Week Calendar

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts.

(Please note there is a separate registration for each Bite Size Science class.)

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session.  

Drop-in program.

This high-energy music and movement class will have us dancing and laughing!  We'll start with a story and then move to the music.

Let’s move and groove together in the Library! We will read a fun book and do some dancing. We will meet in the Hoppin Gallery upstairs at the Barney. This is a drop in program.

In this program children ages 3-5 will have the opportunity to explore and create music using their voices, bodies, and percussion instruments. Each week we will learn about music through stories, songs, and crafts.

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.

  Join us for a sweet, seasonal story time, including fresh apple cider and a doughnut! 

Homeschoolers ages 7-9 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Elementary Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each library will alternate months hosting the discussion.

Homeschoolers ages 9-12 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Intermediate Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each library will alternate months hosting the discussion.

Ages 4-5, for the child alone (caregivers must stay in the Kids’ Place). Registration required; register once for entire session. 

In order to engage Farmington residents more broadly and hear about their aspirations, priorities and goals for the community, come meet with members of the Strategic Planning Committee and help us identify priorities for shaping the future of the

Ages 4 – 5, for the child alone (caregivers must stay in the Kids’ Place). Registration required. Please note that you only need to register once for all 23 classes.  

Enjoy an afternoon of painting and listening to music. For Spooky Season, we're going to be painting on a very special medium - a pumpkin! 

All supplies provided.

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!

The Invisible Man (1933)
A scientist finds a way of becoming invisible, but in doing so, he becomes murderously insane. Starring Claude Rains, Gloria Stuart, and William Harrigan. 1hr 11min.

Do you think you're the best Super Smash Bros player? Compete against others for the ultimate weird trophy and $10 gift card prize!

Register to sign up! Open to those in Grades 7-12.

Local resident and retired educator, John Sherman, is bringing his love for one of our oldest board games – “The Game of Kings!” - to the Farmington Library.  Beginners through advanced are welcome.

Join artist Robert Mahar and Courtney Cerruti in transforming a quartet of vintage black and white photographs with haunting embroidery embellishments.

Presented by C2 Education:

Are you an avid crocheter? Want to learn how to crochet? Sign up for our After Hours: Crochet Circle! Bring your own project or choose from a provided pattern. Spend your Friday evening making a cute cozy friend and learning a new skill!