Art Exhibit: Coffee House Portraits

The Coffee House Portraits explore the inner life of strangers sitting in a coffeehouse, at a moment in time. The portraits are an expressive exploration of the faces and beings of these strangers. In such momentary explorations, the artist can’t but reveal his own inne......More

The Coffee House Portraits explore the inner life of strangers sitting in a coffeehouse, at a moment in time. The portraits are an expressive exploration of the faces and beings of these strangers. In such momentary explorations, the artist can’t but reveal his own inner being as well. The portraits begin with a quick and spontaneous drawing using ink, pencil, coffee, and/or oil pastels: the visual expression of an urge to capture an interesting element, energy, tension or emotion of the subject. The sense of the immediacy of the moment drives the mark-making, although some portraits are furtherworked on in the studio to render larger on paper, canvas, wood pieces or panels. Other portraits are left as they are in the moment. Meet the artist Garrett Phelan on Saturday, March 15 between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM in the Hoppin Gallery at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street during Poetry Reading with Debbie Gilbert & Garrett Phelan. Exhibits are open to the public during open hours at the Main and Barney Libraries. However, since the gallery spaces are used for other programs and events, the exhibits may not always be accessible. Anyone wishing to view the exhibits are asked to check with the Libraries by phone at 860-673-6791 to confirm availability and accessibility of the rooms.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Maker Fair

Visit the Main Library on Sunday, March 23 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM for the next Maker Fair!Enjoy demonstrations, hands-on crafting, and experiments happening throughout the library for all ages.Browse the work of local artisans who will be demonstrating and selling their......More

Visit the Main Library on Sunday, March 23 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM for the next Maker Fair!Enjoy demonstrations, hands-on crafting, and experiments happening throughout the library for all ages.Browse the work of local artisans who will be demonstrating and selling their goods.Explore the library's Maker Space with demos and activities, and so much more!We can't wait to see you!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Oh Baby! Baby Storytime

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session.  Perfect for our littlest patrons, this storytime enriches the language learning abilities of babies through the use of stories, finger pl......More

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session.  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.  Please note there is no class on April 14th.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Mini Mozarts

In this program children ages 3-5 will have the opportunity to explore and create music using their voices, bodies, and percussion instruments. Each month we will learn about music through stories, songs, and crafts. *Please note: This is not a weekly storytime; each in......More

In this program children ages 3-5 will have the opportunity to explore and create music using their voices, bodies, and percussion instruments. Each month we will learn about music through stories, songs, and crafts. *Please note: This is not a weekly storytime; each individual program has a separate registration.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Craft Your Way!

Stop by the Teen Space to make origami, paint miniatures, and destress with coloring pages between the hours of 2:30pm-4:00pm!Open to those in Grades 7-12. Register for a reminder!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Onederful Ones

Ages 12 - 23 months with a caregiver. A fun-filled storytime featuring books, fingerplays, and lots of music and movement.**Please note: No class on March 15

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Movers and Groovers

Let’s move and groove together at the Barney Library! We will read a fun book and do some dancing in the Hoppin Gallery. This is a drop in program, no registration required!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Pint- Sized Picassos

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.(**Please note: one registration signs you up for the WHOLE SPRING SESSION [different tha......More

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.(**Please note: one registration signs you up for the WHOLE SPRING SESSION [different than before, when the registrations were individual.])

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Alphabet Academy

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.  Have fun getting to know the ABCs! This early literacy program focuses on teaching children the letters......More

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.  Have fun getting to know the ABCs! This early literacy program focuses on teaching children the letters of the alphabet and their associated sounds through interactive activities including stories and crafts. Class will not be held on 11/26, 12/24 and 12/31.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Novel Ideas

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Craft Your Way!

Stop by the Teen Space to make origami, paint miniatures, and destress with coloring pages between the hours of 2:30pm-4:00pm!Open to those in Grades 7-12. Register for a reminder!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

We Play Wednesday

Come play at Barney Library. Time for caregivers and children to form friendships! Parents can chat while children play in the Gallery turned playroom! Drop in for a few minutes or stay the whole time. No registration required.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Terrific Twos

Terrific Twos is designed for the child who will be 24 months old at the start of the session. We will build early literacy skills through the use of books, rhymes, finger play and songs.  Please note there is no class on April 16.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Bite Size Science

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts.There is no class on April 2, 2025 or April 16, 2025.  **Please note in this Spring session you are registering for the WHOLE SESSION - one regis......More

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts.There is no class on April 2, 2025 or April 16, 2025.  **Please note in this Spring session you are registering for the WHOLE SESSION - one registration registers you for the series.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Craft Your Way!

