Hartford Public Library

Hartford Public Library’s Downtown Library has an aeroponic garden and recently added two raised garden beds to help you and your child learn about best gardening practices. The best part is it’s free and open to the public.

Gardening at HPL Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Hartford Public Library + Bus or Car Rides = FREE rides to medical appointments for Hartford residents 18+.

Contact us or have your provider contact us to schedule transportation to your next verified medical appointment. This service is for those who do not have a transportation benefit through their insurance provider. Please call (860) 840-1264 for more information.

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We're excited to have the RSCO - Greater Hartford Regional School Choice Office on-site at our summer kickoff celebrations!

Families can learn about school choice options, connect with educational resources, and get answers to questions about opportunities available for their students.

Stop by and say hello on the following dates!

Wednesday, June 10: Ropkins Library | 1750 Main Street | 2:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Friday, June 12: Albany Library | 1250 Albany Avenue | 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 16: Barbour Library | 261 Barbour Street | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17: Dwight Library | 7 New Park Avenue | 2:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Thursday, June 25: Park Street Library @ the Lyric | 603 Park Street | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to start a podcast? Now is your chance!

Learn podcast basics with HPL Studios, its fully restored space at Hartford Public Library’s Downtown Library, filled with state-of-the-art equipment. Sessions will be hosted by DJ B. Davis. This program is made possible by COMCAST and runs every Monday until August 10.

Register here: https://programs.hplct.org/event/16354088

Monday, June 15 | 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Classroom 139, Main Floor
500 Main Street

Join us this Friday, June 12, in partnership with the Hartford Pride Center, Ben Dubow, author of Shift, will discuss his book, an empowering guide that helps readers break free from limiting patterns, gain clarity, and move forward with purpose in their overall lives.

The first 25 attendees will receive a free copy of the book.

Register here: https://programs.hplct.org/event/16410904

Friday, June 12 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Downtown Library
Travelers Center for Arts & Culture, Main Floor
500 Main Street

A special evening celebrating the release of Tom Willits’ newest record, All of Us. Tom is a singer-songwriter, performer and producer. His music is rooted in storytelling and connection.

Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/specialeventdonations/event/trwillitsconcert/

Thursday, June 11 | 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Downtown Library
HPL Hall, First Floor
500 Main Street

Hartford Summer Reading Challenge!

Join us this Saturday, June 6, at Hartford Public Library’s Downtown Library, for an incredible day of live performances, family activities, and crafts featuring Hartford Proud Drill Drum & Dance, Self Suffice The RapOet, Mega Education Entertainment, Bubblemania, Pride Café, balloon sculpting, face painting, and much more! Special guests include the Yard Goats Mascot and Sugar & Spice Fairytale Princesses, Cinderella and Tiana.

Summer reading registration will also be available.

A special thank you to our partners for making this possible.

Saturday, June 6 | 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
500 Main Street