250th Anniversary Parade & Summer Learning Kickoff

Mon, Jan 20, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Jan 20, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Cancelled

Mon, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

STEM-Building - Ages 6-12

Mon, Jan 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Stop by if you need help with your schoolwork. Children under 12 must come with their parent.

Mon, Jan 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation. Ask Librarian... more

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation. Ask Librarian Katryna for the challenge of the day.

Cancelled

Mon, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Downtown

Training toward the ServSafe Food Manager certification.

Cancelled

Mon, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Tue, Jan 21, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 21, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 21, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Red Carpet Welcome Back!

Tue, Jan 21, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Downtown

Walk the red carpet into our newly reopened Children’s Room! Take a tour of the room, enjoy winter crafts (9:30am-12pm), and Balloon... more

Walk the red carpet into our newly reopened Children’s Room! Take a tour of the room, enjoy winter crafts (9:30am-12pm), and Balloon Sculpting(3:30-5:30pm)! Goodie bags available while supplies last.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dwight Library

Register now for Everyday Tech, a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you navigate basic tech tools and devices with confidence.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory with a puzzle session at Albany Library!

Mindful Vision Path

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Camp Field Library

Participants will receive a 2025 Walking Vision Calendar to keep track of walking and mindfulness goals. Excerpts from the book,... more

Participants will receive a 2025 Walking Vision Calendar to keep track of walking and mindfulness goals. Excerpts from the book, "Wanderlust: A history of Walking," by Rebecca Solnit, will be shared.

Storytime - Ages 0-5

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Albany Library

Visit the Albany library on Tuesday's for songs, stories, and early literacy tips to prepare your child for kindergarten!

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

American Job Center/Career Assistance

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Tue, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Need help with a resume or perhaps a job search? Well we're here to help! Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 12pm-3pm a Career... more

Need help with a resume or perhaps a job search? Well we're here to help! Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 12pm-3pm a Career Navigator from the American Job Center can assist you.

Tue, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Tue, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dwight Library

Register now for Everyday Tech, a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you navigate basic tech tools and devices with confidence.

YOUmedia Open House

Tue, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

We are reopening on January 21st! Come to our open house on the second floor to see what YOUmedia is all about – create, explore, and... more

We are reopening on January 21st! Come to our open house on the second floor to see what YOUmedia is all about – create, explore, and have fun in our teen makerspace. Open house open to all ages.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Cancelled

ServSafe Food Handler - Session 4

Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown

Training for the ServSafe Food Handler certification

Hour of Code

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Try an Hour of Code which is an online resource that will walk you through a coding activity step-by-step. You can receive a certificate... more

Try an Hour of Code which is an online resource that will walk you through a coding activity step-by-step. You can receive a certificate when you complete your code.

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Stop by if you need help with your schoolwork. Children under 12 must come with their parent.

S.T.E.M. Day - Ages 6-12

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Join us weekly for STEM through hands on activities and exploration.

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles in making a fun new craft each week.

Wed, Jan 22, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Jan 22, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Smart Start Storytime - Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.

Wed, Jan 22, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30am - 10:30am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Join Ms. Katherine for stories, songs, and fun to help early literacy development.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory with a puzzle session at Albany Library!

Tales and Tunes - Ages 0-5

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Visit the library for a story time that will have music and sound effects, followed by an activity!

Knitting 101 with Wilma

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dwight Library

January is National Hobby Month—discover the joy of knitting!

Registration is now closed

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Wellness Wednesdays - Yoga In The Atrium

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles for songs, fun, and stories to build early literacy skills!

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Atrium

Every Wednesday beginning January 8 join us in the atrium for yoga.

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Wed, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Teen Time - Ages 12 and up. Teens

Wed, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Ropkins Library

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Relax with your friends and meet other teens while doing an activity.... more

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Relax with your friends and meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the materials.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

First Tech Challenge: Blass Hartford Robotics Team - 8th-12th graders

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

8th-12th grade students will meet after school weekly to prepare for robotics competitions in January and February.

