Painting with Ty @ YOUmedia
Join Ty to explore timeless artistic techniques through hands-on projects focused on traditional painting and classic craft methods.
Classes & Workshops in Westport, CT
Learn something new in Westport, CT. Art classes, cooking workshops, fitness programs, and educational events.
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Glow Jewelry Lab
Join us for a hands-on UV resin jewelry workshop where creativity meets shine! You’ll design and create your own custom jewelry pieces that harden instantly under UV light. Registration Required - Sign up today! Location : Ropkins Library - 1750 Main Street Audience : Adults (860) 695-7520 If...
Thursday Night Book Club: Broken Country
Come talk books with other bibliophiles! This book group will meet on the fourth Thursday of the month. Limited copies of the current selection will be available at the Lending Desk. Registration is not required. This month we will be reading "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall. Beth and her...
Readers & Writers for Homeschooled Teens
Readers and writers unite! Join us for this creative writing/book club combo. We'll share our favorite books, chat about our latest writings, and get those creative juices flowing with fun activities. Students in grades 6-12 are invited to participate. Registration required.
Creative Writing Workshop w/Tenaya
As part of our NEA Big Read programming centered on Bite by Bite by Aimee Nezhukumatathil, join us at your local Hartford Public Library branch for a creative writing workshop exploring environmental and food justice. Inspired by the book’s reflections on nature, memory, and the meaning we...
Garden Peace Club
Sit in the library garden, listen to the gentle waterfalls, breathe in stillness and create mindful art.
Experiment with Watercolor
Dive into the fluid and often wonderfully unruly world of watercolor in this hands-on introductory workshop. Participants will learn techniques to discover the unique balance between artistic control and watery spontaneity. No prior experience is required—just bring your curiosity and a willingness.
'Big Read' Creative Writing Workshop w/Tenaya
As part of our NEA Big Read programming centered on Bite by Bite by Aimee Nezhukumatathil, join us at your local Hartford Public Library branch for a creative writing workshop exploring environmental and food justice. Inspired by the book’s reflections on nature, memory, and the meaning we...
Reverse Coloring
Reverse coloring is a therapeutic art technique where you draw on pre-painted pages using a black pen. It helps increase focus and replace negative thoughts with positive ones. We'll start by making soothing unfinished watercolor designs. While they are drying we'll start drawing on some pre-made...
Teen Scene Craft
Teens are welcome to come to the library to make a cool craft or do a fun activity!
GED Info Session
Question and answer session about GED prep and GED testing. No registration required; just stop by!
Grow Your Gut Health
Fresh Herbs for Everyday Wellness Plant your own herb garden at Ropkins Library. Learn simple gut health tips from Hartford HealthCare Dietitian Joshua Spieker, RD, CDCES. Take home your own planter with herbs like mint and basil. Spots are limited—register today to reserve your place!...
Teen: Creative Writing Workshop
Calling all teen writers! Join Glastonbury Poet Laureate and master teacher Victoria Nordlund for an exciting writing workshop. Whether you love poetry, short stories, or exploring new genres, this group is for you. This workshop will focus on topics and styles based on YOUR interests. Bring your...
GED Learning Circles
Instructor-led small group study support toward the Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Language Arts GED subject tests, utilizing GED prep software provided by the Library.
Romance Book Club
For the month of May, we will be reading and discussing From Lukov With Love by Mariana Zapata. If someone were to ask Jasmine Santos to describe the last few years of her life with a single word, it would definitely be a four-letter one. After seventeen years of figure skating - and countless...
Holiday Art
Holiday Art is a creative program where participants explore seasonal and cultural holidays through arts and crafts.
National Sleepover Day Movie Night
It’s back! Spend a chill afternoon with a movie, nail art, and a pillowcase craft you can take home. Snacks and good vibes included!
Easy Moves, Stronger You
Join us at Ropkins Library for a weekly adult exercise class. This class uses guided online video instruction. Exercises will begin at a slow and easy pace. Movements will gradually build to more advanced options over time. Participants are encouraged to work at their own pace and at a level of...
GED Prep Placement Testing
Info session and placement testing in math and reading for adult students interested in receiving study support toward the GED
Low-Key Creations
Low-Key Creations is a relaxed art space where you can relax to some calming music and creative calming projects.
