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Father's Day Audio Time Capsule: A Parent-Child Interview Experience (NWL)

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 3:30pm
NWL Studio 20 South at Noah Webster Library

Description:

This Father's Day, give the gift of conversation. Join us to record a heartfelt parent-child interview—a chance to ask meaningful questions, share stories, and preserve a moment in...

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

This Father's Day, give the gift of conversation. Join us to record a heartfelt parent-child interview—a chance to ask meaningful questions, share stories, and preserve a moment in time.

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Juneteenth Storytime with Charnaie Gordon (NWL)

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Ages 3-6: Let’s celebrate Juneteenth with children’s author Charnaie Gordon as she reads her newest book, Black Joy.This program is for the child and their caregiver. Registra...

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

Ages 3-6: Let’s celebrate Juneteenth with children’s author Charnaie Gordon as she reads her newest book, Black Joy.

This program is for the child and their caregiver. 

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Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off Party (NWL)

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
NWL Outdoors at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 6-12: Kick off Summer Reading at the West Hartford Public Library! Stop by Monday, June 16 from 6-7PM in Blue Back Square to get your library card, learn more about teen sum...

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Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Outdoors
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Grades 6-12: Kick off Summer Reading at the West Hartford Public Library!

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Steam Lab (NWL)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades K-1: Join us for a STEAM storytime where we’ll read a picture book and explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts with a hands-on activity. This intera...

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

Grades K-1: Join us for a STEAM storytime where we’ll read a picture book and explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts with a hands-on activity.

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What Exactly Is "Ugliness"? (NWL)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

What is “ugliness”? Why are we afraid of it? How does it inform our personal, cultural, and political lives? Moshtari Hilal, born in Afghanistan and living in Germany, ex...

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

What is “ugliness”?

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Summer Reading Kickoff with The Poop Museum© (Off-site)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off-site

Description:

Grades K-6: Join Susie Maguire from The Poop Museum© to learn about the serious science of poop and pooping. This program is the perfect combinat...

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Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades K-6: Join Susie Maguire from The Poop Museum© to learn about the serious science of poop and pooping. This program is the perfect combination of fun and fabulous, fascinating facts!

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Who Is Inez Temple? Rediscovering a West Hartford Figure (NWL)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

West Hartford’s history is made up of a patchwork of citizens born here and those who made it their adopted home. West Hartford resident Inez Temple—playwright, poet, painter, cost...

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

West Hartford’s history is made up of a patchwork of citizens born here and those who made it their adopted home.

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Sensory Explorers: Rainbows (NWL)

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Ages 18-35 months: Discover the vibrant colors of the rainbow through a multi-sensory experience! Engage in hands-on activities that stimulate sight, touch, and more, making learni...

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

Ages 18-35 months: Discover the vibrant colors of the rainbow through a multi-sensory experience! Engage in hands-on activities that stimulate sight, touch, and more, making learning colorful and fun. Dress for a mess!

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Friday Afternoon Flicks: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (NWL)

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

All ages: Join us for a Friday afternoon showing of Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.No registration required.

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Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Film Screenings
Description:

All ages: Join us for a Friday afternoon showing of Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

No registration required.

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Sundays in the Park with Sam: Sketching in Elizabeth Park (Off-site)

Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Off-site

Description:

Join us for another of our live sketching meet-ups at Elizabeth Park! Enjoy the nature and beautiful weather while capturing the decisive lines and shapes the season brings. Studio...

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Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adult, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for another of our live sketching meet-ups at Elizabeth Park! Enjoy the nature and beautiful weather while capturing the decisive lines and shapes the season brings.

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Faxon Fun (FX)

1:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! All sessions are Monday through Thursday from 1:00-3:30 pm

Adult Crafternoons: Decoupage Shells (FX)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Decorate shells with nautical-themed paper napkins and Mod Podge! All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own shells to decorate.

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.

Rolie Polie Guacamole (Off-site)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture
Registration Required
Description:

All ages: Join us in welcoming Rolie Polie Guacamole back to West Hartford for a high-energy, interactive family concert.

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.

Practice English at Faxon (FX)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Language Learning

If you are a speaker of a language other than English and you would like to practice your English, join us every Friday morning at the Faxon Library! This is an adult intermediate level English class for people with some English experience, who can hold some conversations speaking about everyday topics and personal preferences. The class will review grammar basics, learn how to offer and request advice, talk about plans, and fix common mistakes in English pronunciation.

How to participate: Contact Pramod Pradhan, Community Engagement Librarian, (860) 561-8202.

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

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose (NWL)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

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. This program is for the child and their 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.

Babytime (NWL)

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Infant
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.

New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual)

11:00am–12:30pm
Adult
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.

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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.

Toddler Time (NWL)

10:15am–11:00am
Children, Toddler
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 1-2: Join us for a morning of play, fingerplays and songs.

Program is for child and their caregiver. 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.

Sunny Stories (NWL)

11:30am–12:00pm
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Outdoors
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

All ages: Join us on the front lawn of the Noah Webster Library for stories, songs and more. Please bring a blanket or chair to sit on.

Program is for the child and their caregiver.

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.

Faxon Fun (FX)

1:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! All sessions are Monday through Thursday from 1:00-3:30 pm

Teen D&D: Curse of Strahd (NWL)

5:30pm–7:30pm
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

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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.

West Hartford Fiction Writers (NWL & Virtual)

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adult
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 Monday 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

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
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool
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.

Mini Movers (NWL)

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

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. This program is for the child and their 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.

Faxon Fun (FX)

1:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! All sessions are Monday through Thursday from 1:00-3:30 pm

Taste the Rainbow! (NWL)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Tween
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 4-7: Come with an empty stomach and ready to eat the rainbow - we are having a blind taste test challenge! 

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.

Understanding Your Nervous System (NWL)

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Registration Required
Description:

The autonomic nervous system is your internal surveillance structure that, from moment to moment, senses safety and risk in all of your internal and external experiences.  Everything you do as you move through the world–connecting to or isola

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.

The Atlantic Magazine Discussion (NWL & Virtual)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups

Join your fellow Atlantic readers on the third Tuesday of the month for a discussion of the current issue. Meetings are held in a hybrid format, both in person and over Zoom. 

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

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Mother Goose on the Loose (BC)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Toddler, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

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. This program is for the child and their 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.

Pint-sized Picassos (NWL)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Preschool
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 3-6: Children will explore their creativity through various hands-on activities that enhance their fine motor skills, imagination, and cognitive development. Dress for mess.

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)

11:15am–11:45am
Children, Infant
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Infant
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Ages newborn - 18 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. This program is for the child and their 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.

Faxon Fun (FX)

1:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Description:

Summer reading, outdoor games, crafts, science, music, technology, special visitors, and so much more! All sessions are Monday through Thursday from 1:00-3:30 pm

Silent Book Club (NWL)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Magazine Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Description:

Join fellow book lovers for quiet reading time in our comfy magazine room. Borrow a book from the library or bring your own! There will be optional chatting and mingling during the last 15 minutes.

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.

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

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

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

Dungeons & Dragons @ WHPL

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.