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Early Explorers (Ages 1-5 w/Caregiver, Drop In)

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Early Explorers is a toddler enrichment program that will allow your toddler time to socialize with other toddlers while also engaging in a variety of activities each week that are fun, engaging, educational and developmentally appropriate. 

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Early Explorers is a toddler enrichment program that will allow your toddler time to socialize with other toddlers while also engaging in a variety of activities each week that are fun, engaging, educational and developmentally appropriate. 

This event is in the "Children" group

KPop Demon Hunters Party (Gr. K-6, Sign Up Online)

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Join us on a Simsbury Schools half day for a special KPop Demon Hunters Party! We encourage you to dress up as your favorite character. Kids will enjoy snacks, a photo booth, and singing along with some of the songs from the movie. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on a Simsbury Schools half day for a special KPop Demon Hunters Party! We encourage you to dress up as your favorite character. Kids will enjoy snacks, a photo booth, and singing along with some of the songs from the movie. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Cricut Sticker Class

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Learning Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a Cricut Sticker Making Class led by our Maker-in-Residence Ava! In this class you will learn the basics of Cricut design and cutting. Participants will create waterproof vinyl sticker to take home. No experience necessary!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Technology Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a Cricut Sticker Making Class led by our Maker-in-Residence Ava! In this class you will learn the basics of Cricut design and cutting. Participants will create waterproof vinyl sticker to take home. No experience necessary!

This event is in the "Children" group

KidConstruct (Gr. K-4, Sign Up Online)

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Discovery Center at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Children

What can you build? Bring your imagination and enjoy building with a wide variety of different materials. The possibilities are endless! 


 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

What can you build? Bring your imagination and enjoy building with a wide variety of different materials. The possibilities are endless! 


 

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

Homeschool Club for Parents: Intro to Bambu 3D Printing Class

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovators' Workshop at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Innovators' Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Calling all homeschoolers! Come down to the Simsbury Public Library for an informational session on our new Bambu 3D Printers. This is open to parents and teens!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Innovators' Workshop
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all homeschoolers! Come down to the Simsbury Public Library for an informational session on our new Bambu 3D Printers. This is open to parents and teens!

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

Homeschool Club for Parents: Intro to Cricut Design Space with Ava

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Technology Learning Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Calling all homeschoolers! Come down to the Simsbury Public Library for an informational session on the Cricut machines. This is open to parents and teens! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Technology Learning Center
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all homeschoolers! Come down to the Simsbury Public Library for an informational session on the Cricut machines. This is open to parents and teens! 

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

Homeschool Club for Parents: Intro to Sewing Class

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Calling all homeschoolers! Come down to the Simsbury Public Library for an informational session on our sewing machines. This is open to parents and teens! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all homeschoolers! Come down to the Simsbury Public Library for an informational session on our sewing machines. This is open to parents and teens! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Q Plus Teen Group

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Space at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

Hang out and be yourself! All identities are welcome! We'll have a variety of crafts and games to choose from. Snacks provided. 

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Event Details:

Hang out and be yourself! All identities are welcome! We'll have a variety of crafts and games to choose from. Snacks provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

HYBRID - Parenting 101

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Barnes Conference Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Lectures, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

This is a hybrid event, so you can attend from home OR come in-person to the library. Be sure to sign up so we can send you the Zoom link. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Barnes Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lectures, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a hybrid event, so you can attend from home OR come in-person to the library. Be sure to sign up so we can send you the Zoom link. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

VIRTUAL - The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love Across Time with Novelist Amanda Peters

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in an online conversation with acclaimed writer Amanda Peters as we discuss her instant bestselling novel, The Berry Pickers, as well as her tender short fiction collection, Waiting

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

Join us in an online conversation with acclaimed writer Amanda Peters as we discuss her instant bestselling novel, The Berry Pickers, as well as her tender short fiction collection, Waiting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion Group

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville 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, The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton. 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

Toddler Art: Watercolor Tissue Paper (Ages 1-5 w/Caregiver, Drop In)

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Discovery Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun toddler art project! This week will be watercolor paper collage inspired by the colors of fall! The emphasis will be on play and exploration of different art mediums in a relaxed environment. 

