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Sensory Explorers: Rainbows (NWL)

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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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

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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!

Friday Afternoon Flicks: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (NWL)

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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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

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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.

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...

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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Disney© Movie Trivia (NWL)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Grades 3-7: Test your knowledge on all Disney© Movie Trivia, from the Golden Years to Renaissance, from Marvel to Star Wars. Play by yourself or with a team.This program is for the...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Children, Tween

Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups

Registration Required

Description:

Grades 3-7: Test your knowledge on all Disney© Movie Trivia, from the Golden Years to Renaissance, from Marvel to Star Wars. Play by yourself or with a team.

This program is for the child alone.

The Migration and Contributions of Caribbean People in Connecticut (NWL)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Join the West Hartford Caribbean American Heritage Committee and West Hartford Public Library to continue our celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month with a presentation b...

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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

Description:

Join the West Hartford Caribbean American Heritage Committee and West Hartford Public Library to continue our celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month with a presentation by local educator, activist, and community organizer Leslie Perry.

Connecticut and Juneteenth (FX)

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

FX Community Room at Faxon Branch

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This event was originally scheduled for 6/10 at Noah Webster Library.The Militia Act of 1862 made it legal for African American men to enlist in state militias, ultimately leading ...

Library Branch: Faxon Branch

Room: FX Community Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events

Registration Required

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This event was originally scheduled for 6/10 at Noah Webster Library.

Book It! For the Library: Children's Fun Run (Off-site)

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 9:15am - 11:00am

Off-site

Description:

Ages 2-12: Lace up your shoes and join us for our annual children’s fun run! All registered runners will receive a special gift! Races will include:Toddler Dash (100 meters) untime...

Library Branch: Off-site

Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween

Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle

Registration Required

Description:

Ages 2-12: Lace up your shoes and join us for our annual children’s fun run! All registered runners will receive a special gift! Races will include:

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Paint-a-palooza (FX)

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am

FX Outdoors at Faxon Branch

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Ages 4 & up: Color your world with an outdoor paint party at Faxon using salad spinners, squirt guns, brushes and more. Please dress for a mess! This program is for the ch...

Library Branch: Faxon Branch

Room: FX Outdoors

Age Group: Children, Preschool, Tween

Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology

Registration Required

Description:

Ages 4 & up: Color your world with an outdoor paint party at Faxon using salad spinners, squirt guns, brushes and more. Please dress for a mess!

This program is for the child and their caregiver.

Author Talk: Laura Delano and "Unshrunk" (NWL)

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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The powerful memoir of one woman’s experience with psychiatric diagnoses and medications, and her journey to discover herself outside the mental health industry. Weaving Delan...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events

Registration Required

Description:

The powerful memoir of one woman’s experience with psychiatric diagnoses and medications, and her journey to discover herself outside the mental health industry.

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Jazz Guitar 101 (NWL)

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

NWL Studio 20 South at Noah Webster Library

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...

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

Registration Required

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.

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All Day				Closing Closed: Juneteenth Independence Day All Day Branches: Noah Webster Library, Faxon Branch, Bishops Corner Branch, Online Events, Off-site
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Infant" group This event is in the "Toddler" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Babies Love Books (FX) 10:30am–11:15am Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Infant" 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: Faxon Branch Room: FX Community Room Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool Program Type: Storytime, Language Learning Description: Ages birth - 4: A literacy program for immigrant families, caregivers, and children. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and playtime! 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 "Adult" group Practice English at Faxon (FX) 10:00am–12:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group 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 "Adult" group Faxon Poets (NWL & Virtual) 10:15am–12:15pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Board Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups The group typically meets on the third Saturday of the month to provide a space for poets to read their poems aloud and receive feedback. The group has self-published several collections featuring the work of group members. Meetings are held in a hybrid format, both in person and over Zoom. How to participate: Contact Maura Beaudreault, mbeaudreault@westhartfordct.gov. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group Steam Lab (NWL) 11:00am–11:45am Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" 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 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. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Toddler" group Sensory Explorers: Rainbows (NWL) 11:00am–11:45am Children, Toddler Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Toddler" group 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! 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 New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual) 11:00am–12:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group 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.
12 pm						This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Infant" group This event is in the "Toddler" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Family" group WHPL @ West Hartford Pride Festival (Off-site) 12:00pm–6:00pm Adult, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Teen, Family Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Infant" group This event is in the "Toddler" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Off-site Age Group: Adult, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Teen, Family Program Type: Other Description: Join us at the Family Activity Tent for crafts, storytimes, and lots of fun for all ages! Learn more about West Hartford Pride
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2 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group Silent Book Club (NWL) 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 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.		This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Infant" group This event is in the "Toddler" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Family" group Friday Afternoon Flicks: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (NWL) 2:00pm–4:00pm Adult, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Teen, Family This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Infant" group This event is in the "Toddler" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Family" group 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. 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 West Hartford Anime Club (NWL) 2:00pm–4:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group 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 This event is in the "Tween" group Summer Reading Kickoff with The Poop Museum© (Off-site) 3:00pm–4:00pm Children, Tween Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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! 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 Teen Pride Bracelets (NWL) 3:00pm–4:00pm 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: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading Description: Grades 6-12: Stop by the NWL Teen Room for this drop-in bracelet craft to celebrate Pride Month! All materials provided. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Tween" group Tween Tuesday: Dirt Cupcakes (NWL) 4:00pm–5:00pm Tween Registration Required This event is in the "Tween" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story Room Age Group: Tween Program Type: Other Registration Required Description: Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at 4:00pm for crafts, baking, technology and more. Registration required. Registration opens two weeks before at 7:00 pm. 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.
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: 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 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.
6 pm	This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off Party (NWL) 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Outdoors Age Group: Teen Program Type: Summer Reading Description: Grades 6-12: Kick off Summer Reading at the West Hartford Public Library! 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 What Exactly Is "Ugliness"? (NWL) 6:30pm–7:45pm 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: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events Registration Required Description: What is “ugliness”? 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 The Atlantic Magazine Discussion (NWL & Virtual) 6:30pm–8:00pm 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 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. About this group	This event is in the "Adult" group Who Is Inez Temple? Rediscovering a West Hartford Figure (NWL) 6:30pm–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 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. 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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