Invasive Plants as Food

Join us on Monday, July 14 at 10:00 AM for Invasive Plants as Food at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street. This program discusses the edible parts of our common invasive plants and shows some of the delicious recipes that can be made with them, let's use our appetite as ......More

Join us on Monday, July 14 at 10:00 AM for Invasive Plants as Food at the Barney Library, 71 Main Street. This program discusses the edible parts of our common invasive plants and shows some of the delicious recipes that can be made with them, let's use our appetite as a weapon to control invasives! Please register to attend.

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

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

Infant Massage with Uconn Health Parents as Teachers

Learn Infant Massage This Summer! The Barney Library 71 Main St., Farmington, CT 06032 Wednesday mornings 10:00-11:30am July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, & August 6, 2025 Infant Massage is a magical way to learn baby cues, bond, stimulate, and promote infant developmen......More

Learn Infant Massage This Summer! The Barney Library 71 Main St., Farmington, CT 06032 Wednesday mornings 10:00-11:30am July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, & August 6, 2025 Infant Massage is a magical way to learn baby cues, bond, stimulate, and promote infant development. Please join us for this free, five-session course from UConn Health Parenting and the Barney Library. This course is for infants between 6 weeks and 6 months of age! For questions, please contact facilitator Terri Ayala, BS, CEIM, IMH-E Ž at 860-679-3779 TAyala@uchc.edu Register at:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/IMBarneyJuly2025

71 Main St, 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

Crafternoon @ the Barney

Drop in for this freestyle craft afternoon--no instructions, no project. Join us in the Hoppin Gallery where we'll have available a variety of supplies. Bring a project you're already working on, or just let the creative juices flow. Will you sketch, paint, weave, journ......More

Drop in for this freestyle craft afternoon--no instructions, no project. Join us in the Hoppin Gallery where we'll have available a variety of supplies. Bring a project you're already working on, or just let the creative juices flow. Will you sketch, paint, weave, journal?  The possibilities are endless!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Science Heroes: "Adventure of the Missing Colorâ

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure!Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science thatâs all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Bubble Day!

BUBBLES BUBBLES BUBBLES!  Join us outside the Barney Library for a special bubble storytime. Read some bubble books, make your own bubble wand, and create lots of bubbles big and small!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

THE NO BOOK BOOK CLUB

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Lil' Plant Shop: Kokedama Class

Get your hands dirty with this Kokedama Class from The Lil' Plant Shop! Kokedama is a type of Japanese planting that incorporates plants into moss balls. In this class each patron gets to choose from a variety of different types of plants to put in their kokedama and th......More

Get your hands dirty with this Kokedama Class from The Lil' Plant Shop! Kokedama is a type of Japanese planting that incorporates plants into moss balls. In this class each patron gets to choose from a variety of different types of plants to put in their kokedama and then we go through the required steps of cleaning the roots off and preparing it to be enveloped in a special type of soil before they are wrapped in moss. Kokedama are traditionally hung by string so the plants do not require a pot, but they can also be displayed on shelves, tabletops, ect.  Open to those 11 and up! Registration Required!

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

Story Time at Hein Farm, Farmington

Meet us at Hein Farm, 303 Meadow Road, Farmington for a farm story time, music, and a tour.  We will meet to the left of the farm store in the picnic area.  Parking will be in the large grassy area, on the left side of the property, close to the road.  Bring a blanke......More

Meet us at Hein Farm, 303 Meadow Road, Farmington for a farm story time, music, and a tour.  We will meet to the left of the farm store in the picnic area.  Parking will be in the large grassy area, on the left side of the property, close to the road.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair and a picnic lunch and stay as long as you'd like after story time is over.  If raining, program will be moved to July 25, 2025 at 11:00am

303 Meadow Road, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Rainforest Escape Room: 2pm Session

Adventure Awaits you in this immersive Rainforest Escape Room. You'll  race against the clock to solve the mystery and break free! You may register in smaller groups or as an individual and will be paired with others to make a group of four.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Rainforest Escape Room: 3pm Session

