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We Play Saturday

We Play Saturday at Barney Library

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come play with some toys at the Barney library. Open play time with our toys! Drop in, no registration required. Ages 1-5

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Come play with some toys at the Barney library. Open play time with our toys! Drop in, no registration required. Ages 1-5 ...
celebrating unicorns!

CALLING ALL UNICORN FANS!

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
J Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 4 - 8 . Registration required   If you love all things Unicorns, join us as we celebrate these magical, mystical creatures with stories, crafts, and activity stat

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Ages 4 - 8 . Registration required   If you love all things Unicorns, join us as we celebrate these magical, mystical creatures with stories, crafts, and activity stations... and top off the fun with a Unicorn party!  Colorful dress...

Hour of Code

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Science & Technology, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Children
Event Details:

Bring your laptop and join us for Hour of Code: a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify code and show that anybody can learn the basics! We'll help you d

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Children
Program Type: Science & Technology, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Bring your laptop and join us for Hour of Code: a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify code and show that anybody can learn the basics! We'll help you design your own simple project using either block-based and text-based ...

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.

Teen Quiet Study Time

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Prepping for AP tests? Want a snack and some quiet study time? Stop by Board Room 1 on the second floor of the library for a quiet study oasis! Register to save your spot. Open

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Prepping for AP tests? Want a snack and some quiet study time? Stop by Board Room 1 on the second floor of the library for a quiet study oasis! Register to save your spot. Open to those in Grades 9-12. ...

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
Star Wars Day

Star Wars Day @ the Barney Library

All Day
Barney Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Visit the Barney Library on Saturday, May 4 to celebrate the science-fiction universe of Star Wars. We will have activity sheets and Star Wars-themed arts and crafts

Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Visit the Barney Library on Saturday, May 4 to celebrate the science-fiction universe of Star Wars. We will have activity sheets and Star Wars-themed arts and crafts to take home while supplies last. ...

Teen Self Care Grab and Go

05/06/2024 @ 2:30pm to 05/16/2024 @ 2:30pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

AP Exams, tests, and homework getting you stressed? Take a self-care moment and stop by the library to pick up a grab and go kit! Filled with a fidget toy, snack, and more, take a

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
AP Exams, tests, and homework getting you stressed? Take a self-care moment and stop by the library to pick up a grab and go kit! Filled with a fidget toy, snack, and more, take a moment to refill your cup! First come, first serve. Open to those i...

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
happy mother's day written underneath teapot, teacup, and flowers

Mother's Day Tea Party

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Jay Johnston Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Children
Event Details:

In honor of Mother's Day our Mother's Day Tea is a chance for a child (ages 3-12) to celebrate someone special in their life.  They will hear a story, make something special,

Full
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
In honor of Mother's Day our Mother's Day Tea is a chance for a child (ages 3-12) to celebrate someone special in their life.  They will hear a story, make something special, help set the table, and enjoy tea and lots of goodies.  PLEASE ON...
illustration of children playing with water table

Patio Play!

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Library Garden Patio at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 5 and under. Visit our outdoor patio any time between 9:30 and 11:00 AM to play with our water table, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Library Garden Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Ages 5 and under. Visit our outdoor patio any time between 9:30 and 11:00 AM to play with our water table, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles. ...
We Play Saturday

We Play Saturday at Barney Library

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come play with some toys at the Barney library. Open play time with our toys! Drop in, no registration required. Ages 1-5

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Come play with some toys at the Barney library. Open play time with our toys! Drop in, no registration required. Ages 1-5 ...
dog

Read to a Dog

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
J Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Please call the Library at 860-673-6791 to schedule your very own one-on-one reading time with a certified therapy dog.  Bring your own book or choose one of ours to snuggle a

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Please call the Library at 860-673-6791 to schedule your very own one-on-one reading time with a certified therapy dog.  Bring your own book or choose one of ours to snuggle and read.   ...
D. WALSH GILBERT & Marilyn Johnston

Poetry Reading with D. Walsh Gilbert and Marilyn Johnston

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Two local poets will launch their newest books of poetry: Downward Dreaming by Marilyn Johnston and Finches in Kilmainham by D. Walsh Gilbert. Downward Dreaming: The poems in th

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Two local poets will launch their newest books of poetry: Downward Dreaming by Marilyn Johnston and Finches in Kilmainham by D. Walsh Gilbert. Downward Dreaming: The poems in this book present poignant portraits of the author's family members and ...
illustration of children playing with water table

Patio Play!

