Hartford Public Library

Winning season! Two students and their families enjoyed a special lunch and a tour of City Hall with Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam.

Visit the link to learn more: hplct.libguides.com/c.php?g=1456...

Check out the Library On Wheels!

HPL is partnering with the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History for an evening of connecting and learning for the second summer.

Free admission with library card or proof of Hartford residency.

Register:
www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/hartfo...

Thursday, August 7 | 4-7:30PM
1 Elizabeth St

We welcomed OPMAD Camp through Breakthrough Magnet South, featuring 60 bright young minds from 1st to 4th grade for a day of discovery and excitement.

Thank you to Stanley D. and Hinda N. Fisher Fund from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving for making this enriching experience possible.

and it’s just visiting the Library!

A special thank you to the talented performers who made our summer concert series so great. We have one more concert scheduled for Thursday, August 7, 3- 4 p.m. at Dwight Library, 7 New Park Avenue. All concerts are funded by the Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Trust Fund, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee.

In 2024, HPL celebrated 250 years. To honor this achievement, HPL Studios set out to capture 250 library stories. 250 Stories is a series of firsthand interviews with a variety of voices from prominent Hartford figures, community leaders, professional athletes, and Hollywood filmmakers.

On July 21, we were thrilled to welcome Comcast to our Podcasting Workshop as we celebrated their generous $10,000 grant to Hartford Public Library!

Sign up for future workshops today: hplstudios.hplct.org/workshops

Self-care isn't one-size-fits-all. For many, it's finding peace at the Library! From job searching and new hobbies to fitness classes and financial literacy HPL offers a unique space to invest in yourself. Even our Mayor recharges here! Visit a HPL location and practice self-care with us.

HPL launched the Restore, Renew, and Reimagine capital campaign, on Monday, July 21. Guests included Congressman John Larson, Governor Ned Lamont, Speaker Matt Ritter, Mayor Arunan Arulampalam, Council President Shirley Surgeon and HPL member Ritu Paliwal Barna.

Visit: www.hplct.org/assets/uploa...

Summer Reading Challenge ends soon! If you haven't signed up for the Summer Reading Challenge, what are you waiting for? Visit: hplct.libguides.com/c.php?g=1456... to register today!

Join movement coaches Sistah Anyango of The FLYY Movement and Karla of Sudor Taino Fitness for fun, health, and healing movement experiences all.

Monthly sessions start Wednesday. Registration is required, visit: programs.hplct.org/event/13932409

July 23 | 6-7:30PM
Downtown Library
500 Main St

Lunch on the President & CEO! Seven students and their families won a special lunch with Bridget E. Quinn, HPL's President & CEO. Students were gifts books, took the patio to Bridget's office, and learned more about HPL's history.
Check out how you can win here: hplct.libguides.com/c.php?g=1456...

Thank YOU, Garden Club of Hartford!

You help us grow a little stronger, bloom a little bigger, and shine a lot brighter. Stop by Park Street Library @ the Lyric, 603 Park Street, to check out their beautiful work in full bloom. We are beyond grateful for our partnership.

HPL is now accepting submissions from musicians interested in performing in its Baby Grand Jazz Series. All genres are encouraged to apply, ensembles must include a pianist who will play the baby grand piano. Submissions are open until August 1, 2025.
Visit: hplct.submittable.com/submit/32797...

We partnered with Vision To Learn again to make sure every child has a brighter future, offering free eye exams and glasses for children ages 5-18. No insurance required.

To schedule an appointment, contact a HPL location or visit: intakeq.com/booking/mze63t

Summer Spark ends soon. Get started today!

From HPL to UCONN grads!

These incredible students began their journey at HPL’s The American Place, where they found community, built language skills, and prepared for success.

To learn more visit: www.hplct.org/support/stor...

The next summer concert is tomorrow, Thursday, July 10, at Barbour Library, 261 Barbour Street | 3-4 p.m.

Summer concerts are funded by the Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Trust Fund, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee.

You get a prize, you get a prize, you get a prize! Big smile from our Summer Reading Challenge weekly winner.

Hartford Public Library is partnering with Sparkler to launch Camp Sparkler, a free, eight-week virtual summer camp for families with children.

For ages 2-5.

Tuesday, July 8 | 11AM - 12PM (Rain date: July 9)
Bushnell Park
1 Jewell Street

Hartford Public Library is honored to receive the John Cotton Dana Award for Public Relations, the most prestigious award of the American Library Association, for its 250th Anniversary campaign.

Read the official press release: www.ala.org/news/2025/06...

Register for the Summer Reading Challenge today!

HPL values local artists and art as part of celebrating our community. We are very grateful to Amy for restoring and protecting the Mark Twain mural Tao created 15 years ago, so that future generations can enjoy it and be inspired.

Thank you for joining us at all our summer kickoff events.

We can’t wait to spend the summer learning with you through our summer reading challenges for both kids and adults! Visit us at a HPL location to get started. Special thanks to our partners for making summer learning so much fun.

Hartford Public Library’s Downtown Library will be open for regular service tomorrow, June 19.

Thank you for your patience!

Hartford Public Library's Downtown Library, 500 Main Street, is closed to the public today, June 17, due to a emergency situation. The Hartford Fire Department is on site. Updates will be provided as the become available.

YouTube video by Hartford Public Library GRWM to open Dwight Library!

GRWM to open Dwight Library! youtube.com/shorts/HcAXV...

HPL is proud to announce that it has received the inaugural CT State Library 2025 Excellence in Public Libraries award for its innovative programming. HPL was one of six libraries selected from the state.

HPL won based on its comprehensive approach to community health and wellness, a core mission.

Greater Hartford Regional School Choice Office (RSCO) knows how to party!

RSCO will be tabling at all our libraries as they continue to kick off summer learning. A School Choice Coordinator will be available to guide you through the application process.

Visit: programs.hplct.org/events