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Afterschool Art Club

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

The Afterschool Art Club is a block of time set aside to come in and work on an art project that drives your creativity. Assorted supplies available. There is no specific project, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

The Afterschool Art Club is a block of time set aside to come in and work on an art project that drives your creativity. Assorted supplies available.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Tellabration!!

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary
Event Details:

Join us at Barney Library for TELLABRATION! A worldwide celebration of story telling presented by the Connecticut Story Telling Center. Join us as storytellers from the Conne...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Celebrations
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us at Barney Library for TELLABRATION!

A worldwide celebration of story telling presented by the Connecticut Story Telling Center.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pokemon Go Walking!

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Barney Library Lawn at Barney Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Meet up at the Barney Library Lawn and get ready to catch some Pokemon! Get those kilometers in and stop by some Pokestops! We will meet on the Barney Lawn and start walking around...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Barney Library Lawn
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Meet up at the Barney Library Lawn and get ready to catch some Pokemon! Get those kilometers in and stop by some Pokestops! We will meet on the Barney Lawn and start walking around 3:50 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult. If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Movers and Groovers

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Afterschool STEM Club

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Kids in Grades 2 to 5 can sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime!  We'll work in pairs to create amazing LEGO cre...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Kids in Grades 2 to 5 can sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime!  We'll work in pairs to create amazing LEGO creations that come to life.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Homeschool Hangout @ the Barney

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drop in for Homeschool Hangout in the Barney Library Teen Space! Play board games, color, eat some snacks, or chat in this hour long hang out session! Register for a reminder--o...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Drop in for Homeschool Hangout in the Barney Library Teen Space! Play board games, color, eat some snacks, or chat in this hour long hang out session!

Register for a reminder--open to those ages 12-18.

Disclaimer(s)

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

FAMILY LEGO LAB @ THE BARNEY

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Barney Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Families sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime together! Work as a family to create amazing LEGO creations that come ...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: Elementary, Tween
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Families sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime together! Work as a family to create amazing LEGO creations that come to life.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Tween" group.

FAMILY LEGO LAB @ THE BARNEY

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Barney Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Families sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime together! Work as a family to create amazing LEGO creations that come ...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: Elementary, Tween
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Families sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime together! Work as a family to create amazing LEGO creations that come to life. Space is limited, registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Barney Kids Book Club

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Join Miss Amy for a school age picture book storytime and craft! For kids in grades K-4

Open
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join Miss Amy for a school age picture book storytime and craft! For kids in grades K-4

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Movers and Groovers

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Afterschool Graphic Novel Club

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Join Miss Amy and Mrs. Hacker and discover all things graphic novels at the Barney Library! Which ones are your favorites? Did you know they come in all different genres just like ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join Miss Amy and Mrs. Hacker and discover all things graphic novels at the Barney Library! Which ones are your favorites? Did you know they come in all different genres just like other books? Want to learn how to write your own?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Speed Puzzling @ the Barney

Wednesday, November 20, 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Celebrate November

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Preschool
Event Details:

Celebrate the season! Come for a special storytime and craft. Sing and dance, be prepared to get messy!

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Celebrations
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Celebrate the season! Come for a special storytime and craft. Sing and dance, be prepared to get messy!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

THE NO BOOK BOOK CLUB

Thursday, November 21, 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.

Monthly Makers

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Monthly Makers:

Monthly Makers is a low stakes arts and crafts program for Adults.  You don’t need to be crafty to enjoy this program, it’s about the process NOT the product.  Each ...

Event Details:

This month we'll be making: Air Dry Clay Gift Tags

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Monthly Makers is a low stakes arts and crafts program for Adults.  You don’t need to be crafty to enjoy this program, it’s about the process NOT the product.  Each month we will try different crafts, mediums, and styles, without the pressure of perfection.  Join us for this one hour of ADULT arts and crafts time each month at the Barney Library.

This month we'll be making: Air Dry Clay Gift Tags

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Roar! I'm a Dinosaur! Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Romp, stomp and roar with us at the Barney Library for a special DiNOVEMBER storytime! Come enjoy some dinosaur stories, songs and a special craft. Perfect for toddlers and prescho...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Romp, stomp and roar with us at the Barney Library for a special DiNOVEMBER storytime! Come enjoy some dinosaur stories, songs and a special craft. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, siblings welcome! Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Matinee @ the Barney

Monday, November 25, 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 The Color Purple (2023, rated PG-13).  Feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on, water to drink, and light sn...

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 The Color Purple (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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Movers and Groovers

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novel Ideas

Tuesday, November 26, 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!

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day 11/27 - 11/29
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Reading with Debbie Gilbert, Julia Paul and Ginny Lowe Connors

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Three local poets will launch their newest poetry collections on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 1:00 PM, in the Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library. An open mic will precede the read...

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

Three local poets will launch their newest poetry collections on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 1:00 PM, in the Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library. An open mic will precede the readings. Everyone is welcome!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Afterschool Art Club

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

The Afterschool Art Club is a block of time set aside to come in and work on an art project that drives your creativity. Assorted supplies available. There is no specific project, ...

Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

The Afterschool Art Club is a block of time set aside to come in and work on an art project that drives your creativity. Assorted supplies available.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Movers and Groovers

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.