Enfield Culture and Arts Commission is sponsoring First Wednesdays Open Mic at the Enfield Public Library.

First Wednesdays are about creating a welcoming and supportive performance space for artists of all ages and levels. Come express your talents whether it be music, poetry, rap, or spoken word with a receptive group. Facilitated by Enfield musician Kevin Crane.

A variety of instruments including ukuleles, guitars, drums, violins, mandolins, and keyboards are available to be checked out at the library for a three week loan.

The purpose of the Enfield Culture and Arts Commission shall be to plan, produce, coordinate, or otherwise provide assistance to sponsors of events or activities and to encourage participation therein, which promote or develop the artistic, historic, cultural and heritage resources of and within the community of Enfield.

Asnuntuck Community College Professor Carol LaLiberte will lead an all-ages Drum Circle. Drums will be provided or bring your own. The library has many musical instruments available to be checked out including bongos, djembe, bodhran, and steelpan drums. Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary.

Enfield Culture and Arts Commission is sponsoring First Wednesdays Open Mic at the Enfield Public Library.

First Wednesdays are about creating a welcoming and supportive performance space for artists of all ages and levels. Come express your talents whether it be music, poetry, rap, or spoken word with a receptive group. Facilitated by Enfield musician Kevin Crane.

A variety of instruments including ukuleles, guitars, drums, violins, mandolins, and keyboards are available to be checked out at the library for a three week loan.

The purpose of the Enfield Culture and Arts Commission shall be to plan, produce, coordinate, or otherwise provide assistance to sponsors of events or activities and to encourage participation therein, which promote or develop the artistic, historic, cultural and heritage resources of and within the community of Enfield.

Enfield Culture and Arts Commission is sponsoring First Wednesdays Open Mic at the Enfield Public Library.

First Wednesdays are about creating a welcoming and supportive performance space for artists of all ages and levels. Come express your talents whether it be music, poetry, rap, or spoken word with a receptive group. Facilitated by Enfield musician Kevin Crane.

A variety of instruments including ukuleles, guitars, drums, violins, mandolins, and keyboards are available to be checked out at the library for a three week loan.

The purpose of the Enfield Culture and Arts Commission shall be to plan, produce, coordinate, or otherwise provide assistance to sponsors of events or activities and to encourage participation therein, which promote or develop the artistic, historic, cultural and heritage resources of and within the community of Enfield.

Drop off a new or gently used puzzle between January 6th and 24th to receive a ticket to redeem during the swap. Come back on the 25th and pick out a new-to-you puzzle! This is an all ages event all levels of puzzle are welcome to be swapped. Drop-in

Fun for the entire family! Build a tree for our annual gallery. Material will be provided or bring what you need to create your vision. All the fun of creating without the mess. Sponsored by Enfield Culture and Arts Commission. Drop-in

Join the Friends of the Enfield Library, Enfield Culture and Arts Commission and Enfield Historical Society in celebrating 150 years of Enfield Libraries.

10 AM - 11 AM - Birthday Celebration
11 AM - 12 PM - drop in for cake and fun, share stories about Enfield Libraries
12 PM - History of Enfield Libraries by Jim Malley

Let us know if you’re coming, we’ll save you some cake!: LINK

Email slee@enfield.org if you’d like to help celebrate Enfield Libraries!

Rain hasn’t dampened our spirits, just our lawn. With more rain expected at 10:00 we have changed the time of the program to 3:00 pm.

Free tickets available beginning here.

Bring you own t-shirt, pillow case or other item and add some color! Ages 4 and up.

Space is limited! Register here

Ages 11-15 only An escape room adventure based on the Pippa Park novels. Work together to discover and solve the clues to open the locked boxes and escape Pippa’s bedroom.

Register here

For ages 13-18. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of boba tea tasting and games. Have fun, drink tea and meet new people.

Get free ticket for the magic show here.

Summer Reading sign-ups begin at 9:00 am at Central Library. Meet Hartford Athletics mascot Dillon and receive a discount coupon for an upcoming game. At 10:00 am join magician Matt Matthews for a magical adventure ages 4 and up. You can also sign up at the Pearl Street Library beginning at 10:00 am.

Register here!

A program of Smith College Robotics Outreach Initiative & Enfield Public Library 

Have you ever wondered how robots can create music? Come find out at RoboRhythm! Our event will focus on blending robotics and music so middle school aged students can learn how robotics can be connected to creative fields. You will gain a new understanding of circuits and the engineering process as you engage with LEGO MINDSTORMS and the Makey Makey to create a symphony of music. We look forward to hearing what you create! Ages 12-14

Enfield High School senior Abby Poreda has a solo exhibition of her artwork at the historic Pearl Street Library. Abby is displaying here work through a partnership between the Pearl Street Library and the Enfield Public School’s Visual Arts Department. The Enfield Culture and Arts Commission was pivotal in supporting this partnership by bestowing a generous grant to install a hanging system for the display of student artwork.

Abby’s work is currently available to view at the Pearl St. Library until February 15th. An Artist’s Reception will be held at the library on Thursday, February 8th from 5:30 pm -7:30 pm.

Abby has taken a range of Visual Arts courses during her tenure at EHS and is currently enrolled in Honors Portfolio Preparation, and Ceramics. Her painting “Light” was just accepted into the Scholastic Art Competition and will be featured in the CT Regional Art Awards Exhibit at UHart School of Art from Jan 17th- Feb. 3rd, Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30p and Sat/Sun 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

Join us at the Enfield Public Library for a fun-filled evening of creativity and paint! This in-person event is exclusively for teens who want to unleash their inner artist. No experience is necessary - our talented instructor will guide you step-by-step in creating a masterpiece. Grab your friends and get ready to have a blast as you explore your artistic side. All materials will be provided, so just bring your imagination and a positive attitude. Register here.

Enjoy ice cream and a variety of toppings while listening to the latest Billboard Top 100 Hits. Drop-in for ages 12-18.

Using fresh flowers and a hammer, dye cloth and learn basic embroidery stiches to create a unique needlework sampler. All supplies will be provided. Register beginning here beginning July 24th. Ages 12-18.

Using button and glue create a framed art piece to decorate your space. Register here beginning July 10th. Ages 12-18

Looking to add to your TBR pile. Play bingo for YA books! Register here beginning July 3rd. Ages 12-18.

Learn how to make your own Chocolate Glazed and Lemon Raspberry donuts, both with glaze and decorations! Recipes are nut free but will contain dairy and eggs. Ages 12-18. Online registration is required and begins on April 3rd,here.