Pearson VUE Test Center testing
Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.
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Chuck E. Cheese Fun Pass: Unlimited Visits
Fun Pass membership starting at $7.99/month. Bronze: 40 games/visit + 20% food discount. Silver: 100 games/visit + 30% food discount. Gold: 250 games/visit + 50% food discount. One pass covers up to 6 family members with unlimited visits.
VIRTUAL - Mindful Minute
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. Our practice is purely experiential and fully guided as we tap into techniques to support the mind and body. Come rest and relax in.
KidStruction Lab
Suggested for ages 4 through grade 6No registration needed, just drop in during the timeframe. On Tuesday afternoons the Children's Story Nook will be transformed into the KidStruction Lab. Each week we will bring out one of our STEAM or building sets.
Urban Air Manchester: Save Big. Play All Year
Get 12 months of unlimited visits and full access - plus discounts on food, drinks, and merch, free socks, member events, and birthday perks. The best value of the year is waiting - hit Buy Now and kick start a full year of adventure. Offer valid for a limited time and ends 3/31/26. Promotion provid
Chuck E. Cheese: Free Play Points with Coloring Sheet
Bring in a completed coloring sheet on your next visit and earn free play points that can be converted into arcade prizes. Download coloring sheets from the Chuck E. Cheese website.
Holiday Art
Holiday Art is a creative program where participants explore seasonal and cultural holidays through arts and crafts.
Play Pals
Come play with us at the Library! Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play. A variety of toys will be out for free play including building materials, crafts, sensory toys and imaginative play. The activities we have planned are aimed at children age 1-5,...
Lego Kit Fun
Ages 6 - 19 Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of lego kit builds! There will also be other activities and games to play!
Egg-Cellent Story Stroll
Registration is required and begins online through Parks & Recreation (glastonburyct.myrec.com) on March 3 at 8AM. Due to the popularity of this program it is for Glastonbury residents only.The Welles-Turner Library Children’s Department and Parks & Recreation team up for this annual event. Follow..
Crafternoon
Bring your own knitting, quilting, cross stitching or other preferred craft and craft together with others. The group meets every Wednesday in the Wayzata Library Meeting Room.
LEGO Club (Gr. PreK-6 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)
Join us at the library to build with LEGOs.
Go on a dig!
Join us at our dig here at the 2CF Studio. Make discoveries and found our what is buried in your "plot" of land! Discover beautiful stones and perhaps some bones as you carve out your piece of plaster with awesome archeology tools! Expect to get a wee bit dirty :) Registration Required Ages:...
Teen Game Club
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. It’s the perfect chance to team up, compete, and make new friends while enjoying a variety of games. Come level up your gaming experience and have.
Baby Grand Jazz
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 12, 2026 Japanese Micro Jam Hidemi Akaiwa is a Japanese pianist/composer. She started on piano at the age of three and as a youth won...
Afterschool Meal
Every day after school we will have lunch available at 3-4 Monday-Thursday and 12-1 Fridays. [We use Achievement 1st's calendar]
Fables & Frolic
Join us for stories, songs, friends, and free play. Drop-in, no registration required. Recommended for children ages 0-5, siblings welcome. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library. To get all of the Youth & Family Learning department events right into your inbox every other...
Urban Air Manchester: Parents Night Out
Let date night be fun for everyone! Parents Night Out is the perfect event for adults and kids alike. Kids get to play on...
Altoona Curve at Hartford Yard Goats
MiLB Double-A: Altoona Curve at Hartford Yard Goats at Dunkin' Park
Chuck E. Cheese Birthday Party Packages
Birthday Fun Package starting at $99.99 for 6 kids. Includes 2 hours of gameplay, unlimited soft drinks, party hats, decorated table, and birthday show. Mega and Ultimate upgrade packages available.
Urban Air Manchester: Sensory Friendly Play
An event specifically designed for children with Autism and special needs to enjoy time at the park without loud music,...
How Families Can Strategically Support High-School Students Without Burning Them Out
High school has become increasingly competitive and complex. Between honors classes, AP coursework, extracurricular commitments, and college planning, students often feel constant pressure to “do more.” At the same time, parents want to be supportive without becoming overwhelmed or unintentionally..
ESL Conversation Club
Join us to practice speaking English with other language learners at this monthly conversation group. Improve your English communication skills and increase your confidence in the language. Drop-in; registration not required. Stay ahead of the crowd—be the first to know about events for adults by...
Urban Air Waterbury: School Day Play
An event especially for kids who are homeschooling, learning or distance learning. Come get your PE credits or take a break...
Urban Air Manchester: Birthdays Just Got Better At Urban Air!
For a limited time, book a birthday party and get a FREE cookie cake and (10) birthday bags with qualifying packages. Same epic celebrations - now with even more included. Offer valid at participating locations on top-tier birthday packages only. The free bundle (Birthday Cookie Cake and (10) Birthd
Painting with Ty @ YOUmedia
Join Ty to explore timeless artistic techniques through hands-on projects focused on traditional painting and classic craft methods.
Sketch Club
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.
Urban Air Manchester: NEW! Small Squad Party Package
Celebrate big with a smaller crew! The Small Squad Party Package is pre-paid and includes: (6) Deluxe Tickets (6) Socks (6) Bottles of Water (6) Place Settings (1) Pizza (1) Reserved Table All for $149.99 - available for a limited time through 3/31 * *Small Squad Parties include 6 guests in the prom
ABT Park Day - Volunteer to Help the Museum!
It's the national volunteer day sponsored by the American Battlefield Trust! Join us to help us organize the museum, library, and archives so that we're ready for the 2026 season! Respond to the RSVP
Richmond Flying Squirrels at Hartford Yard Goats
MiLB Double-A: Richmond Flying Squirrels at Hartford Yard Goats at Dunkin' Park
"The Librarians" at Wesleyan's Ring Family Performing Arts Hall
In the documentary "The Librarians," librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and First Amendment rights. Free and open to the public. A brief panel discussion will be held after the (88-minute) documentary.
Music Production @ YOUmedia
Get hands-on experience in recording vocals, mixing and mastering tracks, and producing original beats. Develop your skills while learning industry-standard techniques.
Urban Air Waterbury: Teen Night
Looking for fun activities for teens? The weekend place to be is Urban Air Adventure Park. The atmosphere changes when the...
Egg-cellent Riddle Fun
Ages 6 - 12. See how many small prizes you can win when you solve fun and silly Easter and Spring themed Riddles!
Little Leaps (Ages 1-2 w/Caregiver, Sign Up Online)
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. Classical music will be used to inspire and engage children. Let's dance! Please sign up for only ONE session...
Lara's Labyrinth
Escape room BeWITCHED by Lara's Labyrinth in Hartford on worldofescapes.com. Description, photos, reviews, contacts, schedule and online booking. Groups of 2-8 players.
Hartford Regional Market
Hartford Regional Market is a farmers market in Hartford, CT.
Urban Air Manchester: School Day Play
An event especially for kids who are homeschooling, learning or distance learning. Come get your PE credits or take a break...
English Learner Success
English club for newcomer immigrant teens. The American Place (TAP) youth program. By registration only.
Books and Brews: My Friends
Our April title is My Friends by Fredrik Backman. Copies available at the Borrowing Desk. Join us at Forest City Brewing at 180 Johnson St, Middletown, CT. Questions? E-mail Christy Billings at cbillings@russelllibrary.org Sponsored by the Friends of Russell Library. Place a hold for curbside...
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