Simsbury Public Library

Simsbury Public Library and Simsbury Yarns are teaming up to offer an introduction to knitting class series! &nbsp;
Jeanne Silag, the owner of Simsbury Yarns will be guiding you through the basics of knitting through a selection of beginner projects. Knitting needles and yarn will be supplied per project at either location to get you started! &nbsp;
This class series will have 2 sessions on Wednesday evenings at Simsbury Yarns (5/13 and 6/10.) &nbsp;You do not need to register for both classes, just this first class. Please plan to attend both classes. &nbsp;
If you have attended previous Intro to Knitting classes, please do not register for this series. Check out the NEW Intermediate Knitting Series <a href="https://simsbury.librarycalendar.com/event/intermediate-knitting-jeanne-silag-simsbury-yarns-3-class-series-85316" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.
We hope you can join us and fall in love with knitting!

Local Event: Intro to Knitting with Jeanne Silag at Simsbury Yarns - 2 Class Series

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Intro to Knitting with Jeanne Silag at Simsbury...

Simsbury Public Library and Simsbury Yarns are teaming up to offer an introduction to knitting class series!  
Jeanne Silag,...

Intro to Knitting with Jeanne Silag at Simsbury Yarns - 2 Class Series

Join us for this Virtual Book Chat about Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng. This book discussion is a collaboration with the Simsbury High School “Make Us Count” documentary project highlighting Asian American &amp; Pacific Islander experiences. Copies of the book are available digitally on Libby or physically at the Circulation Desk. All are welcome. Please register for Zoom link.&nbsp;
Synopsis: “Lydia is dead. But they don’t know this yet.” So begins this exquisite novel about a Chinese American family living in 1970s small-town Ohio. Lydia is the favorite child of Marilyn and James Lee, and her parents are determined that she will fulfill the dreams they were unable to pursue. But when Lydia’s body is found in the local lake, the delicate balancing act that has been keeping the Lee family together is destroyed, tumbling them into chaos. A profoundly moving story of family, secrets, and longing, Everything I Never Told You is both a gripping page-turner and a sensitive family portrait, uncovering the ways in which mothers and daughters, fathers and sons, and husbands and wives struggle, all their lives, to understand one another.
For more information on Celeste Ng, please visit <a href="https://www.prhspeakers.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.prhspeakers.com</a>.

Local Event: Virtual- Book Chat: Everything I Never Told You

Virtual- Book Chat: Everything I Never Told You

Join us for this Virtual Book Chat about Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng. This book discussion is a collaboration...

Join Kori Burkholder, Career Clarity &amp; Reinvention Coach, for this interactive session that is designed for professionals who are a year or two away from retirement and want to explore what gives them meaning beyond work — whether that’s volunteering, mentoring, or starting a passion project.&nbsp;
The workshop is interactive, reflective, and helps participants create a vision for their next chapter with purpose and confidence!

Local Event: Redefining What’s Next: Designing a Purposeful Life After Work with Kori Burkholder

Redefining What’s Next: Designing a Purposeful...

Join Kori Burkholder, Career Clarity & Reinvention Coach, for this interactive session that is designed for professionals who...

Redefining What’s Next: Designing a Purposeful Life After Work with Kori Burkholder

Are you considering retirement or recently retired? Join us for an informal discussion on the social aspects of retirement, making every day count, and getting the motivation to seize the day.

Local Event: Transitioning to Retirement

Transitioning to Retirement

Are you considering retirement or recently retired? Join us for an informal discussion on the social aspects of retirement,...

Do you have materials you don't need anymore? Donate your like new or gently used materials, books, curriculum etc. and/or come in to browse and take new materials home! Come in at any point during the event time- no need to stay the whole time.&nbsp;
If you have items to donate, you may donate items ahead of time whether you plan to attend or not. Please contact the information desk if you plan to donate before the event.&nbsp;
In partnership with the Bloomfield Public Library.&nbsp;

Local Event: Homeschool Club for Parents: Homeschool Materials Swap

Homeschool Club for Parents: Homeschool...

Do you have materials you don't need anymore? Donate your like new or gently used materials, books, curriculum etc. and/or come...

Homeschool Club for Parents: Homeschool Materials Swap

Calling all homeschooling parents and teens! Are you wondering what preparing for college might look like? Our presenter is Jess Odlum from ECMC The College Place, a non-profit college access center that provides FREE college and financial aid advice to families in Connecticut. She will have information about deadlines, application processes, scholarships, finding colleges and so much more! Bring all your questions!&nbsp;
In partnership with the Bloomfield Public Library.&nbsp;

Local Event: Homeschool Club for Parents: College Admissions 101

Homeschool Club for Parents: College Admissions...

