| Title: | Jurassic Print |
| From: | 12:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026 |
| To: | 1:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026 |
| Location: | Rotunda |
| Audiences: | General Interest |
| Categories: | Computers & Technology > 3D Printing, Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Welcome to Jurassic Print: an event and learning experience that offers a hands-on introduction to the vast world of 3D printing. This year our theme is dinosaurs! The relics of our world. Come learn with us as we dive deep into the basic functionalities of a 3D printer, what it can do, and everything involved in creating your own 3D print. This is an 8-week program spanning through June and July. We have a surprise for those who attend and an even bigger surprise for those who can pass our final week quiz. 3D printing always finds a way. |
| Title: | Cottonwood Concert - Sofia Talvik |
| From: | 6:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026 |
| To: | 7:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026 |
| Location: | North Amphitheater |
| Audiences: | Adults 19+, General Interest |
| Categories: | Entertainment > Music / Cottonwood Concert, Summer Reading > Cottonwood Concert |
| Description: |
Join us at the Farmington Public Library for a special Cottonwood Concert with singer/songwriter and storyteller Sofia Talvik! Sofia Talvik is a rare artist and an avid storyteller with a voice comparable to giants like Joni Mitchell, or as the Folk/Americana Magazine NoDepression said it ”A singer/songwriter who is able to evoke the essence of Laurel Canyon circa the ‘60s as expressed in the work of Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins, Buffy Sainte-Marie and others who were able to paint beautiful tapestries from words and music.”. Prepare yourself for a unique and intimate evening, not unlike the 70's coffeehouses and speakeasy's. You will be up close and personal with a world class act that has played big festivals like Lollapalooza and SxSW and opened for artists like Maria McKee and David Duchovny (X-files, Californication). It is in this kind of setting where she can casually joke and communicate with the audience that her strength as a performer shines the most. Her delicate songs are performed in an intimate way, showing off Sofia’s angelic voice enhanced only by a tasteful mix of harmonies and delays, accompanied by the steady picking of her acoustic guitar and the rhythm section consisting of her own two feet, bells and a stomp box. Her latest album "Center of the Universe" was released in 2023. Throughout the 10 songs on the album, there is a broad range of topics of some of life’s most earnest moments, ranging from the Ukraine War, American women’s rights, the thousands of missing children in the US and the torment of domestic violence survivors across the world. The album went straight into the top 20 on Folk Radio Charts USA in August 2023, with the first single charting in the top 10. The album was considered for a Grammy nomination for "Best Folk album" 2023. You can listen to her music on Bandcamp and YouTube. As always, outdoor concerts will be moved indoors in case of inclement weather (heat, cold, rain or snow!) |
| Title: | Night at the Library |
| From: | 5:00 PM Thursday, June 11, 2026 |
| To: | 6:30 PM Thursday, June 11, 2026 |
| Location: | Youth Services |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 6-11 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Join us every Thursday at 5 PM for Night at the Library—a special evening for families to relax, connect, and explore together. Enjoy hands-on activities at your own pace, from crafts and science experiments to snacks and games, all built around a fun weekly theme. Whether you stay for a little while or the whole evening, it's a great way to make lasting memories with your kids! |
| Title: | Sean Gaskell - Kora Performance at Night at the Library! |
| From: | 5:00 PM Thursday, June 11, 2026 |
| To: | 6:30 PM Thursday, June 11, 2026 |
| Location: | South Amphitheater |
| Audiences: | Adults 19+, General Interest |
| Categories: | Entertainment > Music / Cottonwood Concert, Summer Reading > Cottonwood Concert |
| Description: |
Music of the West African kora comes to Farmington! The Farmington Public Library invites you to attend our free concert by Sean Gaskell, who plays the kora, a 21-stringed West African Harp. Sean Gaskell features songs on the kora- a 21 stringed West African harp. As a student of the instrument, he studied under the instruction of two musicians at their home in Brikama, Gambia, over multiple extensive visits. The kora is traditionally played by oral historians known as Griots. Many songs featured on the kora preserve an 800-year history dating back to the founding of the Mande empire. Gaskell has presented adult, youth and family programs at over 350 libraries and a multitude of k-12 schools, colleges, universities and assisted living facilities throughout the United States and Canada. Check out his music on his Website, Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, or YouTube channels! As always, outdoor concerts will be moved indoors in case of inclement weather (heat, cold, rain or snow!) |
| Title: | Family Movie & Craft |
| From: | 2:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| To: | 4:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| Location: | Storytime Theater |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 6-11 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Every Friday, bring your children to the library for an afternoon of entertainment and creativity. While enjoying the movie, children and their caregivers can work together on a fun craft project related to the film's theme. Our staff will provide all necessary materials and guidance, making this a stress-free activity for everyone! |
| Title: | Joystick Jamboree (Video Games) |
| From: | 2:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| To: | 4:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| Location: | Rotunda |
| Audiences: | General Interest |
| Categories: | Computers & Technology > Gaming, Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Join us for a relaxed and social atmosphere where people of all ages and skill levels can drop in and play a variety of video games. Including games like Mario Kart World, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and maybe even some retro games that will take you back in time. Joystick Jamboree focuses on fun, easy participation, and community engagement. It's a great way to socialize, try out new games, and enjoy a different kind of library experience. |
| Title: | Cottonwood Concert: Daniel Cravens |
| From: | 6:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| To: | 7:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| Location: | North Amphitheater |
| Audiences: | Adults 19+ |
| Categories: | Entertainment > Music / Cottonwood Concert, Summer Reading > Cottonwood Concert |
| Description: |
Join us for a Cottonwood Concert featuring fan-favorite, alternative singer/songwriter, guitarist Daniel Cravens! We're excited to have him back at the library! Check out his and Facebook account for more information! You can stream his new album on Apple Music and Spotify. Bring chairs and blankets to this outdoor concert and be ready to enjoy some wonderful music.
