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Local Author Talk: Emily Sullivan and "A Death on Corfu" (NWL)

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Join us to celebrate Emily Sullivan's newest book, A Death on Corfu, which is sure to be the start of your favorite new mystery series. Emily will be joined by fellow author, Eliza...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events

Registration Required

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Join us to celebrate Emily Sullivan's newest book, A Death on Corfu, which is sure to be the start of your favorite new mystery series.

Teen Writing Group (NWL)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

NWL Board Room at Noah Webster Library

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Grades 7-12: Check out this new opportunity for teen creative writers! Join us for a planning meeting where we will discuss how the group will be run and set up future dates.Questi...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Board Room

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Music, Arts, & Culture

Registration Required

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Grades 7-12: Check out this new opportunity for teen creative writers! Join us for a planning meeting where we will discuss how the group will be run and set up future dates.

Westmoor Park Arboretum Tour (Off-site)

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Off-site

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Join tree naturalist, writer, and photographer Bill Gleason for a 2-hour walking tour of the Westmoor Arboretum. Located on the grounds of Westmoor Park, it showcases more than 130...

Library Branch: Off-site

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle

Registration Required

Description:

Join tree naturalist, writer, and photographer Bill Gleason for a 2-hour walking tour of the Westmoor Arboretum.

Lyme Disease: A 2025 Update (NWL)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Warmer weather means the return of tick season. Dr. Lawrence Zemel of Traprock Ridge Land Conservancy will provide a timely overview of deer ticks, symptoms and signs of Lyme ...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle

Registration Required

Description:

Warmer weather means the return of tick season. Dr.

To Be an American: Noah Webster’s 'Sketches of American Policy' (NWL)

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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In 1785, Noah Webster published “Sketches of American Policy”, a four-part essay that outlined his vision for a strong federal government, and a call to replace the weak Articles o...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events

Registration Required

Description:

In 1785, Noah Webster published “Sketches of American Policy”, a four-part essay that outlined his vision for a strong federal government, and a call to replace the weak Articles of Confederation, the nation’s first framework for a new government

Teen Spring Candle Making Workshop at WeHa Candle Co. (Off-site)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Off-site

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Grades 7-12: Get ready to make your own all-natural candle in the amazing Candle Lab @ WeHa Candle Co.! Please note that this event is off-site and we will be meeting directly at t...

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Library Branch: Off-site

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology

Registration Required

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Grades 7-12: Get ready to make your own all-natural candle in the amazing Candle Lab @ WeHa Candle Co.! Please note that this event is off-site and we will be meeting directly at the store (970 Farmington Ave).

Caribbean Heritage Month Celebration (NWL)

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Join the West Hartford Caribbean American Heritage Committee to kick off Caribbean American Heritage Month with a screening of the award-winning documentary Diggers (1985).About th...

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Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Music, Arts, & Culture, Film Screenings

Registration Required

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Join the West Hartford Caribbean American Heritage Committee to kick off Caribbean American Heritage Month with a screening of the award-winning documentary Diggers (1985).

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10 am				This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Let's Plant a Seed Storytime with West Hartford Garden Club (NWL) 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Toddler, Preschool Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story Room Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Description: Ages 3-5: Get ready for spring with stories about gardening! Little green thumbs will also get to plant their own seeds. This 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.		This event is in the "Adult" group. Practice English at Faxon (FX) 10:00am - 12:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Teen" group. Nintendo Tournament: Smash Bros Ultimate (NWL) 10:30am - 12:00pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Meeting Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups Registration Required Description: Grades 6-12: Let's GO! Join us for a friendly Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament. 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.
11 am						This event is in the "Adult" group. New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual) 11:00am - 12:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Cancelled CANCELLED - Framed in Nature: Upcycled 3D Filament Collages (NWL) 11:00am - 1:00pm Adult, Children, Teen, Family Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Studio 20 South Age Group: Adult, Children, Teen, Family Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South Registration Required Description: This program has been postponed. New date TBA! 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.
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1 pm							This event is in the "Adult" group. Film & Discussion - Cooked: Survival by Zip Code (NWL) 1:00pm - 4:00pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Meeting Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Film Screenings Registration Required Description: Join us for a screening of the documentary Cooked: Survival by Zip Code, followed by a facilitated discussion. 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.
2 pm							This event is in the "Adult" group. West Hartford Anime Club (NWL) 2:00pm - 4:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Board Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Music, Arts, & Culture, Film Screenings The West Hartford Anime Club is a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible space for adults interested in anime and manga to come together and share their passions. Whether you're new to the fandom or a seasoned fan, you're invited to join us! How to participate: Contact Leah Farrell, lfarrell@westhartfordct.gov, for a reminder or just drop in. This group is for adults ages 18 and up ONLY. 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Children" group. Faxon Lego Club (FX) 3:30pm - 4:15pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Faxon Branch Room: FX Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Other Registration Required Description: Calling all Lego builders ... let's construct & create! The fourth (4^th) Wednesday of the month at 3:30 to 4:15 pm is for building. 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Egg Drop Challenge (NWL) 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Other Registration Required Description: Grades 3-5: Test your engineering skills by designing a carrier that will protect an egg when dropped from up high. 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. West Hartford Immigrant Teen Club (FX) 4:30pm - 6:00pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Faxon Branch Room: FX Community Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Other Grades 8-12: WHiT is a community group committed to empowering immigrant youth to be leaders. We offer teens opportunities to participate in town-wide events, engaging in activism and celebrating diverse cultural holidays and traditions. We also provide a safe environment for students to support one another, express their cultural identities, and share their immigrant experiences in their new schools and communities. Follow us on Instagram @whitclub22! About this group 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen D&D: Curse of Strahd (NWL) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 D&D w/ Colin (NWL) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen D&D: Wild Beyond the Witchlight (NWL) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen Crochet Club (NWL) 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Arts, Crafts, & Technology Registration Required 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. This event is in the "Teen" group. How to Build Your Own PC (NWL) 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adult, Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Studio 20 South Age Group: Adult, Teen Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South Registration Required Description: Ages 12 & up. Building your own PC can feel intimidating, so let our Technology Services Librarian show you how it's done! 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. Poetry Now! A Guided Reading and Discussion Group (NWL) 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adult Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Board Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Music, Arts, & Culture Registration Required Description: Gather to read and discuss poems from contemporary writers that speak to our lives today. Participants will gain new approaches to reading poetry of all kinds! 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. This event is in the "Teen" group. Public Reception: Conard and Hall High Schools National Arts Honor Society (NWL) 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adult, Teen This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Gallery Age Group: Adult, Teen Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture Description: National Art Honor Society students from Conard and Hall High Schools celebrate their annual exhibition. Learn more about the exhibit here. 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. Moneywise Week for Teens with "Finance in Advance" (NWL) 6:00pm - 7:45pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Board Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle Registration Required Description: Grades 7-12: Join teen leaders from Finance in Advance as we belatedly celebrate Moneywise Week (April 15-21)! 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. Building Connections: Book Club for Immigrants (FX) 6:15pm - 7:45pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Faxon Branch Room: FX Community 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. About this group	This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen Book Discussion @ River Bend: 'The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora' (Off-site) 6:00pm - 7:00pm Tween, Teen Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off-site Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Description: Grades 6-8: Teen Advisory Board is hosting a special after-hours book discussion of 2021 Nutmeg nominee The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora at River Bend Bookshop 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.

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