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NEA Big Read-Story time and Crafts

Story time "Nana Akou goes to school" by Tricia Elam Walker
2023-09-27 11:00:00 2023-09-27 12:00:00 America/New_York NEA Big Read-Story time and Crafts Story time and 2 crafts: kids will draw symbols onto bookmarks to use with the book. “Quilt” making craft with sheets of paper that kids will glue together and create their own Adinkra symbols on. Barbour Library -

Wednesday, September 27
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-27 11:00:00 2023-09-27 12:00:00 America/New_York NEA Big Read-Story time and Crafts Story time and 2 crafts: kids will draw symbols onto bookmarks to use with the book. “Quilt” making craft with sheets of paper that kids will glue together and create their own Adinkra symbols on. Barbour Library -

Story time and 2 crafts: kids will draw symbols onto bookmarks to use with the book. “Quilt” making craft with sheets of paper that kids will glue together and create their own Adinkra symbols on.

Copies of the book will be given to families and information on the Adinkra symbols will be shared.

AGE GROUP: | Youth |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading & Writing | Arts |

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Barbour Library
Phone: 860-695-7400
Branch manager
Irene Blean
Hours
Mon, Sep 08 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Sep 09 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 10 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 11 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 12 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 13 Closed
Sun, Sep 14 Closed
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The Barbour Branch library is located in the Northeast section of the City of Hartford in Unity Plaza. The branch opened in October 1927 at 572 Windsor Street and since 2014, the Barbour Branch is currently located at 261 Barbour Street.

