Author Talk: Judy Mandel
In-Person. As the opioid crisis rages and an avalanche of people struggle with substance use disorder (SUD), their families look for ways to help them—to save them. The new book by New York Times bestselling author Judy L. Mandel, White Flag, is the story of one journey that will change the way you look at addiction and SUD. Her quest to understand the complexities of addiction, and how generational trauma reverberated through her family to her niece, can be a roadmap for someone trying to understand SUD in their own family. Tuesday, 11/29 at 6:30PM.
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A Beginner's Guide to Podcasting at
Studio 20
Have you ever wanted to start a podcast? Attend a workshop where you can learn every step of the process from conceptualization to recording, from post-production to publishing. All equipment will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. The workshop will be hosted by filmmaker, musician, and podcaster Benson Thai. Saturday, 12/3 at 11AM.
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Teen Book Tree Art
6th to 12th Grade. Join us to make this tree art out of books! Saturday, 12/3 at 10:30AM.
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The Kindness Project
Our 6th Annual Kindness Project is back! In the spirit of kindness toward others, the West Hartford Public Library will help those in need by collecting donations to help the community. We are proud to donate to The West Hartford Food Pantry and Fern Street Universalist Backpack Program. Drop off at any West Hartford Public Library location through December 16, 2022.
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Faxon Tween Den
Grades 5-7. Calling all tweens! The Faxon Meeting Room is the place to hang out after school for chess, art cart, beads, and board games. Wednesdays, 11/23 & 11/30.
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Nutcracker Ballet
Family. The CT Concert Ballet performs selections from The Nutcracker with dancers in full costumes to be held at the Town Hall Auditorium. Monday, 11/28 at 6:30PM.
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Babytime
Ages newborn-12 months. Informal gathering for conversation and play on Tuesday, 11/29 at 11AM.
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My Music Room
Family. Join Michele Urban for an interactive, musical experience about making friends and having empathy, inclusion and acceptance. Families with young children are invited to sing, dance, learn, and play rhythm instruments and use props to experience a wonderful time together. Monday, 12/12 at Faxon at 10:30AM.
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Tween Gingerbread Houses
Grades 5-7. Tasty and beautiful, let's make a gingerbread house! On Tuesday, 12/13 at 6PM at Bishops Corner and Wednesday, 12/14 at 3PM at Faxon. Registration required.
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Hibernation
Ages 2-5. Bring along your favorite stuffed animal for a special hibernation storytime with stories, songs and rhymes! At Faxon on Tuesday, 12/20 at 10:30AM.
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Closed For Thanksgiving
The West Hartford Public Library will be closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, 11/24 and will be closing at 4:30PM on Wednesday, 11/23. Our website is always available 24/7 at www.westhartfordlibrary.org.
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Upcoming Adult Programs
- New Yorker Discussion Group - Friday, 11/25 at 11AM
- Author Talk: Judy Mandel - Tuesday, 11/29 at 6:30PM
- Connecticut Screenwriters - Wednesday, 11/30 at 6PM
- Shakespeare Book Club - Monday, 12/5 at 6:30PM
- Night Owls Book Group - Tuesday, 12/6 at 7PM
- Author Talk: Greg Dillon and the Thin Blue Lie - Wednesday, 12/7 at 6:30PM
- West Hartford Fiction Writers - Thursday, 12/8 at 7PM
- Fiber Arts Book Club - Tuesday, 12/13 at 1PM
- The Beatles: From Liverpool to Abbey Road - Wednesday, 12/14 at 6:30PM
- Cookbook Club - Monday, 12/19 at 6:15PM
- The Atlantic Magazine Discussion - Tuesday, 12/20 at 7PM
- Seen and Unseen: Technology and the Fight for Racial Justice - Wednesday, 12/21 at 6:30PM
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Upcoming Children Programs
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eBooks and eAudiobooks
Use your West Hartford library card to borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks to your computer or device through Hoopla and Overdrive/Libby. Click HERE for access.
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Streaming Services
You can stream hundreds of movies and TV shows with your library card through Hoopla, Kanopy, and Overdrive/Libby. Click HERE for access.
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Online Classes
West Hartford Public Library partners with Universal Class, Learning Express, Transparent Language, and Great Courses to offer thousands of classes on a variety of subjects. Click HERE to start learning from the comfort of your own home.
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