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Featured Events

Tween Tuesday: Life Size Games (NWL)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us for an afternoon of fun and a little competition playing life-sized games.This program is for the child alone. Parents must remain in the li...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Tween

Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology

Registration Required

Description:

Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us for an afternoon of fun and a little competition playing life-sized games.

Film & Discussion: And Then They Came for Us (NWL)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Join us for a screening of the documentary And Then They Came for Us, followed by a facilitated discussion. About the FilmIn 1942, Executive Order 9066 paved the way...

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 And Then They Came for Us, followed by a facilitated discussion.

About the Film

Edith Bruck: One of the Last Great Chroniclers of the Holocaust (NWL)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Literary translator (and West Hartford resident) Jeanne Bonner will read from her translation, This Darkness Will Never End, a short story collection written in Italian by Hungaria...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events

Registration Required

Description:

Literary translator (and West Hartford resident) Jeanne Bonner will read from her translation, This Darkness Will Never End, a short story collection written in Italian by Hungarian-born writer

Teen Writing Group (NWL)

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

NWL Board Room at Noah Webster Library

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Calling on all teen creative writers! Join this new group where we will explore various genres, play writing games, and share our work.Questions? Contact the Teen Department at kka...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Board Room

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups

Registration Required

Description:

Calling on all teen creative writers! Join this new group where we will explore various genres, play writing games, and share our work.

Caribbean American Heritage Month Celebration (NWL)

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Join the West Hartford Caribbean American Heritage Committee to kick off Caribbean American Heritage Month with a performance by the Caribbean American Dance Company, followed by a...

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

Description:

Join the West Hartford Caribbean American Heritage Committee to kick off Caribbean American Heritage Month with a performance by the Caribbean American Dance Company, followed by a screening o

Summer Safety Tips (NWL)

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Learn practical tips and recommendations that everyone should be aware of when it comes to summer safety, including proper hydration, storm preparedness, dealing with extreme heat,...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle

Registration Required

Description:

Learn practical tips and recommendations that everyone should be aware of when it comes to summer safety, including proper hydration, storm preparedness, dealing with extreme heat, and more.

Connecticut and Juneteenth (NWL)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

The Militia Act of 1862 made it legal for African American men to enlist in state militias, ultimately leading to the creation of Connecticut’s 29th and 30th Colored Regiments duri...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events

Registration Required

Description:

The Militia Act of 1862 made it legal for African American men to enlist in state militias, ultimately leading to the creation of Connecticut’s 29th and 30th Colored Regiments during the Civil War.

Simple Swaps for a Healthier Plate (Virtual)

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Online Events

Description:

Join Jennifer Marcks, a certified Gluten-Free Health Coach, to learn delicious, healthier recipes that will wake up your taste buds and fill your plate with new ideas you’ll want t...

Library Branch: Online Events

Age Group: Adult

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

Registration Required

Description:

Join Jennifer Marcks, a certified Gluten-Free Health Coach, to learn delicious, healthier recipes that will wake up your taste buds and fill your plate with new ideas you’ll want to make all year long.

daughter and father talking on microphone

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.

Black Joy by Charnaie Gordon - book cover

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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10 am	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. Toddler Time (NWL) 10:15am - 11:00am 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: 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.		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Mother Goose on the Loose (BC) 10:15am - 10:45am 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. 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Pint-sized Picassos (NWL) 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Preschool Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. 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.	This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen BookWyrm Chalk Art Contest (NWL) 10:00am - 2:00pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Outdoors Age Group: Teen Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture, Summer Reading Registration Required Description: Grades 6-12: Help Noah Webster Library get ready for BookWyrm Fest with a friendly chalk art contest! Help Noah Webster Library get ready for Boo 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 "Infant" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Family Storyime (BC) 10:15am - 10:45am 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. Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch Room: BC Storytime 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) 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Family" group. BookWyrm Fest (NWL) 10:00am - 4:30pm Adult, Children, Teen, Family 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. 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 tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs). MORE DETAILS TO COME!
11 am	This event is in the "Children" group. Tie-Dye Fun! (BC) 11:00am - 12:00pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch Room: BC Outdoors Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading Registration Required Description: Grades 1-5: Color your world with tie-dye! Please bring your own item to dye (shirt, towel, pillowcase etc.). Please dress for a mess! This program is for the child and their caregiver. 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 "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 "Family" group. Sunny Stories (NWL) 11:30am - 12:00pm Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family 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 "Family" group. 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.		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Infant" group. Bouncing Babies (BC) 11:15am - 11:45am Children, Infant Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Infant" group. 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.		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.
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2 pm	This event is in the "Teen" group. Teen Cookies & Coloring Sheets (NWL) 2:00pm - 3:30pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Meeting Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Summer Reading Registration Required Description: Grades 6-12: Celebrate the summer reading theme "Color Our World" as we bake cookies and color. A different cookie will be featured each month. 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 Bullet Journaling (NWL) 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Board Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading Registration Required Description: Grades 6-12: Do you feel like you lose steam and get lazy over the summer? West Hartford Public Library has the solution for you! 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. This event is in the "Teen" group. Awesome Art Afternoon (BC) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children, Tween, Teen This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch Room: BC Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology Description: Grades K & up: Drop in for open art exploration with a variety of materials. All you need to bring is your creativity! 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.			Closing Early Close: BookWyrm Fest Setup 3:00pm - 5:00pm Branches: Noah Webster Library Description: Noah Webster Library will close at 3:00pm to prepare for BookWyrm Fest.
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. Tie-Dye and Yard Games: Summer Reading Check-In (FX) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Faxon Branch Room: FX Outdoors Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading Registration Required Description: Grades K-5: Bring a white t-shirt or other item to tie-dye. Don’t forget to bring your reading log for your mid-summer check-in and to get a prize. A cool treat will be served. 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. 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 "Adult" group. West Hartford Tabletop Game Club: Season 5 (NWL) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Magazine Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups The West Hartford Tabletop Game Club is a friendly, inclusive, and accessible tabletop role playing game group for adults of ALL experience levels! Whether you’ve never played a game in your life or you’re a seasoned GM, this group is for you. We are open to all players, game systems, and ideas, with a focus on creating a fun, welcoming, and safe gaming environment. View our full schedule here. 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. We offer many D&D campaigns for tweens. Check them out here. About this group \| Code of Conduct & Club Agreements Disclaimer(s) Free parking in the Isham Garage is available to you at the Noah Webster Library during your library visit. Click here to learn more. Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.	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. 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 Crocheters for a Cause: The Gift of Giving (NWL) 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Outdoors Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Summer Reading Registration Required Description: Grades 6-12: Are you looking to take up a fun hobby this summer? Join Kruthika Tanniru in The Gift of Giving, where you can learn to crochet in the cozy setting of Blue Back Square while giving back to your community. 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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