Simsbury Public Library

Conversation and Camaraderie (C&amp;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 can be heard. This is not a therapy session or a twelve step group. What it IS, though, is an opportunity for older men from varied backgrounds and life experiences to connect and communicate with others.
Topics, chosen in advance, are intended to open discussions for the group to share life lessons, memories, and laughter. Sample topics, some thoughtful, some silly and some just fun include:
<ul><li>What was a lasting memory from school?</li><li>Who was most influential in shaping you?</li><li>Who was your favorite star in old TV Westerns?</li><li>What is one mistake that taught you a lesson?</li></ul>
Please consider joining to makes new acquaintances and share.

Local Event: C & C: Conversation and Camaraderie

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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...

Catch a matinee at the library every week for our Summer Matinee Series! This week, catch Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale&nbsp; (2025), popcorn included. &nbsp;You may also bring your own snacks and closed top refreshments.&nbsp;
Synopsis: When Mary finds herself in a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.

Local Event: Summer Matinee: Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

Summer Matinee: Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

Catch a matinee at the library every week for our Summer Matinee Series! This week, catch Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale ...

Join Library Staff for a 3D Printing workshop! Limited to adults and teens 13+ years of age (teens must be registered for the class with a parent/caregiver.)
Our staff will teach you some basic functions in the Bambu Labs 3D printing software, so that you will be able to print your project on your own in the makerspace at a later time. Staff will perform a demonstration on the Bambu Printers during the workshop.
Space is limited for this class, registration required.
Anyone taking the class will need to&nbsp;fill out an&nbsp;Innovators’ Workshop Liability Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement.&nbsp; You can fill out the forms before training by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simsburylibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IW-Liability-Waiver-and-Hold-Harmless-Agreement-September-2022.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">downloading here</a>,&nbsp;or arrive early to fill out the paperwork at the start of training in the makerspace.
Interested teens can also be trained with an accompanying parent. Children under 18 must have a signed Innovators’ Workshop Minor Liability Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement that can be&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simsburylibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Minor-IW-Liability-Waiver-and-Hold-Harmless-Agreement-2022.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">found here</a>.&nbsp;

Local Event: 3D Printing Workshop in the Technology Learning Center

3D Printing Workshop in the Technology Learning...

Join Library Staff for a 3D Printing workshop! Limited to adults and teens 13+ years of age (teens must be registered for the...

3D Printing Workshop in the Technology Learning Center

Our new Morning Knitting Group is a welcoming space for knitters of all levels to gather, share ideas, and enjoy the art of knitting together. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, you'll find support, inspiration, and friendly conversation as we work on projects and explore new techniques. Bring your own supplies and join us for a relaxing, creative time!

Local Event: Morning Knitting Group

Morning Knitting Group

Our new Morning Knitting Group is a welcoming space for knitters of all levels to gather, share ideas, and enjoy the art of...

Join us for an enjoyable evening with the French Conversation group. This group provides a welcoming atmosphere for speakers of French to practice their speaking skills, mostly with open conversation and sometimes with set themes.&nbsp; Meet and get to know other French speakers. Share your experiences and other topics of interest. Please note, this is NOT a language class but a group for fluent French speakers.&nbsp;All are welcome to attend. Questions? Contact&nbsp;Juliana,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:frenchhelptoday@gmail.com">frenchhelptoday@gmail.com</a>

Local Event: French Conversation Group

French Conversation Group

Join us for an enjoyable evening with the French Conversation group. This group provides a welcoming atmosphere for speakers of...

Looking for a space to play Magic the Gathering? Or are you a new player looking to try it out? Come to the library to battle fellow Magic enthusiasts! Every month will feature a different discussion theme or playstyle before time for free play.&nbsp;
This month's discussion: Show and Tell: your favorite Magic card&nbsp;
All skill levels and play styles welcome. The library will have a limited number of &nbsp;60 card decks available to use during the meet up!&nbsp;

Local Event: Magic the Gathering Meetup

Magic the Gathering Meetup

Looking for a space to play Magic the Gathering? Or are you a new player looking to try it out? Come to the library to battle...

