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Dark Sky - Help Save Connecticut's Migratory Birds

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Children
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Children
Program Type: Lectures & Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gardening Under the Stars: Saving Our Nocturnal Pollinators & Our Health

Silent Book Club

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Barney Library
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! 

Generations Club: Age Cafe

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Teens
Farmington Library
Cancelled
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.

Adult Biblio Box

All Day
Adults
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Grab and Go
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Teen Tech Help

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Adults, Teens
Farmington Library
Cancelled
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need help with technology? Stop by the Teen Space to meet with one of our teen volunteers for tech help!

Register for a reminder.

Open to teens and adults who need tech help!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Learn to Play Star Wars Unlimited Card Game

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Teens
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about Star Wars Unlimited card 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 Star Wars Unlimited!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Monthly Makers

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Barney Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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're making: Paper Bird Garland

 

Please note there's no Monthly Makers in April so registration for May's event will open April 10 at 9:00 AM. 

Farmington Artists Circle

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Barney Library
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

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.

Adult Take-and-Make Program: Polymer Clay Earrings

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adults
Farmington Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Grab and Go
Registration Required
Event Details:

You've seen them online and in craft shops, now try to make your own polymer clay earrings. 

 

 

Into the Archives: Celebrating Farmington Libraries History

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Farmington Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

The period following the Second World War saw a major increase in population and education initiatives in Farmington and Unionville that continued through the devastation of the 1955 Flood and the redevelopment of Unionville’s center in the 1960s.

THE NO BOOK BOOK CLUB

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Barney Library
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.

Tea Blending Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft your very own loose leaf tea bag with various different herbs and extracts. Explore new flavors and get to take home your very own crafted teabag. 

Maker 101: Tea Box Holder

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Teens
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

This week we are making boxes to hold tea bags! Walk away with a cute container from the Cricut and some delicious tea to try. 

The Shape of Words: Poetry Workshop and Reading

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Barney Library
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibits & Art Shows, Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Join us at the Barney Library for The Shape of Words — a poetry workshop and readings hosted by Kelly Fowler and including a reception for the Reframed art exhibition by Eddie Hall. Refreshm

Speed Puzzling @ the Barney

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Barney Library
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!

Teen Tech Help

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Adults, Teens
Farmington Library
Cancelled
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need help with technology? Stop by the Teen Space to meet with one of our teen volunteers for tech help!

Register for a reminder.

Open to teens and adults who need tech help!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

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

Growing in Communication & Connection: A Couples Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

This couples workshop is hosted by relationship expert, Elizabeth Hester, LPC & Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist.  This workshop provides an opportunity for couples to experience a launching pad towards identifying, underst

LIBRARY CLOSED

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

LIBRARY CLOSED

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

Novel Ideas

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Barney Library
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, 2:00 PM. Pick up a copy of the current book at the Barney Library service desk. All are welcome, no registration required!

Hartford Symphony's Summer Preview of the Talcott Mountain Music Festival

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to bring back their Summer Music program!  To get everyone ready, a string quartet will be performing musical selections from our pop series to be held this summer.

Farmington Cultural District Live Art Walk

12:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages, Adults, Teens, Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Tween
Barney Library
Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Teens, Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Celebrations
Event Details:

The Farmington Cultural District is hosting a vibrant celebration of art and community at the Live Art Walk!

Adult Biblio Box

All Day
Adults
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Grab and Go
Registration Required
Event Details:

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