Preschool Circle Time (NWL)

Ages 2-3: Littles will celebrate a different theme each week with a movement activity, turn-taking, and more! This program is for the child and caregiver.This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.Please register for only one series per child.......More

Ages 2-3: Littles will celebrate a different theme each week with a movement activity, turn-taking, and more! This program is for the child and caregiver.This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.Please register for only one series per child.Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.If your child is sick, please stay home.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Closed: Good Friday

Mulcahy Academy of Irish Dance (Off-site)

PLEASE NOTE: This program is taking place at West Hartford Conference Center, 50 South Main Street. Park at Town Hall and enter via the South Main Street entrance.All ages: Join us for traditional and contemporary Irish dance with dancers from the Mulcahy School of Iris......More

PLEASE NOTE: This program is taking place at West Hartford Conference Center, 50 South Main Street. Park at Town Hall and enter via the South Main Street entrance.All ages: Join us for traditional and contemporary Irish dance with dancers from the Mulcahy School of Irish Dance. Learn a wee jig or maybe two! Registration required. Registration opens 3/16 at 7:00pm.

50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Closed: Easter

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Mother Goose on the Loose (FX)

1073 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06110, US

Sonic the Hedgehog Day (NWL)

Grades 6-12: This event is for Sonic the Hedgehog fans! Test your knowledge of the franchise with trivia (bring a device to play on), coloring sheets, snacks and more. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm. Th......More

Grades 6-12: This event is for Sonic the Hedgehog fans! Test your knowledge of the franchise with trivia (bring a device to play on), coloring sheets, snacks and more. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm. This program is sponsored by the 2025-2026 WHPL Teen Advisory Board.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Shakespeare Book Club (NWL & Virtual)

Shakespeare's Plays Online: http://shakespeare.mit.edu/Capital Classics Mission Statement: Capital Classics, a non-Equity professional theatre company, was founded in 1991 to enrich the cultural environment of Greater Hartford through the theatre arts. We are committed ......More

Shakespeare's Plays Online: http://shakespeare.mit.edu/Capital Classics Mission Statement: Capital Classics, a non-Equity professional theatre company, was founded in 1991 to enrich the cultural environment of Greater Hartford through the theatre arts. We are committed to providing classical entertainment that is affordable, accessible, and engaging; serving the community with cultural and educational programming, and providing job opportunities and training to Connecticut's professional theatre artists.The SHAKESPEARE BOOK CLUB is now hybrid, both in-person and through Zoom. FOR INFORMATION ON ACCESSING OUR 2025-2026 SEASON, please EMAIL: [email protected]

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Family Storytime (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Babies Love Books (FX)

Ages birth to 4: A literacy program for immigrant families, caregivers and children. Stories, songs, crafts, playtime and books to take home! This program is for the child and their caregiver.Registration required. In-person registration will take place at Faxon library......More

Ages birth to 4: A literacy program for immigrant families, caregivers and children. Stories, songs, crafts, playtime and books to take home! This program is for the child and their caregiver.Registration required. In-person registration will take place at Faxon library Wednesday, February 25 at 6:00pm.

1073 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06110, US

Mini Movers (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Next Chapter Success: Essential Skills for Mature Workers (NWL)

Job seekers 50 and over are invited to join Seniors Job Bank of CT for this 3-part series to gain practical information and skills for thriving in todays' job market. Areas covered will include resume coaching, interview skills, professional tools, networking, goal sett......More

Job seekers 50 and over are invited to join Seniors Job Bank of CT for this 3-part series to gain practical information and skills for thriving in todays' job market. Areas covered will include resume coaching, interview skills, professional tools, networking, goal setting, workplace readiness, and much more. ScheduleApril 7 - Foundations of SuccessApril 8 - Digital & Professional ToolsApril 9 - Thriving in the Next ChapterSpace is limited. Registration required. Click here to register at Senior Job Bank of CT's website.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Teen Tuesdays @ Studio 20: Mushroom Fairy Lights (NWL)

Grades 7-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio has to offer. Each month we will try out a new project. This month we will be making mushroom fairy lights.Space is limited. Registration......More

Grades 7-12: Tuesday afternoons at Studio 20 South are just for teens! Join us to explore the various tools and equipment the Studio has to offer. Each month we will try out a new project. This month we will be making mushroom fairy lights.Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

West Hartford Tabletop Game Club (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Night Owls Book Group (Virtual)

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Fun with Favorites (NWL)

Ages 3-5: Join us for a lively storytime celebrating favorite children’s authors with engaging read-alouds, songs, and games. Children will enjoy fun activities inspired by beloved books while building early literacy skills. This program is for the child alone. Caregive......More

Ages 3-5: Join us for a lively storytime celebrating favorite children’s authors with engaging read-alouds, songs, and games. Children will enjoy fun activities inspired by beloved books while building early literacy skills. This program is for the child alone. Caregivers must remain in the library. This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.Please register for only one series per child.Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.If your child is sick, please stay home.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Next Chapter Success: Essential Skills for Mature Workers (NWL)

