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This event is in the "Tween" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Tween Chess (FX)

10:30am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Description:
Tween Chess @Faxon For grades 4-8 Tweens ... Work with teen chess teachers, who are seasoned tournament players with teaching experience. Group lessons or one-on-one help. All levels. Additional strategy games will be available for independent ...

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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 "Tween" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adult, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
Daffodils and tulips will be in bloom for this first in a series of live sketching meet-ups at Elizabeth Park. Enjoy the nature and beautiful weather while capturing the decisive lines and shapes the season brings. Studio Coordinator and local artist...

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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.

Library Branch: Online Events
Description:
Special Library Board Meeting - 11AM< to 12 Noon - Virtual If this meeting is virtual, it can be viewed live on West Hartford Community Television at www.whctv.org and www.youtube/whctv5.com. Anyone requiring auxiliary aid or ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Discussion Group, Lecture/Workshop, Studio 20 South, Film
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:
David Fincher is an acclaimed director and one of the most distinct voices working in cinema today. Join us in this discussion as we examine his filmography including titles such as Seven (1995), Fight Club (1999), Zodiac (20...

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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.
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. ...

Library Board Meeting

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Description:
If this meeting is virtual, it can be viewed live on West Hartford Community Television at www.whctv.org and www.youtube/whctv5.com. Anyone requiring auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or modification of policies o...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Tween" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Adult, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop, Writing Group, Arts/Crafts, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:
Join Studio 20 South on a creative adventure where you'll transform humble sheets of paper into delightful figures, toys, or any other imaginative form you can dream up. Armed with just paper, scissors, and glue, you'll explore the art of papercraft,...

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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.
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Description:
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...

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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.
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: Noah Webster Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 496
Description:
THIS PROGRAM IS A VIRTUAL-ONLY EVENT. REGISTER BELOW BY LEAVING YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS TO RECEIVE LOGIN AND CALL-IN INSTRUCTIONS (SENT TO YOU ONE DAY BEFORE THE PROGRAM).  Looking for the perfect green match for your home? Thi...

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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: 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. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 81
Description:
Please note that this program will be in-person at the Noah Webster Library. Come learn about the amazing journeys that migratory birds make through Connecticut twice every year in this special interactive presentation. Peak spring ...

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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 ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
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...
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tween" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
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...
This event is in the "Teen" group.
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. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 89
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...
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Staff
Description:
Meeting of the 2023-2024 Teen Advisory Board. ...
This event is in the "Teen" group.

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. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture/Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 498
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.