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Maker Fair

1:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages, Adults, Teens, Children
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Teens, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Skill Building, STEM
Event Details:

Visit the Farmington Library on Sunday, March 22 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM for the next Maker Fair!

Enjoy demonstrations, hands-on crafting, and experiments happening throughout the library for all ages.

We Play Wednesday

9:30am–11:00am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Barney Library
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Celebrations

Come play at Barney Library. Time for caregivers and children to form friendships! Parents can chat while children play in the Hoppin Gallery turned playroom! Drop in for a few minutes or stay the whole time. No registration required. 

Children's Author Talk: The Lucky Husky

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Celebrations, Lectures & Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a fan of UConn Basketball? Love Huskies?

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.

We Play Saturday

9:30am–11:00am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Barney Library
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Celebrations
Event Details:

Come play with some toys at the Barney Library. Open play time with our toys! Drop in, no registration required perfect for ages 1-5.

Teen Saturday!

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's the weekend! Time to relax, unwind, and have fun! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Miss Laura's Retirement Celebration Hour!

4:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages, Adults, Teens, Children
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Tween Space
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Teens, Children
Program Type: Celebrations
Event Details:

Miss Laura is retiring! Come stop by the Tween Space to say goodbye, drop off a letter, and wish Miss Laura all the best!

Energy in Action Mobile Interactive Exhibit

2:00pm–2:30pm
Children
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Main Library Lawn
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Celebrations, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Energy in Action is an innovative mobile learning experience that empowers students to become part of an energy-efficient generation.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Energy in Action Mobile Interactive Exhibit

2:45pm–3:15pm
Children
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Main Library Lawn
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Celebrations, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Energy in Action is an innovative mobile learning experience that empowers students to become part of an energy-efficient generation.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Celebrate April

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Storytime
Registration Required

Celebrate the season with us each month at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street! Designed for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers, this fun-filled program features seasonal stories followed by a hands-on craft. We might use paints, markers, or even clay—so be sure to wear clothes that can get messy. Registration required, so be sure to sign up and join the fun!

Teen: Earth Day Planters

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Celebrations, Hobbies & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Come to the Teen Space after school on Earth Day to decorate a planter and plant your own mini succulent! 

This program is open to teens in Grades 7-12. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Star Wars Day

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

Visit the Barney Library on Monday, May 4 to celebrate the universe of Star Wars! We will have activity sheets and Star Wars-themed stickers and fun to take home while supplies last.


 

Teens: Karaoke Half Day!

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Celebrations
Event Details:

It's a half day! Come on down to the Community Room to sing your heart out! We'll have an open Karaoke mic, and a variety of songs to choose from! 

This program is drop in and open to friends in Grades 7-12. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Celebrate May

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Barney Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Storytime
Registration Required

Celebrate the season with us each month at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street! Designed for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers, this fun-filled program features seasonal stories followed by a hands-on craft. We might use paints, markers, or even clay—so be sure to wear clothes that can get messy. Registration required, so be sure to sign up and join the fun!

Dance & Learn Spanish

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Elementary, Tween
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Yoli Terrazas, founder of Language with Yoli and get ready for Dance & Learn Spanish: an interactive program that blends Spanish language learning with the joy of Latin dance.

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

LIBRARY CLOSED

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

LIBRARY CLOSED - STAFF DEVELOPMENT

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

FARMINGTON LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day 5/27–5/28
Farmington Library
Closing
Branches:
Farmington Library
Description:

As we transition to a new library system the Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive will be closed to the public on Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28.  

LIBRARY CLOSED

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

BARNEY LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day 6/1–6/2
Barney Library
Closing
Branches:
Barney Library
Description:

As we transition to a new library system the Barney Library, 71 Main Street will be closed to the public on Monday, June 1 and Tuesday, June 2.

The Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive will be open for browsing.

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

LIBRARY CLOSED

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site

LIBRARY CLOSED

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