New to Hartford Public Library's special collections and archive is the Southside Media- Hartford News image collection spanning the years 1977 to June 2008. Come in during the month of October and en...

The American Mural Project (AMP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation of the largest indoor collaborative artwork in the world – a mural 120 feet long, 5 stories high, and up to 10 fe...

Training sessions for passport agents. Must pre-register by calling 860-539-8803.
This training is of Level 2. Any prospective attendee of the classroom training conducted by Passport Serv...

Information session to discuss refugee resettlement within the City of Hartford.

Infants and adult friends. Enjoy Classic rhymes and finger plays.

Ask questions, get answers, learn new skills, and practice.

In-person registration, assessment, and orientation required.
Improve your basic math and reading skills or prepare for the GED. Learn how to use multimedia resources (DVDs, CDs, computer programs) s...

Ages 7and up. Learn to make and eat healthy snacks.

Ages 12 and up. Join us for popular video games.

Ages 12 and up. Discuss this intense work. Light refreshment will be served.

Ages 5 and up. Try a new craft technique each week.

Ages 5 and up. Relax at the end of your school week with a variety of board games.

Ages 5 and up. Seasonal stories and activities.

Ages 7 and up. Together, we will read from Verla Kay’s illustrated accounts of pioneers traveling westward: Covered Wagons, Bumpy Trails and Iron Horse.

Ages 7 - 10. Join other kids to talk about what you would do, if you were elected president of the United States!

In-person registration, assessment, and orientation required.
Improve your basic math and reading skills or prepare for the GED. Learn how to use multimedia resources (DVDs, CDs, computer programs) s...

The American Place program offers FREE English classes for Speakers of Other Languages. This class is of Basic Level. All students must register in-person prior to attending classes. For more infor...

The American Place program offers FREE English classes for Speakers of Other Languages. This class is of Intermediate Level. All students must register in-person prior to attending classes. For mor...

Bring two passport photographs, proof of U.S. citizenship, and a valid form of photo identification, such as a driver's license. Application forms are available at the Library or from the U.S. Departm...

Ages 3-8 with adult friends. Bring your family to the library to hear stories from the best in children’s illustrated books, sing songs, share rhymes, and make a craft together!

Beginners learn the basics, including the parts of the computer, the computer desktop, and the mouse, and are introduced to word processing, spreadsheets, and the Internet. Please plan to attend all s...

Learn basic wreath-making skills as you create your own winter/holiday wreath with fresh greens, berries, and pinecones. A brief lesson on bow-making is included. Materials will be provided at no ch...

This class will cover the information you need to know in order to pass the Citizenship Test and will include U.S. History and Government. A basic ability to read, write and speak English is required...

Ages 5-10. Write “thank you” notes to friends and family and treat yourself to cocoa and cookies.

Learn to make columns and tables and to use tabs. Some keyboarding and basic Word skills required.