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Teen Tuesdays @ Studio 20: DIY Earrings and Charms (NWL)

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
NWL Studio 20 South at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 9-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio has to offer. Each month we will try out a new ...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 9-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio has to offer. Each month we will try out a new project.

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A Collage of Things to Come: Vision Boards for the New Year (NWL)

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
NWL Magazine Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

All ages: Looking to make some big changes in the new year? Join Studio 20 South in this January tradition and create a vision board with your intentions for 2026. Using drawing, t...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Magazine Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Tween, Family
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

All ages: Looking to make some big changes in the new year? Join Studio 20 South in this January tradition and create a vision board with your intentions for 2026.

Join or Die

Film & Discussion: Join or Die (NWL)

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Join us for a screening of the documentary Join or Die followed by a facilitated discussion with Professor Julie Choffel and Adrienne Billings-Smith.About the FilmIn this Emmy-nomi...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Film Screenings
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for a screening of the documentary Join or Die followed by a facilitated discussion with Professor Julie Choffel and Adrienne Billings-Smith.

Understanding Your Dog

Understanding Your Dog (NWL)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Join Jack Cunniff from Planet Bark to gain a better understanding of your furry companion's needs and behaviors. Jack will provide basic information for attendees to learn about wh...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Registration Required
Description:
Join Jack Cunniff from Planet Bark to gain a better understanding of your furry companion's needs and behaviors.
Teen English Cafe - illustration of coffee cup with heart

Teen English Café (Off-Site)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off-site

Description:

Grades 9-12: Join the Immigrant Youth Advocates at a cozy coffee shop to practice your English and meet new people! Teens who sign up will be given 1 FREE drink at the program. Joi...

Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Language Learning
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 9-12: Join the Immigrant Youth Advocates at a cozy coffee shop to practice your English and meet new people!

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Gardening Workshop Series: Winter Sowing (NWL)

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Learn how to use the winter sowing method to grow your own native wildflowers and grasses in recycled containers. This workshop will cover the benefits of this method of germinatin...

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

Learn how to use the winter sowing method to grow your own native wildflowers and grasses in recycled containers.

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Tween Tuesdays (NWL)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for crafts, baking, technology and more. January 20 – Minute to Win It GamesMarch 17- March-mallow Ma...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for crafts, baking, technology and more. 

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Demystifying Dyslexia (NWL)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Dyslexia touches the lives of one in five children, yet it’s often misunderstood. Join literacy consultant Barb Golub to explore what dyslexia is, what it isn’t, how to spot common...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Registration Required
Description:

Dyslexia touches the lives of one in five children, yet it’s often misunderstood.

Mug design

Teen Tuesdays @ Studio 20: Make Your Own Mug (NWL)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
NWL Studio 20 South at Noah Webster Library

Description:

This program was originally scheduled for 12/2.Grades 9-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio ...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

This program was originally scheduled for 12/2.

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Sensory-Friendly Storytime (NWL)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Ages 2-5: Join us for a welcoming and inclusive storytime designed for children with unique sensory needs. Not only will we dim the lights and limit the distractions, but we’ll als...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 2-5: Join us for a welcoming and inclusive storytime designed for children with unique sensory needs.

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A Collage of Things to Come: Vision Boards for the New Year (NWL)

10:30am–12:30pm
Adult, Teen, Children, Tween, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Magazine Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Children, Tween, Family
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

All ages: Looking to make some big changes in the new year? Join Studio 20 South in this January tradition and create a vision board with your intentions for 2026.

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)

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

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

Family Storytime (BC)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime 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. This program is for the child and their caregiver.

No registration required.

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.

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

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

Finding Balance: The Japanese Art of Notan (NWL)

5:45pm–7:30pm
Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

All ages: Discover the beauty of Notan, a traditional Japanese art concept that focuses on the harmony between light and dark shapes.

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 (BC)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime 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. This program is for the child and their caregiver.

No registration required.

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.

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

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

Family Storytime (BC)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime 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. This program is for the child and their caregiver.

No registration required.

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.

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

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

Family Storytime (BC)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime 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. This program is for the child and their caregiver.

No registration required.

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.

Take Your Child to the Library Day (NWL)

10:00am–4:00pm
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Program Type: Storytime, Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Description:

All ages: Join us for the 15th Annual Take Your Child to the Library Day! This worldwide initiative started right here in Connecticut in 2011. Join us for a day of fun and library magic!

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.

If You Love It, Button It! (NWL)

11:00am–1:00pm
Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

All ages: In this month of love, we invite you to create the heart you can wear on your sleeve...

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)

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

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

Striped Magazine Animals (NWL)

5:45pm–7:30pm
Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

All ages: Join Studio 20 South for an act of artistic, decorative upcycling.  Create a bold piece of silhouette art inspired by the natural world using collage techniques and reclaimed magazine imagery.

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 (BC)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime 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. This program is for the child and their caregiver.

No registration required.

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.

Saturday Night Sketching at Junk Pot Studio (Off-site)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adult, Teen, Tween, Family
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

PLEASE NOTE: This program is taking place at Junk Pot Studio, 604 New Park Avenue, West Hartford.

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.

BookWyrm Fest (NWL)

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult, Children, Teen, Family
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: Noah Webster Library
Age Group: Adult, Children, Teen, Family
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Music, Arts, & Culture, Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Description:

BookWyrm Fest is West Hartford’s annual celebration of all things adventure, fantasy, board games, live action roleplaying (LARP), and

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.