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Art is For Everybody: an Accessible Workshop (All Ages, Sign Up Online)

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Children, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for an Autism Awareness Month art project. We welcome and center artists with disabilities. This workshop is for children, teens, adults with special needs and their caregi...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Event Details:

Join us for an Autism Awareness Month art project. We welcome and center artists with disabilities. This workshop is for children, teens, adults with special needs and their caregivers.

Heart-shaped cookies

Sweet Connections: Cookies & Cards

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Children, All Ages
Event Details:

We invite you enjoy cookies and build community at the same time! Community members age 9 and up are invited to join in the fun at this family-friendly, free event to enjoy a sweet...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults, Children, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Event Details:

We invite you enjoy cookies and build community at the same time! Community members age 9 and up are invited to join in the fun at this family-friendly, free event to enjoy a sweet treat.

Kinetic Ukes

Uke Hoot

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
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. An open mic for ukulele players (inc...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
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. An open mic for ukulele players (including baritone ukes) has also been added!

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Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

Crafternoon

POSTPONED to 4/7 - Crafternoon in the Innovators' Workshop!

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Innovators' Workshop at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Business
Event Details:

Postponed to April 7 at 1:30pm!Join us for this March/April Crafternoon creating a project to be shared soon. Space and materials are limited, so please only sign up for a slo...

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

Postponed to April 7 at 1:30pm!

Join us for this March/April Crafternoon creating a project to be shared soon. 

Great Decisions

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Great Decisions
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Great Decisions
Event Details:

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:

AARP

AARP Tax Assistance

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers will provide free individual income tax filing assistance. You must book an appointment ahead of time by calling the Simsbury Senior Center at (860) 658-32...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance
Event Details:

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers will provide free individual income tax filing assistance. You must book an appointment ahead of time by calling the Simsbury Senior Center at (860) 658-3273.

Knitting supplies

Morning Knitting Group

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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. Whether you're a beginner or an exper...

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

Hiking Boots

Hike with the Library: Owen Mortimer Trail

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Hit the trail with the Library! Join us on different hikes around Simsbury. All participants who are able to walk independently are welcome. Please bring water and bug repellent. H...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Hit the trail with the Library! Join us on different hikes around Simsbury. All participants who are able to walk independently are welcome. Please bring water and bug repellent. Hiking footwear recommend.

The Tree Book and Author Mark Fleming

VIRTUAL - The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author, Gardening & Nature, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant ...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author, Gardening & Nature, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Join us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world—The Tree Book: The Stories, Science, a

Veterans Outreach Assistance

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 2:00pm
Wagner Conference Room at Simsbury Public Library
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. Due to demand, walk...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Wagner 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. Due to demand, walk-in assistance is not available.

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Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Barnes Conference Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults
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 we...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Barnes Conference Room
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.

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American Sign Language Basics for Beginners

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you've ever wanted an introduction to sign language, here's your chance. Together with Signing Basics, we are offering a 4 part sign language learning series. Space is limited. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Groups
Required
Event Details:

If you've ever wanted an introduction to sign language, here's your chance. Together with Signing Basics, we are offering a 4 part sign language learning series. Space is limited.

Homeschool Chalkboard and Sun

Homeschool Club for Parents: Game Night!

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you a homeschooling parent or interested in getting started in homeschooling? Come join the Homeschool Club for Parents, where we will learn about different resources the libra...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Special Event
Required
Event Details:

Are you a homeschooling parent or interested in getting started in homeschooling?

AARP

AARP Tax Assistance

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers will provide free individual income tax filing assistance. You must book an appointment ahead of time by calling the Simsbury Senior Center at (860) 658-32...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance
Event Details:

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers will provide free individual income tax filing assistance. You must book an appointment ahead of time by calling the Simsbury Senior Center at (860) 658-3273.

The Housemaid book cover

Adult Book Discussion Group

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available fo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Required
Event Details:

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

English Conversation

English Conversation Club

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Wagner Conference Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults
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...

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.

Ava MIR

Maker-in-Residence Ava: In-Depth Cricut Design Space Class in the Technology Learning Center

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Business, Teens
Event Details:

Join Maker-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, to learn the Cricut Design Space software in the Technology Learning Center and you'll learn how to make Paper Party Decor! She will show yo...

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

Join Maker-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, to learn the Cricut Design Space software in the Technology Learning Center and you'll learn how to make Paper Party Decor!

Chess Set Spread out Adult Chess Club

Adult Chess Club

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking to play more chess? Come check out the Adult Chess Club, where you will have the opportunity to play against fellow chess enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcome. Please ...

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

Looking to play more chess? Come check out the Adult Chess Club, where you will have the opportunity to play against fellow chess enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcome. Please note this is not a class to learn how to play.

Red and Yellow Band Picture

Music in the Afternoon: Red & Yellow

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as Red & Yellow present songs that accompanied daily American life into the 1950s, plus a musical peek into the “Rockin’ 50s & Swingin’ 60s”” and their new blend of...

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

Join us as Red & Yellow present songs that accompanied daily American life into the 1950s, plus a musical peek into the “Rockin’ 50s & Swingin’ 60s”” and their new blend of traditional, country and rhythm & blues styles. 

Everyone Dies book cover

Mystery Book Group: Everyone Dies

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book Everyone Dies by Michael McGarrity. All are welcome to attend. Copies of ...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book Everyone Dies by Michael McGarrity. All are welcome to attend.

Great Decisions

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Great Decisions
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Great Decisions
Event Details:

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:

French Conversation

French Conversation Group

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fireplace at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an enjoyable evening with the French Conversation group. This group provides a welcoming atmosphere for speakers of French to practice their speaking skills, mostly wit...

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.

Vegan Cookbook Covers

Cookbook Club: Vegan

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Food & Drink
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you love to cook and try new recipes? Come join Cookbook Club at the Library every third Tuesday of the month. We will explore new cuisines each month, share techniques and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups, Food & Drink
Required
Event Details:

Do you love to cook and try new recipes?