There will be no Rockin' Raccoons Mon. 10/7. This story time will return on Mon. 10/21. The Library will be closed on Mon. 10/14 in observance of the holiday.     Join us Mondays in Fall for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance […]

Homeschoolers ages 9-12 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Intermediate Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each library will alternate months hosting the discussion. Children are responsible for obtaining their own copies of the book featured each month; please contact the host library for help obtaining […]

Homeschoolers ages 7-9 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Elementary Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each library will alternate months hosting the discussion. Children are responsible for obtaining their own copies of the book featured each month; please contact the host library for help obtaining […]

Join us for 8 weeks of fun activities designed to strengthen your child’s math skills!  Crazy 8s is the nation’s largest recreational after-school math club for kids in grades K-5. Monday afternoons from 4:30 – 5:30 in the Storytime Room (second floor). We will meet weekly from September 16th through November 18th. Space is limited!  […]

Join us for a community celebration of Diwali! We will share a short explanation of Diwali, then enjoy two group and four solo dances. Refreshments will be served at the end!   Our solo dancers are: Dolly Arya - A homemaker, professional dancer, and a lovely mother from Gwalior, India. Raksha Gupta - An educator, […]

Create leaf-themed art using ink & watercolor!  We will use fine point drawing pens and watercolor brush pens to create beautiful leaf art.  You can choose to draw your own […]

Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00  Wednesdays October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November 13, 27 December […]

The library is full of many, many books! However, almost none of them are miniature-sized! Join us this month to create your own teeny-tiny books! Our friends in Grades 4-6 will have a chance to make mini books! When?: Wednesday November 6 from 4:30-5:30 PM Where?: The Art Studio on the 2nd Floor What?: An […]

Baby and Me Thursdays 11:00 to 11:30 Books, rhymes, songs, baby sign language and bubbles! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required September 5, 12, 19, 26 October 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14 December 12, 19

Thursday Evenings at 6:00 p.m. on the Children’s Department Main Floor! For Children age 6 and under with a caregiver. Join Ms. Jaimee at the piano to sing bedtime songs and listen to stories with your favorite stuffed animal! November 7, 14, 21 December 5, 12, 19 December 19th will be holiday-themed with special songs […]

An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver.  Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, enjoy ukulele songs, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first […]

November SEED: Capoeira Explorers: Dance, Play, and Discover Saturday November 9, 2:00-3:00 PM What is CAPOEIRA? Capoeira is a unique Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics. . This workshop focuses on active learning, ensuring an exciting experience for all. This program is best for kids in K-4. Please sign […]