Read to a Librarian

Mon, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you... more

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you must bring your own device.

Mon, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch for a story and a stretch!

Canceled

Mon, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Bring your music into the world with mentor guided workshops setting up and recording vocals with FL studio & Logic Pro. Ages 13-19

Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Explore the latest VR games! What's new in the metaverse? Ages 10 to 19

Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for... more

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for our Free ServSafe certification classes at the Dwight Branch.

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

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Glide to the Moon - Ages 6-12

Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Calling all Lego engineers! Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour Branch to create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Put together a shuttle glider and see it glide into the air.

Family Robotics Club FULL - K - 4th grade

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

New venue Downtown Branch - Classroom 140

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Sensory Storytime - Ages 0-7 (siblings welcome)

Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Visit Albany on alternating Tuesday's for Sensory Storytime. This program was specifically created for kids on the autism spectrum.... more

Visit Albany on alternating Tuesday's for Sensory Storytime. This program was specifically created for kids on the autism spectrum. Reach out to Librarian Katryna with any questions or requests.

Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Albany Branch

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it... more

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it on display. Ask Librarian Katryna for the challenge of the day.

Tue, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Scented Candle Jars - 6-12

Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dwight Branch

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Learn about, and use, essential oils to make scented candle in a jar.

RSCO Assistant - All Ages

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Branch

Learn to use use your smartphone, tablet or computer.

Ozobot Playtime - 6-12

Wed, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Dwight Branch

Have an amazing time color coding movement tasks for Ozobots.

Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Ropkins Branch

Get information about school choice options.

Earth Fan - Ages 6-12

Wed, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ropkins Branch

Learn about the layers of the earth by creating a fan.

Lo-Fi Days with a Librarian - Ages 6-19

Wed, Oct 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Join us in the community room for a calming hour of lo-fi music, low lights, quiet fidgets, warm tea, a quiet space to work on homework... more

Join us in the community room for a calming hour of lo-fi music, low lights, quiet fidgets, warm tea, a quiet space to work on homework or to simply relax. Homework help will also be provided.

Barbour's Craft & Create: Mini Canvas Art - All Ages

Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be making mini canvas art.

Boyfriending / Noviazgo ~ Real Boyfriend's don't Traffic - Un verdadero Novio no Trafica/

Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Camp Field Branch

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library.

Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

In this presentation, you will learn about "Boyfriending", which is one of the most common forms of sex trafficking in Connecticut.... more

In this presentation, you will learn about "Boyfriending", which is one of the most common forms of sex trafficking in Connecticut. Please join us to learn how to prevent it.

Everyday Tech Training

Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Camp Field Branch

Basic training to assist you with using your computer or device. Registration suggested; walk-ins based on availability.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month - Presentación sobre violencia doméstica y sexual

Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please join us for a special presentation brought to you by the Latino Community Services... more

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please join us for a special presentation brought to you by the Latino Community Services organization.

Canceled

Recording Sessions - Recording Sessions

Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Bring your music into the world with mentor guided workshops setting up and recording vocals with FL studio & Logic Pro. Ages 13-19

Scented Candle Jars. - Teen

Thu, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dwight Branch

Learn about and use essential oils to make scented candle in a jar.

Tween Thursdays @ Albany - Ages 8-12

Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Albany Branch

Join us on alternating Thursdays for tween only programs and a special snack.

Board Game Bonanaza - Ages 4-19

Thu, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Chutes & Ladders, Sorry!, Trouble, oh my! Come to Barbour to face off with your friends or Ms. Fe in a friendly board game competition.

NEA Big Read- ADULT African Dance Workshop - HPL presents Masem Enyong, Thanks to The NEA Big Read Grant

Thu, Oct 05, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from... more

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from the library! Every Thursday from 4:30-5:00 pm

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Albany Branch

Thanks to the National Endowment for the Arts Big Read, HPL will be reading the book "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi. The Big Read is a month... more

Thanks to the National Endowment for the Arts Big Read, HPL will be reading the book "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi. The Big Read is a month long celebration, highlighting different themes from the book.