Enjoy a relaxing morning yoga session with Yoga Teacher and Health Coach, Elise Cusimano. This class is tailored to all levels and all are welcome. Please complete the attached liability waiver prior to your first session and bring to class. Waivers will also be available in-person. Please bring your own yoga mat, or towel, for class. We will be practicing indoors in a carpeted room.&nbsp;

Local Event: Summer Morning Yoga

Summer Morning Yoga

Enjoy a relaxing morning yoga session with Yoga Teacher and Health Coach, Elise Cusimano. This class is tailored to all levels...

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.&nbsp;
Please register for Zoom link.

Local Event: HYBRID - Spanish Conversation Group

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...

Join Inspired Hands in a monthly community group for hand embroidery!
Any hand work is welcome, as well as all skill levels, to gather, share ideas, and enjoy hand embroidery and other hand work together.&nbsp;
Whether you're a beginner or experienced, you'll find community, support, and inspiration with your projects. Bring your own supplies and join the group for creativity and community!

Local Event: Inspired Hands Embroidery

Inspired Hands Embroidery

Join Inspired Hands in a monthly community group for hand embroidery!
Any hand work is welcome, as well as all skill levels, to...

Are you a parent or caregiver of a child with disabilities? Consider the Parenting Disability Support Group - a safe and supportive space for those who are raising children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Come together in community with other caregivers with similar life experiences to help inform, empower, and inspire. Hybrid meetings - come in-person or via Zoom. Organized by Simsbury Aging &amp; Disability Commission. Questions? Please email <a href="mailto:ParentingDisabilityGroup@gmail.com">ParentingDisabilityGroup@gmail.com</a>.
Sponsored by the Simsbury Aging &amp; Disability Commission.

Local Event: HYBRID - Parenting Disability Support Group

HYBRID - Parenting Disability Support Group

Are you a parent or caregiver of a child with disabilities? Consider the Parenting Disability Support Group - a safe and...

<h6>Registration Opens 7/10/2026!</h6>
Join Maker-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, to learn the Cricut Design Space software in the Technology Learning Center and you'll learn how to make your own Mugs &amp; Coasters.&nbsp;
Ava will teach you some basic and intermediate Cricut functions with an in-depth look at the Cricut Design Space software and you will learn to design and make your own mugs and coasters. Ava will be demonstrating how to create and use different techniques. There will not be time to make your own projects in class, but you will have the skills to create them in the makerspace at a later time!&nbsp;
Space is limited for this class, but look for more classes throughout the year.
Anyone taking the class will need to&nbsp;fill out an&nbsp;Innovators’ Workshop Liability Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement.&nbsp; You can fill out the forms before training by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simsburylibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IW-Liability-Waiver-and-Hold-Harmless-Agreement-September-2022.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">downloading here</a>,&nbsp;or arrive early to fill out the paperwork at the start of training in the makerspace.
This workshop is only for Adults and the class will mostly focus on the Cricut Design Space Software.

Local Event: Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Mugs and Coasters Demo in the TLC

Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Mugs and...

Registration Opens 7/10/2026!
Join Maker-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, to learn the Cricut Design Space software in the...

Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Mugs and Coasters Demo in the TLC

Drop-in to the Innovators' Workshop to get an overview of the Cricut Maker with Ava Rodrigues, Maker-in-Residence!
Ava will give demonstrations using the Cricut Maker. She will demonstrate how a design is created in the software and will show some projects that are possible with our Cricut equipment.
This class is first-come, first-served, so there may be wait times for equipment and training with Ava.
Anyone participating in the demonstration will need to&nbsp;fill out an&nbsp;Innovators’ Workshop Liability Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement.&nbsp; You can fill out the forms before the demonstration by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simsburylibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IW-Liability-Waiver-and-Hold-Harmless-Agreement-September-2022.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">downloading here</a>,&nbsp;or arrive early to fill out the paperwork.

Local Event: Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Drop-In Instruction

Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Drop-In Instruction

Drop-in to the Innovators' Workshop to get an overview of the Cricut Maker with Ava Rodrigues, Maker-in-Residence!
Ava will...

Catch a matinee at the library every week for our Summer Matinee Series! This week, catch Anaconda (2025), popcorn included. &nbsp;You may also bring your own snacks and closed top refreshments.&nbsp;
Synopsis: A group of friends are going through a mid-life crisis. They decide to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter unexpected events when they enter the jungle.

