West Hartford Public Library

06/10/2026

Have you seen the mural taking shape on the side of the library? 🎨📚

Check out this great article to learn more about the project, the artist, and the inspiration behind this exciting new addition to our community!

The collaborative effort to create the mural, being painted on the public library in Blue Back Square, will help spread an educational message on a supersized scale.

06/10/2026

Our friends at West Hartford Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will be joined by State Senator Derek Slap at their June 16th meeting. All are welcome!

06/10/2026

This Father’s Day season, give the gift of conversation.

Join us for a special parent-child interview recording session—a chance to ask meaningful questions, share stories, and preserve memories that will last a lifetime. ❤️

Open to all ages!

📅 Saturday, June 20
🕥 10:30 AM

Register here: bit.ly/WHPL_FathersDayInterview

06/09/2026

Want a fun, low-cost outing? The West Hartford Public Library offers museum passes to the Noah Webster House! Just request a pass — it’s easy and free. The pass grants you access to explore the museum’s historic rooms, learn about life in early America, and enjoy exhibits on education and culture. It’s a perfect opportunity for family trips or a cozy afternoon of history and discovery.

For more information, please click here: bit.ly/WHPL_NoahWebsterHouse

06/06/2026

✨️🪄 Escape into a Story at Celebrate West Hartford! Visit the library at booth #214 for to Create Your OWN Story, take home swag, and enter for our amazing giveaway.

06/05/2026

We hope you're enjoying the new catalog as much as we are! We do have a couple of updates for you:

📘 Libby App Users - If you are having app issues, you may need to re-enter your library card in the app under 'Manage Cards.' If you continue to have problems, call us at 860-561-6990.

📙 WHPL (LCI) App - We are expecting the app to be ready soon and will send out an announcement when it is live.

06/05/2026

We had a wonderful evening with West Hartford photographer Ginny Kemp!

Ginny shared the inspiration behind her 'We the People' photography project and discussed the journey of bringing the book to life. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this engaging and thought-provoking program.

If you missed the event, there's still an opportunity to experience Ginny's work. Her photography will be on display in the Noah Webster Library Meeting Room for the next three weeks. We encourage you to stop by and enjoy these remarkable images.

A special thank-you to River Bend Bookshop for leading the Q&A discussion and providing books for attendees to purchase. We appreciate their partnership in making this event a success!

06/04/2026

Did you know your library card gives you access to Morningstar.com®?

Morningstar® offers online access to many of its popular Premium features, including independent research, ratings, and expert analysis on thousands of mutual funds, stocks, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Whether you're planning for retirement, researching investments, or simply looking to improve your financial knowledge, Morningstar® provides trusted tools and information to help you make informed decisions.

Learn more about this valuable library resource and how to access it here:

bit.ly/WHPL_Morningstar

Take advantage of this powerful financial research tool—available free with your library card!

06/03/2026

✨️ We are excited to share your new and improved WHPL library catalog! Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to troubleshoot and refine the system. If you require assistance at any time, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Get started and learn more about the new catalog at bit.ly/WHPL-New-Catalog. Happy searching!

06/02/2026

Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 6:30 PM for a special author talk with Daniel O'Connell, author of My Quiet War.

In this powerful memoir, O'Connell chronicles his nearly two decades of living with polycystic kidney disease and his long journey toward a life-saving kidney transplant. As a U.S. Navy veteran, technology leader, educator, and family man, he shares an honest and inspiring account of navigating chronic illness while continuing to lead, serve, and support those around him.

More than a medical memoir, My Quiet War explores resilience, faith, leadership, and the enduring power of purpose. His story offers insight, encouragement, and hope to patients, caregivers, and anyone facing long-term challenges.

📅 Wednesday, June 17
🕡 6:30 PM

Registration is required. Sign up here: bit.ly/WHPL_MyQuietWar

We hope you'll join us for this meaningful conversation.