NEA Big Read-Uncovering Their History - @ Ancient Burying Ground 60 Gold St Hartford CT

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown Branch

Uncovering Their History: Africans & African-American History in the Ancient Burying Ground Saturday, October 7 | 11am -... more

Uncovering Their History: Africans & African-American History in the Ancient Burying Ground Saturday, October 7 | 11am - 12pm Location: Ancient Burying Ground, 60 Gold Street, Hartford, CT

Family Robotics Club - 5th - 12th grade

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

LANZAMIENTO DE LIBRO JUNTO a AUTORA VERO BARRAGÁN - Hasta Que Los Cuernos Nos Separen

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

Un libro que deja un mensaje contundente para reafirmar que no estás sola y que puedes confiar en una posible reconciliación

Hartford Families Are Reaching Beyond their Neighborhood! - Ages 5 and under with parent/caregiver

Mon, Oct 09, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Lutz Children's Museum

Explore Lutz's miniature city play space, visit the museum animals, and participate in a special activity- Experience the magic of... more

Explore Lutz's miniature city play space, visit the museum animals, and participate in a special activity- Experience the magic of metamorphosis!

This event is full

Mon, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you... more

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you must bring your own device.

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch for a story and a stretch!

Canceled

Mon, Oct 09, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Bring your music into the world with mentor guided workshops setting up and recording vocals with FL studio & Logic Pro. Ages 13-19

Mon, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Explore the latest VR games! What's new in the metaverse? Ages 10 to 19

Mon, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for... more

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for our Free ServSafe certification classes at the Dwight Branch.

Minute to win it - Families

Mon, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Space A,B,C - Ages 6-8

Mon, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Learn about space as you put together your own A, B, C book.

Mon, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Play competitive games. You have only a minute to win.

Storytime - Ages 0-5 (siblings welcome)

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

Albany Branch

Visit the Albany library on alternating Tuesday's for songs, stories, and early literacy tips to prepare your child for kindergarten!

Homework Help! - ¡Ayuda con las tareas!

Tue, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Albany Branch

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it... more

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it on display. Ask Librarian Katryna for the challenge of the day.

Tue, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Teen Space

¡Ayuda con las tareas!

Tue, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Bats in the Belfry! - 6-12

Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dwight Branch

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Bats are really not batty. Let’s look at some bat myths, facts and also at some bat phrases. Make a Halloween bat to bring home.

Storytime w/Ms. Nancy - Cuentos con Ms. Nancy

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

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

Join us for an story time adventure & art!

Taller de computacion en español - Computer Workshop in Spanish

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

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Tema: Cualquier cosa que quiera aprender del celular o computadora, sera un taller abierto a todo tipo de preguntas tecnologicas.

Everyday Technology Classes

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

Ropkins Branch

Learn to use use your smartphone, tablet or computer.

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

Dwight Branch

Provide basic technology training with any of your devices, for your everyday use. Please call to register (860)695-7460.

Suminagashi Prints - 6-12

Wed, Oct 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Dwight Branch

Try your hand at Japanese art of Paper Marbling.

Lo-Fi Days with a Librarian - Ages 6-19

Wed, Oct 11, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Join us in the community room for a calming hour of lo-fi music, low lights, quiet fidgets, warm tea, a quiet space to work on homework... more

Join us in the community room for a calming hour of lo-fi music, low lights, quiet fidgets, warm tea, a quiet space to work on homework or to simply relax. Homework help will also be provided.

Barbour's Craft & Create: Beaded Breathing Wands - All Ages

Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be making breathing bead wands.

Hispanic Heritage Month Crafty Kids - Ages 6-12

Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Celebrate with a craft.

NEA Big Read: Family Treasures - All Ages

Wed, Oct 11, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown Branch - Classroom 140

Join us for a reading of Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker and make your own Adrinka print cloth bag. Free copies of the... more

Join us for a reading of Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker and make your own Adrinka print cloth bag. Free copies of the book included!

An NEA Big Read Shared Experience - Community conversation on "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi

Wed, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Camp Field Branch

Join us in a community-wide reading program at the Camp Field Branch centered on the book, Homegoing, by Yaa Gyasi.

Taller de computacion en español - Computer Workshop in Spanish

Wed, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Tema: Cualquier cosa que quiera aprender del celular o computadora, sera un taller abierto a todo tipo de preguntas tecnologicas.