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a fun toddler art project! This week will be watercolor paper collage inspired by the colors of fall! The emphasis will be on play and exploration of different art mediums in a relaxed environment. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Conversation Club

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Wagner Conference Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

FSPL Coffeehouse- Brody Bond

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults

Brody Bond, a performing songwriter from Baltimore, MD, hopes his songs can be a type of emotional resource for people. His performances are light-hearted, but the songs are serious, poetic, and curious.

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

Brody Bond, a performing songwriter from Baltimore, MD, hopes his songs can be a type of emotional resource for people. His performances are light-hearted, but the songs are serious, poetic, and curious.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Photo Shoot (All Ages, Call to Sign Up)

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Discovery Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Photography
Age Group:
Adults, Children, All Ages

On November 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th the Simsbury Camera Club will be taking family portraits at the Simsbury Public Library. You can use these photos for your holiday cards or a family portrait.

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Adults, Children, All Ages
Program Type: Photography
Event Details:

On November 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th the Simsbury Camera Club will be taking family portraits at the Simsbury Public Library. You can use these photos for your holiday cards or a family portrait.

This event is in the "Adults" group

AARP Aging-in-Place Finale

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

As the final event in the Simsbury Aging & Disability Commission's Aging-in-Place program this year, a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) from Avon Plumbing and Heating will discuss how the certificate is earned and how it benefi

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

As the final event in the Simsbury Aging & Disability Commission's Aging-in-Place program this year, a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) from Avon Plumbing and Heating will discuss how the certificate is earned and how it benefi

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

Magic the Gathering Meetup

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Looking for a space to play Magic the Gathering? Or are you a new player looking to try it out? Come to the library to battle fellow Magic enthusiasts!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a space to play Magic the Gathering? Or are you a new player looking to try it out? Come to the library to battle fellow Magic enthusiasts!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Alaska Grizzly Bears and the Aurora

Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Photography, Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Adults

Join Bert Sirkin on a captivating journey through the heart of Alaska. This presentation showcases breathtaking photographs of grizzly bears in their natural habitat, captured in the rugged landscapes of Katmai Peninsula and Denali National Park.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Photography, Travel & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Bert Sirkin on a captivating journey through the heart of Alaska. This presentation showcases breathtaking photographs of grizzly bears in their natural habitat, captured in the rugged landscapes of Katmai Peninsula and Denali National Park.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Photo Shoot (All Ages, Call to Sign Up)

Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Discovery Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Photography
Age Group:
Adults, Children, All Ages

On November 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th the Simsbury Camera Club will be taking family portraits at the Simsbury Public Library. You can use these photos for your holiday cards or a family portrait.

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Adults, Children, All Ages
Program Type: Photography
Event Details:

On November 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th the Simsbury Camera Club will be taking family portraits at the Simsbury Public Library. You can use these photos for your holiday cards or a family portrait.

This event is in the "Children" group

Books & Bubbles Storytime (Ages 1-5 w/Caregiver, Drop In)

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for stories, songs, movement, and bubbles! 

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, movement, and bubbles! 

This event is in the "Children" group

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

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Could you, would you even dare...to build your very own piece of corn on the cob?! Come and read a fun autumnal story with us followed by the STEM challenge of using Candy Corn to see how high you build your piece of corn.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Could you, would you even dare...to build your very own piece of corn on the cob?! Come and read a fun autumnal story with us followed by the STEM challenge of using Candy Corn to see how high you build your piece of corn.

This event is in the "Children" group

Born to Read (Ages Birth to Crawling w/Caregiver, Drop In)

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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.

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 "Adults" group

Morning Knitting Group

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Playgroup (Ages Birth to Crawling w/Caregiver, Drop In)

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Children

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.

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.