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Thanksgiving Closings

The Farmington Libraries will be closed Wednesday, November 27 through Friday, November 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Monthly Makers

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Monthly Makers:

Monthly Makers is a low stakes arts and crafts program for Adults.  You don’t need to be crafty to enjoy this program, it’s about the process NOT the product.  Each ...

Event Details:

This month we'll be making: Air Dry Clay Gift Tags

Full
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Monthly Makers is a low stakes arts and crafts program for Adults.  You don’t need to be crafty to enjoy this program, it’s about the process NOT the product.  Each month we will try different crafts, mediums, and styles, without the pressure of perfection.  Join us for this one hour of ADULT arts and crafts time each month at the Barney Library.

This month we'll be making: Air Dry Clay Gift Tags

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Italians during wartime America

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mary Elizabeth Basile Chopas is the granddaughter of Italian immigrants who settled in Farmington, CT in the 1930s. Her presentation will discuss the experiences of Italians living...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Mary Elizabeth Basile Chopas is the granddaughter of Italian immigrants who settled in Farmington, CT in the 1930s.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Matinee @ the Barney

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Barney Library for a special showing of The Color Purple (2023, rated PG-13).  Feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on, water to drink, and light sn...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

Join us at the Barney Library for a special showing of The Color Purple (2023, rated PG-13). 

Feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on, water to drink, and light snacks to enjoy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novel Ideas

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Novel Ideas:

Join us for a lively discussion on the last Tuesday of the month at our new time, 2:15 PM. Pick up a copy of the current book at the Barney Library service desk. All are welcome, n...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Join us for a lively discussion on the last Tuesday of the month at our new time, 2:15 PM. Pick up a copy of the current book at the Barney Library service desk. All are welcome, no registration required!

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day 11/27 - 11/29
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Farmington Library, Barney Library, Off Site
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Reading with Debbie Gilbert, Julia Paul and Ginny Lowe Connors

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Three local poets will launch their newest poetry collections on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 1:00 PM, in the Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library. An open mic will precede the read...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Three local poets will launch their newest poetry collections on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 1:00 PM, in the Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library. An open mic will precede the readings. Everyone is welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Generations Club: Age Cafe

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Farmington High School Generations Club: Enjoy an afternoon with freshly brewed coffee and great company. The Age Cafe offers the opportunity for senior c...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

In collaboration with the Farmington High School Generations Club: Enjoy an afternoon with freshly brewed coffee and great company.

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Biblio Box

All Day
Farmington Library
Program Type:
Grab and Go
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sign up for a monthly, customized selection of library books and treats. Register via the calendar one time and be subscribed--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from t...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Grab and Go
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for a monthly, customized selection of library books and treats.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Hour @ the Barney

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This special craft hour happens every other month at the Barney Library. From tie-dying, scrapbooking, soap making and mindful doodling, each session we revisit a classic or try so...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This special craft hour happens every other month at the Barney Library. From tie-dying, scrapbooking, soap making and mindful doodling, each session we revisit a classic or try something new. It's all about having fun! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoons at Bijou

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Bijou:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Event Details:

My Reputation (1946) A recent widow meets an army major while skiing and despite pressures from friends and family becomes romantically involved with him. Starring Barbara Stanwyc...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

My Reputation (1946)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dungeons & Dragons: Library Edition

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Board Room 2 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Never Split the Party...Welcome back for another episode of our Dungeons and Dragons series! This adventure will be that will test your mettle as a player! Remember...ROLL FOR INIT...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Never Split the Party...

Welcome back for another episode of our Dungeons and Dragons series! This adventure will be that will test your mettle as a player! Remember...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Multilingual Connections Circle

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Board Room 2 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join other multilingual families to learn about community resources and share with each other. Sponsored by the Farmington Libraries and the Farmington Public Schools.