Dwight Crafternoons

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin to make a weekly craft! 1 /8 Make a Time Capsule, 1/15 Make a Grandma Moses Winter Scene, 1/22 Winter Pointalism Painting,... more

Join Ms. Erin to make a weekly craft! 1 /8 Make a Time Capsule, 1/15 Make a Grandma Moses Winter Scene, 1/22 Winter Pointalism Painting, 1/29 Groundhog Day Puppet

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Stop by if you need help with your schoolwork. Children under 12 must come with their parent.

Solve It - Ages 6-12

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.

Crafternoon - Ages 6-12

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Visit the library to release your inner artist with a variety of craft programs including bracelet making, journal decorating and more!

Cancelled

Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be making keychains with beads.

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

La Tertulia-Gather for a conversation - Register @ www.ctpublic.org/tertulia

Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

La Tertulia es una serie de conversaciones bilingües que busca conectar a la población latina en el área de Hartford.

Thu, Jan 23, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 23, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 23, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Jan 23, 9:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Thu, Jan 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory with a puzzle session at Albany Library!

Word of the Year Bracelets

Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

Create your own Word of the Year binary code bracelet!

Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Ropkins Library

Coloring can improve your health!

Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Connecticut Foodshare

Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Barbour Library

Come for a free bag of groceries. Helpful information regularly tabled by various organizations.

Cancelled

Dwight STEM Thursday!

Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin for fun with STEM! January 2, Code and Play with Ozobots!, January 23, Geometric Shape Challenges

Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Yoga Class

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Join us for our Yoga class a welcoming and inclusive environment perfect for beginners and those looking to deepen their practice!

Reading & Recipes - Literacy and Nutrition Series

Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Zoom - Virtual Room

Join us monthly on Thursday for our virtual session with UCONN Husky Nutrition & Sport Nutritionist.

Registration is now closed

50+ Mindfulness Fridays with PEP!

Fri, Jan 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

First Floor Living Room

Join us to practice mindfulness with others in the 50+ community. Guided by Martha-Rea Nelson, our certified mindfulness facilitator.... more

Join us to practice mindfulness with others in the 50+ community. Guided by Martha-Rea Nelson, our certified mindfulness facilitator. Also enjoy a craft or activity!

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Fri, Jan 24, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Aeroponics! - Ages 5-19

Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Learn about, help take care of, and event taste plants from our aeroponics tower!

3D Printing

Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Enjoy a 3D printing workshop with visitors from the Children's Museum!

First Tech Challenge: Blass Hartford Robotics Team - 8th-12th graders

Fri, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

8th-12th grade students will meet after school weekly to prepare for robotics competitions in January and February.

Dwight STEM Friday

Fri, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin for STEM activities. January 2nd, Code and Play with Ozobots. January 23rd, Have fun with geometric shapes!

Sat, Jan 25, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Jan 25, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Fresh Springs Enrichment Center Launch

Sat, Jan 25, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

Fresh Springs has been providing youth enrichment camps on the island of St. Lucia. This launch presents an opportunity to officially... more

Fresh Springs has been providing youth enrichment camps on the island of St. Lucia. This launch presents an opportunity to officially thank supporters and introduce ourselves to the greater community.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Sat, Jan 25, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Pearson VUE Test Center by registration only

Cancelled

Baby Grand Jazz - Michelle Tucker Quintet + Strings

Sat, Jan 25, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Downtown

Tutoring in math topics for GED students and other adult learners

Sun, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the... more

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the best jazz musicians in the region.

Mon, Jan 27, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

ALA Youth Media Awards Watch Party - All Ages

Mon, Jan 27, 9:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:30am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Join us to watch the big reveal of the 2025 ALA Youth Media Awards on livestream! Awards include the Newbery, Caldecott, Printz, and... more

Join us to watch the big reveal of the 2025 ALA Youth Media Awards on livestream! Awards include the Newbery, Caldecott, Printz, and Coretta Scott King Book Awards.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory with a puzzle session at Albany Library!

Family Storytime - Lunar New Year

Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Caregivers and children ages 2-5 are invited to join us and learn about the Year of the Snake.