Adult Craft Club - Resin Dominoes

Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Join us each month as we learn how to create fun and unique crafts! All are welcome and you don’t need to have any experience with... more

Join us each month as we learn how to create fun and unique crafts! All are welcome and you don’t need to have any experience with crafting to join!

Supercharged Storytime Playgroup - specializing in SEL, Early Literacy & Language Development

Thu, Oct 12, 9:00am - 10:30am

Ropkins Branch

Supercharged Storytime Playgroup (SSP) for children from birth to age five not enrolled in childcare.

Everyday Tech Training

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

Camp Field Branch

Basic training to assist you with using your computer or device. Registration suggested; walk-ins based on availability.

Canceled

Recording Sessions - Recording Sessions

Thu, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Bring your music into the world with mentor guided workshops setting up and recording vocals with FL studio & Logic Pro. Ages 13-19

Bats in the Belfry! - Teen

Thu, Oct 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dwight Branch

Bats are really not batty. Let’s look at some bat myths, facts and also at some bat phrases. Halloween bat to bring home.

Scavenger Hunt @ Albany - Ages 6-19

Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Albany Branch

Come to the Albany branch to do a scavenger hunt and win a prize once a month.

Connecticut Foodshare Distribution

Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Barbour Branch

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

NEA Big Read-Storytime, Discussion & Crafts - Nana Aqua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker

Thu, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Craft activity making quilt squares and discussion about family traditions. Teens: introduction of “waist beads” and what this... more

Craft activity making quilt squares and discussion about family traditions. Teens: introduction of “waist beads” and what this tradition represents in today’s culture.

Thu, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Thu, Oct 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from... more

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from the library! Every Thursday from 4:30-5:00 pm

Everyday Tech

Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Provide basic technology training with any of your devices, for your everyday use.

Boredom Buster Board Games - Families

Fri, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Fri, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Bring that competitive spirit to play board games with your peers and with your Youth Librarian.

Saukiog Harvest Festival - @ The Ebony Horsewomen 337 Vine Street, Hartford CT

Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Downtown Branch

Join us for a day of food, music, vendors, panel discussions, workshops and more.

Family Robotics Club - 5th - 12th grade

Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Explore the World of Books and Music & Movement - Ages 2-5 with Parents/Caregivers

Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Mon, Oct 16, 9:30am - 10:15am

Ropkins Branch

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

Hartford Families Are Reaching Beyond their Neighborhood! - Ages 5 and under with parent/caregiver

Mon, Oct 16, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Lutz Children's Museum

Explore Lutz's miniature city play space, visit the museum animals, and participate in a special activity- Experience the magic of... more

Explore Lutz's miniature city play space, visit the museum animals, and participate in a special activity- Experience the magic of metamorphosis!

This event is full

Family Storytime - South Church 277 Main Street via Buckingham Street

Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you... more

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you must bring your own device.

Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Church

Ages Birth-Five years with parent/caregiver. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories, and hands-on activities that celebrate reading, and books.

Canceled

Mon, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Bring your music into the world with mentor guided workshops setting up and recording vocals with FL studio & Logic Pro. Ages 13-19

Science Exploration! - MARS! Let's learn more! - ¡Exploración científica! - ¡MARTE! ¡Aprendamos más!

Mon, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Explore the latest VR games! What's new in the metaverse? Ages 10 to 19

Mon, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

¡Exploración científica! - ¡MARTE! ¡Aprendamos más!

Mon, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for... more

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for our Free ServSafe certification classes at the Dwight Branch.

NEA Big Read-Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker

Mon, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Learn about family traditions in the book and share your own. Then explore Adrinka symbols and their meaning and make your own print art.

NEA Big Read-Panel Discussion - "The Role Music Played for Black Culture, Slavery-Present

Mon, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

A community conversation with HPL and Haneef Nelson on "The Important Role Music Played for Black Culture from Slavery to Present''

Sensory Storytime - Ages 0-7 (siblings welcome)

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Visit Albany on alternating Tuesday's for Sensory Storytime. This program was specifically created for kids on the autism spectrum.... more

Visit Albany on alternating Tuesday's for Sensory Storytime. This program was specifically created for kids on the autism spectrum. Reach out to Librarian Katryna with any questions or requests.

