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Machine Sewing 101 with Kristen Skelton

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:15pm - 8:15pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Business
Event Details:

NEVER USED A SEWING MACHINE BEFORE? OR IT'S BEEN SO LONG THAT YOU NEED A REFRESHER?Join Kristen to learn the basics of using a sewing machine. She will show you techniques that you...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults, Business
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Event Details:

NEVER USED A SEWING MACHINE BEFORE? OR IT'S BEEN SO LONG THAT YOU NEED A REFRESHER?

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

Getting Hired: Tips and Insights from a Professional Recruiter

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Career
Age Group:
Adults, Business
Event Details:

Join Cathy Wynne, founder of Wynne Hires, as she shares insights gained from 30 years of hiring, reading resumes, making hiring recommendations, and coaching candidates through the...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Business
Program Type: Business & Career
Required
Event Details:

Join Cathy Wynne, founder of Wynne Hires, as she shares insights gained from 30 years of hiring, reading resumes, making hiring recommendations, and coaching candidates through the hiring p

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, April 30, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

American Sign Language Basics for Beginners

Wednesday, April 30, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

True Crime: Murder and Mayhem In the Museum

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
History, Lectures
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Presented by the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History:Forgeries, theft, murder: our museum is full of artifacts that tell stories of long-ago crime and punishment. This presen...

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

Presented by the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

HYBRID - Parenting 101

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Lectures, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
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. We welcome first time parents or exp...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lectures, Special Event
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.

English Conversation Club

Friday, May 2, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Business" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Second Annual Sustainability Fair

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Business, Teens, Children, All Ages
Event Details:

The Simsbury Sustainability Committee and the Simsbury Public Library present their Second Annual Sustainability Fair. There will be vendors, local organizations, a food truck, gam...

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Business, Teens, Children, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

The Simsbury Sustainability Committee and the Simsbury Public Library present their Second Annual Sustainability Fair. There will be vendors, local organizations, a food truck, games, and more.

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

Uke Hoot

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tariffville 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: Tariffville 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, May 5, 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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Farmington River Archaeological Project: 12,000 years of Native History with Ken Feder

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Kenneth L. Feder, professor emeritus of anthropology at Central Connecticut State University and author of several books, is the founder and director of the Farmington River Archeo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Event Details:

Kenneth L. Feder, professor emeritus of anthropology at Central Connecticut State University and author of several books, is the founder and director of the Farmington River Archeology Project.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Morning Knitting Group

Tuesday, May 6, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of the Simsbury Public Library Spring Author Luncheon: Claire Messud

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Author, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Friends of the Simsbury Public Library will hold its 2025 Annual Author Luncheon on Tuesday, May 6 from 11:30am - 2pm at Hop Meadow Country Club in Simsbury. This year’s featur...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author, Special Event
Event Details:

The Friends of the Simsbury Public Library will hold its 2025 Annual Author Luncheon on Tuesday, May 6 from 11:30am - 2pm at Hop Meadow Country Club in Simsbury.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

French Conversation Group

Tuesday, May 6, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Is This Menopause? Holistic Perspectives on Hormones and Self-Care Practices

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Lectures
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and hear from a Naturopathic Doctor and Lifestyle Coach on the signs and symptoms of menopause and how a holistic approach can support this transition. We will demystify the r...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lectures
Required
Event Details:

Come and hear from a Naturopathic Doctor and Lifestyle Coach on the signs and symptoms of menopause and how a holistic approach can support this transition.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 7, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

VIRTUAL - How to Use Anxiety to Thrive with Dr. David H. Rosmarin

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we cou...

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

Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Millennials Read (Bear's Den, Granby)

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

At this no-stress book discussion, join readers in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to talk about current book picks. You do not need to be reading anything to participate. A partnership be...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Required
Event Details:

At this no-stress book discussion, join readers in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to talk about current book picks. You do not need to be reading anything to participate. A partnership between Bloomfield, Granby, and Simsbury libraries and open to all.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

VIRTUAL - Simsbury Camera Club: Craft, Vision and Finish of Nature Photography Images

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Photography
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Simsbury Camera Club is proud to present Nic Stover, professional landscape photographer & accomplished public speaker. Join Nic for this session which focuses on the craft...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Photography
Required
Event Details:

The Simsbury Camera Club is proud to present Nic Stover, professional landscape photographer & accomplished public speaker.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

HYBRID - Parenting 101

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Lectures, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
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. We welcome first time parents or exp...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lectures, Special Event
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.

Adult Book Discussion Group

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tariffville 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 Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be ava...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville 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 Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Club

Friday, May 9, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Group: Field of Graves

Monday, May 12, 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 Field of Graves by J. T. Ellison. All are welcome to attend. Copies of th...

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 Field of Graves by J. T. Ellison. All are welcome to attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Morning Knitting Group

Tuesday, May 13, 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.