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Little Loom Weaving (Gr. 2-6, Sign Up Online)

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

Explore weaving with yarn on an adorable pocket-sized loom. We'll learn about warp, weft, and woven patterns. All materials are provided, and kids can take home whatever woven piece they finish during this intro session. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Q Plus Teen Group

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Fandoms, Gaming
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandoms, Gaming
Event Details:

Hang out and be yourself with our new Teen group! We'll have a variety of crafts and games to choose from. Pizza and soda will be provided. Please contact mrichardson@simsburylibrary.info if there are food allergy concerns. 

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

Teen Photo Contest Awards Ceremony

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Photography
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Photography
Event Details:

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. 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
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
Language Groups
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue 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 "All Ages" group.

Maker-in-Residence Ayla: Laser-Engraver Class

11:00am - 12:30pm
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Innovators' Workshop
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join one of our new Makers-in-Residence, Ayla (eye-lah) Duve, for a Laser-Engraver class! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Maker-in-Residence Ayla: Laser-Engraver Class

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Innovators' Workshop
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join one of our new Makers-in-Residence, Ayla (eye-lah) Duve, for a Laser-Engraver class! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Sustainability Fair: Talks

10:00am - 2:00pm
Author, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Author, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Event Details:

The Simsbury Sustainability Committee and the Simsbury Public Library present a sustainability extravaganza: green contractors, seed swap, cooking demonstration, Repair Cafe, composting demonstration, sustainable architecture, nature and climate t

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

The Simsbury Sustainability Committee and the Simsbury Public Library present a sustainability extravaganza: green contractors, seed swap, cooking demonstration, Repair Cafe, composting demonstration, sustainable architecture, nature and climate t

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

Uke Hoot

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

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 "All Ages" group.

Maker-in-Residence Ayla: Laser-Engraver Drop-In Instruction

11:00am - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Innovators' Workshop
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Event Details:

Drop-in to the Innovators' Workshop to get an overview of our Laser-Engraver with Ayla (eye-lah) Duve, one of our new Makers-in-Residence!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Make a Mother's Day Card (Gr. K-6, Sign Up Online)

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

Join us to make a card for mom or another special woman in honor of Mother's Day. 

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

Get ready for rhymes, shakers, and songs designed for curious toddlers. Focus will be on a familiar structure to each meeting, so little ones can listen, follow directions, and have lots of fun!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The 11:00 AM Writing Group

11:00am - 12:00pm
Poetry & Writing
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Class

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Innovators' Workshop
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join one of our new Makers-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, for a Cricut class! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Therapy Dog Meet & Greet!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Event
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Spring can be a stressful season. AP exams are happening, end-of-the-semester projects are due, and it's just a lot to deal with. Join us in the Teen Space and hang out with Rambler the therapy dog. Destress and pet a very good dog!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Glitter Slime (Gr. K-6, Sign Up Online)

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

Create and customize your glitter slime. Kids will have some time to play with their slime after they make it and before they take it home.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Conversation Project

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

FSPL Presents Night of 1000 Stars

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Special Event
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Night of 1,000 Stars features some of Simsbury's "stars". Join us for an evening of reading, creativity and music to meet these special individuals, hear their personal stories and listen to them read from their favorite selections.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Barnes Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Music & Movement (Ages Birth-6 years w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

10:30am - 11:00am
Music & Dance, Storytime
Open
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:

Sing, dance, and experience the parachute in this fun early childhood music program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Group

11:00am - 12:30pm
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.