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"May-rio" Nintendo Switch Tournament

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:
Grades 6-12: Join us for some friendly competition and Nintendo-themed prizes at our May-rio Nintendo Switch Tournament. Let's GO! ...

Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
MOTHER GOOSE on the LOOSE Ages 18 months - 4 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how t...

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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.

Wonderful Ones (NWL)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:
WONDERFUL ONES Ages 13-23 Months This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Energetic storytime to match the energy of beginning walkers! For active one-year olds with books, songs, and rhymes with emphasis on repetiti...

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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.

YMCA - Build Skills and Friendships (NWL)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Description:
Join the YMCA Child development staff of the West Hartford Y on Monday, May 6 from 5 to 6 PM, to socialize, explore, and create structures with building blocks, or color at our coloring station. Parents must be present with child. Meets in the Noah W...

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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.

Teen D&D: Curse of Strahd

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Description:
This campaign is currently full. Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Email us at whpldnd@gmail.com. ...

Much To Do With LGBTQ+

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Description:
  Join us for a presentation from UCONN Health on all things LGBTQ+. This presentation is an excellent chance to learn about a wide range of topics such as terminology, allyship, and how to create safe spaces. There will also be a focus on ho...

Shakespeare Book Club (Hybrid)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Description:
FOR INFORMATION ON ACCESSING OUR 2023-2024 SEASON via ZOOM, please EMAIL: bard@westhartfordlibrary.org Virtual programs by Capital Classics Theatre Company https://www.capitalclassics.org/ at West Hartford Public Library. Al...

Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
MOTHER GOOSE on the LOOSE Ages 18 months - 4 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how t...

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.

Preschool ART Explorers (NWL)

10:15am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:
Preschool ART Explorers Ages 3-5 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Let’s explore our world through movement, art, and sensory materials. Children will strengthen fine and gross motor muscles while creati...

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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.

West Hartford Tabletop Game Club

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Magazine Room
Age Group: Adult
Description:
The West Hartford Tabletop Game Club is a friendly, inclusive, and accessible tabletop role playing game group for adults of ALL experience levels! Whether you’ve never played a game in your life or you’re a seasoned GM, this group is for you. We are...

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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.

Night Owls Book Group (Virtual)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion Group
Description:
Join us on the first Tuesday evening of each month to discuss great books. If you are interested in joining, please contact Andrew Piro, apiro@westhartfordct.gov. Find more information on book discussion groups on our webpage: https://ww...

Mother Goose on the Loose (BC)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
MOTHER GOOSE on the LOOSE Ages 18 months - 4years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to...

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.

Terrific Two's (NWL)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:
TERRIFIC TWO'S Ages 2 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Join us for this story time geared just for twos! A fun combination of stories, music, and movement awaits your two year old! Meets on Wednesday...

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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.

Bouncing Babies (BC)

11:15am - 11:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
BOUNCING BABIES Ages Newborn - 18 months This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. 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 ...

Mini Movers (NWL)

11:30am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:
MINI MOVERS Ages 1-5 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. 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)

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.

Lego Club

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:
LEGO CLUB Grades K-4 This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Calling all Lego builders ... let's construct & create! The second Wednesday of the month at 3:30 to 4:15 pm is for building. Lego club meets on We...

Teen Advisory Board 2023-2024

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Staff
Description:
Meeting of the 2023-2024 Teen Advisory Board. ...

Teen D&D: Dragonlance

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Description:
This campaign is currently full. Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Email us at whpldnd@gmail.com. ...

"Viva l'anarchia" - The Sacco-Vanzetti Case (Virtual)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: Noah Webster Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 498
Description:
THIS PROGRAM IS A VIRTUAL-ONLY EVENT. REGISTER BELOW BY LEAVING YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS TO RECEIVE LOGIN AND CALL-IN INSTRUCTIONS (SENT TO YOU ONE DAY BEFORE THE PROGRAM).  The Sacco-Vanzetti Case caused a world-wide sensation ...

Family Storytime (BC)

10:15am - 10:45am
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
FAMILY STORYTIME All ages A storytime with stories and music for the whole family where children of all ages are welcome! No registration required. Meets on Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:15 AM at Bishops Corner. Please n...

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.

2's and 3's (NWL)

10:30am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
2's and 3's Ages 2-3 This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Storytime for 2’s and 3’s with familiar routine to focus on listening, following directions, and having fun! Adults must attend with child. Meets ...

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.

Adult Crafternoons: Tissue Paper Flowers (FX)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:
IN-PERSON PROGRAM Join us for Adult Crafternoons! This month we are making vibrant flowers out of tissue paper and wire. Bring home a timeless bouquet!  Space is limited. Registration required. Please register for ONLY Faxon OR Bishop...

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.

West Hartford Fiction Writers (Virtual)

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing Group
Description:
WEST HARTFORD FICTION WRITERS HAVE GONE VIRTUAL! FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO ACCESS MEETINGS VIA ZOOM, EMAIL: fiction@westhartfordlibrary.org Library-sponsored fiction writers' group for adults meets monthly on the second Thursday at 7:00P...