East Hartford Public Library News & Announcements

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Governor Lamont Joined by Interim State Librarian Maureen Sullivan Announces Grant to the East Hartford Public Library as part of Everybody Learns Initiative

East Hartford, CT—On October 7, 2020, Governor Ned Lamont was joined by Interim State Librarian Maureen Sullivan to announce that his... more ››

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Virtual Programs, November 2020

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East Hartford Library Virtual Programs lineup: October 2020

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Painting by Local Artist Jessie Goodwin Preston Now on Display

East Hartford, CT— The East Hartford Public Library is exhibiting “Sunday in Savannah” in its newly re-opened browsing area. This painting... more ››

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Virtual Programs lineup: October 2020

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New Library Resources Available Online

East Hartford, CT– The East Hartford Public Library is pleased to offer three new databases for resident cardholders, all on the EBSCOhost... more ››

Gwendolyn Queszaire-Presutti as Zora Neale Hurston

Virtual Programs resume at the Library!

The East Hartford Public Library is back in business with virtual programs!

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US Census Bureau at the East Hartford Farmers Market

East Hartford, CT - The United States Census Bureau representatives will be present on Fridays at the East Hartford Farmers' Market through... more ››

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The East Hartford Public Library to Reopen for Limited Access Tuesday, September 8

East Hartford, CT—The East Hartford Public Library is excited to announce the reopening of the facility to the public for limited access... more ››

Kid's Craft Kits

Craft Kits for Kids at the East Hartford Public Library

Craft kits are now available free of charge at the library's walk-up window! Best suited for ages 3-7. Limit 1 kit per child.

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Town of East Hartford Offers Free Charging Stations, WiFi

East Hartford, CT–The town of East Hartford is offering free charging stations for residents who are still experiencing power outages due... more ››

Virtual Programs lineup: August 3 - 15

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Escape the Chamber of Secrets, a Hogwarts-themed escape room

East Hartford Public Library offers Hogwarts-themed Digital Escape Room

Are you a Harry Potter fan? Do you miss the excitement of escape rooms?

Virtual Programs lineup: Week of July 27

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Virtual Programs lineup: Week of July 20

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Virtual Programs lineup: Week of July 13

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Virtual Programs lineup: Week of July 6

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New circulation services: more hours, more options!

The East Hartford Public Library is pleased to announce expanded services effective the week of July 6.Library staff will be available... more ››

Dial-a-Story at 860-290-4333, story is Plenty of Hugs by Fran Manushkin

Introducing Dial-a-Story!

Call the library anytime at 860-290-4343 to hear a pre-recorded story. Our first story is Plenty of Hugs, by Fran... more ››

Virtual Program lineup: Week of June 29

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