Job seekers 50 and over are invited to join Seniors Job Bank of CT for this 3-part series to gain practical information and skills for thriving in todays' job market. Areas covered will include resume coaching, interview skills, professional tools, networking, goal sett......More

Job seekers 50 and over are invited to join Seniors Job Bank of CT for this 3-part series to gain practical information and skills for thriving in todays' job market. Areas covered will include resume coaching, interview skills, professional tools, networking, goal setting, workplace readiness, and much more. ScheduleApril 7 - Foundations of SuccessApril 8 - Digital & Professional ToolsApril 9 - Thriving in the Next ChapterSpace is limited. Registration required. Click here to register at Senior Job Bank of CT's website.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Lego Club (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Immigrant Youth Advocates (FX)

1073 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06110, US

Teen D&D: Wild Beyond the Witchlight (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Sewing 101 (NWL)

Ages 12 & up: In this workshop, you’ll familiarize yourself with the parts and functions of a sewing machine while practicing essential sewing skills such as threading the machine, adjusting settings, and stitching straight lines. Participants will learn to create the c......More

Ages 12 & up: In this workshop, you’ll familiarize yourself with the parts and functions of a sewing machine while practicing essential sewing skills such as threading the machine, adjusting settings, and stitching straight lines. Participants will learn to create the classic nine patch block—an essential element of quilting—and be able to make a follow-up appointment to continue to explore the machine for personal projects. No experience necessary.Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens 3 weeks before the program.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Once Upon a Story: A Storytime in Honor of Gertrude Blanks (FX)

Ages 3 & up: Put your PJs on and snuggle in at Faxon for a storytime about the power of words, stories, and libraries. This program is for the child and their caregiver.No registration required.This storytime is part of the annual Gertrude Blanks Celebration honoring lo......More

Ages 3 & up: Put your PJs on and snuggle in at Faxon for a storytime about the power of words, stories, and libraries. This program is for the child and their caregiver.No registration required.This storytime is part of the annual Gertrude Blanks Celebration honoring local storyteller and librarian Gertrude Blanks.

1073 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06110, US

Terrific Twos (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Preschool Circle Time (NWL)

Ages 2-3: Littles will celebrate a different theme each week with a movement activity, turn-taking, and more! This program is for the child and caregiver.This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.Please register for only one series per child.......More

Ages 2-3: Littles will celebrate a different theme each week with a movement activity, turn-taking, and more! This program is for the child and caregiver.This is part of the Preschool Storytime Series. Registration required.Please register for only one series per child.Please be mindful of your schedule and be prepared to attend each class. The series takes place over several weeks.Children must be recommended age by the start of the series.If your child is sick, please stay home.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Next Chapter Success: Essential Skills for Mature Workers (NWL)

Job seekers 50 and over are invited to join Seniors Job Bank of CT for this 3-part series to gain practical information and skills for thriving in todays' job market. Areas covered will include resume coaching, interview skills, professional tools, networking, goal sett......More

Job seekers 50 and over are invited to join Seniors Job Bank of CT for this 3-part series to gain practical information and skills for thriving in todays' job market. Areas covered will include resume coaching, interview skills, professional tools, networking, goal setting, workplace readiness, and much more. ScheduleApril 7 - Foundations of SuccessApril 8 - Digital & Professional ToolsApril 9 - Thriving in the Next ChapterSpace is limited. Registration required. Click here to register at Senior Job Bank of CT's website.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Adult Crafternoons: Carved Stamps (FX)

This month we will be designing and carving our own custom stamps! All abilities encouraged! Participants that require caregiver support welcome.Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm. Please register for ONLY ......More

This month we will be designing and carving our own custom stamps! All abilities encouraged! Participants that require caregiver support welcome.Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm. Please register for ONLY Faxon OR Bishops Corner.

1073 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06110, US

Practice English at Faxon (FX)

1073 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06110, US

Mother Goose on the Loose (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

New Yorker Discussion Group (NWL & Virtual)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Babytime (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Community Maker Series: Spring Lanterns with Anne Cubberly (NWL)

All ages: Anne Cubberly is an accomplished artist, renowned in the Capitol Region for her incredible menagerie of giant puppets. She will lead an intimate workshop teaching participants how to create a simple lantern for the spring using tissue and bamboo. Dress for a m......More

All ages: Anne Cubberly is an accomplished artist, renowned in the Capitol Region for her incredible menagerie of giant puppets. She will lead an intimate workshop teaching participants how to create a simple lantern for the spring using tissue and bamboo. Dress for a mess. All abilities encouraged! Participants that require caregiver support welcome. Ages 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.Space is limited. Registration required. Registration opens 3 weeks before the program at 7:00pm.

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

West Hartford Anime Club (NWL)

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Teen Crochet Club (NWL)

Grades 6-12: Join us one Saturday a month to crochet with friends. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with materials and patterns supplied by the library. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm.Questions? ......More

Grades 6-12: Join us one Saturday a month to crochet with friends. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with materials and patterns supplied by the library. Registration required. Registration opens one month before the program at 7:00pm.Questions? Contact us at [email protected].

20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US