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Program on Opioid Recovery

Opening the Book on Recovery (Virtual)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Online Events

Description:

The opioid crisis has touched countless lives, but recovery is possible—and it takes many forms. Join Recovery Coach Aimee Haupt for a powerful conversation about hope, healing, an...

Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Registration Required
Description:

The opioid crisis has touched countless lives, but recovery is possible—and it takes many forms. Join Recovery Coach Aimee Haupt for a powerful conversation about hope, healing, and the different ways people move forward.

Program: Film & Discussion on "Crip Camp"

Film & Discussion: Crip Camp (NWL)

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Join us for a screening of the documentary Crip Camp, followed by a facilitated discussion. About the FilmIn the early 1970s, teenagers with disabilities faced a future s...

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 Crip Camp, followed by a facilitated discussion. 

About the Film

Cover image of the book "Where Are The Women?" by Janice Hechter

“Where Are the Women?” How One Girl Scout Troop Helped Make History in Central Park (NWL)

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 2-5 & caregivers: Janice Hechter’s Where Are the Women? The Girl Scouts' Campaign for the First Statue of Women in Central Park is a powerful, true story about...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Lectures, Presentations, & Author Events
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 2-5 & caregivers: Janice Hechter’s Where Are the Women?

Teen English Cafe - illustration of coffee cup with heart

Teen English Café (Off-Site)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off-site

Description:

Grades 9-12: Join the Immigrant Youth Advocates at a cozy coffee shop to practice your English and meet new people! Teens who sign up will be given 1 FREE drink at the program. Joi...

Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Language Learning
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 9-12: Join the Immigrant Youth Advocates at a cozy coffee shop to practice your English and meet new people!

Shrinky Dink (c) hand shape keychain

Teen Shrinky Dink Keychains (NWL)

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 6-12: Design your own custom keychain using shrinky dinks! Learn to turn your drawing into a bag charm, ornament, or gift to a loved one. Bring your creativity and some...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 6-12: Design your own custom keychain using shrinky dinks! Learn to turn your drawing into a bag charm, ornament, or gift to a loved one.

Bad Guys 2 - promo poster

Friday Afternoon Flicks: Bad Guys 2 (NWL)

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

All ages: Join us for a Friday afternoon movie and popcorn! We will be watching Bad Guys 2 (PG). Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.No registration r...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Program Type: Film Screenings
Description:

All ages: Join us for a Friday afternoon movie and popcorn! We will be watching Bad Guys 2 (PG). Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

No registration required.

variet of 3D printed earrings

Teen Tuesdays @ Studio 20: DIY Earrings and Charms (NWL)

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
NWL Studio 20 South at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 9-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio has to offer. Each month we will try out a new ...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 9-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio has to offer. Each month we will try out a new project.

Teen English Cafe - illustration of coffee cup with heart

Teen English Café (Off-Site)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off-site

Description:

Grades 9-12: Join the Immigrant Youth Advocates at a cozy coffee shop to practice your English and meet new people! Teens who sign up will be given 1 FREE drink at the program. Joi...

Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Language Learning
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 9-12: Join the Immigrant Youth Advocates at a cozy coffee shop to practice your English and meet new people!

Gardening Workshops graphic

Gardening Workshop Series: Winter Sowing (NWL)

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
NWL Meeting Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Learn how to use the winter sowing method to grow your own native wildflowers and grasses in recycled containers. This workshop will cover the benefits of this method of germinatin...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups
Registration Required
Description:

Learn how to use the winter sowing method to grow your own native wildflowers and grasses in recycled containers.

Photo - tweens with text at the bottom

Tween Tuesdays (NWL)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
NWL Story Room at Noah Webster Library

Description:

Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for crafts, baking, technology and more. January 20 – Minute to Win It GamesMarch 17- March-mallow Ma...

Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 4-6: Calling all Tweens! Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for crafts, baking, technology and more. 

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Pajama Storytime (NWL)

6:30pm–7:00pm
Teen, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Story Room
Age Group: Teen, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

All ages: Join us for a holiday-themed pajama story time. Pajamas and stuffies are encouraged. Hot chocolate will be served. 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.

Closed: Christmas Eve (FX)

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Faxon Branch

Closing Early: Christmas Eve (NWL & BC)

2:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Noah Webster Library, Bishops Corner Branch, Online Events, Off-site

Closed: Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Noah Webster Library, Faxon Branch, Bishops Corner Branch, Online Events, Off-site

Practice English at Faxon (FX)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
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.

New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual)

11:00am–12:30pm
Adult
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.

Teen Shrinky Dink Keychains (NWL)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 6-12: Design your own custom keychain using shrinky dinks! Learn to turn your drawing into a bag charm, ornament, or gift to a loved one.

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.

New Year’s Dance Party with DJ Red Supreme (NWL)

2:00pm–2:45pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Arts, & Culture
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 6-10: DJ Red Supreme is back! Join us for an afternoon dance party. Wear bright colors or white to make your clothes pop during the black light and laser show!

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.

Closed: New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Noah Webster Library, Faxon Branch, Bishops Corner Branch, Online Events, Off-site

Practice English at Faxon (FX)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
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.

New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual)

11:00am–12:30pm
Adult
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.

Friday Afternoon Flicks: Bad Guys 2 (NWL)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Tween, Family
Program Type: Film Screenings
Description:

All ages: Join us for a Friday afternoon movie and popcorn! We will be watching Bad Guys 2 (PG). 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.

West Hartford Anime Club (NWL)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
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.

Shakespeare Book Club (NWL & Virtual)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult
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

Shakespeare's Plays Online: http://shakespeare.mit.edu/

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.

Teen Tuesdays @ Studio 20: DIY Earrings and Charms (NWL)

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Studio 20 South
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology, Studio 20 South
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 9-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio has to offer. Each month we will try out a new project.

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.

Night Owls Book Group (Virtual)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Virtual Event
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

 

Finding Inner Peace with Yoga Nidra Meditation (NWL)

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Registration Required
Description:

Yoga nidra is a guided resting practice that will help to balance the body and mind.

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.

Immigrant Youth Advocates (NWL)

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups

Grades 8-12: We are a community group committed to empowering immigrant youth to be leaders. We offer teens opportunities to participate in town-wide events, engaging in activism and celebrating diverse cultural holidays and traditions. We also provide a safe environment for students to support one another, express their cultural identities, and share their immigrant experiences in their new schools and communities. Follow us on Instagram @iya_weha!

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.

Teen D&D: Wild Beyond the Witchlight (NWL)

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teen
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.

Adult Crafternoons: Sock Snowmen (FX)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Faxon Branch
Room: FX Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Turn a basic sock into an adorable snowman! All materials provided, but feel free to bring your own (clean) sock.

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 at Faxon (FX)

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
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.

New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual)

11:00am–12:30pm
Adult
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.

Film & Discussion: Join or Die (NWL)

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Film Screenings
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for screening of the documentary Join or Die followed by a facilitated discussion with Professor Julie Choffel and Adrienne Billings-Smith.

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.

West Hartford Fiction Writers (NWL & Virtual)

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adult
Library Branch: Noah Webster Library
Room: NWL Board Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Discussion, Hobby, & Interest Groups

Join your fellow fiction writers monthly on the second Monday over to give and receive feedback. A knowledgeable volunteer moderator is selected from the group each month. New attendees are welcome! Only those attending regularly qualify to have their fiction reviewed by the group. Meetings are held in a hybrid format, both in person and over Zoom. 

How to participate: Contact us at fiction@westhartfordlibrary.org.

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.