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Q Plus Teen Group

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Event Details:

Hang out and be yourself! All identities are welcome! We'll have a variety of crafts and games to choose from. Snacks provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Lectures, Special Event
Event Details:

Learn about civil rights & how it concerns housing with Nadiyah Humber, Associate Professor of Law at UCONN Law. More details to come, stay tuned! This event takes place at Avon Free Public Library. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion Group

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Book Groups
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, This is Happiness by Niall Williams. 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

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Language Groups
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 "Teens" group

Toxic or True Love? Exploring Healthy Relationships

12:00pm–1:30pm
Teens
Lectures
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive, youth-led workshop focused on building healthy relationships and raising awareness about teen dating violence.

This event is in the "Children" group

Valentine's Day Party for Kids (Gr. PreK-6 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

2:30pm–3:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Tariffville Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special Valentine's Day party on a Simsbury Public Schools half day. Participants will enjoy sweet treats and heart-themed crafts and activities.

This event is in the "Children" group

PICKUP: Lunar New Year Craft (All Ages)

9:30am–5:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Event Details:

Stop by the Children's Room to pick up a craft celebrating Lunar New Year. First come, first served, while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Children" group
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Music in the Afternoon: David Eberly

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

David Eberly is a renowned pianist in the Greater Hartford area. Blind since birth, David started playing piano by ear around the age of three.

President's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Simsbury Public Library
This event is in the "Children" group
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

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Weatogue Room
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

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Current Events, Discussion Groups, Great Decisions
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 "Children" group
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pizza, Popcorn and PJ’s! (All Ages, Sign Up Online)

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children, All Ages
Film
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get cozy at the Library on a Simsbury Public Schools no school day. We'll serve pizza and popcorn and watch KPop Demon Hunters in the FSPL Program Room. PJs and comfy clothes are encouraged! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Craft & Chill: Eraser Stamps

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop by the Teen Space for a crafty time! Twice a month we will try out a different craft. This week we are going to use lino cutters to carve erasers into stamps. Bring your creativity!

All supplies provided. For Grades 7-12. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cookbook Club: Irish

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Food & Drink
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Drink
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will explore new cuisines each month, share techniques and expand our culinary skills. At this meeting, we will have cookbooks and information available to discuss the cuisine we will be cooking for next month.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual - Poetry Group

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Poetry & Writing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Poetry & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Leaps (Ages 1-2 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Music & Dance, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Dance, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children and caregivers will participate in a creative movement class where stationary and locomotor skills will be explored. These concepts include rhythm, tempo, levels, and opposites.

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Leaps (Ages 2-4 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Music & Dance, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Dance, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children and caregivers will participate in a creative movement class where stationary and locomotor skills will be explored. These concepts include rhythm, tempo, levels, and opposites.

This event is in the "Adults" group

HYBRID - Spanish Conversation Group

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Language Groups
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

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Gaming
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

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

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Gaming
Cancelled
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Friends of the Library Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Due to Coach Gert's availability, these classes have been rescheduled we are adding additional dates in March and April to make up for these missed classes. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Transitioning to Retirement

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Simsbury Public Library
Room: Wagner Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.