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On July 12, 1918, Connecticut suffragists—men, women, and children—rallied in Hartford and Simsbury to appeal to President Woodrow Wilson for help in getting women the right to vote.
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Democratic Candidates for Governor & Lieutenant Governor Forum
Wednesday, July 18, 2018, 5-7 pm
Center for Contemporary Culture, Downtown Library
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The Hartford Votes/Hartford Vota Coalition will host a Candidate Forum featuring the Democratic Candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor next Wednesday at HPL.
All candidates have confirmed their attendance: Ned Lamont and Joe Ganim (Governor) and Susan Bysiewicz and Eva Bermudez Zimmerman (Lt. Governor).
There will be a brief reception from 5-5:30 pm with light refreshments; the forum will start at 5:30 pm. Emmy Award Winning Journalist Diane Smith will serve as moderator.
If you need Spanish-English translation, child care, bus passes, or other accommodation, please contact Hartford Votes/Hartford Vota by July 16 at 860-201-6510.
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Literature Chat
Wednesdays, July 18, August 8, & August 22, 2018, 6-7 pm
Barbour Library
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Come to talk about a favorite book, an interesting article you read, and/or a favorite book-to-film adaptation you've watched. Also, learn and talk about
The Great American Read
, an eight-part series and nationwide competition that the Hartford Public Library is participating in.
Light refreshments will be served.
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The Children of Willesden Lane
at HPL
Friday, July 20, 2018, 12 PM
Center for Contemporary Culture, Downtown Library
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Join Hartford Stage and Hartford Public Library for a special afternoon program with piano virtuoso and storyteller Mona Golabek. Mona will perform pieces from
The Pianist of Willesden Lane and share excerpts from her bestselling book,
The Children of Willesden Lane.
A reception with light refreshments for Hartford Public Library’s art exhibition,
“Freedom Dreams” immediately follows program.
RSVP by Thursday, July 19.
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Chicago Style Steppin Dance Class
Monday, July 16, 6-7 pm
Atrium, Downtown Library
Open to beginners and all levels! Come by for a Chicago Style Steppin Dance Class by the Hartford City Steppers. Taught by experienced instructors Princeton Hayes and Jannett Jennings. This is a partnered dance class, but all are welcome to come as individuals, a couple, or a group.
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Woodland House
31 Woodland Street
Hartford, CT 06105
Every other Tuesday
beginning July 17, 2018, 2-4 pm
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Horizon Wings Raptor Rehab
Thursday, July 19
Meet some feathered friends; you might even meet a bald eagle! Learn all about these curious creatures flying in our skies.
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Double Dutch
Double your summer fun by learning to jump Double Dutch! Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor.
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Henna
All programs are 1:30-2:30 pm
Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) and create your own beautiful henna tattoo design.
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Mindful Moments
Wednesday, July 18, 2-3 pm
Take a break and learn how to handle stress with easy
relaxation tips using music, paint, and your own body
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Every Child Ready to Read Story Time
Wednesday, July 18, 11:30 am-12 pm
The five practices of the Every Child Ready to Read initiative are talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. Listen to stories, learn finger plays, and sing songs.
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Hartford Public Library | 860.695.6300 |
hplct.org
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