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National Barbie Day (Gr. K-4, Sign Up Online)

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Discovery Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

To all our Barbies ... Come & Party! Come and celebrate National Barbie Day with us with fun crafts, snacks and more!

Hope to see you there!

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

To all our Barbies ... Come & Party! Come and celebrate National Barbie Day with us with fun crafts, snacks and more!

Hope to see you there!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Granby Artists Association Reception

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrating their 25th anniversary of Granby Artists

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

Celebrating their 25th anniversary of Granby Artists

This event is in the "Adults" group

Great Decisions Evening Session

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Current Events, Discussion Groups, Great Decisions
Age Group:
Adults

This 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:

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Current Events, Discussion Groups, Great Decisions
Event Details:

This 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:

This event is in the "Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Finance
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

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

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 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, March 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Discovery Center 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: Discovery Center
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 "Adults" group

Great Decisions Morning Session

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Current Events, Discussion Groups, Great Decisions
Age Group:
Adults

This 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:

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Current Events, Discussion Groups, Great Decisions
Event Details:

This 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:

This event is in the "Children" group

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

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

VIRTUAL - Mindful Minute

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tune-in on Tuesdays at noon, March through April, for an immersive blend of movement and nervous system support suitable for seated participation at a desk or at home.

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

Tune-in on Tuesdays at noon, March through April, for an immersive blend of movement and nervous system support suitable for seated participation at a desk or at home.

This event is in the "Adults" group

AARP Smart Driver Course

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Drivers age 50+ will learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment.

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

Drivers age 50+ will learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment.

This event is in the "Children" group

American Girl Tea Party (Gr. K-3, Sign Up Online)

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Discovery Center at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Drink, Special Event
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a historic tea to celebrate Women's History Month and the 250th Anniversary of our country! Bring your American Girl Doll or a doll of your choice to help celebrate so much important history!

 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food & Drink, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a historic tea to celebrate Women's History Month and the 250th Anniversary of our country! Bring your American Girl Doll or a doll of your choice to help celebrate so much important history!

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Sketch Club

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Let’s make art! This is an open studio program where participants can create whatever they want. Art supplies will be provided. For Grades 7-12. 

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

Let’s make art! This is an open studio program where participants can create whatever they want. Art supplies will be provided. For Grades 7-12. 

Veteran's Outreach Assistance

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9:30am - 2:00pm
Wagner Conference Room at Simsbury Public Library

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.

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Music and Movement (Ages Birth-6 years w/Caregiver, Drop In)

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Children

Sing, dance, and experience the parachute in this fun early childhood music program.

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

Sing, dance, and experience the parachute in this fun early childhood music program.

This event is in the "Adults" group

HYBRID - Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Barnes Conference Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Language Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Did you take 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 in-person or virtually. 

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

Did you take 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 in-person or virtually. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Game Club

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

Join the Teen Game Club at the library for a game-filled adventure! Each week, we alternate between playing Nintendo Switch games and board/party games.

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

Join the Teen Game Club at the library for a game-filled adventure! Each week, we alternate between playing Nintendo Switch games and board/party games.

This event is in the "Children" group

Chess Club (Gr. 2-6, Sign Up Online)

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Chess Club

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration 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.

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

Intro to Knitting with Jeanne Silag AT Simsbury Yarns - 2 Class Series

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Business, Teens
Registration opens 1/21!

Simsbury Public Library and Simsbury Yarns are teaming up to offer an introduction to knitting class series!  

Full
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults, Business, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Innovators' Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
Registration opens 1/21!

Simsbury Public Library and Simsbury Yarns are teaming up to offer an introduction to knitting class series!  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Great Decisions Evening Session Alternate

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Current Events, Discussion Groups, Great Decisions
Age Group:
Adults

This 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:

Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Current Events, Discussion Groups, Great Decisions
Event Details:

This 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:

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

Library Strategic Planning Listening Session

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Weatogue Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Join us for in in-person conversation about aspirations for your community and your library. We want to hear from you!

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

Join us for in in-person conversation about aspirations for your community and your library. We want to hear from you!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chasing Dragons

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Nature
Age Group:
Adults

Beginning in the 1990s, David Wagner of the University of Connecticut, and Mike Thomas, then affiliated with the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, began to survey dragonflies and damselflies throughout the State.  Theirs and

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

Beginning in the 1990s, David Wagner of the University of Connecticut, and Mike Thomas, then affiliated with the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, began to survey dragonflies and damselflies throughout the State.  Theirs and

This event is in the "Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tariffville Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Finance
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Learner's Storytime (Ages 1-4 years w/Caregiver, Drop In)

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Program Room at Simsbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us as we explore colors, numbers, and letters through stories, songs, movement, and more!

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

Join us as we explore colors, numbers, and letters through stories, songs, movement, and more!