Senior Center Book Discussion: First Family: Abigail & John Adams
Please join us as Michael Bellacosa leads a discussion of Joseph Ellis’s First Family: Abigail & John Adams. Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Ellis (e.g. Founding Brothers) recounts the story of one of the most iconic husband-wife teams in all of American history. Both prolific letter writers,...
Altoona Curve at Hartford Yard Goats
MiLB Double-A: Altoona Curve at Hartford Yard Goats at Dunkin' Park
Play Pals
Come play with us at the Library! Join us each week to connect with other families and explore the power of play. A variety of toys will be out for free play including building materials, crafts, sensory toys and imaginative play. The activities we have planned are aimed at children age 1-5,...
C & C: Conversation and Camaraderie
Conversation and Camaraderie (C&C) is a men's group that has been meeting successfully in Avon for the past two years. Meetings are informal discussions, led by facilitators whose goal is to maintain a safe, welcoming, non-confrontational, and engaging environment for all, where everyone's voice...
Everyday Tech
Join Everyday Tech for one-on-one assistance with a librarian to master your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Se ofrece ayuda individualizada en inglés y español.
STEM Explorers : Hands-On Science at the Library
Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us to dive into science, technology, and engineering, with hands-on activities! Experience a different fun-filled STEM adventure designed especially for curious kids each time. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a big...
HYBRID - Spanish Conversation Group
Did you take Spanish in high school and want to refresh your language skills? Our lively group meets weekly to speak Spanish and discuss various language customs. New members are always welcome in-person or virtually. Please register for Zoom link.
Registration Opens: Summer 2026 Teen Volunteering
Registration for all summer volunteer opportunities opens on Tuesday, May 26th at 7:00pm. This includes volunteering at our annual Summer Reading Fest on Saturday, June 20th. All summertime volunteer programs are tagged with *VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY* in the event title. Volunteer spots at these...
Calm Under Pressure: Simple Tools to Support Your Nervous System
Please join us in the Rimer Room for Jacqueline Jackson's talk, Calm Under Pressure: Simple Tools to Support Your Nervous System--A practical wellness program for everyday stress and resilience. Inspired by her book Holistic Trauma Healing: Strategies to Integrate the Body, Mind & Spirit, Jackie...
Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential (Online)
What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief. Grounded in neuroscience, psychology, and unforgettable case studies, Eyal introduces the Three Powers of Belief:...
HYBRID- Parenting Book Group
Looking to read more parenting books and want someone to talk to about it? We've got you covered! Join us for our new Parenting Book Club group that will meet on the third Thursday of the month. You can come in person or via zoom! Each month we will discuss a different book. This month we will be..
Life Skills Through Literacy
Life Skills through Literacy is a free after-school literacy program for 6th- 8th grade Hartford Public School student, led by Hartford Health Initiative (HHI).
Mother Goose on the Loose
Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.
Alphabet Playtime
Join us for hands on letter play in the Activity Room! Drop in with your child to interact with a variety of multi-sensory alphabet activities promoting early literacy. No registration required. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library. To get all of the Youth & Family...
Terrific Tales for Tots
Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
Fables & Frolic
Join us for stories, songs, friends, and free play. Drop-in, no registration required. Recommended for children ages 0-5, siblings welcome. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library. To get all of the Youth & Family Learning department events right into your inbox every other...
Bouncing Babies
Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No...
Paint it Up!
Come join us for a fun and relaxing evening. We'll supply the canvas, paints, brushes and a collection of masterpieces to copy and inspire you. No art experience required. Just a desire to pick up a brush, have fun and let your inner self out! For adults, ages 18+. Space limited. Registration...
Chess Club
Love chess or just want to learn? All ages and abilities are welcome at our new Russell Library Chess Club. Drop-in, no registration required. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library. To get all of the Youth & Family Learning department events right into your inbox every...
Middle School Murder Mystery Party: Murder at the Pizzeria!
Spaghetti sauce or blood? Saucy pizza wheel or murder weapon?? Join us for another epic Murder Mystery Party as we travel to Bella Morte's Pizzeria and investigate the death of Karl Ickbread . . . We'll have pizza and give out awards for things like best actor, most likely to eat a whole pizza pie,.
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