Upcoming Events

The 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:

A group for people who are interested in writing. Discussions concerning character, plot, dialogue, etc. In class writing. Please bring a paper notebook, pen or pencil to the meeting.

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.

Join us as we chat with New York Times bestselling author, Douglas Brunt, about instant bestselling debut non-fiction work The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception

Join us for an enjoyable evening with the French Conversation group.

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.

Meet Kristen Skelton from Milo + Molly at the Library and create fabric button bookmarks!

The Simsbury Camera Club is presenting Photoshop101 by Frank Zaremba MNEC.

Join us for the Teen Photo Award Ceremony and find out if you're a winner!

Light refreshments will be provided. 

This contest is sponsored by the Simsbury Camera Club and the Simsbury Public Library. 

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.

Uke Hoots are community play alongs for acoustic instruments and voices. Join us as we play through American roots and popular music favorites. All playing abilities are welcome.

A group for people who are interested in writing. Discussions concerning character, plot, dialogue, etc. In class writing. Please bring a paper notebook, pen or pencil to the meeting.

The Conversation Project® is a public engagement initiative of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI).

Office hours by appointment to assist veteran's with filling out any required paperwork and answer questions you may have concerning your military service.

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.

Join us this Spring for a series focusing on building skills and sharing resources for your job and career needs.

Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door.

Looking for the perfect green match for your home? This lecture is full of easily hosted ideas. No matter what your home environment offers, we’ve got you covered with recommendations for plants that will become copacetic roommates.

Join Walter Rochefort of the Bicycle Cellar of Farmington Valley for an introduction to electric bikes.  Walter will review the features of e-bikes including a detailed discussion of batteries and what makes an e-bike a popular op

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, The Razor's Edge by William Somerset Maugham. 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.

Join instructor Pam Palmer in the Library's Innovators' Workshop on how to use the sewing machine. Guidance will be provided on basic sewing machine techniques and how to create simple items. This class does not teach you how to sew.

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book The Art Forger by B.A. Shapiro. All are welcome to attend.