Holiday Art
Holiday Art is a creative program where participants explore seasonal and cultural holidays through arts and crafts.
Exhibits & Galleries in Westport, CT
Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Westport, CT. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.
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Tactile Graphic Design
From screen printing, to cyanotype, to stamping, to poster making, students will learn the various forms of creating graphics by hand. Ages 12-19
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
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...
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,...
Painting with Ty @ YOUmedia
Join Ty to explore timeless artistic techniques through hands-on projects focused on traditional painting and classic craft methods.
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...
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...
Pearson VUE Test Center testing
Testing in the West Middle Library's Pearson VUE Test Center. By registration in advance only.
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...
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).
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,.
Sketch Lab
Practice drawing techniques, strengthen artistic skills, and design original characters through creative sketching, line work, and visual storytelling. Ages 12-19
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.
Cozy Crafters Club
Bring your latest project and supplies and join us at the Cozy Crafters Club! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, quilt, needlefelt, make jewelry, or simply enjoy coloring, this welcoming group is the perfect spot to relax, share ideas, and connect with other creative spirits. Crafts should be...
Teen Scene Craft
Teens are welcome to come to the library to make a cool craft or do a fun activity!
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.
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...
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...
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..
Bedtime Stories
For families with kids ages 5 & underNo registration neededPut on your P.J.’s, grab your teddy bear, and settle down for a half-hour of stories, songs and rhymes.
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...
3D101
Learn the basics of 3D printing, including where to find free models, how to make your own, and how to make your ideas real! Ages 12-19
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...
Chubby Bunny
Play as many rounds of Chubby Bunny as you can with real jumbo marshmallows. Highest scorer at 4:45pm will win the prize!
Creative Corner
A hands-on art space where creativity takes the lead through open-ended projects, artistic exploration, and self-expression. Ages 12-19
Celebrating the Heritage of Asian American and Pacific Islanders through Food!
Come join us in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a community lecture and live cooking demonstration and sampling from Connecticut-based Food For Your Soul, LLC! With 20+ years of food industry experience, Chef Erika operates Food For Your Soul, LLC, a...
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...
Needlework Crafts Group (Drop-In)
Weekly drop-in for Needlework Crafters. All welcome whether you knit, crochet, needlepoint, embroider or do any other needlework by hand. Make new friends, get tips and share ideas while working on your own projects, or a group project for donation to a charitable cause. Bring your own...
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...
ALL MONTH LONG - Horses Scavenger Hunt
All Ages May is the Kentucky Derby so we thought it would be fun to have some horses running around the department! Can you find all 10 horses in the Children’s Department?
K-Pop Club: Celebrating AAPI Month with Korean Culture
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a special K-Pop Club event focused on South Korean culture. Learn a quick K-Pop routine, practice basic Korean phrases, and sample Korean snacks!
SMART Recovery Support Group
A supportive, non-judgmental space for anyone looking to build healthier habits and address addictive or problematic behaviors, including challenges with substances, gambling, food, shopping, and more. Drop in; registration not required. Presented in cooperation with Glastonbury Youth and Family...
Next Steps for High School Seniors
Tutoring and college readiness support for immigrant teens
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.
Get Turned into a 3D Printed Cartoon!
Step into our digital workshop and watch yourself transform from real-world resident to a stylized, 3D-printed cartoon character. Using advanced technology and creative modeling software, we’ll help you capture your likeness in a fun, animated aesthetic. Participants will leave with a unique,...
Jewelry Shop
Students will create various types of jewelry from crystal wrapping, to braiding, and more.
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