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Library Garden Patio at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 5 and under. Visit our outdoor patio any time between 9:30 and 11:00 AM to play with our water table, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Library Garden Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Ages 5 and under. Visit our outdoor patio any time between 9:30 and 11:00 AM to play with our water table, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles. ...

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Main Library, Barney Library, Off Site
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Main Library, Barney Library, Off Site

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Main Library, Barney Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Barney Library, Off Site

Prom Dress Donation Drop Off

All Day 5/29 - 6/5
Main Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Volunteering, Special Event
Age Group:
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: Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Clubs & Volunteering, Special Event
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! Please email sgentry@farmingtonlibraries.org with any ques...
We Play Wednesday

We Play Wednesday

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come play at Barney library. Time for caregivers and children to form friendships! Parents can chat while children play in the Gallery turned playroom! Drop in for a few minutes or

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Come play at Barney library. Time for caregivers and children to form friendships! Parents can chat while children play in the Gallery turned playroom! Drop in for a few minutes or stay the whole time. No registration required.  ...
illustration of children playing with water table

Patio Play!

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Library Garden Patio at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 5 and under. Visit our outdoor patio any time between 9:30 and 11:00 AM to play with our water table, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Library Garden Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Ages 5 and under. Visit our outdoor patio any time between 9:30 and 11:00 AM to play with our water table, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles. ...
word may with butterflies and flowers

Celebrate May

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Celebrate [season]:

Ages 2 - 5. Celebrate the season!  Come for a special story time and craft. Sing and dance, be prepared to get messy! PLEASE REGISTER

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Ages 2 - 5. Celebrate the season!  Come for a special story time and craft. Sing and dance, be prepared to get messy!

PLEASE REGISTER

Rubber Duck

Rubber Duck Hunt @ the Barney

All Day 6/1 - 6/29
Barney Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by the Barney Library in the month of June and take part in our Rubber Duck Hunt.  If you find a library duck, the next step is simple, just bring the duck to the fron

Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Stop by the Barney Library in the month of June and take part in our Rubber Duck Hunt.  If you find a library duck, the next step is simple, just bring the duck to the front desk and be entered to win a prize! One duck per person, and we k...
dump truck clip art

Construction Zone!

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
J Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Calling all construction fans, you're invited to our Construction Zone! The Children's Program Room will be filled with crafts, activities, and a movie, all trucks- and building-th

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Calling all construction fans, you're invited to our Construction Zone! The Children's Program Room will be filled with crafts, activities, and a movie, all trucks- and building-themed.  Come have fun with us! ...
silhouette of a ballerina

Meet the Ballerina

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Jay Johnston Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Music, Dance, & Film, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 are invited to participate in a modified dance class and have the opportunity to meet a ballerina from the Hartt School of Danc

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Dance, & Film, Special Event
Event Details:
Children ages 3-5 are invited to participate in a modified dance class and have the opportunity to meet a ballerina from the Hartt School of Dance! ...
Bee hive and honey

Jones Apiary Honeybee Program

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Jay Johnston Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

What's the Buzzzz all about!? The American Beekeeping Federation presents this year's Honey Queen who travels the country to promote the honeybee. Learn about every aspect of the h

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
What's the Buzzzz all about!? The American Beekeeping Federation presents this year's Honey Queen who travels the country to promote the honeybee. Learn about every aspect of the honeybee, beekeeping and the beekeeping industry. There will be a take-...

Disclaimer(s)

Ages 11 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
Hug-A-Tree badge

Hug A Tree and Survive

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

The Hug-A-Tree and Survive program is designed to teach children ages 5-12 how to keep from getting lost, what to do if they become lost, how to stay warm and dry, and how they can

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:
The Hug-A-Tree and Survive program is designed to teach children ages 5-12 how to keep from getting lost, what to do if they become lost, how to stay warm and dry, and how they can help searchers to find them. Search and Rescue Officer Deb Monde and ...
outdoor storytime

Patio Storytime

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Garden Patio at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun, drop-in storytime on our garden patio!  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Library Garden Patio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Enjoy a fun, drop-in storytime on our garden patio!   ...