Adventure Awaits you in this immersive Rainforest Escape Room. You'll  race against the clock to solve the mystery and break free! You may register in smaller groups or as an individual and will be paired with others to make a group of four.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Monthly Makers

This month we're making: Felt collages

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Rainforest Escape Room: 10am Session

Adventure Awaits you in this immersive Rainforest Escape Room. You'll  race against the clock to solve the mystery and break free! You may register in smaller groups or as an individual and will be paired with others to make a group of four.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Sensational Saturdays

Join us to enjoy a variety of "Summer Fun" themed sensory exploration activities! Make fairy soup in the water table, dig for treasures in kinetic sand, paint with beach balls, and more!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Rainforest Escape Room: 11am Session

Adventure Awaits you in this immersive Rainforest Escape Room. You'll  race against the clock to solve the mystery and break free! You may register in smaller groups or as an individual and will be paired with others to make a group of four.

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

Patio Play!

Ages 5 and under.Visit our outdoor patio any time between 9:30 and 11:00 AM to play with our water table, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles.

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

Cupcake Wars

Bring your team of 2 or 3 or come on your own to participate in a cupcake decorating challenge at the Barney Library! Decorate your cupcakes based on 3 separate challenges! Will your cupcake win the round? Win or lose, everyone goes home with cupcakes!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Infant Massage with Uconn Health Parents as Teachers

Learn Infant Massage This Summer! The Barney Library 71 Main St., Farmington, CT 06032 Wednesday mornings 10:00-11:30am July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, & August 6, 2025 Infant Massage is a magical way to learn baby cues, bond, stimulate, and promote infant developmen......More

Learn Infant Massage This Summer! The Barney Library 71 Main St., Farmington, CT 06032 Wednesday mornings 10:00-11:30am July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, & August 6, 2025 Infant Massage is a magical way to learn baby cues, bond, stimulate, and promote infant development. Please join us for this free, five-session course from UConn Health Parenting and the Barney Library. This course is for infants between 6 weeks and 6 months of age! For questions, please contact facilitator Terri Ayala, BS, CEIM, IMH-E Ž at 860-679-3779 TAyala@uchc.edu Register at:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/IMBarneyJuly2025

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Crafternoon @ the Barney

Drop in for this freestyle craft afternoon--no instructions, no project. Join us in the Hoppin Gallery where we'll have available a variety of supplies. Bring a project you're already working on, or just let the creative juices flow. Will you sketch, paint, weave, journ......More

Drop in for this freestyle craft afternoon--no instructions, no project. Join us in the Hoppin Gallery where we'll have available a variety of supplies. Bring a project you're already working on, or just let the creative juices flow. Will you sketch, paint, weave, journal?  The possibilities are endless!

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

JESTER JIM

This is not your ordinary juggling show! With a trunk full of props and a looping machine, Jester Jim makes kids and adults alike laugh out loud as he performs his amazing beatbox intro and wild juggling and balance antics.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

FAMILY LEGO LAB @ THE BARNEY

Families sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime together! Work as a family to create amazing LEGO creations that come to life. Please note this is a computer based coding program and plan on working on it wit......More

Families sign up to join us at the Barney Library to learn basic engineering and coding with Lego SPIKE Prime together! Work as a family to create amazing LEGO creations that come to life. Please note this is a computer based coding program and plan on working on it with your child. Space is limited, registration is required.Please arrive within 15 minutes of the start of the program or your spot will be offered to the wait list.

71 Main St, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Create Your Own Jungle Rainstick!

Come make your own rain stick and then use it to play along to some fun jungle tunes!

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US

Composting Lecture: presented by Blue Earth Composting

Sam King from Blue Earth Compost will give a presentation on how food waste is negatively impacting our communities, environment, and economy. You may not know it, but 40% of the food grown in the United States never ends up being eaten. King will review the scale of th......More

Sam King from Blue Earth Compost will give a presentation on how food waste is negatively impacting our communities, environment, and economy. You may not know it, but 40% of the food grown in the United States never ends up being eaten. King will review the scale of the issue and what can be done at the individual and local level.

6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032, US