Preschool Storytime

Join us for this weekly drop in storytime for kids ages 3-5. This storytime weaves the development of language and listening skills into a fun-filled program of read-alouds, flannel board activities, music, movement, and rhymes. Special focus will be placed on school re......More

Join us for this weekly drop in storytime for kids ages 3-5. This storytime weaves the development of language and listening skills into a fun-filled program of read-alouds, flannel board activities, music, movement, and rhymes. Special focus will be placed on school readiness skills such as the alphabet, counting, and following directions. At the end of each session children will have the option to participate in open play time with the library's special toys.Please note that the sessions on 9/28,10/5 and 11/9 will be held in the children's program room not the Jay Johnston Community Room and space may be limited on these dates.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Baby's Morning Out Playgroup by UCONN

A playgroup for caregivers and their infants 0-12 months of age. Join us for this playgroup with a focus on development, parent-infant socialization, and play!*There is no such thing as being late! Fussy babies welcome!*For safety reasons, we are unable to accommodate t......More

A playgroup for caregivers and their infants 0-12 months of age. Join us for this playgroup with a focus on development, parent-infant socialization, and play!*There is no such thing as being late! Fussy babies welcome!*For safety reasons, we are unable to accommodate toddlers (over the age of 12 months).Drop In! No Registration Required. Open to Caregivers and their infants of 0-12 months of age.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Barney Kids Book Club

No assigned reading—just stories, fun, and creativity! Join Miss Amy at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street after school for a read-aloud and themed craft or activity for students in Grades K-4. You're never too old for storytime be sure to register and let us know you'r......More

No assigned reading—just stories, fun, and creativity! Join Miss Amy at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street after school for a read-aloud and themed craft or activity for students in Grades K-4. You're never too old for storytime be sure to register and let us know you're attending!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Junk Journaling

Join us for a monthly foray into Junk Journaling!A form of art journaling, Junk Journaling is a fun way to record your memories and creative expressions. Kind of like a scrapbook or traditional journal for memory keeping with pieces of "junk", either as a collage or wit......More

Join us for a monthly foray into Junk Journaling!A form of art journaling, Junk Journaling is a fun way to record your memories and creative expressions. Kind of like a scrapbook or traditional journal for memory keeping with pieces of "junk", either as a collage or with some kind of caption/memory about that object.Teens (Grades 7-12) and Adults are welcome to join us on the 2nd Monday of each month to explore and journal together!What is the "junk"?Those receipts you have piling up in your wallet, stickers you've been hanging on to since childhood, pictures from magazines, discarded book pages, your candy wrappers, old movie tickets, the possibilities are endless! The library will supply some things that fit into this theme, but feel free to bring some of your own items to journal with or share with others!What will I learn?We will talk about the benefits of journaling, and learn more about different artistic forms or the practice. We will have themes and prompts that fit within it on each workshop day, but you can also lean into your creativity and make whatever pages you are inspired to by our discussions and supplies!Registration is encouraged, and this program is open to Teens (Grades 7-12) and Adults!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Adult Take-and-Make Program: Pumpkin Pie Banner

Registration Update:Due to demand, we will be offering early bird registration to Farmington Libraries' Cardholders. On October 28, 2026 at 9am Farmington Libraries' Cardholders may register by phone call only, for early bird registration. Please have your valid Farming......More

Registration Update:Due to demand, we will be offering early bird registration to Farmington Libraries' Cardholders. On October 28, 2026 at 9am Farmington Libraries' Cardholders may register by phone call only, for early bird registration. Please have your valid Farmington Libraries’ card number ready. Starting October 29, 2026 at 9am the program registration will open for residents of all towns, either by phone or online. We are hoping these changes will allow us to serve you better. Thank you for your patience as we adjust!We'll be making this cozy felt pumpkin pie banner--perfect to decorate for the holidays!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Movers and Groovers

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Teen Craft: Polmer Clay Mini Pies

Join us in November to make a special teen craft! Create your own teeny tiny pie with polymer clay, leave it at the library to be baked, and pick up your finished itty bitty dessert the next time you come in to visit!This craft is open to friends in Grades 7-12.Register......More

Join us in November to make a special teen craft! Create your own teeny tiny pie with polymer clay, leave it at the library to be baked, and pick up your finished itty bitty dessert the next time you come in to visit!This craft is open to friends in Grades 7-12.Register for a reminder, drop ins welcome!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Intro to Equipment: Glowforge Pro