Mon, Jan 27, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

REACH Book Author Contest - Writing Workshop

Mon, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

Rescheduled

Mon, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

New date Thursday, January 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Stop by the library for a Writer’s Workshop that may give you some ideas on where to get started for your submission for the REACH... more

Stop by the library for a Writer’s Workshop that may give you some ideas on where to get started for your submission for the REACH Book Author Contest.

Play Dough and Stories

Mon, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin for stories and have fun with Play Dough.

STEM-Building - Ages 6-12

Mon, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Stop by if you need help with your schoolwork. Children under 12 must come with their parent.

Crafty Kids - Ages 6-12

Mon, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Join Ms. Linda at the Ropkins Branch to explore your creativity with a seasonal weekly craft!

Mon, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation. Ask Librarian... more

Come try out our different building kits like legos, bridge building kit and more to make your own unique creation. Ask Librarian Katryna for the challenge of the day.

Loco For Legos Club - Ages 6-19

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Calling all Lego engineers! Create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Cancelled

Loco for Legos Club - Ages 6-19

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Calling all Lego engineers! Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour Branch to create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Health Literacy Workshop

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join us each month to do a fun STEM activity to learn about genetics and your body!

Mon, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Training toward the ServSafe Food Manager certification.

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

Tue, Jan 28, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 28, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 28, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 28, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Jan 28, 9:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Tue, Jan 28, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory with a puzzle session at Albany Library!

Storytime - Ages 0-5

Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Albany Library

Visit the Albany library on Tuesday's for songs, stories, and early literacy tips to prepare your child for kindergarten!

Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Tue, Jan 28, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Cancelled

ServSafe Food Handler - Session 4

Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown

Training for the ServSafe Food Handler certification

Sensational STEM - Ages 6-19

Tue, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Stop by if you need help with your schoolwork. Children under 12 must come with their parent.

S.T.E.M. Day - Ages 6-12

Tue, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Join us weekly for STEM through hands on activities and exploration.

Cancelled

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Swing by Barbour to make suncatchers with clear glue and glass pebbles!

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles in making a fun new craft each week.

Wed, Jan 29, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Jan 29, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Smart Start Storytime - Ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver.

Wed, Jan 29, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Jan 29, 9:30am - 10:30am

Downtown - Youth Program Room

Join Ms. Katherine for stories, songs, and fun to help early literacy development.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Wed, Jan 29, 9:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory with a puzzle session at Albany Library!

Knitting 101 with Wilma

Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dwight Library

January is National Hobby Month—discover the joy of knitting!

Registration is now closed

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Everyday Tech: Learn to use your device! - Adult Workshops @ Ropkins

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles for songs, fun, and stories to build early literacy skills!

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Learn to use use your smartphone, tablet or computer.

Wellness Wednesdays - Yoga In The Atrium

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Atrium

Every Wednesday beginning January 8 join us in the atrium for yoga.

This event is full

Teen Time - Ages 12 and up. Teens

Wed, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Ropkins Library

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Relax with your friends and meet other teens while doing an activity.... more

Join us every Wednesday as part of an ongoing weekly teen program. Relax with your friends and meet other teens while doing an activity. We’ll provide the materials.

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Wed, Jan 29, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Bingo

Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barbour Library

Join the camaraderie and gaming spirit for several rounds of Bingo!

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Cancelled

First Tech Challenge: Blass Hartford Robotics Team - 8th-12th graders

Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Library

8th-12th grade students will meet after school weekly to prepare for robotics competitions in January and February.

Dwight Crafternoons

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin to make a weekly craft! 1 /8 Make a Time Capsule, 1/15 Make a Grandma Moses Winter Scene, 1/22 Winter Pointalism Painting,... more

Join Ms. Erin to make a weekly craft! 1 /8 Make a Time Capsule, 1/15 Make a Grandma Moses Winter Scene, 1/22 Winter Pointalism Painting, 1/29 Groundhog Day Puppet

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library - Sand/Ropkins Youth Virtual Room

Stop by if you need help with your schoolwork. Children under 12 must come with their parent.