Homework Help! - ¡Ayuda con las tareas!

Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Albany Branch

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it... more

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it on display. Ask Librarian Katryna for the challenge of the day.

Tue, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Teen Space

¡Ayuda con las tareas!

Barbour's Taste Testers: Mini Tea Party - Ages 6-19

Tue, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Feeling hungry? Drop by the Barbour Branch for a mini tea party with iced tea and cucumber sandwiches!

NEA Big Read-Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker - Create "Family Treasures"

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Branch

Join us for a reading of Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker, learn about family traditions in the book and share your own.

NEA Big Read-Nana Aqua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker - Story time & Crafts

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Boundless Library at Rawson

Students will examine the art from the book and Adinkra symbols. Then they draw self or family portraits using the art style from the book.

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dwight Branch

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

A Night Owl - 6-12

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Owls are intriguing birds. Discover some facts & myths about them as well as have fun with owl phrases. Make an owl for your Halloween... more

Owls are intriguing birds. Discover some facts & myths about them as well as have fun with owl phrases. Make an owl for your Halloween decoration.

RSCO Lucia the Luchadora - All Ages

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Branch

Learn to use use your smartphone, tablet or computer.

Medicare 101

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Dwight Branch

Are you retired or plan on retiring? Do you need help with your next steps? If so, then this is your opportunity to join us and ask all... more

Are you retired or plan on retiring? Do you need help with your next steps? If so, then this is your opportunity to join us and ask all your questions. Care Partners of CT will be glad to help!

SUPER SLIME - 6-12

Wed, Oct 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Dwight Branch

Make Slime while learning about atoms and molecules.

Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Downtown Branch - Classroom 140

We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Lucia! Join us for storytime and make a luchadora mask. Get information about school... more

We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Lucia! Join us for storytime and make a luchadora mask. Get information about school choice options and a free book!

Family Diner & Movie @Park - ¡Cena familiar y películas en la biblioteca Park!

Wed, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

¡Cena familiar y películas en la biblioteca Park!

Fall Wreath Making

Wed, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Come join us and create your very own fall wreath to decorate your home! Registration Required

Lo-Fi Days with a Librarian - Ages 6-19

Wed, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Join us in the community room for a calming hour of lo-fi music, low lights, quiet fidgets, warm tea, a quiet space to work on homework... more

Join us in the community room for a calming hour of lo-fi music, low lights, quiet fidgets, warm tea, a quiet space to work on homework or to simply relax. Homework help will also be provided.

Barbour's Craft & Create: Wax Sculptures - All Ages

Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be making wax sculptures.

Out of This World - Ages 6-12

Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Stop by and enjoy decorating a space ornament.

NEA Big Read-Taste and Sounds of Ghana - Celebrate "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi & Ghanaian heritage

Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Albany Branch

Thanks to the National Endowment for the Arts Big Read, HPL will be celebrating the powerful book 'Homegoing' by Yaa Gyasi.

National Purple Thursday Community Walk - Caminata comunitaria nacional del jueves morado

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

Community Walk Purple Thursday to raise awareness against domestic violence. The walk starts at 11am at 175 Main St. Hispanic Health... more

Community Walk Purple Thursday to raise awareness against domestic violence. The walk starts at 11am at 175 Main St. Hispanic Health council, and ends at 603 Park St HPL-Park Street Library

Canceled

Recording Sessions - Recording Sessions

Thu, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Bring your music into the world with mentor guided workshops setting up and recording vocals with FL studio & Logic Pro. Ages 13-19

Everyday Tech Training

Thu, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barbour Branch

Basic computer training

A Night Owl - Teen

Thu, Oct 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dwight Branch

Owls are intriguing birds. Discover some facts & myths about them as well as have fun with owl phrases. Make an owl for your Halloween... more

Owls are intriguing birds. Discover some facts & myths about them as well as have fun with owl phrases. Make an owl for your Halloween decoration.

Tween Thursdays @ Albany - Ages 8-12

Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Albany Branch

Join us on alternating Thursdays for tween only programs and a special snack.