Come and join us in our Studio for an introduction to our Glowforge Pro!IMPORTANT NOTE: This program is strictly limited to ages 18+ for safety purposes.The Glowforge uses a thin, focused laser beam to pierce through materials like wood, acrylic, & more to cut out or et......More

Come and join us in our Studio for an introduction to our Glowforge Pro!IMPORTANT NOTE: This program is strictly limited to ages 18+ for safety purposes.The Glowforge uses a thin, focused laser beam to pierce through materials like wood, acrylic, & more to cut out or etch your designs.In this one hour hands-on session, you can participate in a guided craft demo using the Glowforge with a member of our Maker Space staff.Registration is not required, but limited seats are available. The program will be first-come, first-served with a maximum of 6 attendees. If you miss us this week, check back in! Our Intro to Equipment classes will take place every other Tuesday evening.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Bilingual Spanish Storytime

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories in Spanish and English!The storytime is geared toward children ages 3-6 but families and kids of all ages are welcome to join us! Registration is required to attend.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Baby & Me Storytime

For caregivers of babies who are not yet walking independently. Drop In!Perfect for our littlest patrons, this storytime enriches the language learning abilities of babies through the use of stories, finger plays, and songs. The second half of the class includes music a......More

For caregivers of babies who are not yet walking independently. Drop In!Perfect for our littlest patrons, this storytime enriches the language learning abilities of babies through the use of stories, finger plays, and songs. The second half of the class includes music and playtime. Feel free to bring a blanket for your baby to sit/lie down on.Register for an email reminder! (Registration is NOT required, Baby and Me is a Drop In program!)

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Bouncing Bookworms Storytime

Get ready to wiggle, read and explore! This sensory storytime centers movement and sensory exploration to enhance learning outcomes for toddlers! Each session will include interactive stories and movement and music with props, followed by 15 minutes of sensory and art a......More

Get ready to wiggle, read and explore! This sensory storytime centers movement and sensory exploration to enhance learning outcomes for toddlers! Each session will include interactive stories and movement and music with props, followed by 15 minutes of sensory and art activity stations.Open to children ages 2-3! Registration Required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tinkering Tweens: DIY Solar System Lights

Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience. Everything from Marble runs and programmable robots to 3D pens and clay; we have it all!This month, join us to pa......More

Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience. Everything from Marble runs and programmable robots to 3D pens and clay; we have it all!This month, join us to paint and decorate light-up planets in a solar system art piece!Open to those ages 10-12. Registration Required.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Adaptive Storytime

Adaptive storytime will offer families of neurodiverse* children ages 3 -10 an engaging storytime in a small group setting. During this mixed ability storytime you can expect interactive stories and songs, social narratives, visual schedules, fun with fidgets and props,......More

Adaptive storytime will offer families of neurodiverse* children ages 3 -10 an engaging storytime in a small group setting. During this mixed ability storytime you can expect interactive stories and songs, social narratives, visual schedules, fun with fidgets and props, and time for free choice play and caregiver socialization. Activities will generally fall within a preschool to grade 1 interest level.* Neurodiversity describes the idea that people experience and interact with the world around them in many different ways; there is no one "right" way of thinking, learning, and behaving. The word neurodiversity is often used in the context of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), as well as other neurological or developmental conditions such as ADHD or learning disabilities (Harvard).

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Toddler Time

Drop-in for storytime fun geared toward children ages 2-3! We'll dance, sing, move, and play while building early literacy skills and a love of reading together!No registration required! Siblings of all ages are also welcome to join! This fall storytime session will run......More

Drop-in for storytime fun geared toward children ages 2-3! We'll dance, sing, move, and play while building early literacy skills and a love of reading together!No registration required! Siblings of all ages are also welcome to join! This fall storytime session will run on Thursday mornings starting September 24th and ending November 19th 2026.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Bite Sized Science

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts!Registration Required! Open to those ages 3-5!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Baby Steps Support Group

Baby Steps Support Group for parents/caregivers of infants. Run by Elizabeth Weeks, this is an opportunity to connect with other parents with new babies, ask questions with a Certified Postpartum Doula, and get tips and advice on caring for an infant!A scale will be ava......More

