Monthly Archives: March 2018
A Jolly Good Afternoon Tea to Celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s 92nd Birthday
- Mar
- 26
What is the best way to celebrate Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II’s 92nd birthday? With a tea party of course! Janice Connor will review the history of tea drinking, the locations where tea is best cultivated, the varieties and complexities of the tea blends, its health benefits, and why afternoon tea became so fashionable (and […]
read moreSpring Tabletop Game Nights
- Mar
- 26
Join us for Tabletop Game Nights at the Main Library! Play old favorites with new friends, and learn some great new games from an expert. Snacks will be provided. Games include Gloom, Munchkin, Settlers of Catan, Scrabble, Elder Sign, Hogwarts Battle and more! Please feel free to bring any games you would like to share […]
read moreThe Saboteur: The Aristocrat Who Became France’s Most Daring Anti-Nazi Commando
- Mar
- 26
Join local author Paul Kix for a discussion, reading, and signing of his critically-acclaimed book, The Saboteur: The Aristocrat Who Became France’s Most Daring Anti-Nazi Commando. A scion of one of the most storied families in France, Robert de La Rochefoucauld was raised in a magnificent chateau and educated in Europe’s finest schools. When the Nazis invaded […]
read moreGarmany Music Series: The Songs of Woody Guthrie with Phil Rosenthal
- Mar
- 26
Phil Rosenthal performs songs written by legendary folk musician Woody Guthrie (1912-1967). Guthrie’s compositions, many now classics, tell of his early years in the Oklahoma dust bowl (Dust Bowl Refugee, So Long It’s Been Good to Know You), his travels across the country (Hard Travelin’, Ramblin’ Round), his concern for the poor and downtrodden (Deportee, Pastures […]
read moreCommunity Issues Series: Who Stays? Who Goes? An Urgent Crash Course on Immigration in CT
- Mar
- 26
A panel of experts will clarify the complicated immigration process and answer questions such as: What are the different types of visas? How has the role of ICE (Immigration Customs and Enforcement) changed over the past year and what are the implications? How can we as citizens support and advocate for our immigrant friends and […]
read moreMedicare and Beyond: Everything You Need to Know
- Mar
- 26
Medicare can be a confusing topic. This class will educate you on the options and programs available. Seniors and children of seniors won’t want to miss this program. Please register. WHEN: Tuesday, April 10, 6:30 PM WHERE: Main Library, 6 Monteith Drive Register Now!
read moreMaster Class: Learn to Felt
- Mar
- 20
Master craftswoman Roxann Lovell will lead participants through the creation of one of her signature felted bags. Each participant will finish this series with their own bag and a brand new skill in the art of felting! No experience necessary. REQUIREMENTS: Must attend all classes. Ages 16+ only. Space is limited. Registration required. Call 860.673.6791 […]
read moreThe 5th Annual Maker Fair is Here!
- Mar
- 06
The Farmington Libraries Maker Fair is back, with even more hands-on activities and new technologies to try! All ages welcome. Activities will include: Virtual Reality Soldering Knitting Makey Makey Claymation Robotics …and so much more! WHEN: Sunday, March 25, 1:00 – 4:00 PM WHERE: Main Library, 6 Monteith Drive SPECIAL PROGRAMS: 1:30 – 3:30 […]
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