Solve It - Ages 6-12

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ropkins Library

Join us weekly for seasonal word searches, I Spy, and mazes and more.

Crafternoon - Ages 6-12

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Albany Library

Visit the library to release your inner artist with a variety of craft programs including bracelet making, journal decorating and more!

Cancelled

Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be painting kindness rocks to... more

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be painting kindness rocks to keep for yourself or give to someone else for inspiration!

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Wed, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

Popcorn & PJs Virtual Family Storytime - with Read to Grow

Wed, Jan 29, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Zoom - Virtual Room

Join us on Zoom where Eli and the Uncles will be read by author Jehani Madhani.Register

Thu, Jan 30, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 30, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 30, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Jan 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Jan 30, 9:30am - 5:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Thu, Jan 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Jan 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory with a puzzle session at Albany Library!

Pressed Flower Bookmarks - Adult Workshops @ Ropkins

Thu, Jan 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Create a stunning, one-of-a-kind bookmark

Thu, Jan 30, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Thu, Jan 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Ropkins Library

Coloring can improve your health!

REACH Book Author Contest - Writing Workshop

Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Thu, Jan 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Stop by the library for a Writer’s Workshop that may give you some ideas on where to get started for your submission for the REACH... more

Stop by the library for a Writer’s Workshop that may give you some ideas on where to get started for your submission for the REACH Book Author Contest.

Cancelled

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Thu, Jan 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Yoga Class

Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Join us for our Yoga class a welcoming and inclusive environment perfect for beginners and those looking to deepen their practice!

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Fri, Jan 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Camp Field Library

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in... more

Browse through a sampling of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful quotes. Choose one (or more) to illustrate what it looks like in action, using a variety of art supplies provided.

Fri, Jan 31, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Aeroponics! - Ages 5-19

Fri, Jan 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Learn about, help take care of, and event taste plants from our aeroponics tower!

First Tech Challenge: Blass Hartford Robotics Team - 8th-12th graders

Fri, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

8th-12th grade students will meet after school weekly to prepare for robotics competitions in January and February.

Cancelled

Barbour's Virtual Reality - Ages 13-19

Fri, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Barbour Library

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch for a fun afternoon of virtual reality!

Board Game Bonanza

Fri, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Bring your friends and make new ones playing games such as Clue, Scrabble, Uno and more!

Teen Time @ Barbour

Fri, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Ages 13-19. Calling all teens! Come to Barbour to make your own jewelry to show off at school!

Sat, Feb 01, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Feb 01, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Feb 01, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Sat, Feb 01, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Sat, Feb 01, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Pearson VUE Test Center by registration only

Cancelled

Take Your Child to the Library Day - with special visit by the Read to Grow Bookmobile

Sat, Feb 01, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Downtown

Tutoring in math topics for GED students and other adult learners

Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Downtown

The library is the go-to place for the best in community and entertainment. Join us for Take Your Child to the Library Day and learn... more

The library is the go-to place for the best in community and entertainment. Join us for Take Your Child to the Library Day and learn more about all the library has to offer your kiddos.

Take Your Child to the Library Day - Paper Hearts & Handmade Art

Sat, Feb 01, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Visit the Park Street library for a fun afternoon of creating Valentine's Day cards!

Baby Grand Jazz - Chris Beaudry

Sun, Feb 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the... more

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the best jazz musicians in the region.

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Mon, Feb 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Feb 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Yoga Story Time - Ages 3-5

Mon, Feb 03, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Mon, Feb 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Barbour Library

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch for a story and a stretch!

Family Storytime - B is for Black and Beautiful

Mon, Feb 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Caregivers and children ages 2-5 are invited to enjoy music, movement, and special stories celebrating Black History Month!

Create & Craft: Trinket Tray

Mon, Feb 03, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Mon, Feb 03, 2:30pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Cafe

Customize your own personal trinket tray! Use fun clay stamps and tools to design your piece. All supplies will be provided.... more

Customize your own personal trinket tray! Use fun clay stamps and tools to design your piece. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required.