As always, outdoor concerts will be moved indoors in case of inclement weather (heat, cold, rain or snow!) |
| Title: | Read & Roar Car Show |
| From: | 10:00 AM Saturday, June 13, 2026 |
| To: | 2:00 PM Saturday, June 13, 2026 |
| Location: | South Parking Lot |
| Audiences: | General Interest |
| Categories: | Read & Roar Car Show, Summer Reading |
| Description: |
The Farmington Evening Lions Club and the Farmington Public Library are pleased to present the third annual READ & ROAR car show. Spend your day at the library checking out all of the entries, and voting for your favorites. Registration - 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM Proceeds benefit the charities supported by the Farmington Evening Lions Club, and the Farmington Public Library Foundation.
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| Title: | Daniel Cravens at the Read and Roar Car Show |
| From: | 1:00 PM Saturday, June 13, 2026 |
| To: | 2:00 PM Saturday, June 13, 2026 |
| Location: | South Amphitheater |
| Audiences: | Adults 19+ |
| Categories: | Entertainment > Music / Cottonwood Concert, Read & Roar Car Show, Summer Reading > Cottonwood Concert |
| Description: |
Join us for the Read & Roar Car Show, and stay for the musical performance of fan-favorite, alternative singer/songwriter, guitarist Daniel Cravens! We're excited to have him back at the library! Check out his and Facebook account for more information! You can stream his new album on Apple Music and Spotify. Bring chairs and blankets to this outdoor concert and be ready to enjoy some wonderful music. |
| Title: | Daniel Cravens: Storytime & Guest Performance |
| From: | 11:00 AM Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| To: | 12:00 PM Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| Location: | Multipurpose Room |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading > Storytime |
| Description: |
Join us for a special musical program with guitarist Daniel Cravens! In this fun and engaging session, kids will get to experience live guitar music up close, learn a bit about the instrument, and enjoy a variety of sounds. |
| Title: | Daniel Cravens: Storytime & Guest Performance |
| From: | 5:00 PM Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| To: | 6:00 PM Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| Location: | Multipurpose Room |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading > Storytime |
| Description: |
Join us for a special musical program with guitarist Daniel Cravens! In this fun and engaging session, kids will get to experience live guitar music up close, learn a bit about the instrument, and enjoy a variety of sounds. |
| Title: | Baby Storytime |
| From: | 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| To: | 10:30 AM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| Location: | Storytime Theater |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading > Storytime |
| Description: |
Introduce your little one to the magic of books at our Baby Storytime! Tailored for new parents and their infants, this cozy weekly event is a perfect way to nurture early literacy skills and foster a love for books. Books and songs are chosen to captivate the tiniest of listeners, creating a warm and bonding experience for both baby and parent. Join us regularly for this special journey into the world of stories—a delightful routine that sparks the joy of reading from the very beginning. |
| Title: | Family Games & Goodies |
| From: | 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| To: | 5:00 PM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| Location: | Youth Services |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Unplug and reconnect at our Family Games & Goodies program! Choose from our selection of board games for kids and their families while enjoying delicious and unique snacks. Simply show up, select a game from our collection, find a table, and start playing! Our staff will be available to explain rules and make recommendations based on age and interests. |
| Title: | Teen Takeover |
| From: | 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| To: | 5:00 PM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| Location: | Teen Zone |
| Audiences: | Young Adults Ages 13-18 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Teens ages 13–18 can make the afternoon their own! Each week features a spotlight activity—like a hands-on craft, a tech project, or a group game—plus a full menu of other activities to choose from. Mix, match, and explore at your own pace for a completely different experience every time you come. Bring a friend (or two) and take over the library together! |
| Title: | Tween Topics |
| From: | 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| To: | 5:00 PM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| Location: | Multipurpose Room |
| Audiences: | Tweens Ages 8-12 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Art, Technology, and Gaming! Join us every Tuesday for Tween Topics, a drop-in program just for ages 8–12. Hang out, create, and play—then come back the next week to discover something new! Challenge friends in Minecraft or on the Nintendo Switch (30-minute gaming sessions), experiment with hands-on technology like robotics, coding, and circuits, and explore a different art activity each week. Whether you’re a gamer, a tech enthusiast, or an aspiring artist, there’s always something new to try. Stop by anytime and make Tuesdays your time to create, connect, and have fun! |
