Onederful Ones

Ages 12 - 23 months with a caregiver. A fun-filled storytime featuring books, fingerplays, and lots of music and movement.**Please note: No class on March 15

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Movers and Groovers

Letâs move and groove together at the Barney Library! We will read a fun book and do some dancing in the Hoppin Gallery. This is a drop in program, no registration required!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Pint- Sized Picassos

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.(**Please note: one registration signs you up for the WHOLE SPRING SESSION [different tha......More

In Pint-Sized Picassos we share a story and explore a different art medium that will aim to focus on both early literacy and fine motor skills. Caregiver must accompany their child.(**Please note: one registration signs you up for the WHOLE SPRING SESSION [different than before, when the registrations were individual.])

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Chess for Kids

Local resident and retired educator, John Sherman, is bringing his love for one of our oldest board games â âThe Game of Kings!â - to the Farmington Library.  Beginners through advanced are welcome. This is a four-week series - sign up once and you are signed up for al......More

Local resident and retired educator, John Sherman, is bringing his love for one of our oldest board games â âThe Game of Kings!â - to the Farmington Library.  Beginners through advanced are welcome. This is a four-week series - sign up once and you are signed up for all classes in the session.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Adult Biblio Box

Sign up for a monthly, customized selection of library books and treats.Register via the calendar one time and be subscribed--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from the list but you may sign up again.Fill out the interest form so we can select a book just for y......More

Sign up for a monthly, customized selection of library books and treats.Register via the calendar one time and be subscribed--if you miss two boxes, you'll be removed from the list but you may sign up again.Fill out the interest form so we can select a book just for you. INTEREST FORMThe book will be checked out to the card provided in the interest form so your box is ready to go when you pick it up.Return the book and the box but the goodies are yours to keep.You can pick up your Biblio Box at the Adult Services desk on the second floor on the day indicated on the calendar. This program is open to adults. Registration Required.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Terrific Twos

Terrific Twos is designed for the child who will be 24 months old at the start of the session. We will build early literacy skills through the use of books, rhymes, finger play and songs.  Please note there is no class on April 16.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Bite Size Science

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts.There is no class on April 2, 2025 or April 16, 2025.  **Please note in this Spring session you are registering for the WHOLE SESSION - one regi......More

In Bite Size Science we will share a story and complete an exciting experiment or project focusing on early science concepts.There is no class on April 2, 2025 or April 16, 2025.  **Please note in this Spring session you are registering for the WHOLE SESSION - one registration registers you for the series.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Teen Tech Help

Need help with technology? Stop by the Teen Space to meet with one of our teen volunteers for tech help!Register for a reminder.Open to teens and adults who need tech help!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Adaptive Storytime

Adaptive storytime will offer families of  neurodiverse children ages 4 -10 a slower-paced storytime in a small group setting. During this storytime you can expect: interactive stories and songs, social narratives, visual schedules, fun with fidgets and props, and time......More

Adaptive storytime will offer families of  neurodiverse children ages 4 -10 a slower-paced storytime in a small group setting. During this storytime you can expect: interactive stories and songs, social narratives, visual schedules, fun with fidgets and props, and time for free choice play and caregiver socialization. Activities will generally fall within a preschool to grade 2 interest level. Please email Ms. Lorette at [email protected] for registration information.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Two Much Fun

Join us to get movin' and groovin' with stories, music, movement, and a sensory or play activity!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Celebrate May

Celebrate the season! Come for a special storytime and craft. Sing and dance, be prepared to get messy!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Thriving Threes!

For three-year-olds and their caregivers. Registration Required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session. This storytime weaves the development of language and listening skills into a fun-filled program of read-alouds, flannel board activi......More

For three-year-olds and their caregivers. Registration Required; registering for one class registers you for the whole session. This storytime weaves the development of language and listening skills into a fun-filled program of read-alouds, flannel board activities, music, movement, and rhymes.  Please note there is no class on 4/17

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Teen Homeschool Hangout @ the Barney

Drop in for Homeschool Hangout in the Barney Library Teen Space! Play board games, color, eat some snacks, or chat in this hour long hang out session!Register for a reminder--open to those ages 12-18.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Learn to Play Star Wars Unlimited Card Game

Curious about Star Wars Unlimited card game? Interested in learning how to play but don't want to spend hours on YouTube? Need a refresher or shaky with the rules? Come to our Learn to Play Star Wars Unlimited! You are welcome to bring your own standard deck or we will ......More

Curious about Star Wars Unlimited card game? Interested in learning how to play but don't want to spend hours on YouTube? Need a refresher or shaky with the rules? Come to our Learn to Play Star Wars Unlimited! You are welcome to bring your own standard deck or we will provide one for you!  Open to those 12 and up!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tots and Tunes and Tales

Drop-in program.This high-energy music and movement class will have us dancing and laughing!  We'll start with a story and then move to the music.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Monthly Makers

This month we're making: Paper Bird Garland Please note there's no Monthly Makers in April so registration for May's event will open April 10 at 9:00 AM.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Mother's Day Stories & Tea

