Upcoming Events

This special craft hour happens every other month at the Barney Library. From tie-dying, scrapbooking, soap making and mindful doodling, each session we revisit a classic or try something new. It's all about having fun! 

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

We'll be making a coconut lime sugar scrub. Exfoliating, moisturizing, and invigorating! Perfect fresh scent for summer!

Curious about Botany the board game? Interested in learning how to play but don't want to spend hours on YouTube? Need a refresher or shaky with the rules? Come to our Learn to Play Botany!

This week we are making throw pillow cases! Walk away with a pair of jungle themed pillow coverings to switch up your decor. Use fabric paint, iron-on vinyl and stencils to bring a little bit of the jungle into your home. 

Join the Farmington Artists Circle at the Barney Library to talk about how we might build a more connected cultural art community here in Farmington.

There is time for public comment at each regularly scheduled Board meeting. Should you wish to speak please register with the Administration office.

Adventure Awaits at The Farmington Libraries Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, June 18 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM!

Join us for a moderated conversation with Rich Cohen. We’ll explore the local connections of this story, and the investigative journalism techniques crucial to true crime accounting.

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the library shelves!). When you arrive head upstairs to Information Services, there's a variety of seating options.

Getting started on your home garden, or looking to expand it? Learn how to turn your plant cuttings into more plants in this hands-on propagation workshop! We will cover the whole process from pruning to potting.

This month we're making: Air Dry Clay Trinket Trays

Get out of the heat and join us for a special Summer screening of Jungle Cruise (2021,rated PG-13) at the Barney Library.

Join us for a hands-on terrarium workshop where creativity meets calm. In this guided session, you’ll create your own miniature garden using beautiful plants, natural materials, and your unique sense of design—no green thumb needed. 

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

We'll be using air-dry clay to create and paint this jewelry dish that looks just like a monstera leaf. Perfect for our Rainforest Summer Reading theme!

Drop in for this freestyle craft afternoon--no instructions, no project. Join us in the Hoppin Gallery where we'll have available a variety of supplies. Bring a project you're already working on, or just let the creative juices flow.

Join the Farmington Artists Circle at the Barney Library to talk about how we might build a more connected cultural art community here in Farmington.

Join us on Monday, July 14 at 10:00 AM for Invasive Plants as Food at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street.