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Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day Closing

The Farmington Libraries will be closed Monday, October 14.

Event List

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LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pumpkin Paint Along

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Speed Puzzling @ the Barney

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Round Table at Barney Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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!

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Round Table
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creativebug Live: Haunting Embroidery Embellishments with Robert Marhar

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoons at Bijou

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Bijou:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Event Details:

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....

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

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. 1hr 11min.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

THE NO BOOK BOOK CLUB

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
The No Book Book Club:

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.  ...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups

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 like audiobooks? Share your favorite listen. 

Are you an ebook fanatic? Tell us all about what you're reading.

Looking for some great recommendations? Join us and find out what's new & popular, a forgotten classic, and what's on the horizon.

We'll chat about classics, nonfiction, new releases and favorite authors.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Community Conversations

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Board Room 1 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

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 Committee and help us identify priorities for shaping the future of the

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Incredible India (Indian Consulate Event)

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Republic of India is the world's most populous democracy, and is known for its religious and cultural diversity. Indian cultural history spans more than 4,5...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Presentations
Event Details:

The Republic of India is the world's most populous democracy, and is known for its religious and cultural diversity. Indian cultural history spans more than 4,500 years, with an ancient tradition of art and architecture. 

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Prom Dress Donation Drop Off

All Day 10/21 - 10/28
Farmington Library
Program Type:
Celebrations
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the Main Library with your gently used and clean prom dress donations! Bring them upstairs to the Information Services Desk. We will be using them in a future prom library ...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Celebrations
Event Details:

Stop by the Main Library with your gently used and clean prom dress donations! Bring them upstairs to the Information Services Desk. We will be using them in a future prom library program!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Community Conversations

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Board Room 1 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

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 Committee and help us identify priorities for shaping the future of the

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Community Conversations

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

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 Committee and help us identify priorities for shaping the future of the

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Halloween Music Bingo

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get into the swing of Halloween with our Halloween Music Bingo! You'll have the chance to win spooky good prizes as you listen to some classic and modern Halloween hits! 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Get into the swing of Halloween with our Halloween Music Bingo! You'll have the chance to win spooky good prizes as you listen to some classic and modern Halloween hits! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Katherine, The Wright Sister: Author Event with Tracey Enerson Wood (in-person)

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Lectures & Presentations
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Tracey Enerson Wood returns to celebrate her new book, Katherine, the Wright Sister. Join us for a presentation by Tracey, and then audience questions and book signings. ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Lectures & Presentations
Event Details:

Tracey Enerson Wood returns to celebrate her new book, Katherine, the Wright Sister. Join us for a presentation by Tracey, and then audience questions and book signings.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Halloween Music Bingo Round 2!

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Couldn't make it to last night's program? That's not so scary! Come today to get into the swing of Halloween with our Halloween Music Bingo! You'll still have the chance to win spo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Couldn't make it to last night's program? That's not so scary! Come today to get into the swing of Halloween with our Halloween Music Bingo!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoons at Bijou

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Bijou:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Event Details:

The Wolf Man (1941) Larry Talbot returns to his father's castle in Wales and meets a beautiful woman. One fateful night, Talbot escorts her to a local carnival where they meet a m...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

The Wolf Man (1941)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Matinee @ the Barney

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Barney Library for a special showing of A Haunting in Venice (2023, rated PG-13).  Feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on, water to drink, and ligh...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

Join us at the Barney Library for a special showing of A Haunting in Venice (2023, rated PG-13). 

Feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on, water to drink, and light snacks to enjoy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novel Ideas

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Novel Ideas:

Join us for a lively discussion on the last Tuesday of the month at our new time, 2:15 PM. Pick up a copy of the current book at the Barney Library service desk. All are welcome, n...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Join us for a lively discussion on the last Tuesday of the month at our new time, 2:15 PM. Pick up a copy of the current book at the Barney Library service desk. All are welcome, no registration required!
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Life Skills: Banking 101

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Skill Building
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to know more about how your banking works? Have a question about your accounts that you just can't figure out? Join M&T representative Eddie Cunningham ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Skill Building
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to know more about how your banking works? Have a question about your accounts that you just can't figure out?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoons at Bijou

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Bijou:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Event Details:

The Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954) A strange prehistoric beast lurks in the depths of the Amazonian jungle. A group of scientists try to capture the animal and bring it bac...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

The Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Silent Book Club

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Barney Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the Barney Library shelves!). Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. ...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the Barney Library shelves!). Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Generations Club: Age Cafe

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Farmington High School Generations Club: Enjoy an afternoon with freshly brewed coffee and great company. The Age Cafe offers the opportunity for senior c...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Farmington High School Generations Club: Enjoy an afternoon with freshly brewed coffee and great company.

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Take-and-Make Program: Pumpkin Spice Candle

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Farmington Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Grab and Go
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's pumpkin spice season! We'll be making our own pumpkin spice candles, perfect for cozy vibes!    

Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Grab and Go
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

It's pumpkin spice season! We'll be making our own pumpkin spice candles, perfect for cozy vibes!

 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Biblio Box

All Day
Farmington Library
Program Type:
Grab and Go
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sign up for a monthly, customized selection of library books and treats. Register via the calendar one time and be subscribed--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from t...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Grab and Go
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for a monthly, customized selection of library books and treats.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Maker 101: Mini Pumpkin Flower Arrangement

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Maker Space at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Skill Building
Age Group:
Adults
Maker 101:

Come craft with us in the Maker Space. Meet other crafters at this in-person monthly tutorial. Learn what our equipment can do without having to know how to use any of it! Each cra...

Event Details:

Come craft with us in the Maker Space. Meet other crafters at this in-person monthly tutorial. Learn what our equipment can do without having to know how to use any of it! Each cra...

Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Skill Building
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come craft with us in the Maker Space. Meet other crafters at this in-person monthly tutorial. Learn what our equipment can do without having to know how to use any of it! Each craft features elements pre-made using one of the machines and is customizable. Each month uses a new piece of equipment.

As a bonus, you can ask our Maker Space experts questions about the space and equipment. Take a look at other projects and make a one-on-one appointment to have us walk you through it.

Perfect for beginners, ages 18 and up.

Come craft with us in the Maker Space. Meet other crafters at this in-person monthly tutorial. Learn what our equipment can do without having to know how to use any of it!