The Goodwin Library is a public library that serves as an information center for the personal, cultural, and social growth for the community of Farmington.  The Library maintains collections and implements programs that address the community’s changing informational and recreational needs for education and literacy.  The collections, materials, and programs are offered in a variety of formats to ensure equitable access for all.  The Library believes that free and open access to information and resources will establish the framework for an informed and involved community.
Coming this month: Nutcracker Tea w/ Northeastern Ballet Theater! Saturday, 11/21 at 10:30am (Sign-up Required!)
Meet special guests from Northeastern Ballet Theater’s The Nutcracker!
Enjoy tea, treats, and a live dance demonstration! Get a chance to meet cast members and learn all about the ballet.
A great experience for children and families! 🩰✨
Virtual Gingerbread House Contest Registration is 11/16–11/21!
Sign up for our virtual Gingerbread House Contest starting November 16th!
Registrations must be received by 2:00pm on Saturday, November 21st to participate. Limited to 40 participants.
This program is for all ages!
We supply all materials! Kits can be picked up starting November 30th.
Click for full timelineNew Program! Crafters’ Hour Starts November 2nd!
Come to the library on Mondays from 1:00 to 2:30 to have a space to work on your craft projects!
This is an un-staffed, passive program with no supplies provided.
The intention is to provide designated time and place for crafters to meet and work. Please be prepared to bring your own supplies and leave the space clean afterwards. Thank you!
It will be held at the round table near the front of the library. All are welcome!
The Bookies – Tuesday, 11/17 at 6:00pm – In-Person & on Zoom
The Bookies is the Goodwin Library’s book club! Join us in November to discuss Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout.
We always have multiple copies of the book available for checkout—stop by to pick one up! New members are always welcome.
This program can be attended in-person or online. Please email Joyce at jwhite@goodwinlibrary.org if you would like the Zoom link.
Click here for summaryKids’ Crafternoon: Dream Catchers! Thursday, 11/19 at 3:30pm
Design your very own dream catcher!
Use yarn, feathers, and beads to create your own dream catcher. All supplies are provided!
This craft is for ages 5-9.
Homeschool Meet & Greet – Friday, 11/20 at 1:00pm
Drop in to meet other local homeschool families!
Share resources and ideas, or just play at the library.
Lego Saturdays! Every Saturday, from 10:00am to 1:30pm
Play with the library’s Lego collection!
Drop by to free build with Legos and see what you can create.
We also have Duplos for little ones!
Hours Change in November!
Winter hours are now in effect until April.
From November to April, our hours will look like this:
Monday: 10:00am–5:00pm
Tuesday: 1:00pm–7:00pm
Thursday: 11:00am–5:00pm
Friday: 10:00am–5:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am–2:00pm
Sun/Wed: Closed
We Have a Little Free Library!
Take a book, leave a book!
There are all kinds of books in our little free library! The top shelf has children’s books, the bottom shelf has adult books. Stop by and check it out – it’s right outside our front door!
Please keep in mind that the Little Free Library is not a book return for library books! The book return is behind the building.
Accessible Entrance
The Library’s accessible entrance is located behind the library.
The accessible entrance has a button control that opens and holds the door automatically.
The elevator is just inside the door to the left.