Baby Steps Support Group for parents/caregivers of infants. Run by Elizabeth Weeks, this is an opportunity to connect with other parents with new babies, ask questions with a Certified Postpartum Doula, and get tips and advice on caring for an infant!A scale will be available to track baby’s weight. This is a drop in program, no registration required.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Homeschool Curiosity Club

Calling all homeschooled tweens! Do you like to ask questions? Lots, and lots of questions? Do you like finding answers? In this program children ages 9-12 will pick a question of their choosing to dive into and learn how to present their findings. Along the way we will......More

Calling all homeschooled tweens! Do you like to ask questions? Lots, and lots of questions? Do you like finding answers? In this program children ages 9-12 will pick a question of their choosing to dive into and learn how to present their findings. Along the way we will learn research skills such as how to find sources online and in the library, how to take notes, and how to cite sources. On the last day of the program participants will have a chance to share their knowledge with their families. Final projects will be displayed in the children's room display cases for the month of December.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Genealogy Club

Genealogy Club meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month. This is a drop-in session for people at any stage of their family history journey. We'll investigate genealogy resources in print and online, research strategies for particular challenges, share tips and experience......More

Genealogy Club meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month. This is a drop-in session for people at any stage of their family history journey. We'll investigate genealogy resources in print and online, research strategies for particular challenges, share tips and experiences, and might even have a special guest here and there. Come on by!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Cartoons and Crafts

Kick back, relax, craft, and watch cartoons!Friends in Grades 7-12 can join us in Meeting Room 2 on the 2nd Thursday of the month to enjoy some crafting and cartoon watching!We'll watch a cartoon (anime included) and have crafts related to the show to work on while you ......More

Kick back, relax, craft, and watch cartoons!Friends in Grades 7-12 can join us in Meeting Room 2 on the 2nd Thursday of the month to enjoy some crafting and cartoon watching!We'll watch a cartoon (anime included) and have crafts related to the show to work on while you hang out!Register for a reminder. Drop Ins are welcome!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Learn To Play: Free Play

Looking for people to play board games with? Want to teach your favorite game or learn something new? Come to our Learn to Play: Free Play!Register for a Reminder! Open to those 12 and up!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tots and Tunes

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.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Cyber Security Awareness Series

Think cybercrime only happens to other people? Think again. Most data breaches and online scams don’t begin with sophisticated hacking. They start with everyday habits that many of us practice without a second thought.Join us for an eye-opening presentation on 17 common......More

Think cybercrime only happens to other people? Think again. Most data breaches and online scams don’t begin with sophisticated hacking. They start with everyday habits that many of us practice without a second thought.Join us for an eye-opening presentation on 17 common behaviors that can put your personal information, finances, and online accounts at risk. Learn why reusing passwords, ignoring software updates, oversharing on social media, trusting caller ID, connecting to public Wi-Fi, and other seemingly harmless actions can make you vulnerable to cybercriminals.You'll also discover practical steps you can take to strengthen your online security, protect your privacy, and confidently navigate today's digital world. Whether you're a casual internet user or someone who manages multiple online accounts, you'll leave with simple strategies to help keep your information safe.Don't miss this chance to find out which habits may be putting you at risk and what you can do about them. Some of the answers may surprise you!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Monthly Makers

Join us for Monthly Makers at our brand new location and back at 10:00 AM!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 craft......More

Join us for Monthly Makers at our brand new location and back at 10:00 AM!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.This month we're making: Book Page Sunflowers

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Nature Explorers @ the Farmington Land Trust

The Farmington Libraries and The Farmington Land Trust invite kids in grades K-3 to get creative, curious, and discover the wonders of nature! Each session, join us to create nature journals and explore the natural world through stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and......More

The Farmington Libraries and The Farmington Land Trust invite kids in grades K-3 to get creative, curious, and discover the wonders of nature! Each session, join us to create nature journals and explore the natural world through stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and guided outdoor adventures at the Farmington Land Trust (119 Coppermine Road).This program is geared toward children in grades K–3, but siblings of all ages are welcome. Adult supervision is required for younger children. Registration is required to attend and signs your child up for the full series of 4 programs.Sessions are as follows once per month Saturdays 11AM-12:15PM at the Farmington Land Trust:September 19th: Read You Are Part of the Wonder by Ruth Doyle, create your own nature journal, and start your nature exploration journey!October 10th: Read Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden by Christie Mandin, launch seed bombs, and create a spooky plant craftNovember 11th: Read A Pocket Full of Rocks by Kristin Mahoney, find nature treasures, and then craft nature treasure chests and artwork with your treasures!December 12th: Read Hiders Seekers Finders Keepers by Jessica Kulekjian, and go on an adventure to find animal hibernation locations and hidden life in winter!