Calling all homeschooling parents and teens! Are you wondering what preparing for college might look like? Our presenter is...

Homeschool Club for Parents: College Admissions 101

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway. All are welcome to attend. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.

Local Event: Adult Book Discussion Group

Adult Book Discussion Group

Join moderator Jackie Takiff for a lively discussion of this month's book, A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway. All are...

Come catch a Friday Matinee at the library! This week, catch&nbsp;Conclave (2024), popcorn included. You may also bring your own snacks and closed-top beverage.
Synopsis: Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake, secrets which could shake the foundations of the Church.

Local Event: Friday Matinee: Conclave

Friday Matinee: Conclave

Come catch a Friday Matinee at the library! This week, catch Conclave (2024), popcorn included. You may also bring your own...

Join us to learn about the Connecticut Honor Flight Program, a nonprofit dedicated to transporting our local veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor. As part of the national Honor Flight Network, this inspiring program celebrates the service and sacrifice of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam veterans. Come discover how our community can support these heroes and be part of this unforgettable journey of gratitude and recognition.
Why Attend?
<ul><li>Learn about the Honor Flight program — a free trip to D.C. for veterans</li><li>Understand how Honor Flight Connecticut operates and how to apply</li><li>Discover how veterans are honored, including send-off ceremonies and memorial visits</li><li>Learn about Guardians — volunteers who accompany veterans</li><li>Ask questions during the Q&amp;A session</li></ul>
Visit <a href="https://www.honorflightct.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.honorflightct.org</a> to learn more.
Coffee and light refreshments to follow.

Local Event: Simsbury Let's Talk: Honor Flight Connecticut

Simsbury Let's Talk: Honor Flight Connecticut

Join us to learn about the Connecticut Honor Flight Program, a nonprofit dedicated to transporting our local veterans to...

<h6>Registration Opens 4/23/2026!</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 Papercrafts. Limited to Adults 18+ years of age.
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 Papercrafts. 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 we will be adding 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.

Local Event: Maker-in-Residence Ava: In-Depth Cricut Design Space Class with Papercrafts

Maker-in-Residence Ava: In-Depth Cricut Design...

Registration Opens 4/23/2026!
Join Maker-in-Residence, Ava Rodrigues, to learn the Cricut Design Space software in the...

Maker-in-Residence Ava: In-Depth Cricut Design Space Class with Papercrafts

The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project (“KSCPP”) will present a lotus lantern craft class, which involves making a traditional Korean lotus lantern. A short presentation about the lotus &amp; lantern festival will be shown, followed by the lotus lantern craft.&nbsp;

Local Event: Lotus Lantern Class

Lotus Lantern Class

The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project (“KSCPP”) will present a lotus lantern craft class, which involves making a...

Drop-in to the Innovators' Workshop to get an overview of the Cricut Maker with Ava Rodrigues, Maker-in-Residence! For Adults and Teens 13+
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.
Interested teens can also join in during the demonstration with an accompanying parent or caregiver. 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>.

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! For Adults...

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.&nbsp;
This month: Theme TBA
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...

Simsbury Public Library and Simsbury Yarns are teaming up to offer another intermediate knitting class series! &nbsp;
Jeanne Silag, the owner of Simsbury Yarns will be guiding you through intermediate knitting techniques and projects. Knitting needles and yarn will be supplied per project to get you started! &nbsp;
This class series will have 3 sessions on Monday evenings at the Library (5/18, 6/15, and 7/20.) &nbsp;You do not need to register for all classes, just this first class. Please plan to attend all 3 classes. &nbsp;
This is an Intermediate Knitting class, please do not register if you are a beginning knitter.&nbsp;
We hope you can join us and fall more in love with knitting!

Local Event: Intermediate Knitting with Jeanne Silag from Simsbury Yarns - 3 Class Series

Intermediate Knitting with Jeanne Silag from...

Simsbury Public Library and Simsbury Yarns are teaming up to offer another intermediate knitting class series!  
Jeanne Silag,...

Intermediate Knitting with Jeanne Silag from Simsbury Yarns - 3 Class Series

Join our Monday Maker Club to work on personal or collaborative projects, get feedback from other makers, or try something new! This is an opportunity to bring your project ideas with you, connect with other creatives, and use the equipment in our Innovators' Workshop Makerspace! You will have access to 3D Printers, Laser cutters, the Cricut Suite of tools, Sewing machines, and Amlisha, our in house Makerspace expert!
To participate, you will need to register in advance and fill out our <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">Liability Waiver</a>. For the time being, you may register for multiple weeks, but may be asked to give others a chance if the group fills up over time. There will be a Waitlist and we will monitor registrations to ensure everyone gets a chance to participate.

