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Simsbury Land Trust: The Lost Forests of New England by Ray Asselin with Susan Masino, Connecticut Coordinator for the Old Growth Forest Network

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The film discusses the forests experienced by the first Europeans who saw them and what transpired after settlers took to the land, to the present day explorers and scientists who ...

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

The film discusses the forests experienced by the first Europeans who saw them and what transpired after settlers took to the land, to the present day explorers and scientists who have rediscovered some real treasures.

TJ Klune Author Book Covers

VIRTUAL - The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with Author TJ Klune

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the seri...

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

Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea. 

English Conversation

English Conversation Club

Friday, January 17, 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.

East African Cookbook Covers

Cookbook Club: East African

Tuesday, January 21, 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...

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? 

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Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, January 22, 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.

Chess Set Spread out Adult Chess Club

Adult Chess Club

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

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VIRTUAL - Introduction to American Sign Language

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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
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.

AM Author Magical Book Covers

VIRTUAL - Notes on Modern Irrationality with Bestselling Author Amanda Montell

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.&...

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

Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality. 

Andrea McKay, Studio Owner and Teacher

Introduction to Belly Dance

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Andrea McKay from YDF Center- A Yoga & Dance Studio for an Introduction to Belly Dance Workshop! Belly Dance is a highly expressive, energizing and empowering form of move...

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

Join Andrea McKay from YDF Center- A Yoga & Dance Studio for an Introduction to Belly Dance Workshop! Belly Dance is a highly expressive, energizing and empowering form of movement that will burn calories and tone your body.

English Conversation

English Conversation Club

Friday, January 24, 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.

Colorful bird. Credit: Bert Sirkis

The Birds & Wildlife of the Galapagos Islands

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature, Lectures, Photography
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Take an armchair journey to the Galapagos Islands through captivating photos.Photographer Bert Sirkin will leads with the fascinating geological history that shaped this remarkable...

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

Take an armchair journey to the Galapagos Islands through captivating photos.

Inside Look of Literary Agents

VIRTUAL - An Inside Look at Working with a Literary Agent: A Conversation with Seth Fishman

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Author
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You’re writing a book (or thinking about it), but what happens next? Join us for an inside look into working with an agent and the beginning stages of the publishing process with S...

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

You’re writing a book (or thinking about it), but what happens next?

nature

The Gardeners of Simsbury & The Simsbury Land Trust: Why We Need Nature

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Protecting our brains and protecting nature are vitally important for our long-term well being. These two goals are mutually-reinforcing, and benefit individual and community healt...

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

Protecting our brains and protecting nature are vitally important for our long-term well being. These two goals are mutually-reinforcing, and benefit individual and community health.

hola

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, January 29, 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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VIRTUAL - Introduction to American Sign Language

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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
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.

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Libby 101

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Computer & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you wondering what Libby is all about? If you are interested in using Libby, then this class is for you! This instruction will provide information on how to set up an account, ...

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

Are you wondering what Libby is all about? If you are interested in using Libby, then this class is for you! This instruction will provide information on how to set up an account, navigating the app and some troubleshooting issues.

English Conversation

English Conversation Club

Friday, January 31, 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.

Kinetic Ukes

Uke Hoot

Sunday, February 2, 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. All playing abilities are welcome. I...

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. All playing abilities are welcome.

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Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, February 3, 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.

hola

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 5, 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.

English Conversation

English Conversation Club

Friday, February 7, 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.

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A Year of Kimono: A History & Demonstration

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sono Kimono is proud to give this hour long presentation on “A Year in Kimono”, which starts with the history of kimono from its origins to modern day fashion. It will then be foll...

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

Sono Kimono is proud to give this hour long presentation on “A Year in Kimono”, which starts with the history of kimono from its origins to modern day fashion. It will then be followed by a dressing workshop.

The silent girl book cover

Mystery Book Group: The Silent Girl

Monday, February 10, 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 The Silent Girl by Tess Gerritsen. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book wi...

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 The Silent Girl by Tess Gerritsen. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

hola

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 12, 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.