Event List

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, Standard Deviation by Katherine Heiny. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

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.

Mystery Book Group has moved to 100% virtual this season. Join our moderator, Carole Shmurak, from the comfort of your home for an interesting and lively discussion of the mystery book The Keepsake by Tess Gerritsen.

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:

Are you considering retirement or recently retired? Join us for an informal discussion on the social aspects of retirement, making every day count, and getting the motivation to seize the day.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

Conversation and Camaraderie (C&C) is a men's group that has been meeting successfully in Avon for the past two years.

Looking to read more parenting books and want someone to talk to about it? We've got you covered! Join us for our new Parenting Book Club group that will meet on the third Thursday of the month. You can come in person or via zoom! 

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.

Are you a homeschooling teen in the Farmington Valley? Want to meet other teens your age? Come hang out at Simsbury Public Library, and we'll have a chill time. For ages 13-18.

Come catch a Friday Matinee at the library! This week, catch The Bad Guys 2 (2025), popcorn included. You may also bring your own snacks and closed-top beverage.

Do you like to knit, crochet, cross stitch, embroider, and/or needle felt? Then bring your current WIP to the Library! Materials will be available for those who want to try out a fiber art. Snacks will be provided. 

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:

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.

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. 

Do you love to cook and try new recipes? 

Based on a different prompt each month, local adult poets will write poems to share with the group for constructive feedback. 

Register for Zoom link. 

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. 

Benedict Arnold’s name is synonymous with being a traitor. At an important point in the Revolutionary War, he orchestrated the handover of top-secret plans about the Patriots’ most important fort, West Point, to British spy John Andre.

Make friends and build community!. All identities are welcome! Every month, we'll try a different activity. Quieter activities like coloring sheets, legos, and origami are also available for those who need a chill space.