Upcoming Events

Decorate your own candle that looks like a mini cake! Candles and decor will be premade--please let us know if you would like an unscented candle!

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! 

We will be making a lavender gel air freshener, perfect for a fresh scent in a small space.

Need help with technology? Stop by the Teen Space to meet with one of our teen volunteers for tech help!

Register for a reminder.

Open to teens and adults who need tech help!

Do you wonder where cosmetics originated and how they evolved through the years?  If so, join us as we explore the origins of makeup and the ways in which societal changes influenced the beauty industry’s development.

Join us for "The Lullaby of Broadway" on April 12  at 2 PM at the Farmington Libraries! 🌟 Jazz pianist John Brighenti and vocalist Lisa Carroll will bring iconic Broadway Lullabies to life, from classic hits to modern favorites. 🎹🎤

Join the Farmington Artists Circle at the Barney Library to talk about how we might build a more connected cultural art community here in Farmington.

Do you have the need for speed? Come try out speed puzzling at the Barney Library! Try it solo, in pairs or as a team. We have an assortment of puzzles waiting for you!

There is time for public comment at each regularly scheduled Board meeting. Should you wish to speak please register with the Administration office.

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! 

Jeremy's journey to feeling empowered as an autistic individual and his work as a professional helping others on that journey give him a unique insight into how autistic empowerment is cultivated.

Need help with technology? Stop by the Teen Space to meet with one of our teen volunteers for tech help!

Register for a reminder.

Open to teens and adults who need tech help!

This presentation by Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny Apple focuses on the natural history of bobcats in Connecticut. It also provides an overview of bobcat habitat, diet, behavior, reproduction and current research efforts.

Curious about Digimon the card game? Interested in learning how to play but don't want to spend hours on YouTube? Need a refresher or shaky with the rules? Come to our Learn to Play Digimon!

Come decoupage a jar to make a beautiful vase and add Daisies made on our Glowforge. Perfect for Mother's day or as a decoration! 

It's officially baseball season and it's time to test your knowledge. Register as an individual or as a group. Wear your merch and represent your team--but poor sportsmanship will get you ejected from the game!

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! 

Need help with technology? Stop by the Teen Space to meet with one of our teen volunteers for tech help!

Register for a reminder.

Open to teens and adults who need tech help!

This month we're making: Paper Bird Garland

Please note there's no Monthly Makers in April so registration for May's event will open April 10 at 9:00 AM.