Local Event: Monday Maker Club

Monday Maker Club

Join our Monday Maker Club to work on personal or collaborative projects, get feedback from other makers, or try something new!...

Audience members are transported to the Revolutionary era during George Baker’s one-hour portrayal of President John Adams. Wearing historically accurate clothing and performing songs from the period, Baker captures Adams’s sharp wit, principled leadership, and deep commitment to the American experiment. A lawyer by profession, Baker brings clarity and credibility to Adams’s ideas, drawing on performances delivered across the United States, including Presidential Libraries. The presentation blends history, music, and storytelling, making Adams feel immediate and human rather than distant and monumental. The program concludes with time for thoughtful audience questions and conversation.

Local Event: Meet John Adams: A Lively and Revolutionary Conversation with America's Second President

Meet John Adams: A Lively and Revolutionary...

Audience members are transported to the Revolutionary era during George Baker’s one-hour portrayal of President John Adams....

Meet John Adams: A Lively and Revolutionary Conversation with America's Second President

Simsbury Public Schools

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

Hop Meadow Country Club

Please join the Friends of the Simsbury Public Library for their 2026 Annual Author Luncheon! This sell-out event features a talk by an award-winning author, delicious lunch, and a beautiful spring setting at Hop Meadow Country Club. This year, we are excited to host New York Times bestselling author, Patti Callahan Henry, who will discuss her latest novel, The Story She Left Behind, an engaging, lyrical novel about a legendary book, a lost mother, and a daughter’s search for them both. Based on a real unsolved literary mystery.
This is a popular event with limited seating so get your reservations in early! Please RSVP before Thursday April 30th. For groups, please indicate on the reservation form with whom you'll be sitting or package your forms together. Seating cannot be guaranteed unless all attendees’ reservations &amp; payments are received by the deadline. Sorry no refunds!
<a href="https://www.simsburylibrary.info/friends-of-the-public-library-author-luncheon/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Reserve your seat by clicking here.&nbsp;</a>

Local Event: Friends' Annual Author Luncheon with Author Patti Callahan Henry

Friends' Annual Author Luncheon with Author...

Please join the Friends of the Simsbury Public Library for their 2026 Annual Author Luncheon! This sell-out event features a...

Friends' Annual Author Luncheon with Author Patti Callahan Henry

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.&nbsp;
Most of your limits aren’t physical. They’re psychological. In Beyond Belief, Nir Eyal reveals how the hidden assumptions you carry shape what you see, how you feel, and what you do—and how to replace them with beliefs that unlock your true potential.
Grounded in neuroscience, psychology, and unforgettable case studies, Eyal introduces the Three Powers of Belief: Attention, Anticipation, and Agency. Mastering these powers transforms how you see challenges, feel about the future, and act when it matters most.
<a href="https://libraryc.org/simsburylibrary/157228/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please click here to register.</a>

Local Event: VIRTUAL - Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal

VIRTUAL - Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your...

What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling...

VIRTUAL - Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal

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...

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We are proud to officially announce the opening of our NEW Sports Performance Center inside the International Skating Center of Connecticut, designed to bring even more fitness, training, and recovery opportunities to our community.
This new expansion features elevated strength and performance equipment, turf training space, personal training, group exercise access, and a brand-new recovery area including infrared sauna, medical-grade red light therapy, cryotherapy chair, hydro massage, and compression boots.
And let us say this clearly....this space is NOT just for athletes.
Whether your goal is strength, weight loss, recovery, longevity, mobility, or simply feeling better in your body, this space was built for everyone.
To celebrate, we are hosting an Open House from May 15–24 and inviting the entire community to come experience both gyms for FREE with a 2-week trial.
Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the new space, meet our trainers, explore recovery services, try group fitness classes, and see everything ISCC Fitness has to offer.
Whether you’re a longtime member, former member, or someone who has been thinking about joining, this is the perfect time to stop in and see what’s new.
No contracts. No pressure. Just an opportunity to experience a stronger, healthier community.
We look forward to welcoming you!
📍 International Skating Center of Connecticut Open House Dates: May 15–24 Free 2-Week Trial Available for All Guests
For more information, stop by the front desk or contact us directly.

Local Event: Sports Performance Center Opening-Exciting things are happening at ISCC Fitness!

Sports Performance Center Opening-Exciting...

We are proud to officially announce the opening of our NEW Sports Performance Center inside the International Skating Center of...

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