Local Event: Summer Matinee: Anaconda

Summer Matinee: Anaconda

Catch a matinee at the library every week for our Summer Matinee Series! This week, catch Anaconda (2025), popcorn included....

Join us as Kinetic Ukes play through American roots and popular music favorites. An open mic for ukulele players (including baritone ukes) has also been added! All playing abilities are welcome so come share what you have been working on! Registration is required to receive the song book for the play along from Kinetic Ukes. The song book will also be posted on the <a href="https://www.kineticukes.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Kinetic Ukes website</a> the day before the Uke Hoot for those who register last minute.&nbsp;
Kinetic Ukes is a community of local ukulele players working to provide opportunities for ukulele players at all levels to experience the joy of making music and learning together.

Local Event: Uke Hoot

Uke Hoot

Join us as Kinetic Ukes play through American roots and popular music favorites. An open mic for ukulele players (including...

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Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection. Her book, Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make–And Keep–Friends, explores the science of different attachment styles and how they impact our relationships–often in ways we don’t realize!
How do we make and keep friends in an era of distraction, burnout, and chaos, especially in a society that often prizes romantic love at the expense of other relationships? In Platonic, Dr. Marisa G. Franco unpacks the latest, often counterintuitive findings about the bonds between us—for example, why your friends aren’t texting you back (it’s not because they hate you!), and the myth of “friendships happening organically” (making friends, like cultivating any relationship, requires effort!). As Dr. Franco explains, to make and keep friends you must understand your attachment style—secure, anxious, or avoidant: it is the key to unlocking what’s working (and what’s failing) in your friendships.
Making new friends, and deepening longstanding relationships, is possible at any age—in fact, it’s essential. The good news: there are specific, research-based ways to improve the number and quality of your connections using the insights of attachment theory and the latest scientific research on friendship. Platonic provides a clear and actionable blueprint for forging strong, lasting connections with others—and for becoming our happiest, most fulfilled selves in the process.
Register today to learn more about how to harness the science of human connection to create cultures of belonging.&nbsp;
<a href="https://libraryc.org/simsburylibrary/178127" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please click here to register and ask the author questions.</a>

Local Event: VIRTUAL - Psychologist, Professor, and New York Times Bestselling Author

VIRTUAL - Psychologist, Professor, and New York...

Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human...

VIRTUAL - Psychologist, Professor, and New York Times Bestselling Author

Join Tim Baker, CFA, Founder &amp; CEO of Metric Financial, for our monthly investment group.&nbsp;
We will meet in-person on the last Tuesday of every month to discuss investment topics. The specific topic for that month's meeting will be listed here when we have that information.
We encourage you to attend every month, but you do not need to in order to attend.

Local Event: Monthly Investment Club with Tim Baker, CFA of Metric Financial

Monthly Investment Club with Tim Baker, CFA of...

Join Tim Baker, CFA, Founder & CEO of Metric Financial, for our monthly investment group. 
We will meet in-person on the last...

Monthly Investment Club with Tim Baker, CFA of Metric Financial

Gather On Hopmeadow

<h6>Registration Opens 6/30/2026!</h6>
Join Kirsten Hocker at Gather on Hopmeadow for a Cartooning Workshop with Robin Towle-Fecso, illustrator and artist. You will learn how to draw a Cartoon YOU!
Gather on Hopmeadow and the Simsbury Library are partnering every few months for Meet the Maker events at their spot on Hopmeadow Street.&nbsp;
All materials and supplies will be provided.&nbsp;
There is a $5 materials fee (cash-only) for this class. Please bring this with you on the night of workshop.

Local Event: Meet the Maker with Robin Towle-Fecso, illustrator and artist, at Gather on Hopmeadow!

Meet the Maker with Robin Towle-Fecso,...

Registration Opens 6/30/2026!
Join Kirsten Hocker at Gather on Hopmeadow for a Cartooning Workshop with Robin Towle-Fecso,...

Meet the Maker with Robin Towle-Fecso, illustrator and artist, at Gather on Hopmeadow!

