explore new worlds in VR. Play games like Creed Boxing, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and discover new games!

Bilingual Loteria Game

Fri, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Barbour Library

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a few games of Loteria!

Hartford Book Festival

Sat, Sep 27, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

The Hartford Book Festival at Hartford Public Library.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Sat, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about... more

Join us for 6 Saturday's in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about banking and managing finances. Registration is required.

Sat, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Mon, Sep 29, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Sep 29, 9:30am - 3:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. Registration in advance required.

Family Storytime: - I Love Sign

Mon, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Enjoy a special interactive storytime that introduces children to the basics of American Sign Language (ASL).

Books & Bites: Cafe Con Lychee

Mon, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Mon, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Barbour Library

Love stories and snacks? Join our new Books & Bites Book Club just for teens!

Financial Literacy Games - Ages 6-12

Mon, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Mon, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Visit the library to play a variety of financial literacy games.

Mon, Sep 29, 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join Ms. Linda at the Ropkins Library to explore your creativity with a seasonal weekly craft!

3D Pens

Mon, Sep 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Ages 6 -19 Have fun experimenting and creating different designs using a 3D pen.

Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Storytime - Ages 0-5

Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Albany Library

Join us for stories, songs, early literacy tips, and more.

Tue, Sep 30, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Tue, Sep 30, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Tue, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun,... more

Unleash your creativity with Procreate! Learn to design comic characters, build storyboards, and animate frame by frame in this fun, hands-on digital art workshop.

Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for STEM through hands-on activities and exploration.

Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Have fun making unique creations with our different building kits.

Banned Books Movie Night

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Join us for a screening of The Hate U Give, the powerful film adaptation of one of today’s most frequently challenged books.

Craft Corner

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles to create a rotating craft each week! For ages 6-12, siblings welcome

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

DIY Teen Tote Bags - Ages 13-19

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dwight Library

Visit the library for painting and embroidering the perfect Fall accessory– small tote bags.

Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

English for All - Online study support for adult English learners

Wed, Oct 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Oct 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Online English study support for adult speakers of other languages

Everyday Tech: Learn to use your device! - Adult Learning @ Ropkins

Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Tech Tips & Tricks — Smart Skills for Everyday Life!

This event is full

Zumba

Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dwight Library

Get moving with this fun, high enerygy fitness class.

Next Steps to College - The American Place (TAP) Youth Program

Wed, Oct 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the... more

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the materials. No registration required.

Wed, Oct 01, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Homework tutoring and college prep support for teen English language learners

Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.

Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your... more

Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your ideas to life in this hands-on workshop.

Wed, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Wed, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only

Wed, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.

Wed, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 7:30pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Ages 12-19. Are you a fan of anime/manga? Join the library every Wednesday for our Anime Club!

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

Wed, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 139

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!

Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Oct 02, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Thu, Oct 02, 2:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.

Job Skills Class

Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Join us to brush up on your job skills!

Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - YOUmedia

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing... more

Explore drawing, painting, sticker-making, and more. Participants can experiment with different mediums and techniques while developing their artistic skills.

Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers

Thu, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using Library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests.

Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design... more

Ages 6-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers. Join the Children’s Museum for creative play using STEM tools and the engineering design process. Registration required.

Teen Oreo Overload

Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Cafe

Ages 13-19 Calling all teens! Are you up for the challenge to guess different oreo flavors? Join us for a fun taste test challenge to... more

Ages 13-19 Calling all teens! Are you up for the challenge to guess different oreo flavors? Join us for a fun taste test challenge to see if you know your oreo flavors.

Fall Themed Cooking Demo - Shoprite joins us for a cooking demonstration

Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141

ESL classes for speakers of other languages

Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Camp Field Library

They're back again! Shoprite will be sharing fall themed recipes with us at your neighborhood library locations. More details to come!

Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Downtown

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more

Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques to bring your musical vision to life.