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: Air Dry Clay Trinket Trays

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Cricut Group Training

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

StoryWalkÂŽ at the Barney

Take a stroll around the Barney Library with our latest StoryWalkŽ! "When Snow's mother tells her that they're going to move to an exciting new place, Snow isn't so sure. She likes her home and her friends, and the fun they have together. The journey takes forever, an......More

Take a stroll around the Barney Library with our latest StoryWalkŽ! "When Snow's mother tells her that they're going to move to an exciting new place, Snow isn't so sure. She likes her home and her friends, and the fun they have together. The journey takes forever, and their new home is very strange. Everything is different - the weather, the food, the people and the language. Snow tries to make friends, but everyone seems too busy and preoccupied to care. Will anything happen to help Snow feel more at home? A charming debut picture book about the anxieties and hardships of moving, with a heart-warming, positive ending."Come enjoy Nieve En La Jungla/Snow in the Jungle by Ariane Hofmann-Maniyar.The StoryWalkŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier Vermont. StorywalkŽ is a registered service mark owned by the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Oh Baby! Baby Storytime

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required.Perfect for our littlest patrons, this storytime enriches the language learning abilities of babies through the use of stories, finger plays, and songs.  The second half of the class includes music a......More

For caregivers of babies ages 0 to 12 months. Registration required.Perfect for our littlest patrons, this storytime enriches the language learning abilities of babies through the use of stories, finger plays, and songs.  The second half of the class includes music and playtime.  Feel free to bring a blanket for your baby to sit/lie down on.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Invent the Summer

Invent the Summer features weekly STEM challenges created by kids, for kids! Complete each challenge for a chance to win fabulous prizes!Each week is a different challenge, and there is a SEPARATE REGISTRATION for each week, so you can register only for the days you are......More

Invent the Summer features weekly STEM challenges created by kids, for kids! Complete each challenge for a chance to win fabulous prizes!Each week is a different challenge, and there is a SEPARATE REGISTRATION for each week, so you can register only for the days you are available.Registration Required. Open to those ages 5-12.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Flicks & Family

Get out of the heat and join us for a special Summer screening of Jungle Cruise (2021,rated PG-13) at the Barney Library.Synopsis: In the Amazon, riverboat captain Frank Wolff encounters English researcher Dr. Lily Houghton, who looks to study a fabled tree with healing......More

Get out of the heat and join us for a special Summer screening of Jungle Cruise (2021,rated PG-13) at the Barney Library.Synopsis: In the Amazon, riverboat captain Frank Wolff encounters English researcher Dr. Lily Houghton, who looks to study a fabled tree with healing properties. As Frank and Lily navigate the risks of the rainforest, they cross a cohort of foes determined to use the tree for nefarious purposes. Inspired by the theme park ride at Disneyland.Feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on, water to drink, and light snacks to enjoy.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Toddler Time

Toddler Time is a 45-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 12 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books, make new friends, and play.

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

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

Maker Mentor Hours

Come and see what we are working on in our Maker Space! Our Maker Space librarian will be working on various projects in the Maker Space every week, so it is the perfect time to stop in and say hello. You are also encouraged to ask questions about your own DIY projects ......More

Come and see what we are working on in our Maker Space! Our Maker Space librarian will be working on various projects in the Maker Space every week, so it is the perfect time to stop in and say hello. You are also encouraged to ask questions about your own DIY projects and the various machines we use. Our Maker Space librarian will be available to answer all of your maker-related questions. Bring your project files, ideas or just your sense of curiosity to see if the library can help bring your vision to life. You can also just stop in to see what the library is making and see how our machines work.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Tinkering Tweens: Optical Illusions Lab

Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience. Everything from Marble runs and programable robots to 3D pens and clay; we have it all! We will learn about opti......More

Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience. Everything from Marble runs and programable robots to 3D pens and clay; we have it all! We will learn about optical illusions, and build gadgets to create holograms, moving pictures, and more!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Celebrate July

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

Positive Vibes Plant Lounge Terrarium Workshop

Join us for a hands-on terrarium workshop where creativity meets calm. In this guided session, youâll create your own miniature garden using beautiful plants, natural materials, and your unique sense of designâno green thumb needed. Youâll learn the art of designing an......More

Join us for a hands-on terrarium workshop where creativity meets calm. In this guided session, youâll create your own miniature garden using beautiful plants, natural materials, and your unique sense of designâno green thumb needed. Youâll learn the art of designing and nurturing your own self-sustaining terrarium. Whether youâre a plant enthusiast or a beginner, this hands-on session will guide you through the process of selecting the right plants, layering substrates, and maintaining your mini garden oasis.Perfect for beginners or plant lovers of any kind, this workshop is all about reconnecting with nature, practicing mindfulness, and having fun. Letâs dig in and grow together!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

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Silent Book Club

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the library shelves!). Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socializeâor not! Have you attended the Silent Book Club a......More

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the library shelves!). Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socializeâor not! Have you attended the Silent Book Club at the Farmington Library? It meets the last Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM.  Silent Book Club ÂŽ is a global community of readers, with more than 1500 chapters in 54 countries around the world led by local volunteers. SBC members gather in public at bars, cafes, bookstores, libraries, and online to read together in quiet camaraderie.Silent Book Club is about community. Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join or launch a chapter. We encourage people all over the world to start their own Silent Book Clubs. All you need is a friend, a comfy public setting, and a book. We have active chapters around the world in cities of all sizes, and new chapters are being launched by volunteers every week.Find out more about Silent Book Clubs

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Story & Play

Drop in and play outside at the Barney Library! Listen to some fun stories and then have a playtime with your friends on the playground. A great place to meet friends old and new! Rain or shine, we will have indoor stories if the weather is rainy!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Glowforge Group Training

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Book Babies

Join Miss Shana for 30 minutes of books, finger plays and songs perfect for ages 0 to 24 month. This lapsit storytime is the perfect introduction to storytimes for babies and caregivers.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Invent the Summer

Invent the Summer features weekly STEM challenges created by kids, for kids! Complete each challenge for a chance to win fabulous prizes!Each week is a different challenge, and there is a SEPARATE REGISTRATION for each week, so you can register only for the days you are......More

Invent the Summer features weekly STEM challenges created by kids, for kids! Complete each challenge for a chance to win fabulous prizes!Each week is a different challenge, and there is a SEPARATE REGISTRATION for each week, so you can register only for the days you are available.Registration Required. Open to those ages 5-12.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Cookies and Coloring

Enjoy some relaxing coloring with a sweet cookie treat! We'll have markers, coloring pencils, and lots of coloring book options!Register to save your spot! Open to those going into Grades 5-12!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US