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Nutcracker Craft (Gr. K-6, Sign Up Online)

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to decorate your own special nutcracker soldier.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Book Groups
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, Excellent Women by Barbara Pym. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Hola Bebé (All Ages w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hola Bebé is a Spanish language storytime. Speakers of all languages are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Whether you already speak Spanish or want to learn something new, this is a fun program for all.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Club

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Language Groups
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Wagner Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Groups
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Friday Matinee: The Color Purple (2023)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Special Event
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come catch a Friday matinee at the library! This week, catch The Color Purple (2023), popcorn included. You may also bring your own snacks and closed-top beverage. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

PICKUP: Ornament Craft (All Ages)

9:30am - 5:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Event Details:

Stop by the Children's Room to pick up a special ornament craft. First come, first served, while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We welcome newborns and infants for our interactive program of rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and books for babies. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Bring your baby to our drop-in playgroup which immediately follows our Born to Read program. Stay for bubbles, conversation with other caregivers, and social tummy time.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Business" group.

Crafternoon in the Innovators' Workshop

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Business
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Innovators' Workshop
Age Group: Adults, Business
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this December Crafternoon creating nature-stamped tea towels in the Innovators' Workshop! 

Space is limited, so please only sign up for a slot if you can attend on the day of the workshop. Thank you!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tween Club (Gr. 5-6, Sign Up Online)

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mary and Stephanie for Tween Club where we'll hang out in the Weatogue Room and do something fun. This month we'll make keychains or ornaments with perler beads.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Feelings & Friends (Ages 1-5 w/Caregiver, Drop In)

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us to explore Social Emotional Learning (SEL) for young children. This program is part storytime, part playgroup and includes lots of activities and sensory experiences.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

AARP Smart Driver Course

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Special Event
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drivers age 50+ will learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen D&D Holiday One Shot

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adventurers, sign up today for the Holiday One Shot! Dungeons & Dragons is a cooperative, storytelling game where players work together to solve problems and conquer obstacles.

This event is in the "Children" group.

StoryArt (Gr. PreK-2 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for story, followed by an art activity based on the book. This week we'll make a collage paper plate snowman. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

French Conversation Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Language Groups
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Groups
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club: French

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Groups, Food & Drink
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups, Food & Drink
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love to cook and try new recipes? 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual - Poetry Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Poetry & Writing
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Registration 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 "Children" group.

Little Leaps (Ages 1-2 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Music & Dance, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Dance, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children and caregivers will participate in a creative movement class where stationary and locomotor skills will be explored. These concepts include rhythm, tempo, levels, and opposites.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Little Leaps (Ages 2-4 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Music & Dance, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Dance, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children and caregivers will participate in a creative movement class where stationary and locomotor skills will be explored. These concepts include rhythm, tempo, levels, and opposites.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Group

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Language Groups
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.
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Goddard School of Simsbury is excited to be collaborating with the Simsbury Public

This event is in the "Children" group.

Q Plus Preteen Group

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Fandoms, Gaming
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandoms, Gaming
Event Details:

Make friends and build community!. All identities are welcome! Every month, we'll try a different activity. Quieter activities like coloring sheets, legos, and origami are also available for those who need a chill space. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

The Teen Advisory Board is a great way for students to volunteer their time. TAB consults with the Teen Services Librarian to develop programming, test out new crafts and activities, and volunteer time helping with events.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Club

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Language Groups
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Wagner Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Groups
Event Details:

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.