Youth Services: Children and Teens

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The Farmington Libraries provide a dynamic and welcoming space for youth of all ages, offering various educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities. The Farmington Library Children's Department serves children from birth through Grade 6, along with their caregivers and those who work with children, creating a hub of activity with engaging programs and resources. For teens in grades 7–12, the Teen Space provides a dedicated area with programs such as gaming, crafting, and test preparation, along with a diverse collection of books, graphic novels, video games, and board games. Visit the Barney Library at 71 Main Street where a dedicated Children's Room and Teen/Tween Loft offer even more collections and programs. Whether you're looking to explore new titles, discover fun activities, or connect with others, Youth Services at The Farmington Libraries has something for everyone!

Children's Events

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

Afterschool LEGO Lab

3:45pm–4:30pm
Children, Elementary, Tween
Barney Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Tween
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
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Kids ages 8 to 12 can sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime!  Build and code to create amazing LEGO models that come to life. Space is limited, registration is required.

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

Tinkering Tweens: DIY Snow Globes

5:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Tween
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience.

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.
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

10:00am–10:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Barney Library
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for a lively story and some fun dancing in the Hoppin Gallery at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street! This drop-in program is perfect for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with a caregiver. No registration needed—just come ready to enjoy music, movement, and a great time together!

Teen Events

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Teen Advisory Board

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our first ever T.A.B. meeting! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Switch Tournament: Super Smash Bros

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

It's Friday, time to game to win!

Get ready to SMASH! Fight your friends in multiple arenas to be the final victor of Smash Bros!

This Switch Tournament is open to friends in Grades 7-12! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teens Try It: Makerspace Hodge Podge

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Friends if Grades 7-12 can drop in to this program in the Teen Space during after school time to try something new! Learn a new skill, try a DIY, make a craft, the possibilities are endless! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

News & Updates

Halloween Costumes on a clothing rack

Why put away those costumes you’re not going to use next year?

The Children’s Department at the Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive is accepting new or gently used Halloween costumes for children, teens, and adults!

What will be accepted :

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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

The Farmington Libraries’ 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a fun, exciting, and free way to start your child on the path to success! Any child ages birth to five years can participate. Just follow these steps:

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