Lights, Camera, Create: Celebrating Black History Month

Mon, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

Mon, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

The Albany Branch invites all ages to join us every Monday in February for a celebration of Black culture and history through film.

Cancelled

Loco For Legos Club - Ages 6-19

Mon, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Calling all Lego engineers! Create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Loco for Legos Club - Ages 6-19

Mon, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Calling all Lego engineers! Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour Branch to create something unique with Legos, then display your build for all to see!

Little Builders' Club

Mon, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Camp Field Library

Have fun playing and developing motor skills with building with a rotating collection of blocks and building supplies.

Mon, Feb 03, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Training toward the ServSafe Food Manager certification.

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Mon, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

Tue, Feb 04, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 04, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 04, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Tue, Feb 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Coffee & Crosswords

Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dwight Library

Join us for a relaxing morning of coffee and crosswords at the library!

Tech Together - A New Digital Literacy Club for Adults

Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Dwight Storytime

Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin for stories, rhymes, and songs! Ages 0-5

Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albany Library

Join our new adults-only club, designed to help adults improve their digital skills.

Button-up for the Winter

Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Camp Field Library

Learn how to make a warm cozy neck scarf. For beginners eager to learn how to knit or experienced knitters looking for a new project,... more

Learn how to make a warm cozy neck scarf. For beginners eager to learn how to knit or experienced knitters looking for a new project, join us for a fun and relaxing workshop! Registration is required.

Tue, Feb 04, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Cancelled

ServSafe Food Handler - Session 4

Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown

Training for the ServSafe Food Handler certification

RSCO Valentine's Day Celebration

Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Community Room

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of pizza, games, and School Choice Application assistance as we wrap up... more

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of pizza, games, and School Choice Application assistance as we wrap up the RSCO application period.

Rescheduled

Perler Bead Perfection

Tue, Feb 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

New date Friday, February 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Discover the wide variety of designs you can create with Perler beads! Fuse your designs to create magnets!

Chinese New Year @ Barbour - All Ages

Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Celebrate the Chinese New Year at Barbour branch! Listen to Chinese New Year stories and make a beautiful lantern!

Camp Field--Take Your Child to the Library Day

Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles in making a fun new craft each week.

Wed, Feb 05, All day

Camp Field Library

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with coloring and activity sheets, a scavenger hunt, and library information and resources!

Wed, Feb 05, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Feb 05, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Wed, Feb 05, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Tales and Tunes - Ages 0-5

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Visit the library for a story time that will have music and sound effects, followed by an activity!

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Everyday Tech: Learn to use your device! - Adult Workshops @ Ropkins

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles for songs, fun, and stories to build early literacy skills!

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Learn to use use your smartphone, tablet or computer.

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Wed, Feb 05, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Cancelled

Black History Month Crafternoons

Wed, Feb 05, 12:15pm - 12:45pm

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin to make a weekly craft celebrating Black History Month! Create a Circle Art Painting inspired by Alma Thomas.

Take Your Child to the Library Day! - Bluey Party

Wed, Feb 05, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Dwight Library

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by making a Bluey Suncatcher craft, enjoying snacks, and watching an episode of Bluey!

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Wed, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

Wed, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Cancelled

Black History Month Crafternoons

Wed, Feb 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Dwight Library

Celebrate Black History Month! 2/ 5 Circle Art Painting inspired by Alma Thomas, 2/19 Self Portrait with Pastels inspired by Basquiat,... more

Celebrate Black History Month! 2/ 5 Circle Art Painting inspired by Alma Thomas, 2/19 Self Portrait with Pastels inspired by Basquiat, 2/26 Make a Planetarium inspired by Neil De Grasse Tyson

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Wed, Feb 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be using pastels and chalk to... more

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Today we will be using pastels and chalk to make winter art!

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

Thu, Feb 06, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Feb 06, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Feb 06, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Feb 06, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Thu, Feb 06, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Black Future: - Pioneers Shaping Tomorrow

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Movies focusing on important stories from black history.

Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Everyday Tech Help

Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Camp Field Library

Are you interested in improving your basic smartphone, tablet or computer skills, or obtaining a NorthStar Certificate for computer... more

Are you interested in improving your basic smartphone, tablet or computer skills, or obtaining a NorthStar Certificate for computer basics? If so, call 860-695-7440 to register.

Thu, Feb 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Ropkins Library

Coloring can improve your health!

RSCO Valentine's Day Celebration

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dwight Library

Celebrate Valentine's Day with us! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of pizza, games, and School Choice Application assistance as we wrap up... more

Celebrate Valentine's Day with us! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of pizza, games, and School Choice Application assistance as we wrap up the RSCO application period.

Valentine's Day Celebration

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Barbour Library

Celebrate Valentine's Day with us! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of pizza, games, and School Choice Application assistance as we wrap up... more

Celebrate Valentine's Day with us! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of pizza, games, and School Choice Application assistance as we wrap up the RSCO application period.

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Thu, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Take Your Child to the Library Day @ Barbour - All Ages

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with the Barbour Branch! Sign up for a library card, enjoy games, crafts, and giveaways... more

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with the Barbour Branch! Sign up for a library card, enjoy games, crafts, and giveaways while enjoying our library space!

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Fri, Feb 07, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Fri, Feb 07, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Barbour's Virtual Reality - Ages 13-19

Fri, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Barbour Library

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch for a fun afternoon of virtual reality!

Perler Bead Perfection

Fri, Feb 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Discover the wide variety of designs you can create with Perler beads! Fuse your designs to create magnets!

Sat, Feb 08, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Feb 08, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Domestic Violence Awareness with Wadia Cowell

Sat, Feb 08, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Feb 08, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

Raising awareness for Domestic Violence, Wadia Cowell along with speakers from Interval House will be hosting a presentation focused on... more

Raising awareness for Domestic Violence, Wadia Cowell along with speakers from Interval House will be hosting a presentation focused on education, support and community building.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Sat, Feb 08, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Pearson VUE Test Center by registration only

Cancelled

Baby Grand Jazz - Aja Moyé and Friends

Sat, Feb 08, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Downtown

Tutoring in math topics for GED students and other adult learners

Sun, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the... more

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the best jazz musicians in the region

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Mon, Feb 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Family Storytime - B is for Black and Beautiful

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Caregivers and children ages 2-5 are invited to enjoy music, movement, and special stories celebrating Black History Month!

Celebrating Black History Month with Puzzles and Play

Mon, Feb 10, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Mon, Feb 10, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Enjoy a variety of different Black History Month themed puzzles and solve-it activities like word searches, crosswords and coloring pages!

Lights, Camera, Create: Celebrating Black History Month

Mon, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

Mon, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Albany Library - Albany Branch Community Room

The Albany Branch invites all ages to join us every Monday in February for a celebration of Black culture and history through film.

Mon, Feb 10, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Training toward the ServSafe Food Manager certification.

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

Tue, Feb 11, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 11, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 11, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Tue, Feb 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Barbour's Taste Testers - Ages 6-19

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Feeling hungry? Drop by Barbour to enjoy banana sushi!

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles in making a fun new craft each week.

Wed, Feb 12, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Feb 12, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Wed, Feb 12, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Everyday Tech: Learn to use your device! - Adult Workshops @ Ropkins

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Camp Field Library

Join Mr. Miles for songs, fun, and stories to build early literacy skills!

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Learn to use use your smartphone, tablet or computer.

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Wed, Feb 12, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Wed, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens

Wed, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Dancing Hearts

Wed, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Watch the conversation heart candies “dance” in water with this fun and simple science experiment!

Valentine Card Craft

Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Dwight Library

Join Ms. Erin to make your own Valentine’s cards to give away!

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Join Ms. Fe at the Barbour branch to unlock your inner creativity with a fun weekly craft! Make a Valentine to give someone special!

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

Thu, Feb 13, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Feb 13, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Feb 13, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Feb 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Thu, Feb 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

ESL for parents and children

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Thu, Feb 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Black Future: - Pioneers Shaping Tomorrow

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ropkins Library

Movies focusing on important stories from black history.