Teen Time: Cell Phone Charms - Ages 13-19

Thu, Oct 19, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Calling all teens! Come to the Barbour branch and make your own cell phone charm!

NEA Big Read-Discussion of the Book: Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi - Adult Book Discussion w/tea

Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Boundless Library at Rawson

We will explore the libraries tools, like ancestry.com, that can helps us discover and chart our own family trees.

Papel Picado for All! - Families

Thu, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from... more

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from the library! Every Thursday from 4:30-5:00 pm

Everyday Tech

Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Provide basic technology training with any of your devices, for your everyday use.

Fri, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

All ages. Join us at the Dwight Branch to create simple, yet stunning, Mexican decorations made out of paper called Papel Picado! Enjoy... more

All ages. Join us at the Dwight Branch to create simple, yet stunning, Mexican decorations made out of paper called Papel Picado! Enjoy delicious Latin American sweets.

Family Robotics Club - 5th - 12th grade

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Hartford Families Are Reaching Beyond their Neighborhood! - Ages 5 and under with parent/caregiver

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your... more

Work with your family to complete hands-on coding challenges. Learn to code and program a robot with The Children’s Museum at your neighborhood library. Registration required.

Mon, Oct 23, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Lutz Children's Museum

Explore Lutz's miniature city play space, visit the museum animals, and participate in a special activity- Experience the Magic of... more

Explore Lutz's miniature city play space, visit the museum animals, and participate in a special activity- Experience the Magic of Metamorphosis!

Mon, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you... more

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you must bring your own device.

Family Storytime - South Church 277 Main Street via Buckingham Street

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch for a story and a stretch!

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Church

Ages Birth-Five years with parent/caregiver. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories, and hands-on activities celebrating reading and books.

Canceled

2nd Annual Celebration of Local Authors - In honor of Jose A. Villegas (R.I.P)

Mon, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Bring your music into the world with mentor guided workshops setting up and recording vocals with FL studio & Logic Pro. Ages 13-19

Mon, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

2do año de Celebración de Autores Locales en Honor a José A. Villegas 18 de mayo de 1973-octubre. 31, 2014 R.I.P.

Mon, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Explore the latest VR games! What's new in the metaverse? Ages 10 to 19

Mon, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for... more

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for our Free ServSafe certification classes at the Dwight Branch.

Mon, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Rescheduled

Pumpkin Galore - Ages 6-12

Mon, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Monday, October 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Calling all Lego engineers! Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour Branch to create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Mon, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Enjoy decorating a festive pumpkin,

Storytime - Ages 0-5 (siblings welcome)

Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Visit the Albany library on alternating Tuesday's for songs, stories, and early literacy tips to prepare your child for kindergarten!

Homework Help! - ¡Ayuda con las tareas!

Tue, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Albany Branch

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it... more

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation and we will put it on display. Ask Librarian Katryna for the challenge of the day.

Tue, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Teen Space

¡Ayuda con las tareas!

Sensational STEM: Ice Melt Challenge - Ages 6-19

Tue, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Swing by Barbour to be a part of Ms. Fe's ice melt challenge!

Pumpkin Art - 6-12

Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Create some artsy Pumpkins for the season. Bring a Pumpkin Pie Cookie recipe home to bake later.

NEA Big Read-Genealogy Workshop by Sandra Taitt-Eady - "What is geneaology?" community conversation

Tue, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Ropkins Branch

An experienced and engaging history educator, researcher, genealogist, heritage presenter and public speaker who loves people. Learn... more

An experienced and engaging history educator, researcher, genealogist, heritage presenter and public speaker who loves people. Learn about genealogy and how to get started researching!

Storytime w/Ms. Nancy - Cuentos con Ms. Nancy

Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Join us for an story time adventure & art!

Everyday Technology Classes

Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Branch

Learn to use use your smartphone, tablet or computer.

Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dwight Branch

Provide basic technology training with any of your devices, for your everyday use. Please call to register (860)695-7460.

Pour Painting - Create a Keepsake Box, Part 1

Wed, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barbour Branch

Learn how to make a keepsake box using the pour painting technique in this 2-part workshop.

