Event List

Terrific Twos is designed for the child who will be 24 months old at the start of the session. We will build early literacy skills through the use of books, rhymes, finger play and...

Let’s move and groove together in the Library! We will read a fun book and do some dancing. We will meet in the Hoppin Gallery upstairs at the Barney. This is a drop in program.

In this program children ages 3-5 will have the opportunity to explore and create music using their voices, bodies, and percussion instruments. Each week we will learn ab...

Ages 4 – 5, for the child alone (caregivers must stay in the Kids’ Place). Registration required. Please note that you only need to register once for all 23 classes.   ...

Local resident and retired educator, John Sherman, is bringing his love for one of our oldest board games – “The Game of Kings!” - to the Farmington Library.  Beginners throug...

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts. (Please note there is a separate registration for e...

Enjoy an afternoon of painting and listening to music. For Spooky Season, we're going to be painting on a very special medium - a pumpkin!  All supplies provided. This p...

Do you have the need for speed? Come try out speed puzzling at the Barney Library! Try it solo, in pairs or as a team. We have an assortment of puzzles waiting for you!

Join artist Robert Mahar and Courtney Cerruti in transforming a quartet of vintage black and white photographs with haunting embroidery embellishments. Instruction will guide you t...

Presented by C2 Education: With recent college admissions changes, the importance of the application essay has grown, and college essays can be intimidating. After all, they can...

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session.   Perfect for our littlest pat...

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child...

Homeschoolers ages 7-9 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Elementary Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each librar...

Homeschoolers ages 9-12 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Intermediate Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each lib...

Ages 4-5, for the child alone (caregivers must stay in the Kids’ Place). Registration required; register once for entire session.  This program provides the opportunity for...

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

The Invisible Man (1933) A scientist finds a way of becoming invisible, but in doing so, he becomes murderously insane. Starring Claude Rains, Gloria Stuart, and William Harrigan....

Join the No Book Book Club where there's no assigned reading. This book club gives you the opportunity to make new friends and learn about many books in a one-hour meetup.  ...

Do you think you're the best Super Smash Bros player? Compete against others for the ultimate weird trophy and $10 gift card prize! Register to sign up! Open to those in Grades ...

Drop-in program. This high-energy music and movement class will have us dancing and laughing!  We'll start with a story and then move to the music.    

In order to engage Farmington residents more broadly and hear about their aspirations, priorities and goals for the community, come meet with members of the Strategic Planning Comm...

Are you an avid crocheter? Want to learn how to crochet? Sign up for our After Hours: Crochet Circle! Bring your own project or choose from a provided pattern. Spend your Friday ev...