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Friday April 19 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
PRACTICE ENGLISH @ FAXON
If you are a speaker of a language other than English and you would like to learn to practice English, please contact Pramod Pradhan, Community Engagement Librarian, at the Faxon Branch Library at (860) 561-8202. Classes are scheduled at Faxon every Friday 10AM – 12PM.T......More
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Friday April 19 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
New Yorker Discussion Group (Hybrid)
The New Yorker magazine discussion group first met on May 2, 2014 at the Noah Webster Library, and has been meeting weekly ever since. Currently, the group meets virtually every Friday at 11 a.m. in a hybrid format, both in-person and on Zoom. Average attendance is appr......More
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Friday April 19 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Come Learn with Me: What's that Sound? (NWL)
Come Learn with Me: What's that Sound?For ages 3-5Join us for stories, songs & playtime exploring the “What's that Sound?” theme. Children will take home a backpack with books, toys & learning games based on the theme. Registration required.
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Saturday April 20 All Day
The Tortured Poets Society Release Day Crafts
Grades 6-12 (Drop-In Event): In honor of Taylor Swift's new album release, stop by the Teen Room to make a beaded bracelet or try your hand at blackout poetry. Brought to you by the 2023-2024 West Hartford Libraries Teen Advisory Board.
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Saturday April 20 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Faxon Poets (Hybrid)
The Faxon Poets Group was formed in 2002. The group typically meets on the third Saturday of every month at Noah Webster Library and will be a hybrid meeting (both through Zoom and in person).The mission of the group is to provide a space for poets to read their poems a......More
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Saturday April 20 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Tween Chess (FX)
Tween Chess @FaxonFor grades 4-8Tweens ... Work with teen chess teachers, who are seasoned tournament players with teaching experience. Group lessons or one-on-one help. All levels. Additional strategy games will be available for independent play. Registration required.
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Saturday April 20 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Pip Yoga visits Faxon (FX)
Pip Yoga Studio visits the Faxon LibraryFor ages 3-7 and their parentsPip Yoga for kids is a story-based yoga class focusing on mindfulness, creative movement and fun! Your little one will go on a narrative journey, stretching their bodies as well as their imagination.A......More
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Sunday April 21 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Sundays in the Park with Sam: Sketching in Elizabeth Park
Daffodils and tulips will be in bloom for this first in a series of live sketching meet-ups at Elizabeth Park. Enjoy the nature and beautiful weather while capturing the decisive lines and shapes the season brings. Studio Coordinator and local artist Samuel Ferri will p......More
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Monday April 22 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Special Library Board Meeting
Special Library Board Meeting - 11AM< to 12 Noon - VirtualIf this meeting is virtual, it can be viewed live on West Hartford Community Television at www.whctv.org and www.youtube/whctv5.com.Anyone requiring auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or modific......More
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Monday April 22 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Teen D&D: Curse of Strahd
This campaign is currently full.Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Email us at [email protected].