<h6>Registration Open 07/16/2026!</h6>
Join&nbsp;Maker-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, for a Cricut Mug class!
Ava will teach you some basic and intermediate Cricut functions and you will walk away from class with a mug if your own! You will create one or more designs in the software, then learn how to use the Cricut Maker and tools.
Please bring your favorite notebook to take notes&nbsp;or we will have paper and pens for you to use to have a reference to remember your skills!
Space is limited for this class and is for Adults 18+. Please do not attend if you are not registered.
Anyone taking the class will need to&nbsp;fill out an&nbsp;Innovators’ Workshop Liability Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement.&nbsp; You can fill out the forms before training by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simsburylibrary.info/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/IW-Liability-Waiver-and-Hold-Harmless-Agreement-2021.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">downloading here</a>,&nbsp;or arrive early to fill out the paperwork at the start of training in the makerspace.

Local Event: Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Mug Class

Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Mug Class

Registration Open 07/16/2026!
Join Maker-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, for a Cricut Mug class!
Ava will teach you some basic and...

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Canton

Avon

Jay Kenney

Granby-East Granby

Windsor

West Hartford

Farmington

Greater Hartford

Suffield

Windsor Locks-East Windsor

South Windsor

Avon Middle School

Five days. Real skills. One unforgettable week.Ages 7 to 10: 9:30 to 11:30 am 
Ages 11 to 14: 1:00 to 3:00 pm 
Monday to Friday, July 27 to 31, 2026 
Avon Middle School, Avon CT
Students dive into the craft of acting with <a href="https://www.joinperformingarts.org/ourstory" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Michael Lamb</a>, founder of Performing Arts Programs, who has been teaching in the Farmington Valley since 1997. Over five half-days, participants explore scene work, improvisation, character development, voice, and movement in a supportive, encouraging environment. The week ends with a performance share for families.
No experience required. Beginners and experienced performers are both welcome.
Open to families from surrounding towns. Non-resident registration is available.
Learn more at <a href="https://www.joinperformingarts.org/summer-programs" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">joinperformingarts.org/summer-programs.</a> Registration is through Avon Recreation and Parks at <a href="https://avonct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29566" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">avonct.myrec.com</a>.

Local Event: Acting Summer Workshop with Performing Arts Programs

Acting Summer Workshop with Performing Arts...

Five days. Real skills. One unforgettable week.Ages 7 to 10: 9:30 to 11:30 am 
Ages 11 to 14: 1:00 to 3:00 pm 
Monday to...

Acting Summer Workshop with Performing Arts Programs

West Hartford Meeting & Conference

West Hartford AI hosts its first meetup — a casual evening for anyone in the area who's curious about AI, whether for work, everyday life, or just out of curiosity.
It's a relaxed get-together, not a class. Come meet other people around town who are into this, and catch a short showcase (around 6:45) of what a few local folks are actually building with AI. All levels welcome, no experience needed. Down the road we'll be running hands-on workshops for anyone who wants to go deeper.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 6:00–8:30 PM at the West Hartford Conference Center (Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT 06107). Tickets are $10 at westhartfordai.com.

Local Event: West Hartford AI: Community Meetup

West Hartford AI: Community Meetup

West Hartford AI hosts its first meetup — a casual evening for anyone in the area who's curious about AI, whether for work,...

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Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Summer Matinee: Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

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Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

3D Printing Workshop in the Technology Learning Center

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Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Morning Knitting Group

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10:00 AM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

French Conversation Group

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6:00 PM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Magic the Gathering Meetup

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21

6:30 PM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Summer Morning Yoga

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22

9:30 AM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

HYBRID - Spanish Conversation Group

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22

10:00 AM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Inspired Hands Embroidery

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23

10:00 AM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

HYBRID - Parenting Disability Support Group

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23

7:00 PM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Mugs and Coasters Demo in the TLC

JUL

24

10:00 AM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Maker-in-Residence Ava: Cricut Drop-In Instruction

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24

12:00 PM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Summer Matinee: Anaconda

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24

1:00 PM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Uke Hoot

JUL

25

11:00 AM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Morning Knitting Group

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28

10:00 AM

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

VIRTUAL - Psychologist, Professor, and New York Times Bestselling Author