119 Coppermine Road, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Preschool Storytime

Join us for this weekly drop in storytime for kids ages 3-5. This storytime weaves the development of language and listening skills into a fun-filled program of read-alouds, flannel board activities, music, movement, and rhymes. Special focus will be placed on school re......More

Join us for this weekly drop in storytime for kids ages 3-5. This storytime weaves the development of language and listening skills into a fun-filled program of read-alouds, flannel board activities, music, movement, and rhymes. Special focus will be placed on school readiness skills such as the alphabet, counting, and following directions. At the end of each session children will have the option to participate in open play time with the library's special toys.Please note that the sessions on 9/28,10/5 and 11/9 will be held in the children's program room not the Jay Johnston Community Room and space may be limited on these dates.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tellabration!

Tellabration!® is a cherished annual tradition at Barney Library, where preschool and elementary school children gather each year to experience the magic of live storytelling.As part of a worldwide celebration of the oral storytelling tradition, Tellabration! introduces......More

Tellabration!® is a cherished annual tradition at Barney Library, where preschool and elementary school children gather each year to experience the magic of live storytelling.As part of a worldwide celebration of the oral storytelling tradition, Tellabration! introduces young audiences to the joy of stories shared aloud. Through engaging storytellers, lively characters, and imaginative tales, children discover the power of listening, learning, and connecting through stories.Tellabration! continues a beloved tradition that inspires curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of books and storytelling.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Family Dinner Movie Theater

Bring your dinner and join us for a free movie at Family Dinner Movie Theater on the 3rd Monday of each month! We'll provide the tables, chairs, and the movie on the big screen, you bring your dinner and some friends!November's Movie: Moana (Live Action; PG)Synopsis:Liv......More

Bring your dinner and join us for a free movie at Family Dinner Movie Theater on the 3rd Monday of each month! We'll provide the tables, chairs, and the movie on the big screen, you bring your dinner and some friends!November's Movie: Moana (Live Action; PG)Synopsis:Live-action adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film 'Moana'.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Onderful Ones

Join us for a fun-filled, drop-in storytime featuring books, music, and movement for one year olds!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Movers and Groovers

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Pokémon Club

Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts! Join us once a month to trade Pokémon cards with other Pokémon fans and participate in a Pokémon-themed activity!Open to those in Grades K-12! Registration Required!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Sisters in Crime - CT: Make Mine Murder

Panel:- Sarah Blanchard (thrillers)- Elena Imbimbo (traditional whodunnits)- Kathleen Marple Kalb (historical mysteries)- Chris Knopf (private investigator series)- LM Pampuro (thrillers)Ever wondered where writers get their wildest ideas or how they weave complex plots......More

Panel:- Sarah Blanchard (thrillers)- Elena Imbimbo (traditional whodunnits)- Kathleen Marple Kalb (historical mysteries)- Chris Knopf (private investigator series)- LM Pampuro (thrillers)Ever wondered where writers get their wildest ideas or how they weave complex plots? Join us for an engaging and insightful author panel discussion, where a dynamic lineup of writers pulls back the curtain on the creative process. Five Connecticut crime writers discuss how they write their books - where their ideas come from, how they plot the twists and turns, and how they develop their characters. Our guest authors will dive into the mechanics of storytelling—discussing how they capture initial sparks of inspiration, structure their plots, and skillfully blend real-life events into their fictional worlds. Whether you are an aspiring novelist looking for craft advice or an avid reader curious about the magic behind your favorite books, this event offers a rare glimpse into the writer's mind.Following the moderated conversation, the floor opens to you. Bring your burning questions for our interactive audience Q&A session. This is your chance to engage directly with the authors, pick their brains about the publishing industry, or learn more about their specific books. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow book lovers and celebrate the art of writing!After your questions, you will be able to purchased signed books as authors will have their books for sale.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US