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The British Invasion and American Answer: A Musical Journey

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Take a fun and nostalgic journey through the most iconic and greatest era of rock-and-roll history with author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin. This presentation highlights ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Dance
Required
Event Details:

Take a fun and nostalgic journey through the most iconic and greatest era of rock-and-roll history with author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friday Matinee: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Film
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Catch a matinee at the library! This week, catch Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023), popcorn included. Synopsis: Daredevil archaeologist Indiana Jones races again...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film
Required
Event Details:

Catch a matinee at the library! This week, catch Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023), popcorn included.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Veterans Picnic

Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Picnic for veterans and their families. In partnership the Simsbury Senior Center and Simsbury Public Library.

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Picnic for veterans and their families.

In partnership the Simsbury Senior Center and Simsbury Public Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Fireplace at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Took 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 we...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Groups
Event Details:

Took 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

VIRTUAL - A Visit to Deckawoo Drive with Mercy Watson and Kate DiCamillo (PreK-2nd Grade)

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson! Newbery Medal winning author Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind th...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Author
Event Details:

Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Fireplace at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Took 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 we...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Groups
Event Details:

Took 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

VIRTUAL - Surviving the Summer with The Last Kids on Earth and Max Brallier (3rd-6th Grade)

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both the book series and the...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Author
Event Details:

Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both the book series and the animated series on Netflix.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual - Poetry Group

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Poetry & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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. After registering, yo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

VIRTUAL - Learning the Power of Poetry with Bestselling Author Elizabeth Acevedo (9th-12th)

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

You’re invited to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo! In this exciting author conversation and Q&A, Acevedo will provide a short reading from her National B...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Author
Event Details:

You’re invited to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Millennials Read!

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

At this no-stress book discussion, join readers in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to talk about current book picks. You do not need to be reading anything to participate. A partnership be...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Required
Event Details:

At this no-stress book discussion, join readers in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to talk about current book picks. You do not need to be reading anything to participate. A partnership between Bloomfield, Granby, and Simsbury libraries and open to all.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lawyers in Libraries

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Business Conference Room 1 at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves:  ● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal In...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Business Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves: 

● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal Injury Or other areas of law 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

VIRTUAL - Graphic Novels are Life! Telling Your Own Story in a Graphic Novel with Dan Santat (5th-8th Grade)

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Teens, Children
Event Details:

Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. His ...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Children
Program Type: Author
Event Details:

Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Paint Your Pet

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a portrait of your family pet with watercolor artist Nancy Roman! No experience necessary. You will need a PRINTED 5” x 7” color photo of your pet. A close-up of your pet’s ...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a portrait of your family pet with watercolor artist Nancy Roman! No experience necessary. You will need a PRINTED 5” x 7” color photo of your pet. A close-up of your pet’s face is best, but you can also use a full-length picture.

Art Installation

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual - Poetry Group

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Poetry & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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. After registering, yo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lawyers in Libraries

Monday, August 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Business Conference Room 1 at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves:  ● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal In...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Business Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves: 

● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal Injury Or other areas of law 

Art take down

Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group: The Art of Detection

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book The Art of Detection by Laurie King. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book ...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book The Art of Detection by Laurie King. All are welcome to attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual - Poetry Group

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Poetry & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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. After registering, yo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lawyers in Libraries

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Business Conference Room 1 at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves:  ● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal In...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Business Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves: 

● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal Injury Or other areas of law 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group: Honky Tonk Samurai

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book Honky Tonk Samurai by Joe Lansdale. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the b...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book Honky Tonk Samurai by Joe Lansdale. All are welcome to attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual - Poetry Group

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Poetry & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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. After registering, yo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lawyers in Libraries

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Business Conference Room 1 at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves:  ● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal In...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Business Conference Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Are you looking for legal advice concerning your case? If your case involves: 

● Landlord/Tenant ● Immigration Law ● Family Law ● Employment ● Consumer Rights ● Personal Injury Or other areas of law 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group: The Mirror and the Mask

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book The Mirror and the Mask by Ellen Hart. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the boo...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book The Mirror and the Mask by Ellen Hart. All are welcome to attend.