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Join us tonight (or tomorrow!)
Join us for a casual, virtual drop-in conversation where you can share your thoughts about the Library — what you enjoy, what could be better, and what you’d like to see in the future.
Stop by for a few minutes at one of the two sessions we’ll be hosting, or stay longer — whatever works for you. Come chat, share ideas, and help shape what’s next for the Library!
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Session #1:
Wednesday, January 7
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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Session #2:
Thursday, January 8
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
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HPL's Book Picks:
Recognizing Three Kings Day
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La Noche Before Three Kings Day
Sheila Colón-Bagley
"This inviting picture book celebrates Puerto Rican culture in Mesa's beautiful, whimsical illustrations, as projected in their decorations, feasts, and customs."
—Booklist Online
"The story itself and the backmatter explain the holiday well for those unfamiliar with it. A fine offshoot of a holiday classic."
—Kirkus Reviews
Find it HERE in our catalog
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The Last Slice: A Three Kings Day Treat
Melissa Seron Richardson
"A picture book that weaves together culture, culinary traditions, and Biblical storytelling."
—School Library Journal
"This holiday picture book hilariously celebrates the Mexican tradition of eating Rosca de Reyes during Día de los Reyes Magos from the perspective of a precocious child."
—Booklist Online
Find it HERE in our catalog
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A Case of Mistaken Identities
HPL, in partnership with Hartford Stage, bring you free tickets to The Cottage! The show runs from Friday, January 16, to Sunday, February 8. Get your tickets starting today before they run out.
About the show:
A weekend in the English countryside turns deliciously chaotic when a woman boldly confesses her affair to her lover’s wife. As identities are mistaken and truths come undone, this classic-style British farce delivers a laugh-out-loud rollercoaster of sparkling social satire.
This season's 2026 sponsors are Stanley Black & Decker, Travelers, and The Hartford.
| | Fall 2025 ServSafe graduating class. From the left, sitting down is Patricia Cross, and above her is Touria Ghaffari, HPL's Adult Vocational and ESL Instructor. In the back row from the left are, Tarik Smith, Lisa Johnson, Shekira Tomlinson, Luis Cayo, Sasha Roberts, Lino Esteban, Jeanette Berrios, Yvette Williams and Sonia Guzman. | |
Get Certified!
Ready to take the next step in your food service career? The ServSafe Food Manager Certification can help you secure employment and advance in the industry. The best part is, classes are free!
Classes run on Wednesdays, starting today, January 14, until February 25, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at HPL's Downtown Library.
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Wednesdays, January 14 until February 25
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
500 Main Street
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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
We are honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., an American Civil Rights activist, by writing letters of hope to families living in shelters and thank you cards to Hartford educators. Featuring local organizations, including Journey Home, who will share resources and services. All ages are welcome to join.
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Tuesday, January 20 | 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Cafe
500 Main Street
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Baby Grand Jazz
Get ready for Lee Fish & Friends this Sunday!
Acclaimed Boston-born drummer and composer Lee Fish has been part of the New York City jazz scene since 2018. Long before he studied with Danilo Pérez, Terri Lyne Carrington, and Joe Lovano, he performed with his parents’ band, Amante, at venues across North America.
Get a preview of his sound HERE.
Can’t make it in person? Watch the live stream on HPL's YouTube, HPL’s Facebook, or on HPATV.
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Sunday, January 11 | 3:00 p.m.
Doors open at 2:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Center for Contemporary Culture (CCC)
500 Main Street
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From the left are Edwin Raymond, author, and Dr. Michael Mallery Jr.
Reading for Change
HPL in collaboration with the Stowe Center for Literacy Activism, invite you to an author talk hosted at HPL’s Downtown Library. This conversation brings together Edwin Raymond, author and Dr. Michael Mallery Jr., chair of the Stowe Center's Board of Trustees, whose experiences illuminate the themes at the heart of An Inconvenient Cop. Their combined perspectives help participants gain a deeper understanding of policing, justice, and other related issues.
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Wednesday, January 14 | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Downtown Library
Center for Contemporary Culture (CCC)
500 Main Street
| | | | | Help Hartford Fight Hunger | | |
All HPL locations are welcoming warming centers during the winter months. Stop by to read, relax, and enjoy everything your library offers.
Click HERE for hours and locations.
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Here's what to do:
- Text "211Food" to 898211
- Enter your zip code when prompted
- Identify an open food pantry near you
For more information click HERE.
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Hartford Public Library + Bus or Car Rides = FREE rides to medical appointments for Hartford residents.
Contact us or have your provider contact us to schedule transportation to your next verified medical appointment.
Call us: (959) 257-3630
Email us: socialservices@hplct.org
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A Place Like No Other
HPL offers engaging, educational, and fun programming for all ages.
Check out our full programming calendar HERE
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"Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right."
—Oprah Winfrey
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