Field Trip to the Roaring Brook Nature Center
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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Janet Carlson Calvert Library
Janet Carlson Calvert Library is a public central library in Franklin, CT. Open 1,520 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 3,000 square feet.
Richmond Flying Squirrels at Hartford Yard Goats
MiLB Double-A: Richmond Flying Squirrels at Hartford Yard Goats at Dunkin' Park
STEM Day
Join us at Brown Eastside for the infamous egg drop challenge. Think you have the engineering skills to ensure your egg won't crack? Show up and find out! All materials provided.
April Break with the Children's Museum
For ages 6-12. Come get your hands dirty as we explore environmental science through worms, dirt, and bugs! Lunch will be provided after the program. Registration required.
Pearson VUE Test Center testing
Testing in the Downtown Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. Registration in advance required.
Next Steps for High School Seniors
Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens
Bingo, Books, & Brews
Mingle with fellow tea enthusiasts and bingo aficionados. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, share your love for tea, and enjoy a friendly competition.
Earth Day Muddy Treats
Dig into Earth Day! Join us to hear stories and create a fun dirt cup snack as we celebrate the planet and all the ways we can help it thrive.
Jewelry Shop
Students will create various types of jewelry from crystal wrapping, to braiding, and more.
Insane Insects Week Crafternoon: Bug Masks
Flutter, crawl, or buzz on over! Design your own bug mask and transform into a butterfly, beetle, or any bug you can imagine. All supplies provided—just bring your creativity!
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]
Autism Awareness Month: Sensory Studio
Join us for Sensory Studio as we celebrate Autism Awareness Month with hands-on sensory fun, including sand and other tactile activities designed to spark curiosity.
GED Info Session
Question and answer session about GED prep and GED testing. No registration required; just stop by!
Virtual Reality Exploration
Explore new worlds in VR! Play games like virtual soccer, build 3D environments, and learn the basics of world-building, storytelling, and discover new games!
Toddler Tuesday
Stop by for Toddler Tuesdays! Once a month, we will have an open playtime for toddlers and their caregivers. A chance to explore board books and toys, hear a story, and talk with other local parents.
Low-Key Creations
Low-Key Creations is a relaxed art space where you can relax to some calming music and creative calming projects.
Tea Blending
Participants will learn about common herbs, flavor profiles, and basic wellness uses while creating a custom tea blend to take home.
3D Modeling and Printing
Design your own digital masterpieces from scratch or bring in your existing files to watch your creations come to life on our 3D printers.
Sew Simple
This program is facilitated by a community volunteer. Please call to cancel your registration if needed.
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...
Painting with Ty @ YOUmedia
Join Ty to explore timeless artistic techniques through hands-on projects focused on traditional painting and classic craft methods.
Throwback Thursday Trivia
Through Trivia students will test their knowledge of various topics ranging from music, movies, politics, geography and more.
Spring Break Fun
No School. Stop by and enjoy doing the activity of the day. Monday-Wednesday.
Homework Help
Free, drop-in homework help for students in grades K-12 who need support, assistance, and encouragement with their homework. We also help students access library resources including online databases and online, one-to-one tutoring. Click here to connect to online Homework Help (2–11 pm every day...
Resource Day
Join us on every 3rd Tuesday of the month for our resource day, featuring partnering organizations throughout the city of Hartford. It's a one stop hub!
CT Humanities and Freedom Trail Present: William (Billy) Lee
“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...
Citizenship Classes
A class for adult Green Card holders preparing for the civics test, writing test, and reading test portions of the naturalization interview for U.S. citizenship. Enrolled students only.
Big Read: The Secret Ingredient
Children will go on a culinary adventure beginning with the story, Anni Dreams of Biryani. Children will learn about Indian foods while enjoy the taste and smell of ingredients found in Indian cooking such as cardamom, bay leaf, and star anise. Each child will receive a journal to record their...
Family Sensory Storytime
This small-group storytime is geared for children who have a hard time in large groups, or are sensitive to sensory overload. We will use picture books, songs, movement, and sensory activities to engage all five senses in learning. Children will have the freedom to move around, experience sensory...
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.
Yoga In Our City
This dynamic yoga program combines flowing sequences, strength-building poses, and intentional stretching to enhance overall fitness. No registration needed.
Street Photography
Inspired by Gordon Parks, students will study the history and style of street photography around the Albany Branch Library
Paint A Treasure Box
Join us as we paint wooden boxes to store our keepsakes. Registration is encouraged.
Insane Insects Week: Loco for Legos
Things are getting buggy at Loco for LEGOs! Join us for a special insect-themed building session and construct your own LEGO critter creations.
Earth Day Extravaganza
We will explore textures at the park with texture rubbing, use, and identify adjectives to describe the findings from our outdoor explorations. Then we will discover how nature can soothe us and enjoy an Author Read Aloud.
Videogame Design @ YOUmedia
Team up to design your own game or help build a group project using Unity. Learn game dev skills, from coding to design and bring your ideas to life in this hands-on workshop.
Spring Story Time
Come to the library for stories, songs, and fingerplays! For children ages birth through five with caregiver.
Imagination Station
Imagination Station is a creative space where ideas come to life through hands-on art, exploration, and self-expression.
Birdwatching Bingo
Celebrate Earth Day by searching for local birds in the library. Prizes will be provided for bingos and again for blackouts!
Big Read: Family Food Memories
Savor the world of food through the stories and personal reflections of author Aimee Nezhukumatahil, in her newest book, Bite by Bite. If interested, please call Irene to register, 860-695-7401.
Tech Together
Are you interested in improving your basic computer skills, learning how to navigate tech tools or earning a Northstar Digital Certificate? If so, call 860-695-7380
Found Poetry Buttons
Celebrate National Poetry Month by turning words into art! Teens are invited to create custom buttons using found poetry, remixing words and phrases to make something totally unique. No poetry experience needed—just curiosity and creativity.
Math Classes
Math classes offered in collaboration with Learn for Life, Inc. for adult students working to enhance workplace skills, prepare for the GED, or get ready for college
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