Stop by the Teen Space to make origami, paint miniatures, and destress with coloring pages between the hours of 2:30pm-4:00pm!Open to those in Grades 7-12. Register for a reminder!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Teen Tech Help

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!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Adaptive Storytime

Adaptive storytime will offer families of  neurodiverse children ages 4 -10 a slower-paced storytime in a small group setting. During this storytime you can expect: interactive stories and songs, social narratives, visual schedules, fun with fidgets and props, and time ......More

Adaptive storytime will offer families of  neurodiverse children ages 4 -10 a slower-paced storytime in a small group setting. During this 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 2 interest level. Please email Ms. Lorette at [email protected] for registration information.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Two Much Fun

Join us to get movin' and groovin' with stories, music, movement, and a sensory or play activity!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Thriving Threes!

For three-year-olds and their caregivers. Registration Required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session. This storytime weaves the development of language and listening skills into a fun-filled program of read-alouds, flannel board activities, mus......More

For three-year-olds and their caregivers. Registration Required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session. 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.  Please note there is no class on 4/17

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Afternoons at Bijou

Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1939)An aged teacher and former headmaster of a boarding school recalls his career and his personal life over the decades. Starring Greer Garson, Robert Donat, and Terry Kilburn. 1HR 54MIN.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Craft Your Way!

Stop by the Teen Space to make origami, paint miniatures, and destress with coloring pages between the hours of 2:30pm-4:00pm!Open to those in Grades 7-12. Register for a reminder!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Learn Basic French

Looking for a new language to try? Why not try French? We will highlight our database "Transparent Language" to help us learn basic words and vocabulary. Learn basic French words and conversation that will have you saying "Qui, Qui" in no time!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Rockin' Robotics S.T.E.A.M - (Instruments)

Grades 1-3. Registration required.We have teamed up with The Farmington High School Robotics Team for an engaging evening to teach basic S.T.E.A.M principles, all while having fun!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Teen Biblio Box

Sign up for some fun treats and a hand selected library book picked just for you! Register via the calendar one time and be subscribed--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from the list but it's easy to sign up again!Fill out this interest form so we can select a b......More

Sign up for some fun treats and a hand selected library book picked just for you! Register via the calendar one time and be subscribed--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from the list but it's easy to sign up again!Fill out this interest form so we can select a book just for you!The book will be checked out to the card provided in the interest form so your box is all ready to go when you come to pick it up!Return the book and the box but the goodies are yours to keep!You can pick up your Biblio Box at the Adult Services desk on the second floor on the day indicated on the calendar. This program is open to teens in grades 7-12. Registration Required.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tween Bibliobox

Sign up for some fun treats and a hand-selected library book picked just for you! Register via this calendar once and be subscribed for 4 months--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from the list but it's easy to sign up again!Fill out an interest form so we can se......More

Sign up for some fun treats and a hand-selected library book picked just for you! Register via this calendar once and be subscribed for 4 months--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from the list but it's easy to sign up again!Fill out an interest form so we can select a book just for you! This will be emailed to you, once you register.The book will be checked out to the card provided on the interest form so your box is all ready to go when you come to pick it up!Return the book and the box but the goodies are yours to keep!You can pick up your Bibliobox at the Kids' Place desk on the day indicated on the calendar. This program is open to tweens in grades 4-6. Registration required.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tots and Tunes and Tales

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

Monthly Makers

This month we're making: Bee Baths Please note there's no Monthly Makers in April so registration for May's event will open April 10 at 9:00 AM.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

No-Sew Bunny!

Come craft an adorable bunny with us!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Oh Baby! Baby Storytime

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session.  Perfect for our littlest patrons, this storytime enriches the language learning abilities of babies through the use of stories, finger pl......More

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session.  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.  Please note there is no class on April 14th.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Neuro-Spicy Conversation Group

Get together and unmask with others who think differently. Show off your special interest, share experiences, and inspire and encourage others living in the neurotypical world.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Onederful Ones

Ages 12 - 23 months with a caregiver. A fun-filled storytime featuring books, fingerplays, and lots of music and movement.**Please note: No class on March 15

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Movers and Groovers

Let’s move and groove together at the Barney Library! We will read a fun book and do some dancing in the Hoppin Gallery. This is a drop in program, no registration required!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Pint- Sized Picassos

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.(**Please note: one registration signs you up for the WHOLE SPRING SESSION [different tha......More

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.(**Please note: one registration signs you up for the WHOLE SPRING SESSION [different than before, when the registrations were individual.])

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Alphabet Academy

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.  Have fun getting to know the ABCs! This early literacy program focuses on teaching children the letters......More

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.  Have fun getting to know the ABCs! This early literacy program focuses on teaching children the letters of the alphabet and their associated sounds through interactive activities including stories and crafts. Class will not be held on 11/26, 12/24 and 12/31.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Farmington Youth Mental Health Workshop

Do you have a child in elementary school? Navigating the science behind screen time and brain development can be confusing. Join other parents in your situation for a 1 hour seminar on how technology affects kids. Let the latest fact empower your decisions on where to s......More

Do you have a child in elementary school? Navigating the science behind screen time and brain development can be confusing. Join other parents in your situation for a 1 hour seminar on how technology affects kids. Let the latest fact empower your decisions on where to set boundaries around screens. Note: This program is for parents only.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US