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

Join other multilingual families to learn about community resources and share with each other. Sponsored by the Farmington Libraries and the Farmington Public Schools.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Silent Book Club

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Barney Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the Barney Library shelves!). Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. ...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the Barney Library shelves!). Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sisters in Crime Holiday Book Fair

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Festive book fair, signing, and meet-and-greet with well-known thriller, mystery, crime, and suspense authors from around Connecticut. Perfect chance to find uniquely personalized ...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Gaming
Event Details:

Festive book fair, signing, and meet-and-greet with well-known thriller, mystery, crime, and suspense authors from around Connecticut. Perfect chance to find uniquely personalized holiday gifts and treasures

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wrap It Up: Holiday Gift Wrapping Party at the Library

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Board Room 1 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Celebrations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need some time to just relax and wrap your gifts for your holiday celebrations? We’ve got you. We have free wrapping paper, tape, scissors, and other wrapping supplies to make it a...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Celebrations
Event Details:

Need some time to just relax and wrap your gifts for your holiday celebrations? We’ve got you. We have free wrapping paper, tape, scissors, and other wrapping supplies to make it a little easier on you this holiday season.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Take-and-Make Program: Cinnamon Dough Ornaments

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Farmington Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Grab and Go
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We are getting into the holiday spirit by making cinnamon-scented ornaments. They smell amazing and look just like gingerbread. We will be including a 3D printed gingerbread man co...

Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Grab and Go
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

We are getting into the holiday spirit by making cinnamon-scented ornaments. They smell amazing and look just like gingerbread. We will be including a 3D printed gingerbread man cookie cutter for you to use.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

It's a Wonderful Lecture

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It’s a Wonderful Lecture is a presentation that has truly resonated on a deep level with so many. Taking a look at the beloved classic It’s a Wonderful Life, Dustin uses ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Presentations
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

It’s a Wonderful Lecture is a presentation that has truly resonated on a deep level with so many.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoons at Bijou

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Bijou:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Event Details:

Holiday Affair (1949) A young widow is torn between a boring attorney and a romantic ne'er-do-well. Starring Janet Leigh, Robert Mitchum, and Wendell Corey. 1HR 27MIN.

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Holiday Affair (1949)
A young widow is torn between a boring attorney and a romantic ne'er-do-well. Starring Janet Leigh, Robert Mitchum, and Wendell Corey. 1HR 27MIN.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Taylor Swift Escape Room

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room 1 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Celebrations, Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday in style with our Taylor Swift themed escape room!Plot: There's been a glitch! Taylor has lost her albums and it is up to you to get them back and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Celebrations, Hobbies & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday in style with our Taylor Swift themed escape room!

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monthly Makers

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Monthly Makers:

Monthly Makers is a low stakes arts and crafts program for Adults.  You don’t need to be crafty to enjoy this program, it’s about the process NOT the product.  Each ...

Event Details:

This month we'll be making: Mason Jar Luminaries

Open
Required
Library Branch: Barney Library
Room: Hoppin Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Monthly Makers is a low stakes arts and crafts program for Adults.  You don’t need to be crafty to enjoy this program, it’s about the process NOT the product.  Each month we will try different crafts, mediums, and styles, without the pressure of perfection.  Join us for this one hour of ADULT arts and crafts time each month at the Barney Library.

This month we'll be making: Mason Jar Luminaries

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Taylor Swift Escape Room

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Board Room 1 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Celebrations, Hobbies & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday with our Taylor Swift themed escape room! Plot: Taylor has lost her albums and it is up to you to find them and return them to our (Cardboard) ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Celebrations, Hobbies & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday with our Taylor Swift themed escape room!

Plot: Taylor has lost her albums and it is up to you to find them and return them to our (Cardboard) Taylor Swift before your hour is up! 

Disclaimer(s)

If you have special needs to attend this program, please contact the library in advance.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wrap It Up: Holiday Gift Wrapping Party at the Library

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Board Room 1 at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Celebrations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need some time to just relax and wrap your gifts for your holiday celebrations? We’ve got you. We have free wrapping paper, tape, scissors, and other wrapping supplies to make it a...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Board Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Celebrations
Event Details:

Need some time to just relax and wrap your gifts for your holiday celebrations? We’ve got you. We have free wrapping paper, tape, scissors, and other wrapping supplies to make it a little easier on you this holiday season.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hygge at the Barney

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Barney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Celebrations
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

hygge  /ˈho͞oɡə,ˈho͝oɡə/ noun: a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining charact...

Library Branch: Barney Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebrations
Event Details:

hygge  /ˈho͞oɡə,ˈho͝oɡə/

noun: a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture)."

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoons at Bijou

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jay Johnston Community Room at Farmington Library
Program Type:
Film Screenings
Age Group:
Adults
Bijou:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Event Details:

Christmas Carol (1951) Ebenezer Scrooge, a curmudgeonly, miserly businessman, has no time for sentimentality and largely views Christmas as a waste of time. However, this Christma...

Library Branch: Farmington Library
Room: Jay Johnston Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Screenings
Event Details:

Classic films and snacks, every Thursday afternoon!

Christmas Carol (1951)