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Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)

10:15am - 10:45am
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns and how to express emotions.

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Wonderful Ones (NWL)

10:15am - 10:45am
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Energetic storytime to match the energy of beginning walkers! For active one-year olds with books, songs, and rhymes with emphasis on repetition for developing minds.

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Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Description:

Grades 6-12: Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Contact us at whpldnd@gmail.com.

Dungeons & Dragons @ WHPL

This campaign is currently full.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Crochet Club (NWL)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Grades 6-12: Learn the basics of crochet while making fun and functional items! Open to beginners and experienced crochet artists. Supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups

Join your fellow fiction writers monthly on the second Thursday over to give and receive feedback. A knowledgeable volunteer moderator is selected from the group each month. New attendees are welcome! Only those attending regularly qualify to have their fiction reviewed by the group. Meetings are held in a hybrid format, both in person and over Zoom. 

How to participate: Contact us at fiction@westhartfordlibrary.org.

About this group

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Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Cookbook Club (NWL)

6:15pm - 7:45pm
Adult
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs, Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle

Do you enjoy trying new recipes? Do you like tasting new things and discussing them with others? Then come to one of our monthly Cookbook Club events! 

How to participate: Contact Sara Bartelmo, sbartelmo@westhartfordct.gov.

About this group

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infant" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime (NWL)

10:15am - 10:45am
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A storytime with stories & music for the whole family where children of all ages are welcome! (No registration required.)

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Craft Lab (FX)

10:15am - 11:00am
Toddler, Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Children's Area
Age Group: Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Experiment with various materials and strengthen fine motor skills to make super-simple arts and crafts, followed by free play time

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs, Language Learning

The Building Connections Book Club is for West Hartford Advanced English learners who want to develop their English reading and communication skills in a diverse, inspiring, and encouraging environment. Participants will be given reading material each week and then meet in a group to ask questions and discuss the text.

How to participate: Contact Elizabeth Hanlon, eemhanlon@gmail.com, or (860) 305-1786.

Funding for this program provided by The Hartford Foundation West Hartford Greater Together Community Fund.

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Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

This event is in the "Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Mini Movers (NWL)

11:00am - 11:30am
Toddler, Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Music, Arts, & Culture, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Spend a fun filled morning of music with toddlers and preschoolers. Dance to great children's music, play musical instruments, and swing scarves.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs, Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Arts, Crafts, & Technology

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss a book and your knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving, felting, or other yarn-related crafts. Meetings are held in a hybrid format, both in person and over Zoom. 

How to participate: Contact us at fiberarts@westhartfordlibrary.org.

About this group  |  Code of Conduct & Club Agreements

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Create beautiful and heartfelt valentines for the special people in your life! All materials will be provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Grades 6-12: Create beautiful and heartfelt valentines for the special people in your life! All materials will be provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen D&D with Colin (NWL)

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Description:

Grades 6-12: Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Contact us at whpldnd@gmail.com.

Dungeons & Dragons @ WHPL

This campaign is currently full.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Other

MYC is a council of students in grades 9-12 who represent different public, private, and home schools in West Hartford. They meet twice a month (1 council meeting, one work session) from September-May to help plan and facilitate community impact projects that improve the quality of life of West Hartford youth. They also work with local departments and organizations to help with town-wide initiatives as they arise.

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This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture
Description:

Enjoy conversation and light refreshments with local artist Jon Eastman to celebrate his exhibit in the Noah Webster Gallery.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:

Grades 6-12: Let's Go! Join us for a friendly Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament at NWL. Have fun, meet other players, and compete for prizes. You may bring a Switch or Joy-Cons with you, but it is not necessary.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Mother Goose on the Loose (BC)

10:15am - 10:45am
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Description:

Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to express emotions.

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime (NWL)

10:15am - 10:45am
Children, Preschool
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Join us for engaging stories, music, movement, and games that focus on listening, turn taking and having fun. Adults must attend with child.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infant" group.

Bouncing Babies (BC)

11:15am - 11:45am
Children, Infant
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:

Welcome BC babies! We will read a brief story, sing a few interactive songs, and have playtime for babies and adults to make some new friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Lego Club (NWL)

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Calling all Lego builders ... let's construct & create! The second (2nd) Wednesday of the month at 3:30 to 4:15 pm is for building.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Other

Grades 7-12: The Teen Advisory Board is a volunteer-based club for teen students in 7th-12th grade. Members of TAB assist the Teen Room staff in various tasks that include creating and leading teen programs, social media marketing, teen book curation, and more.

If you are interested in joining TAB, or have any other questions please contact Kari Karp at kkarp@westhartfordCT.gov. Members are usually selected in September but may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

About TAB

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Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen D&D: Dragonlance (NWL)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Description:

Grades 6-12: Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Contact us at whpldnd@gmail.com.

Dungeons & Dragons @ WHPL

This campaign is currently full.

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Calling all chocolate lovers! If you simply love chocolate and cooking or would like to learn to make some elegant desserts and chocolates, join us for this delicious workshop with chocolatier Maria Brandriff. 

Disclaimer(s)

Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.