All branches will be closed today, July 4th, for the holiday.

We will reopen Wednesday,
July 5th.
Freedom to Read
"Our philosophy and our mission is to provide access to information for people to make their own decisions. It’s impossible to make an informed decision if you don’t have access to all the facts”
Bridget E. Quinn, President & CEO Hartford Public Library

Hartford Public Library President & CEO Bridget E. Quinn discussed her thoughts on the challenges directed at public libraries about the materials they hold. Her interview is part of The Brainwaves Video Anthology. You can watch it HERE.

The Brainwaves Video Anthology is collection of videos in 234 countries. Here you will meet the thinkers, dreamers and innovators in education.
Downtown Library on the Patio
Opens July 10th
We've missed you!

Visit us on the Library's Downtown Patio every Monday. Library on Wheels, library cards, browsing and patio seating.

(As a reminder our Downtown Library is not open and there are no public restrooms available.)

Beginning July 10th
Mondays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Weather permitting
Free Eye Exams for Children
We're excited to partner with Vision To Learn to offer free eye exams, vision screening and glasses to children at no cost.

Pop up clinics will be located at all of our Library locations.
 
Book your appointment HERE

A last minute date was added to the schedule
Wednesday, July 5, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Albany Branch
1250 Albany Ave
Walk-ins available on this date only
Get in, we're going to the Moon, Mars and Beyond
Join us for the official launch of the NASA Exhibit!

Crafts, ice cream and giveaways. Welcome addresses from HPL President and CEO, Bridget E. Quinn, and Hartford Public Schools Superintendent, Leslie Torres-Rodriguez.

Thursday, July 6, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Ropkins Branch
1750 Main St.

Free and open to the public. More information HERE