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 "Infant/Toddler" group

Book Babies

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

Join Miss Shana or Miss Amy for 30 minutes of books, finger plays and songs perfect for ages 0 to 24 month. This lapsit storytime is the perfect introduction to storytimes for babies and caregivers. 

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

Candy Houses

6:15pm–7:15pm
Children, Elementary, Tween
Farmington Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Farmington Library to make a "sweet" house for the Winter season. Supplies will be provided; registration is needed for each child separately.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Tots and Tunes

9:30am–10:00am
Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Farmington Library
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop-in program.

This high-energy music and movement class will have us dancing and laughing!  We'll start with a story and then move to the music.

 

 

Teen Events

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teens: Spill the Tea!

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Farmington Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Teen Librarian Lex and gab, chatter, blather, chit-chat, communicate, converse, and enjoy a cup of tea. Let’s talk about books, movies, anime, what you’re up to, what’s on your mind, and anything else! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Teens: Solstice in a Jar Craft

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

Get ready for the return of the Sun by making your own endless flame to light your way through the long months following Winter Solstice. 

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 Biblio Box

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

Sign up for some fun treats and a hand selected library book picked just for you! 

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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