Harwinton Public Library

Ink & Watercolor Class
2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Harwinton Public Library, 80 Bentley Drive, Harwinton, CT, 06791, United States
Presenter Nancy Roman returns to lead this 2 hour Pen & Ink with Watercolor workshop. Learn the “Line & Wash” technique, popular in book illustrations, which combines a pen and ink drawing with a watercolor overlay. Participants will practice the technique first, then complete a window box portrait working from photo inspirations. This FREE program is open to ages 12 and up. No experience is needed and all supplies will be provided. Even if you’ve never considered yourself “artistic” you will be amazed at the beautiful results Nancy can help you produce. Space is limited. Please register.
Sponsored by the Harwinton Library Friends – Thank You!

Chess Club
2026-06-29 18:30 - 19:30
Join out weekly chess club. All ages are welcome.

Summer Storytimes (Tues.)
2026-06-30 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-07 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-14 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-21 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-28 10:00 - 10:30
Drop-in and have fun with Mrs. Molly this summer! Read a story, sing songs, and learn! Each session has its own theme and at the end there will be either a craft, scarf play, or yoga!
No registration needed. For ages 0-5.

Meditation
2026-07-01 15:30 - 16:30
Weekly meditation group. All are welcome

Summer Reading Kick-Off
2026-07-01 17:30 - 19:30
Happy 250th birthday U.S.A!!!
Come to our summer reading kick-off/birthday party!
All are welcome to drop-in between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to grab their summer reading bags and join in the fun! We will have crafts, ice cream, a scavenger hunt, and games on our front lawn! We are also having special guests from the Harwinton Historical Society bring some real artifacts that the kids can explore and touch, including a butter churn and an old clothes washing station.
No registration needed. For all ages!

Summer Storytimes (Thurs.)
2026-07-02 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-09 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-16 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-23 10:00 - 10:30

Library Closed
2026-07-03
Library closed for 4th of July.

Library Closed
2026-07-03
Closed for the 4th of July

Library Closed
2026-07-04
Closed for Fourth of July

Teen Chicken Craft
2026-07-07 13:00 - 14:00
*Registrations for all summer reading programs opens June 1st.*
Create a chicken out of an old book! Chat and listen to music while we fold pages. Bring home your finished chicken to decorate your room.
Please register. Ages 11+.

Homeschool Storytime
2026-07-08 14:00 - 15:00
One of our local homeschooling mom’s, Andrea Fitzpatrick, is providing a homeschooler storytime for homeschoolers in the area! All are welcome, of course, whether they are homeschooled or not!
This storytime series will be for slightly older kids than the normal story times that Mrs. Molly provides! This is a great opportunity for kids who still love being read to!
Ages 6-10 years old.
Parents must attend with their kids.
No need to register.

Afternoon Book Discussion
2026-07-09 14:00 - 15:00
This month’s selection is None of This is True by Lisa Jewell. None of This Is True is a psychological thriller by Lisa Jewell about podcaster Alix Summer, who meets “birthday twin” Josie Fair and agrees to feature her story for a podcast, only for Josie to insinuate herself into Alix’s life, revealing dark secrets and creating a dangerous situation as Alix realizes Josie is not who she seems. The novel explores themes of manipulation, identity, and unreliable narration, keeping readers questioning reality as Josie’s story unfolds through Alix’s recordings and other perspectives.

Building Day
2026-07-10 10:00 - 17:00
Our activity room will be open all day for some fun building! Enjoy Legos, Lincoln Logs, Duplo’s and more! Come relax with us and enjoy hands on fun!
For all ages. No registration required.

Storytime with Moana (10am)
2026-07-11 10:00 - 11:00
*Registrations for all summer reading programs opens June 1st.*
Come meet Moana for a very special storytime! Register for either session and enjoy songs, a craft, and each family will be able to have a meet and greet with Moana so hugs can be shared and pictures can be taken.
Please register each child separately. Ages 1-8.

Storytime with Moana (11am)
2026-07-11 11:00 - 12:00

Colonial Kids
2026-07-15 17:30 - 18:30
*Registrations for all summer reading programs opens June 1st.*
Come explore colonial times with the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Explore real artifacts, try on real clothes and make your own hornbook to take home. This is a great educational opportunity and will show kids how far we’ve come in 250 years!
Please register each child separately. Ages 4-12.

Book Sale
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00
Monthly Book Sale sponsored by the Library Friends. Come browse our basement of gently use books!

Creature Features
2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:00
White Memorial is coming to visit our library again with their live animals! Learn about the cool features of different creatures here in New England.
This program will be on our front lawn weather permitting, so bring a blanket or chair!
No registration required. For all ages.

Evening Book Discussion
2026-07-20 18:00 - 19:00
TBD

Teen Harry Potter Party
2026-07-21 13:00 - 14:00
*Registrations for all summer reading programs opens June 1st.*
Come enjoy some Harry Potter themed games including trivia and bingo. Win themed prizes and enjoy some themed snacks!
Please register. Ages 11+.

Magic Show
2026-07-22 17:30 - 18:30
Come enjoy a magic show at the library!
This program will be on our front lawn weather permitting, so bring a blanket or chair!
No registration required. For all ages.

Sidewalk Chalk Day
2026-07-24 10:00 - 17:00
Decorate our front sidewalks with your art! Drop-in any time of the day and help us transform the front of our library!
No registration required. For all ages.

Craft & Chat
2026-07-24 15:00 - 17:00
Join us monthly as we craft & chat together. Bring your own project to work on. Enjoy some snacks. Put aside some time for yourself. Drop by anytime between 3 & 5. Registration helpful, but not required.