Upcoming events

Mayor's Community Office Hours
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!
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Family Sensory Storytime - Youth Program Room
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Friday, September 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Family Sensory Storytime - Youth Program Room
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Rescheduled
Family Sensory Storytime - Youth Program Room
Fri, Sep 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
New date Friday, September 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Downtown
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Fri, Sep 12, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
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Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Virtual Reality @ YOUmedia
Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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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!
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ESL Classes - ESL for adult students
Sat, Sep 13, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
Financial Literacy - For Teens and Young Adults
Sat, Sep 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
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.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Mon, Sep 15, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
Mon, Sep 15, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. Registration in advance required.
Virtual Community Meeting - New Website
Mon, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual (Zoom)
Please join us for a virtual meeting to discuss what works and what doesn’t about our current website, as well as your suggestions for... more
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Mon, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
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Teen music program with hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, and beat-making. Build skills, collaborate, and learn industry techniques... more
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Homework Help - 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.
Financial Literacy Games - Ages 6-12
Mon, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Visit the library to play a variety of financial literacy games.
Crafty Kids - Ages 6-12
Mon, Sep 15, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: Family Fiesta!
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
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Digital Film Making 101
Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 139
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Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
National Voter Registration Day
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
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Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 5:30pm
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Visit us during our registration drive, or at any other time, to register to vote, change your address, or look up your polling place.
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Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Stop by for Everyday Tech! This month’s session covers voter registration—how to find trusted sites, register or check your status... more
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Resource Day
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Storytime - Ages 0-5
Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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
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Tue, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
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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.
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Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
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Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers
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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.
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Tue, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
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
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
English for All - Online study support for adult English learners
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!
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.
Everyday Tech Help - @ Ropkins
Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ropkins Library
Tech Tips & Shortcuts — Smart Skills for Everyday Life
GED Prep Placement Testing - Placement testing and informational session
Wed, Sep 17, 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139
Info session and placement testing in math and reading for adult students interested in receiving study support toward the GED
Teen Time - Ages 12 and up.
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
Ask Away with Amber and Aden
Wed, Sep 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Downtown - YOUmedia
Learn about important health topics and develop life skills in a safe, supportive environment.
Music Production @ YOUmedia
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
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Game Design @ YOUmedia
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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
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.
Solve It! - Ages 6-12
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.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
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.
Crafternoon - Ages 6-12
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.
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Anime Club
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!
Passport to Mexico - All Ages
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!
Rescheduled
Mini Canvases
Wed, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
New date Monday, September 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric
Ages 13-19 Paint and design your own mini canvases!
Math Class - Math classes for adult students
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
Digital Film Making 101
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 139
Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!
Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
Sensory Storytime: Pumpkins
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!
Traditional Arts & Crafts
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
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Quiet Coloring - Ages 6-12
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
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Downtown - Youth Program Room
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Clay Creations
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
ESL classes for speakers of other languages
Reading & Recipes - with UConn Husky Nutrition & Sport
Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown
Join us virtually for an interactive nutrition education and food demonstration session.Register
Talk like a Pirate Day!
Fri, Sep 19, All day
Dwight Library
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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.
From Page to Plate - A Cookbook Club
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Albany Library
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Fri, Sep 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Albany Library
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Fri, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Virtual Reality @ YOUmedia
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Downtown
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Register
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Downtown - Learning Lab
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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
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Downtown - Classroom 141
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Mon, Sep 22, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
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Dwight Library
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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
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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.
Music Production @ YOUmedia
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.
Homework Help - 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.
Activities with April - Ages 6-12
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
Crafty Kids - Ages 6-12
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
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Mini Canvases
Mon, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Cafe
Ages 13-19 Paint and design your own mini canvases!
Digital Film Making 101
Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 139
Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!
Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
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Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room
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ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
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.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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.
Digital Design
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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
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.
STEM Day - Ages 6-12
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.
STEM Building - Ages 6-12
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
Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers
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.
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Tue, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
ESL classes for speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
English for All - Online study support for adult English learners
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!
Zumba
Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ropkins Library
Get moving With this fun, high energy fitness class.
Everyday Tech Help - @ Ropkins
Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ropkins Library
Tech Tips & Shortcuts — Smart Skills for Everyday Life
Teen Time - Ages 12 and up.
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.
Music Production @ YOUmedia
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.
Game Design @ YOUmedia
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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
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.
Solve It! - Ages 6-12
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.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
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.
Crafternoon - Ages 6-12
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.
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Anime Club
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!
Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers
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, 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.
Digital Film Making 101
Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 139
Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!
Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
Silent Book Club - @Ropkins Library
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ropkins Library
Read whatever you want!
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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.
Crafternoon: Perler Beads
Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
Get creative with colorful Perler beads to make unique designs
This event is full
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.
Traditional Arts & Crafts
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.
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.
Roll & Refresh: Game Night
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?
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
ESL classes for speakers of other languages
Mindful-ing - The Four Agreements
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
Music Production @ YOUmedia
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.
Virtual Reality @ YOUmedia
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.
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Sat, Sep 27, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Downtown - UConn Classroom 026
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Financial Literacy - For Teens and Young Adults
Sat, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab
Join us in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about banking and managing... more
Join us 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.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
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.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Mon, Sep 29, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
