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April Break with the Children's Museum

In 3 weeks · Fri, Apr 17, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Downtown

Come get your hands dirty as we explore environmental science through worms, dirt, and bugs! We’ll end the week at Roaring Brook Nature Center to put all we’ve learned to use as we wander the woods and investigate under logs and rocks. Lunch included each day. Participation each day is...

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Baby Grand Jazz

In 4 weeks · Sun, Apr 26, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Downtown · Ages Up to 5

Enjoy every Sunday at 3:00PM from January 4th through April 26th. Tune in virtually on Hartford Public Library’s Facebook page, Youtube channel or HPATV. April 26, 2026 Rene McLean: Music of the Spirit Born in New York City, René McLean, multi-reed instrumentalist (alto, tenor, soprano...

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CT Humanities and Freedom Trail Present: William (Billy) Lee

In 3 weeks · Thu, Apr 16, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Downtown

“Billy Lee,” began serving Washington as a young boy, stood by his side as a valuable servant until he was an elderly man. He was the only one of Washington’s slaves freed immediately by Washington’s will. Mr. Keitt brings a unique insight into the story, life and...

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Field Trip to the Roaring Brook Nature Center

In 3 weeks · Thu, Apr 16, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Camp Field Library

Join the Children’s Museum for a fun day of nature exploration at the Roaring Brook Nature Center. Bus pick up from the Campfield Library at 11:15am. Bus drop off at 4:00pm.

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Food, Art & Nature

Tue, May 12, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Downtown

Lecture and Q&A with community leader, Kamora Herrington on the healing powers of food, art and nature. This event builds off of the library's Bid Read programming around the book Bite by Bite , written by Aimee Nezhukumatathil.

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Big Read Stories and Spices: A Sensory Adventure

Tue, Apr 28, 7:30 PM–8:15 PM UTC · Ropkins Library

Step into a world of flavor! In this interactive youth workshop, we’ll bring history to life through smell, storytelling, and art. Inspired by the book Anni Dreams of Biryani, participants will explore the deep roots of food and culture before crafting their own spice-infused collages. Come...

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Draft to Dream

In 4 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Downtown

Whether you’re writing your first line or polishing your final draft, we’ll provide the tools and community you need to bring your dream to life. This exclusive workshop series offers professional guidance, expert panels, and hands-on tools to help you bring your story to life. Attend...

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Books, Bites & Picnics

In 4 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Ropkins Library

Join us at Ropkins Library for a special Big Read discussion of Bite by Bite: Nourishments and Jamborees by Aimee Nezhukumatathil. In this engaging and reflective workshop, participants will explore the powerful connections between food, nature, and memory through conversation and creative...

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Teen Anime Showing

In 4 weeks · Wed, Apr 22, 7:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Park Street Library @ The Lyric · Ages 13–19

Ages 13-19. Join us at the Park Street Library for a showing of an anime film. There will also be other fun activities and crafts to do during the movie.

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Paint & Plant:

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 9, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Ropkins Library

Welcome spring with a relaxing and creative painting workshop at Ropkins Library. Participants will design and decorate terracotta flower pots, creating personalized planters. All materials are provided—bring your creativity . Registration Information : Location : Ropkins Library - 1750 Main...

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