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PRACTICE ENGLISH @ FAXON

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Description:
If you are a speaker of a language other than English and you would like to learn to practice English, please contact Pramod Pradhan, Community Engagement Librarian, at the Faxon Branch Library at (860) 561-8202. Classes are scheduled at Faxon every ...

New Yorker Discussion Group (Hybrid)

11:00am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion Group
Description:
The New Yorker magazine discussion group first met on May 2, 2014 at the Noah Webster Library, and has been meeting weekly ever since. Currently, the group meets virtually every Friday at 11 a.m. in a hybrid format, both in-person and on Zoom. A...

Paint Matinee with Pam's Picasso's

10:30am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:
Grades 6-12: Join us for a paint night in the morning! Create a springy painting to brighten up your space. Materials and instruction will be provided by Pam's Picassos. Register online. Seats are limited! Also, please note that you will receiv...

Sculpting in the Digital Age: 3D Modelling in Tinkercad

11:00am - 1:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Children, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Technology Class, Arts/Crafts, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Description:
For those already familiar with the basic principles of 3D printing, this workshop will teach you how to begin using Tinkercad, a free web-based 3D modeling software to create your own objects from scratch. Participants will have the opportunity to b...

Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
MOTHER GOOSE on the LOOSE Ages 18 months - 4 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how t...

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.

Teen D&D: Curse of Strahd

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Description:
This campaign is currently full. Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Email us at whpldnd@gmail.com. ...

Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
MOTHER GOOSE on the LOOSE Ages 18 months - 4 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how t...

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.

Preschool ART Explorers (NWL)

10:15am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:
Preschool ART Explorers Ages 3-5 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Let’s explore our world through movement, art, and sensory materials. Children will strengthen fine and gross motor muscles while creati...

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.

PHACTT Grant Leadership Workshop

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Teen Room
Program Type: Staff
Description:
Grades 8-12: If you previously submitted a PHACTT grant or if you didn't and are still interested in participating in a PHACTT project, please consider registering for this 2 part series! Mrs. Karp and Gretchen Levitz will be on hand at the librar...

Building Connections: A Book Club for Immigrants (NWL)

6:15pm - 7:45pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion Group, Language ESOL

IN-PERSON MEETING

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.

For questions or to register, contact Elizabeth Hanlon (eemhanlon@gmail.com) (text/call: 860-305-1786).

Building Connections is funded by Hartford Foundation Community Grant.

It's Time to Talk Trash! (In-Person)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 52
Description:
Please note that this program will be in person at the Noah Webster Library. Join us for a discussion about West Hartford's waste crisis, and an upcoming opportunity to cut our trash in half. The Sustainable West Hartford Commission's Waste Workin...

Mother Goose on the Loose (BC)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
MOTHER GOOSE on the LOOSE Ages 18 months - 4years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to...

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.

Terrific Two's (NWL)

10:15am - 10:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:
TERRIFIC TWO'S Ages 2 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Join us for this story time geared just for twos! A fun combination of stories, music, and movement awaits your two year old! Meets on Wednesday...

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.

Bouncing Babies (BC)

11:15am - 11:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
BOUNCING BABIES Ages Newborn - 18 months This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. 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 ...

Mini Movers (NWL)

11:30am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:
MINI MOVERS Ages 1-5 years This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Spend a fun filled morning of music with toddlers and preschoolers. Dance to great children’s music, play musical instruments, and swing scarves. ...

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 Tween Den (FX)

3:00pm - 4:15pm
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Description:
FAXON TWEEN DEN Grades 5-7 This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. The Faxon Meeting Room is the place to hang out after school for board games, VR, art cart, chess lessons, and other activities. Parents can drop ch...

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.

Teen D&D: Dragonlance

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Teen Room
Age Group: Teen
Description:
This campaign is currently full. Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Email us at whpldnd@gmail.com. ...

A Residential Solar+Battery Storage Program Advancing Clean Energy (Virtual)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 493
Description:
PowerSmart is a community-based clean energy campaign that is active in selected towns throughout Connecticut, and being coordinated by SmartPower, the nation’s leading non-profit marketing firm focused on energy efficiency and renewable energy. P...

Disclaimer(s)

Any individual requiring an accommodation to participate in a library program should contact the library two weeks prior to the program. Please use the contact information listed on this page.

Family Storytime (BC)

10:15am - 10:45am
Library Branch: Bishops Corner Branch
Room: BC Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
FAMILY STORYTIME All ages A storytime with stories and music for the whole family where children of all ages are welcome! No registration required. Meets on Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:15 AM at Bishops Corner. Please n...

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.

2's and 3's (NWL)

10:30am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
2's and 3's Ages 2-3 This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class. Storytime for 2’s and 3’s with familiar routine to focus on listening, following directions, and having fun! Adults must attend with child. Meets ...

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 @ FAXON

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Description:
If you are a speaker of a language other than English and you would like to learn to practice English, please contact Pramod Pradhan, Community Engagement Librarian, at the Faxon Branch Library at (860) 561-8202. Classes are scheduled at Faxon every ...

New Yorker Discussion Group (Hybrid)

11:00am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion Group
Description:
The New Yorker magazine discussion group first met on May 2, 2014 at the Noah Webster Library, and has been meeting weekly ever since. Currently, the group meets virtually every Friday at 11 a.m. in a hybrid format, both in-person and on Zoom. A...

A Beginner’s Guide to Podcasting at Studio 20

11:00am - 1:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop, Technology Class, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:
Have you ever wanted to start a podcast? Attend a workshop where you can learn every step of the process from conceptualization to recording, from post-production to publishing. All equipment will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Th...

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.