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Monday April 22 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Screen Time Series: The David Fincher Filmography
David Fincher is an acclaimed director and one of the most distinct voices working in cinema today. Join us in this discussion as we examine his filmography including titles such as Seven (1995), Fight Club (1999), Zodiac (2007), The Social Network (2010), and Gone Girl......More
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Monday April 22 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Library Board Meeting
If this meeting is virtual, it can be viewed live on West Hartford Community Television at www.whctv.org and www.youtube/whctv5.com.Anyone requiring auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or modification of policies or procedures to participate in a meetin......More
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Tuesday April 23 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Meet a Ballerina
The Hartt Dance Division of the University of Hartford presentsMEET A BALLERINAFor children ages 3-5Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited on Tuesday, April 23 at the FAXON Library to meet a ballerina and participate in a modified dance class! Meets in the F......More
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Tuesday April 23 5:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
PHACTT Grant Leadership Workshop
Grades 8-12: If you previously submitted a PHACTT grant or if you didn't and are still interested in participating in a PHACTT project, please consider registering for this 2 part series!Mrs. Karp and Gretchen Levitz will be on hand at the library to mentor you and teac......More
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Tuesday April 23 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
West Hartford Tabletop Game Club
The West Hartford Tabletop Game Club is a friendly, inclusive, and accessible tabletop role playing game group for adults of ALL experience levels! Whether you’ve never played a game in your life or you’re a seasoned GM, this group is for you. We are open to all players......More
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Tuesday April 23 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Paper People: Making Characters, Toys and More From Papercraft
Join Studio 20 South on a creative adventure where you'll transform humble sheets of paper into delightful figures, toys, or any other imaginative form you can dream up. Armed with just paper, scissors, and glue, you'll explore the art of papercraft, learning techniques......More
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Tuesday April 23 6:15pm - 7:45pm EDT
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Tuesday April 23 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Easiest Houseplants Ever with Style (Virtual)
THIS PROGRAM IS A VIRTUAL-ONLY EVENT. REGISTER BELOW BY LEAVING YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS TO RECEIVE LOGIN AND CALL-IN INSTRUCTIONS (SENT TO YOU ONE DAY BEFORE THE PROGRAM). Looking for the perfect green match for your home? This lecture is full of easily hosted ideas. No matt......More
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Wednesday April 24 3:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Faxon Tween Den (FX)
FAXON TWEEN DENGrades 5-7This program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class.The Faxon Meeting Room is the place to hang out after school for board games, VR, art cart, chess lessons, and other activities. Parents can drop children off after completing an e......More
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Wednesday April 24 5:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
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Wednesday April 24 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Teen D&D: Dragonlance
This campaign is currently full.Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Email us at [email protected].
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Wednesday April 24 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Connecticut Screenwriters (Hybrid)
WEDNESDAY - Connecticut Screenwriters, a library-sponsored group, was established in April 2004. The group meets on the last Wednesday of every month (except Dec.) at 6 PM. Meetings are typically held either in the Library Meeting Room or the Board Room, Noah Webster Li......More
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Wednesday April 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Mary Cassatt Tea - Mother's Day Card (NWL)
Mary Cassatt Tea - Mother's Day CardGrades 4-7Tea cups and tea pots have been the focus of many pieces of art. The impressionist Mary Cassatt used them in many of her most beautiful paintings. Come join us and make a Mother's Day card inspired by art for your mother or ......More
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Wednesday April 24 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
The Magic and Perils of Bird Migration in Connecticut (In-Person)
Please note that this program will be in-person at the Noah Webster Library.Come learn about the amazing journeys that migratory birds make through Connecticut twice every year in this special interactive presentation. Peak spring bird migration in Connecticut runs from......More
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Friday April 26 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
PRACTICE ENGLISH @ FAXON
If you are a speaker of a language other than English and you would like to learn to practice English, please contact Pramod Pradhan, Community Engagement Librarian, at the Faxon Branch Library at (860) 561-8202. Classes are scheduled at Faxon every Friday 10AM – 12PM.T......More
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Friday April 26 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
New Yorker Discussion Group (Hybrid)
The New Yorker magazine discussion group first met on May 2, 2014 at the Noah Webster Library, and has been meeting weekly ever since. Currently, the group meets virtually every Friday at 11 a.m. in a hybrid format, both in-person and on Zoom. Average attendance is appr......More
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Paint Matinee with Pam's Picasso's
Grades 6-12: Join us for a paint night in the morning! Create a springy painting to brighten up your space. Materials and instruction will be provided by Pam's Picassos.Register online. Seats are limited!Also, please note that you will receive an email to RSVP 48 hours ......More
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Sculpting in the Digital Age: 3D Modelling in Tinkercad
For those already familiar with the basic principles of 3D printing, this workshop will teach you how to begin using Tinkercad, a free web-based 3D modeling software to create your own objects from scratch. Participants will have the opportunity to build their original ......More
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Monday April 29 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)
MOTHER GOOSE on the LOOSEAges 18 months - 4 yearsThis program requires registration - this is not a drop-in class.Music, movement, visual literacy and language development in a fun class that teaches social skills, taking turns, and how to express emotions.Meets on Mond......More
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Monday April 29 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Teen D&D: Curse of Strahd
This campaign is currently full.Questions about Dungeons & Dragons programming? Email us at [email protected].