Catch That Card

We have a Library card on the loose. Can you guess which HPL location the card might be at?

Upcoming Highlights

Wednesday, July 29

Experience the vibrant energy of Asian street festivals and their deep connection to seasonal and nature-based traditions. Explore how food, music, and community spirit bring these lively celebrations to life.

Barbour Library | 261 Barbour Street | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Can't make it to Barbour? Meet us at Park Street Library @ the Lyric for the same event tomorrow, Thursday, July 30.

Park Street Library @ the Lyric | 603 Park Street | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 5

Get your hands dirty and make your very own slime.

Dwight Library | 7 New Park Avenue | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Decorate a canvas tote bag using an array of supplies including patches, fabric paints, and beads! Supplies will be provided. Register HERE.

Albany Library | 1250 Albany Avenue | 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

For more fun and engaging programs and events, click the buttons below!

Museum on the Move!

The Children’s Museum has rolled into HPL's Downtown Library every day until Saturday, August 1, for hands-on fun! Each day the program will feature different animals for ages 2-8.

Registration is encouraged. Register HERE.

Wednesday, July 29 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Downtown Library

UConn Classroom 025, Ground Floor

500 Main Street

Book Recommendations

The Romance Revival

Christina Lauren



"While some of the thriller elements fall flat, the dialog is engaging, and Lauren's longtime fans and new readers alike will cheer for Emery and Luca to find their way back to each other in this well-paced, engaging rom-com."

—Library Journal

Find it HERE in our catalog. Also available as an eAudiobook.

Getting Away with Murder

Shari Lapena

"Getting Away with Murder is a deviously delicious thriller that kept me turning pages from the intense opening to the shocking conclusion."

—Freida McFadden, American author

Find it HERE in our catalog. Also available as an eAudiobook.

Happening Tonight!

Make your way to HPL’s Downtown Library for a practical guide in entrepreneurship hosted by Connecticut's Small Business Development Center. This session will only be provided in Spanish. 

Registration is encouraged.

Wednesday, July 29 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Downtown Library

Classroom 139, Main Floor

500 Main Street

Summer Fun at Trinity Health Stadium

The second-to-last Sunday at the Stadium is this Sunday, and you don't want to miss out.

Attendees can enjoy a book on the turf and participate in activities. Pizza and giveaways are included. For ages 5-17, in partnership with Hartford Athletic.

Sunday, August 2 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Trinity Health Stadium

250 Huyshope Avenue

Men and Motivation

Join us for a weekly men's group starting in August. Engage in meaningful conversations and explore key topics.

Registration is encouraged.

Wednesday, August 5 | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Downtown Library

Classroom 139, Main Floor

500 Main Street

Free Tickets

With your Library card, you can reserve two free tickets to the performance of The Cannibals of McGower County at TheaterWorks!

About the show:

This world premiere play kicks off Drew’s Southern matriarch trilogy. McGower County is where we meet Lindalyn and Viola – two old friends and veteran salvagers – ransacking an abandoned barbecue restaurant in the heart of West Texas.



The show runs July 30 - August 20

Tuesdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.

Satursday and Sundays at 2:30 p.m.

Resources & Services

Voter Registration: 

Your vote matters — Register to vote at any HPL location. For more information, please visit the front desk or click HERE.

Fight Hunger: 

Facing food insecurity? Here's help:

• Text "211Food" to 898211
• Enter your zip code when prompted
• Identify an open food pantry near you
• For more information, click HERE.

Your support makes a difference.