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Babytime (NWL)

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Other
Age Group:
Children, Infant
Babytime:

Ages newborn - 15 months: Informal gathering for conversation and play. Parent or caregiver must accompany each child. No registration required.

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Infant
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Other

Ages newborn - 15 months: Informal gathering for conversation and play. Parent or caregiver must accompany each child. 

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.

Logo: New Yorker Discussion Group

New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual)

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
NWL Board Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adult
New Yorker Discussion Group:

Join your fellow New Yorker readers for this weekly moderated discussion of the previous issue. Meetings are held in a hybrid format, both in person and over Zoom. How to...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups

Join your fellow New Yorker readers for this weekly moderated discussion of the previous issue. Meetings are held in a hybrid format, both in person and over Zoom. 

How to participate: Contact newyorker@westhartfordlibrary.org.

This program is generously supported by the Thomas F. Kilfoil Memorial Bequest, West Hartford Library Foundation.

About this group  |  Discussion Agreements & Guidelines 

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.

Translation Club

Conard Translation Club Presents: Multilingual Storytime (FX)

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
FX Community Room at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Language Learning
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Description:

Ages 3-5: Students from Conard High School's Translation Club will read 2 popular children's books in English and their home languages. Hear stories in Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, ...

Required
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime, Language Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:

Ages 3-5: Students from Conard High School's Translation Club will read 2 popular children's books in English and their home languages.

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.

Image of the workshop presenter playing guitar.

Jazz Guitar 101 (NWL)

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
NWL Studio 20 South at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Studio 20 South
Age Group:
Adult, Teen
Description:

Ages 12 & up. Ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? Join us in this hands-on workshop to learn the basics of jazz guitar. Topics covered include vocabulary, harm...

Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture, Studio 20 South
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Ages 12 & up. Ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? Join us in this hands-on workshop to learn the basics of jazz guitar.

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
FX Children's Area at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Mother Goose on the Loose:

Ages 18 months - 4 years: Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to express emotions. Program is...

Required
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Ages 18 months - 4 years: Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to express emotions. Program is for the child and caregiver.

This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.

  • Please register for only one series per child.
  • Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.
  • Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.
  • If your child is sick, please stay home.

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.

Wonderful Ones (NWL)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Wonderful Ones:

Ages 13-23 months: 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 m...

Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Ages 13-23 months: 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. This program is for the child and caregiver.

This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.

  • Please register for only one series per child.
  • Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.
  • Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.
  • If your child is sick, please stay home.

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.

Teens playing D&D

Teen D&D: Curse of Strahd (NWL)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
NWL Teen Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Age Group:
Teen
Teen D&D:

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

Description:

This campaign is currently full.

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.

Yarn

Teen Crochet Club (NWL)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Age Group:
Teen
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.Registration required. ...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Arts, Crafts, & Technology
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.

Logo: Shakespeare Book Club

Shakespeare Book Club (NWL & Virtual)

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
NWL Board Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

FOR INFORMATION ON ACCESSING OUR 2024-2025 SEASON via ZOOM, please EMAIL: bard@westhartfordlibrary.orgVirtual programs by Capital Classics Theatre Company https://ww...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Description:

FOR INFORMATION ON ACCESSING OUR 2024-2025 SEASON via ZOOM, please EMAIL: bard@westhartfordlibrary.org

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.

Family Storytime (NWL)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Family Storytime:

All ages: A storytime with stories and music for the whole family! Children of all ages are welcome. Program is for the child and caregiver.No registration required.

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime

All ages: A storytime with stories and music for the whole family! Children of all ages are welcome. Program is for the child and caregiver.

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.

Craft Lab (FX)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
FX Children's Area at Faxon Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Description:

Experiment with various materials and strengthen fine motor skills to make super-simple arts and crafts, followed by free play time.This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. ...

Required
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
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.

Mini Movers (NWL)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts, & Culture, Other
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Mini Movers:

Ages 1-5: Spend a fun-filled morning of music with toddlers and preschoolers. Dance to great children's music, play musical instruments, and swing scarves. Program is for the child...

Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Ages 1-5: Spend a fun-filled morning of music with toddlers and preschoolers. Dance to great children's music, play musical instruments, and swing scarves. Program is for the child and caregiver.

This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.

  • Please register for only one series per child.
  • Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.
  • Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.
  • If your child is sick, please stay home.

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.

Logo - Fiber Arts Book Club

Fiber Arts Book Club (NWL & Virtual)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
NWL Board Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Fiber Arts Book Club:

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 h...

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.

person gluing decorations to picture frame

Adult Crafternoons: Upcycled Frames (BC)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
BC Storytime Room at Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

To celebrate Earth Day, we will be reviving and decorating thrifted picture frames. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration ...

Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

To celebrate Earth Day, we will be reviving and decorating thrifted picture frames. 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.

Teens playing D&D

Teen D&D w/ Colin (NWL)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Age Group:
Teen
Teen D&D:

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

Description:

THIS CAMPAIGN IS FULL

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 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.

Mayor's Youth Council

West Hartford Mayor's Youth Council (Off-Site)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teen
Mayor's Youth Council:

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...

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.

About this group

Photo: The Great Gatsby

Author Talk: Rob Kyff and "Gatsby's Secrets" (NWL)

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

What makes F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby so compelling and enduring? As we mark the centennial of the novel’s publication, Rob Kyff, author of the new book Gatsby’s S...

Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Music, Arts, & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 63
Description:

What makes F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby so compelling and enduring?

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose (BC)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
BC Storytime Room at Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Mother Goose on the Loose:

Ages 18 months - 4 years: Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to express emotions. Program is...

Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Ages 18 months - 4 years: Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to express emotions. Program is for the child and caregiver.

This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.

  • Please register for only one series per child.
  • Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.
  • Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.
  • If your child is sick, please stay home.

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 Storytime (NWL)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool
Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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.

Bouncing Babies (BC)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am
BC Storytime Room at Bishops Corner Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant
Bouncing Babies:

Ages newborn - 15 months: 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. Program is ...

Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Ages newborn - 15 months: 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. Program is for the child and caregiver.

This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.

  • Please register for only one series per child.
  • Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.
  • Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.
  • If your child is sick, please stay home.

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.

Youth Leadership Academy

Teen Mental Health First Aid Training Series: Youth Leadership Academy (NWL)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Teen
Description:

Grades 9-12: Teen Mental Health First Aid (TMHFA) teaches teens grades 9-12 how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among the...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Description:

Grades 9-12: Teen Mental Health First Aid (TMHFA) teaches teens grades 9-12 how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their friends and peers, and how to better cope with

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.

Lego Club (NWL)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Age Group:
Children
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. For grades K-4. This program require...

Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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.

TAB

Teen Advisory Board (NWL & Virtual)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
NWL Board Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teen
Teen Advisory Board:

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...

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

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.

Teens playing D&D

Teen D&D: Wild Beyond the Witchlight (NWL)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
NWL Teen Room at Noah Webster Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Age Group:
Teen
Teen D&D:

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

Description:

THIS CAMPAIGN IS FULL

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 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.