Speak Your Heart with Flowers

Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Bingo, Books, & Brews

Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albany Library

Mingle with fellow tea enthusiasts and bingo aficionados. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, share your love for tea and... more

Mingle with fellow tea enthusiasts and bingo aficionados. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, share your love for tea and books, and enjoy a friendly competition.

Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Camp Field Library

Use the "language of flowers" to create a personalized valentine with floral images and supplies provided. Enjoy light refreshments as... more

Use the "language of flowers" to create a personalized valentine with floral images and supplies provided. Enjoy light refreshments as you create your valentine.

Thu, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Ropkins Library

Coloring can improve your health!

Friendship Bracelets

Thu, Feb 13, 2:45pm - 3:45pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric - Park Branch Children's Area

Visit the library for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and friendship!

GED Check-Ins - Check-ins for adult students preparing to take the GED

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Sweet Treats

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Dwight Library

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an activity designed to spread love and joy!

Thu, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Downtown - Wallace Stevens Room

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language... more

In-person check-ins for students using library-provided study materials to prepare for the Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts GED subject tests

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

RSCO Open Office Hours - Parents of students PreK - 12

Fri, Feb 14, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Fri, Feb 14, 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Meet with School Choice staff to find out about school options for your child. No appointment necessary. Please use Arch Street entrance.

Rescheduled

Friendship Bracelets

Fri, Feb 14, 2:45pm - 3:45pm

New date Thursday, February 13, 2:45pm - 3:45pm

Park Street Library @ The Lyric

Visit the library for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and friendship!

Board Game Bonanza

Fri, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Camp Field Library

Bring your friends and make new ones playing games such as Clue, Scrabble, Uno and more!

Sat, Feb 15, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Feb 15, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Sat, Feb 15, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Sat, Feb 15, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Testing in the Pearson VUE Test Center by registration only

Cancelled

Baby Grand Jazz - Elan Mehler Trio

Sat, Feb 15, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Downtown

Tutoring in math topics for GED students and other adult learners

Sun, Feb 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Downtown - Center for Contemporary Culture

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the... more

Hartford Public Library’s highly popular Baby Grand Jazz series is back for its 21st season in 2025; with a spectacular line-up of the best jazz musicians in the region.

Mon, Feb 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Mon, Feb 17, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Mon, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

Training toward the ServSafe Food Manager certification.

Math Tutoring (Adult Students) - Math tutoring for adults

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the... more

Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or prepare for college

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Downtown

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by... more

One-on-one tutoring in geometry, algebra, and math skills for GED, college, and the workplace. In-person or over videocall by arrangement with the tutor.

Tue, Feb 18, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - UConn Classroom 139

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 18, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 140

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 18, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown - Classroom 141

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Learning Lab

English classes for adult speakers of other languages

Tue, Feb 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Downtown - Youth Program Room

ESL for parents and children

Puzzle & Unwind - Adult Memory Boost at Albany Library

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dwight Library

Register now for Everyday Tech, a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you navigate basic tech tools and devices with confidence.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Albany Library

Unwind and boost your memory while helping to complete our monthly community puzzle!

Tech Together - A New Digital Literacy Club for Adults

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Ropkins Library

Jigsaw puzzles promote a state of calmness and mindfulness.

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albany Library

Join our new adults-only club, designed to help adults improve their digital skills.

Tue, Feb 18, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Downtown - Children's Department

Visit our newly re-opened Children's Department for School Choice information and application assistance.

Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dwight Library

Register now for Everyday Tech, a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you navigate basic tech tools and devices with confidence.

Pearson VUE Test Center testing - Testing by appointment only

Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Downtown - Classroom 140,Classroom 141

English club for newcomer immigrant teens. By registration only.

Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

West Middle School Branch - Classroom 2016

Pearson VUE test center testing by registration only

Celebrating Black Voices - All Ages

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Barbour Library

Come to Barbour to play bingo and celebrate Black History Month!