Barbour's Craft & Create: No-Glue Slime - Ages 3-19

Wed, Oct 25, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Rescheduled

Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Wednesday, November 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will me making slime with dawn dish... more

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will me making slime with dawn dish soap and corn starch!

Barbour's Craft & Create: Roll-a-Monster Game - All Ages

Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be playing Roll-a-Monster.

RSCO: Lucia the Luchadora - All Ages

Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Join us for story time and make a luchador mask. Get information about school options and a free book.

RSCO Haunted Cookie House - All Ages

Wed, Oct 25, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Downtown Branch - Classroom 140

Join us for Halloween stories and make your own sweet spooky house to decorate then eat!

NEA Big Read-Book Discussion - Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Branch

Look closer at the history and meaning behind the colors and patterns of Kente cloth and wax print fabrics, along with the production... more

Look closer at the history and meaning behind the colors and patterns of Kente cloth and wax print fabrics, along with the production processes. We’ll be making necklaces using wax print fabrics.

Pumpkin Art

Thu, Oct 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dwight Branch

Create some artsy Pumpkins for the season. Bring a Pumpkin Pie Cookie recipe home to bake later.

Connecticut Foodshare Distribution

Thu, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Barbour Branch

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

Thu, Oct 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Thu, Oct 26, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from... more

Come one come all to the Barbour branch to practice your reading with Ms. Fe or a stuffed animal. Bring your own book or use one from the library! Every Thursday from 4:30-5:00 pm

Everyday Tech

Fri, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Provide basic technology training with any of your devices, for your everyday use.

Boredom Buster Board Games

Fri, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Fri, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Bring that competitive spirit to play board games with your peers and with your Youth Librarian.

2nd Annual Book Fest in Honor of Jose A. Villegas

Sat, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Meet local authors and learn about their books. A moment to commemorate Jose and his contributions.

Mon, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Albany Branch

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you... more

Have an Apple device that you need help learning how to use? Register for our *NEW* Apple Help class! *Registration is required and you must bring your own device.

Family Storytime - South Church 277 Main Street via Buckingham Street

Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Branch

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch for a story and a stretch!

Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown Branch

Ages Birth-Five years with parent/caregiver. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories, and hands-on activities celebrating reading and books.

REACH Book Contest - Writing Workshop! - ¡REACH Concurso! - ¡Taller de escritura!

Mon, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Branch

Explore the latest VR games! What's new in the metaverse? Ages 10 to 19

Mon, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab

¡REACH Concurso! - ¡Taller de escritura!

Mon, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dwight Branch

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for... more

Do you need to get certified for Food Handler for your job, organization, or other? Then take this amazing opportunity to register for our Free ServSafe certification classes at the Dwight Branch.

Mon, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Branch

Need math, English, or any other homework help? Visit Dwight Branch to get assistance..

Rescheduled

Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Monday, October 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Calling all Lego engineers! Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour Branch to create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Halloween Party! Arts & Music! Wear you custome! - ¡Fiesta de Halloween! ¡Arte y Música! ¡Ponte tu disfraz!

Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Calling all Lego engineers! Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour Branch to create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Stick It! - All Ages

Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ropkins Branch

Create funny space theme looking characters using stickers.

DIY Pizza Night!

Mon, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Albany Branch - Albany Branch Community Room

Bring an apron and learn how to make homemade pizza dough and sauce, assemble a pie, and fire it up in an outdoor pizza oven!

Tue, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Cafe

¡Fiesta de Halloween! ¡Arte y Música! ¡Ponte tu disfraz!

Opportunity for All - tutoring

Tue, Oct 31, 2:15pm - 5:30pm

Downtown Branch - UConn Classroom 139

Opportunity for All tutoring

Rescheduled

Barbour's Halloween Extravaganza - All Ages

Tue, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

New date Tuesday, October 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Branch

Ghouls, ghosts, and gremlins, oh my! Creep your way into the Barbour branch for a special Halloween party. Decorate spooky masks, eat... more

Ghouls, ghosts, and gremlins, oh my! Creep your way into the Barbour branch for a special Halloween party. Decorate spooky masks, eat some ice-SCREAM, and get a sweet treat!