Week Calendar

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.

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.

Our new Morning Knitting Group is a welcoming space for knitters of all levels to gather, share ideas, and enjoy the art of knitting together.

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:

Join us for storytime featuring a book that we'll read aloud, plus songs, fingerplays, and movement for little ones that help them learn and grow. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Stop by the FSPL Program Room between 3:30 and 5PM on Friday 2/7 to drop off your stuffie for the Teddy Bear Sleepover! Take a photo with your stuffie and tuck them in before you leave.

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.

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

Help save a life by donating blood. To schedule an appointment, please click here.

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

Larping, Or Live-action role play, is a popular activity that involves roleplaying as a character in real life.

Uke Hoots are community play alongs for acoustic instruments and voices. Join us as we play through American roots and popular music favorites. An open mic for ukulele players (including baritone ukes) has also been added!

Join us for this enlightening presentation with Smithsonian curator Sabrina Sholts as she talks about how the very fact of being human increases our pandemic risks—and gives us the power to save ourselves. 

Join our Teen Anime Club at the library for an exciting mix of anime screenings, discussions, and fun activities! Connect with fellow fans, explore new series, and dive deep into the world of anime and manga.

Join us for the Teen Game Club at the [Library Name], where the fun never stops! Open to students in Grades 7-12, our club meets every other week for a chance to unwind, socialize, and play a variety of games.

Stop by the FSPL Program Room between 3:30 and 5PM on Friday 2/7 to drop off your stuffie for the Teddy Bear Sleepover! Take a photo with your stuffie and tuck them in before you leave.

Join us for a Pokémon card swap and share your love of the game with other kids in our community. Children should bring their own cards to trade with or to show off to other children.

Groundhogs aren't the only ones that might see their shadows this February. Join us to learn about shadows and have some fun exploring shadows with shadow puppets and flashlights!

For students in grades 2-6 interested in learning to play chess or improving their chess game. Students should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit.

Join us at the library to build with LEGOs. 

Adventurers! Are you up to the task of dungeon diving, solving mysteries, and creating stories with new friends? Then join the 6th grade D&D program. We will run a short campaign for 7 weeks. Beginners are welcome!

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

Hang out and be yourself! All identities are welcome! We'll have a variety of crafts and games to choose from. Snacks will be provided. Please contact mrichardson@simsburylibrary.info if there are food allergy concerns. 

The Simsbury Camera Club is proud to present Elizabeth Willson, Lensbaby Ambassador. Are you ready to expand your creativity in capturing the wonder of the world illuminated, shining, growing, and living around you?