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Nintendo Tournament: Smash Bros Ultimate (NWL)

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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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, bu...

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.

Framed in Nature: Upcycled 3D Filament Collages (NWL)

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

NWL Studio 20 South at Noah Webster Library

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Give discarded 3D printer filament new life in this hands-on workshop where art meets sustainability! Participants of all ages will cut and shape colorful scraps of filament to cre...

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:

Give discarded 3D printer filament new life in this hands-on workshop where art meets sustainability! Participants of all ages will cut and shape colorful scraps of filament to create stunning floral and nature-themed collages.

Film & Discussion - Cooked: Survival by Zip Code (NWL)

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

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Join us for a screening of the documentary Cooked: Survival by Zip Code, followed by a facilitated discussion. About the FilmFilmmaker Judith Helfand investigates a tragi...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library

Room: NWL Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups, Film Screenings

Registration Required

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Join us for a screening of the documentary Cooked: Survival by Zip Code, followed by a facilitated discussion.

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

Description:

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

Description:

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.

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

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

Off-site

Description:

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

Description:

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).

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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. Mother Goose on the Loose (FX) 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool Registration Required 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: Faxon Branch Room: FX Community Room Age Group: Children, Infant, 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. Program is for the child and 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 "Infant" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Wonderful Ones (NWL) 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Infant, Preschool Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Infant" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story Room Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Ages 13-23 months: Energetic storytime to match the energy of beginning walkers! For active one-year olds with books, songs, and rhymes with emphasis on repetition for developing minds. This program is for the child and 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) 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. 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. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Infant" group. This event is in the "Toddler" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Mother Goose on the Loose (NWL) 10:15am - 10:45am Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool Registration Required 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: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story Room Age Group: Children, Infant, 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. Program is for the child and 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) 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. This event is in the "Infant" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Babytime (NWL) 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Infant, Preschool This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Infant" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story Room Age Group: Children, Infant, Preschool Program Type: Storytime, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle Ages newborn - 15 months: Informal gathering for conversation and play. Parent or caregiver must accompany each child. 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. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Meet a Ballerina (NWL) 2:00pm - 2:45pm 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 Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Preschool Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture Registration Required Description: Ages 3-5: Learn about ballet and dance with a ballerina from the Hartt Dance Division from the University of Hartford! 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. 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.
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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 "Teen" group. Teen D&D with Colin (NWL) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Story 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 "Adult" group. Shakespeare Book Club (NWL & Virtual) 6:30pm - 7:45pm 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 Description: West Hartford Public Library and the Capital Classics Theatre Company team up to bring you the Shakespeare Book Club. Join Capital Classics Artistic Associate and Professor of Theatre Geoffrey Sheehan in discussions of Shakespeare’s great works of theatrical literature. How to participate: Contact us at bard@westhartfordlibrary.org. About this group FOR INFORMATION ON ACCESSING OUR 2024-2025 SEASON via ZOOM, please EMAIL: bard@westhartfordlibrary.org 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.	Summer Safety Tips (NWL) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Registration Required Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Meeting Room 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. 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. 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 "Teen" group. Teen Flower Vases with The Claypen (NWL) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Teen Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: Noah Webster Library Room: NWL Meeting Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology Registration Required Description: Grades 6-12: Join us for a paint your own flower vase event at the Noah Webster Library! Pottery, instructions, and materials will be provided by The Claypen. 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. Simple Swaps for a Healthier Plate (Virtual) 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adult Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group. 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. 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adult" group. Night Owls Book Group (Virtual) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adult Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Online Events Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Clubs Join us on the first Tuesday evening of each month to discuss great books. Meetings are held over Zoom. How to participate: Contact Andrew Piro, apiro@westhartfordct.gov. About this group

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