Event List

The Friday English Conversation Club provides a welcoming atmosphere for English as a second-language speakers to participate in lively back-and-forth conversation. Meet and get to know others who are also adjusting to life in the U.S.

The Mystery Book Group has moved to 100% virtual this season. Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, from the comfort of home  for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book Blindsighted by Karin Slaughter.

This program provides background information and policy options for the eight most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country. Topics for discussion this year include:

Did you take Spanish in high school and want to refresh your language skills? Our lively group meets weekly to speak Spanish and discuss various language customs. New members are always welcome in-person or virtually. 

Join the Teen Game Club at the library for a game-filled adventure! Each week, we alternate between playing Nintendo Switch games and board/party games.

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers will provide free individual income tax filing assistance. You must book an appointment ahead of time by calling the Simsbury Senior Center at (860) 658-3273.

Feminist philosopher Dr.

Hang out and be yourself! All identities are welcome! We'll have a variety of crafts and games to choose from. Snacks provided. 

Learn about civil rights & how it concerns housing with Nadiyah Humber, Associate Professor of Law at UCONN Law. More details to come, stay tuned! This event takes place at Avon Free Public Library. 

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, This is Happiness by Niall Williams. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

The Friday English Conversation Club provides a welcoming atmosphere for English as a second-language speakers to participate in lively back-and-forth conversation. Meet and get to know others who are also adjusting to life in the U.S.

This program provides background information and policy options for the eight most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country. Topics for discussion this year include:

Get cozy at the Library on a Simsbury Public Schools no school day. We'll serve pizza and popcorn and watch a movie in the FSPL Program Room. PJs and comfy clothes are encouraged! 

We will explore new cuisines each month, share techniques and expand our culinary skills. At this meeting, we will have cookbooks and information available to discuss the cuisine we will be cooking for next month.

Based on a different prompt each month, local adult poets will write poems to share with the group for constructive feedback. 

Register for Zoom link. 

Did you take Spanish in high school and want to refresh your language skills? Our lively group meets weekly to speak Spanish and discuss various language customs. New members are always welcome in-person or virtually. 

Join the Teen Game Club at the library for a game-filled adventure! Each week, we alternate between playing Nintendo Switch games and board/party games.

Are you considering retirement or recently retired? Join us for an informal discussion on the social aspects of retirement, making every day count, and getting the motivation to seize the day.

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers will provide free individual income tax filing assistance. You must book an appointment ahead of time by calling the Simsbury Senior Center at (860) 658-3273.

Conversation and Camaraderie (C&C) is a men's group that has been meeting successfully in Avon for the past two years.

REGISTRATION OPENS 1/29/2026!

Join Brynn Brown for a beginner Embroidery Machine Workshop!

Looking to read more parenting books and want someone to talk to about it? We've got you covered! Join us for our new Parenting Book Club group that will meet on the third Thursday of the month. You can come in person or via zoom!