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).
Music Production @ YOUmedia
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.
Books & Bites: Cafe Con Lychee
Mon, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Barbour Library
Love stories and snacks? Join our new Books & Bites Book Club just for teens!
Homework Help - 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.
Financial Literacy Games - Ages 6-12
Mon, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Albany Library
Visit the library to play a variety of financial literacy games.
Crafty Kids - Ages 6-12
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.
Digital Film Making 101
Mon, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 139
Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!
Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
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.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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.
Digital Design
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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
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.
STEM Day - Ages 6-12
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.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
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.
STEM Building - Ages 6-12
Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Albany Library
Have fun making unique creations with our different building kits.
RSCO STEM-tember at the Library!
Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room
Build, Learn, Explore! Stop by your local library this September for a LEGO® Mini Figurine STEM Challenge and discover the exciting... more
Build, Learn, Explore! Stop by your local library this September for a LEGO® Mini Figurine STEM Challenge and discover the exciting world of STEM Magnet Schools through RSCO!
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
Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers
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.
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
ESL classes for speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Wed, Oct 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
English for All - Online study support for adult English learners
Wed, Oct 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 140
Online English study support for adult speakers of other languages
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:30am
Downtown - Learning Lab
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Zumba
Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dwight Library
Get moving with this fun, high enerygy fitness class.
Everyday Tech Help - @ Ropkins
Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ropkins Library
Tech Tips & Shortcuts — Smart Skills for Everyday Life
Teen Time - Ages 12 and up.
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.
Next Steps to College - The American Place (TAP) Youth Program
Wed, Oct 01, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 140
Homework tutoring and college prep support for teen English language learners
Music Production @ YOUmedia
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.
Game Design @ YOUmedia
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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
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.
Solve It! - Ages 6-12
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.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
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.
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Wed, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Anime Club
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!
Mobile Makerspace - Ages 5-12 with siblings/parents/caregivers
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.
Teen Oreo Overload
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Math Class - Math classes for adult students
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
Digital Film Making 101
Wed, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture
Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!
Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
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!
Traditional Arts & Crafts
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, 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.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
ESL classes for speakers of other languages
Fall Themed Cooking Demo - Shoprite joins us for a cooking demonstration
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!
Music Production @ YOUmedia
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.
Virtual Reality @ YOUmedia
Fri, Oct 03, 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!
Spooky Stories and S'mores
Fri, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Barbour Library
Gather 'round the (fake) fire for an evening of ghost stories, snacks, and just the right amount of spookiness.
Board Game Bonanza
Fri, Oct 03, 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
ESL Classes - ESL for adult students
Sat, Oct 04, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Sat, Oct 04, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Downtown - UConn Classroom 026
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Financial Literacy - For Teens and Young Adults
Sat, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab
Join us in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about banking and managing... more
Join us 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.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
Sat, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Mon, Oct 06, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
Mon, Oct 06, 9:30am - 3:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. Registration in advance required.
Storytime for Littles: Witches!
Mon, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Barbour Library
Join us for stories, rhymes and fingerplays.
GED Prep Placement Testing - Informational session and placement testing for GED prep
Mon, Oct 06, 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 139
Info session and placement testing in math and reading for adult students interested in receiving study support toward the GED
Next Steps to College - The American Place (TAP) Youth Program
Mon, Oct 06, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 140
Homework tutoring and college prep support for teen English language learners
Music Production @ YOUmedia
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
Mon, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ropkins Library
Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.
Crafty Kids - Ages 6-12
Mon, Oct 06, 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!
Lil' Builders' Club
Mon, Oct 06, 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
Aeroponics Garden Tower
Mon, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area
Ages 6-19 Stop by the library to help care for our aeroponics garden tower. Learn about the different plants we’re growing and have a... more
Ages 6-19 Stop by the library to help care for our aeroponics garden tower. Learn about the different plants we’re growing and have a taste of some different herbs and veggies from the tower!
Digital Film Making 101
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture
Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!
Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
English Learner Success - English club for teens
Tue, Oct 07, 2:15pm - 5:15pm
Downtown - Classroom 140
English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
Tue, Oct 07, 2:15pm - 5:15pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.
Digital Design
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
Tue, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ropkins Library
Stop by if you need help with your school work. Children under 12 must come with their parents.
STEM Day - Ages 6-12
Tue, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room
Join us weekly for STEM through hands-on activities and exploration.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
Tue, Oct 07, 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: Monster Pretzels
Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Barbour Library
Stop by Barbour Library for our Whisk & Wonder program!
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Tue, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
ESL classes for speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Wed, Oct 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
English for All - Online study support for adult English learners
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown - Youth Program Room
Join Ms. Katherine to explore the wonders of Autumn with stories, songs and hands-on fun!
Tales and Tunes
Wed, Oct 08, 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!
Fall Themed Cooking Demo - Shoprite joins us for a cooking demonstration
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric
They're back again! Shoprite will be sharing fall themed recipes with us at your neighborhood library locations. More details to come!
Zumba
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Camp Field Library
Get moving with this fun, high energy fitness class.
Everyday Tech Help - @ Ropkins
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ropkins Library
Tech Tips & Shortcuts — Smart Skills for Everyday Life
Teen Time - Ages 12 and up.
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Next Steps to College - The American Place (TAP) Youth Program
Wed, Oct 08, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 140
Homework tutoring and college prep support for teen English language learners
Music Production @ YOUmedia
Wed, Oct 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.
Game Design @ YOUmedia
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Homework Help - Ages 6-12
Wed, Oct 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.
Solve It! - Ages 6-12
Wed, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room
Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
Join Ms. Katherine for quiet music, art and meditation activities.
Anime Club
Wed, Oct 08, 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!
Math Class - Math classes for adult students
Wed, Oct 08, 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
Digital Film Making 101
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture
Ever wanted to get into filmmaking? Come learn how!
Family Literacy - ESL for Families
Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Youth Program Room
ESL for parents and children
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
ESL Classes - ESL Classes for Adult Students
Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown - Learning Lab
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
English Learner Success - English club for teens
Thu, Oct 09, 2:15pm - 5:15pm
Downtown - Classroom 140
English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.
English Learner Success - English club for teens
Thu, Oct 09, 2:15pm - 5:15pm
Downtown - Classroom 141
English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.
Traditional Arts & Crafts
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Tech Classes
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Will It Waffle?: Halloween Edition
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Barbour Library
Things are getting spooky in the teen area—it's time to put Halloween treats to the waffle test!
Thinking Money For Kids
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
ESL Classes - English classes for adult students
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
ESL classes for speakers of other languages
Rhythm Storytime
Fri, Oct 10, 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.
Music Production @ YOUmedia
Fri, Oct 10, 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.
Virtual Reality @ YOUmedia
Fri, Oct 10, 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!
Scare Acting 101: How to Scare
Fri, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Barbour Library
Join us at the library for an exciting opportunity to learn tips and tricks from a professional scare actor with 14 years of experience... more
Join us at the library for an exciting opportunity to learn tips and tricks from a professional scare actor with 14 years of experience in haunted attractions across Connecticut!
ESL Classes - ESL for adult students
Sat, Oct 11, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Downtown - Classroom 139,Classroom 140,Classroom 141
English classes for adult speakers of other languages
GED Learning Circles - Study support toward the GED
Sat, Oct 11, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Downtown - UConn Classroom 026
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject... more
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Financial Literacy - For Teens and Young Adults
Sat, Oct 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Learning Lab
Join us in the Learning Lab for a series of financial literacy programs for teens & young adults! Learn more about banking and managing... more
Join us 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.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing - By appointment only
Sat, Oct 11, 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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