In honor of Mother's Day our Mother's Day Tea is a chance for a child (ages 3-12) to celebrate someone special in their life.  They will hear a story, make something special, and enjoy tea and goodies.  PLEASE ONLY REGISTER YOUR CHILD'S NAME.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Farmington Artists Circle

Join the Farmington Artists Circle at the Barney Library to talk about how we might build a more connected cultural art community here in Farmington. This event is open to all artists who live or work in Farmington, regardless of medium or experience level. Whether you ......More

Join the Farmington Artists Circle at the Barney Library to talk about how we might build a more connected cultural art community here in Farmington. This event is open to all artists who live or work in Farmington, regardless of medium or experience level. Whether you are a painter, sculptor, weaver, photographer, or any kind of creative, if youâre a Farmington artist youâre welcome!To RSVP or for any questions email Kate Emery at [email protected].

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Craft Your Way!

Stop by the Teen Space to make origami, paint miniatures, and destress with coloring pages between the hours of 2:30pm-4:00pm!Open to those in Grades 7-12. Register for a reminder!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Barney Kids Book Club

Join Miss Amy for a school age picture book storytime and craft! For kids in grades K-4

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Mini Makers: Firefly Jars

Come craft with us in the Children's Department! Each project features at least one thing that was made in our MakerSpace upstairs.  This week, fill a mason jar with fairy lights and decorate it with glow-in-the-dark firefly stickers. Add a forest scene to the inside ......More

Come craft with us in the Children's Department! Each project features at least one thing that was made in our MakerSpace upstairs.  This week, fill a mason jar with fairy lights and decorate it with glow-in-the-dark firefly stickers. Add a forest scene to the inside and some paint to create a magical jar that glows!Open to those ages 7-9 years.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Adult Take-and-Make Program: Polymer Clay Earrings

You've seen them online and in craft shops, now try to make your own polymer clay earrings.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Movers and Groovers

Letâs move and groove together at the Barney Library! We will read a fun book and do some dancing in the Hoppin Gallery. This is a drop in program, no registration required!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Craft Your Way!

Stop by the Teen Space to make origami, paint miniatures, and destress with coloring pages between the hours of 2:30pm-4:00pm!Open to those in Grades 7-12. Register for a reminder!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Chess for Kids

Local resident and retired educator, John Sherman, is bringing his love for one of our oldest board games â âThe Game of Kings!â - to the Farmington Library.  Beginners through advanced are welcome. This is a four-week series - sign up once and you are signed up for al......More

Local resident and retired educator, John Sherman, is bringing his love for one of our oldest board games â âThe Game of Kings!â - to the Farmington Library.  Beginners through advanced are welcome. This is a four-week series - sign up once and you are signed up for all classes in the session.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Craft Your Way!

Stop by the Teen Space to make origami, paint miniatures, and destress with coloring pages between the hours of 2:30pm-4:00pm!Open to those in Grades 7-12. Register for a reminder!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Into the Archives: Celebrating Farmington Libraries History

The period following the Second World War saw a major increase in population and education initiatives in Farmington and Unionville that continued through the devastation of the 1955 Flood and the redevelopment of Unionvilleâs center in the 1960s. The townâs libraries r......More

The period following the Second World War saw a major increase in population and education initiatives in Farmington and Unionville that continued through the devastation of the 1955 Flood and the redevelopment of Unionvilleâs center in the 1960s. The townâs libraries responded to this increased growth: With several expansions at the Village Library (now the Barney Branch) and the West End Library (Unionville), the idea of building a central library to serve all of Farmington and Unionville was becoming a reality in the 1970s. Ground was broken in 1981 for a brand-new facility in front of the high school. In the second half of 1983, three major events occurred: The West End Library shut its doors permanently in June, the new building at 6 Monteith drive was opened and dedicated in October, and the Village Library was closed for extensive renovations, re-opening a year later as the Village Branch.Through photos, newspaper articles, library publications, Friends newsletters, and other materials, Local History Librarian Jerusha Neely will take us through the developments surrounding the opening of the Main Farmington Libraries branch in 1983, and how the community responded to the changes.We will include a brief history of the development of the Librariesâ Archives and Special Collections and highlight their importance in preserving, supporting and growing the communityâs collective memory.Caption/description of Photo: Robert Donald (Chair of Library Building Committee), left and Barbara Gibson (Library Director), right, pose in front of the nearly completed Main library building at 6 Monteith Drive, c. March 1983

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Toadally Terrific Toad Abodes

Join us for an unFROGetable evening! We will learn about toads and their habitats and create our own toad homes!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

THE NO BOOK BOOK CLUB

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tea Blending Workshop

Craft your very own loose leaf tea bag with various different herbs and extracts. Explore new flavors and get to take home your very own crafted teabag.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tots and Tunes and Tales

Drop-in program.This high-energy music and movement class will have us dancing and laughing!  We'll start with a story and then move to the music.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US