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Heat Advisory: Hartford Public Library (HPL) will act as a cooling center in response to the dangerous heat and humidity expected Tuesday through Friday.
HPL provides a safe space for community members to escape the heat and stay cool.
Please visit Albany, Barbour, Camp Field, Dwight, Ropkins, and Park Street libraries during regular operating hours to beat the heat.
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Juneteenth Party
Celebrate with Ms. Erin at Dwight. Come make your own flag and decorate cookies.
Wednesday, June 19 | 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.
Dwight Library, 7 New Park Avenue
Barbour Celebrates Juneteenth
Join Ms. Fe to celebrate Juneteenth with snacks, sweet treats, and more!
Wednesday, June 19 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Barbour Library, 261 Barbour Street
Juneteenth Teen Celebration
Don't miss out on all the fun with a Juneteenth themed program.
Friday, June 21 | 1 - 2 p.m.
Albany Library, 1250 Albany Avenue
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HPL Book Recommendations:
Honoring Juneteenth
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Barracoon The Story of the Last "Black Cargo
Zora Neale Hurston
"Short enough to be read in a single sitting, this book is one of those gorgeous, much too fleeting things...Brimming with observational detail from a man whose life spanned continents and eras, the story is at times devastating, but Hurston’s success in bringing it to light is a marvel."
—The Publisher
“Zora Neale Hurston has left an indelible legacy on the literary community and commanded an influential place in Black history.”
—Essence
Find it HERE in our catalog
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Kindred
Octavia E. Bulter
"One of the most original, thought-provoking works examining race and identity."
—Los Angeles Times
"Butler takes one of speculative fiction’s oldest tropes and infuses it with lasting depth and power..."
—New York Times
Find it HERE in our catalog
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Let's Dance
Summer Concert Series Celebrating 250 Years
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HPL's Summer Concert Series, Let’s Dance—Celebrating 250 Years of Hartford Public Library, will feature Latin, West African, Funk, Afro-Cuban, Jazz, and fusions of these genres that will inspire Hartford dwellers of all ages to join the fun and dance.
The 2024 Summer Concert Series aims to unite residents of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy free, high-quality musical performances in accessible, family-friendly settings.
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Downtown Library
Haneef Nelson Duet
500 Main Street
Tuesday, June 18 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Barbour Library
The Lost Tribe
261 Barbour Street
Thursday, June 27 | 3 - 4 p.m.
Camp Field Library
Ed Fast and the Congo Bop Quintet
30 Campfield Avenue
Tuesday, July 9 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
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Dwight Library
Goza Latin Band
7 New Park Ave
Wednesday, July 17 | 1 - 2 p.m.
Albany Library
Haneef Nelson Duet
1250 Albany Avenue
Monday, August 19 | 1 - 2 p.m.
Ropkins Library
The Lost Tribe
1750 Main Street
Tuesday, August 27 | 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
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"Let's Dance" is funded by the Evelyn Preston Memorial Fund, a private foundation in Connecticut administered through Bank of America Connecticut Private Bank. | |
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Vision To Learn
With clear vision comes a brighter future
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Vision To Learn returns this summer to HPL
Unlock the power of clear vision for your child for FREE!
- Children ages 5-18 are eligible / No insurance needed!
- Vision To Lean can give each child one eye exam yearly (must be 365 days from their last eye exam).
- Please arrive 5 minutes early to your appointment to complete the paperwork.
- Your appointment may have a possible wait time. Your patience is appreciated.
- If prescribed, your child’s glasses will be available to be picked up at the Library 3-4 weeks after the exam.
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Albany Library
1250 Albany Avenue
860-695-7380
Thursday, July 25
Friday, July 26
Barbour Library
261 Barbour Street
860-695-7400
Friday, August 16
Camp Field Library
30 Campfield Avenue
860-695-7440
Monday, June 24
Monday July 29
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Dwight Library
7 New Park Avenue
860-695-7460
Monday, August 5
Monday, August 12
Park Street Library @ the Lyric
603 Park Street
860-695-7500
Wednesday, August 14
Thursday, August 15
Ropkins Library
1750 Main Street
860-695-7520
Monday, August 26
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Downtown Library
500 Main Street
860-695-6300
Tuesday, August 13
Monday, August 19
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Kanopy Celebrates Freedom in Film for Juneteenth! | |
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Celebrate Juneteenth with Kanopy! This Juneteenth, honor the resilience and triumph of the
Black community with powerful films that highlight the journey to freedom and equality. From documentaries chronicling the history of Juneteenth to inspiring dramas and thought-provoking narratives, Kanopy offers a diverse selection of films that amplify Black voices and stories.
Start watching NOW
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Join Hartford Double Dutch Champion Lady Carrie for jump roping fun in the sun! She will be at your favorite Library this summer. Mark your calendar! | |
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A Place Like No Other
HPL offers engaging, educational, and fun programming for all ages.
Check out our programming calendar HERE
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Refugee Stories: An Exhibit of Peace and Transformation
A display featuring stories of immigrant women and refugees in Connecticut (CT). This event is A Poetry on the Streets Project in collaboration with IRIS-Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services CT.
Thursday, June 20 | 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Park Street Library @ the Lyric, 603 Park Street
Summer Learn Kickoff Party
Celebrate Summer Learning! Join the Barbour Library for crafts, games, and food to celebrate summer learning. Please call Irene to register at 860-695-7401.
Thursday, June 20 | 3 - 5 p.m.
Barbour Library, 261 Barbour Street
Summer Momento
Join Ms. Erin to make a summer momento with air dry clay and jewels.
Friday, June 21 | 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.
Dwight Library, 7 New Park Avenue
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“Sometimes I wrote things because I couldn't say them, couldn't sort out my feelings about them, couldn't keep them bottled inside me”
―Octavia E. Butler, Kindred
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