| Title: | Jurassic Print |
| From: | 12:00 PM Wednesday, June 17, 2026 |
| To: | 1:00 PM Wednesday, June 17, 2026 |
| Location: | Rotunda |
| Audiences: | General Interest |
| Categories: | Computers & Technology > 3D Printing, Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Welcome to Jurassic Print: an event and learning experience that offers a hands-on introduction to the vast world of 3D printing. This year our theme is dinosaurs! The relics of our world. Come learn with us as we dive deep into the basic functionalities of a 3D printer, what it can do, and everything involved in creating your own 3D print. This is an 8-week program spanning through June and July. We have a surprise for those who attend and an even bigger surprise for those who can pass our final week quiz. 3D printing always finds a way. |
| Title: | Night at the Library |
| From: | 5:00 PM Thursday, June 18, 2026 |
| To: | 6:30 PM Thursday, June 18, 2026 |
| Location: | Youth Services |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 6-11 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Join us every Thursday at 5 PM for Night at the Library—a special evening for families to relax, connect, and explore together. Enjoy hands-on activities at your own pace, from crafts and science experiments to snacks and games, all built around a fun weekly theme. Whether you stay for a little while or the whole evening, it's a great way to make lasting memories with your kids! |
| Title: | Family Movie & Craft |
| From: | 2:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| To: | 4:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| Location: | Storytime Theater |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 6-11 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Every Friday, bring your children to the library for an afternoon of entertainment and creativity. While enjoying the movie, children and their caregivers can work together on a fun craft project related to the film's theme. Our staff will provide all necessary materials and guidance, making this a stress-free activity for everyone! |
| Title: | Joystick Jamboree (Video Games) |
| From: | 2:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| To: | 4:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| Location: | Rotunda |
| Audiences: | General Interest |
| Categories: | Computers & Technology > Gaming, Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Join us for a relaxed and social atmosphere where people of all ages and skill levels can drop in and play a variety of video games. Including games like Mario Kart World, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and maybe even some retro games that will take you back in time. Joystick Jamboree focuses on fun, easy participation, and community engagement. It's a great way to socialize, try out new games, and enjoy a different kind of library experience. |
| Title: | Cottonwood Concert: Mike Blakely |
| From: | 6:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| To: | 7:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| Location: | North Amphitheater |
| Audiences: | Adults 19+, General Interest |
| Categories: | Entertainment > Music / Cottonwood Concert, Summer Reading > Cottonwood Concert |
| Description: |
Join us for a Cottonwood Concert with singer/songwriter Mike Blakely! As a singer/songwriter, Mike Blakely has released 14 solo albums, performed all over the U.S. and has made 16 tours to Europe. His songs have been recorded by Alan Jackson, Gary P. Nunn, Red Steagall, Flaco Jimenez and Raul Malo, Walt Wilkins & The Mystiqueros, john Arthur martinez, Randy Brown, Geronimo Trevino III and Johnny Rodriguez, Johnny Bush, Jon Chandler, Bill Barwick and others. Mike is 1/3 of the trio, The Outlaw Firm, along with John Arthur Martinez and John M. Greenberg. The trio released its first album in 2023, self-titled, The Outlaw Firm. As an author, Mike has published 19 books with major New York City publishers. He won the Spur Award for Best Western Novel awarded by Western Writers of America. Mike is currently working on the sequel to A SINISTER SPLENDOR, which was released in February 2018. You can find more information on his website. His music is available to stream on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. As always, outdoor concerts will be moved indoors in case of inclement weather (heat, cold, rain or snow!) |
| Title: | Mike Blakely at the Summer Solstice |
| From: | 12:00 PM Saturday, June 20, 2026 |
| To: | 1:00 PM Saturday, June 20, 2026 |
| Location: | Rotunda |
| Audiences: | Adults 19+, General Interest |
| Categories: | Entertainment > Music / Cottonwood Concert, Summer Reading > Cottonwood Concert |
| Description: |
Join us for a celebration of the Summer Solstice with singer/songwriter Mike Blakely! As a singer/songwriter, Mike Blakely has released 14 solo albums, performed all over the U.S. and has made 16 tours to Europe. His songs have been recorded by Alan Jackson, Gary P. Nunn, Red Steagall, Flaco Jimenez and Raul Malo, Walt Wilkins & The Mystiqueros, john Arthur martinez, Randy Brown, Geronimo Trevino III and Johnny Rodriguez, Johnny Bush, Jon Chandler, Bill Barwick and others. Mike is 1/3 of the trio, The Outlaw Firm, along with John Arthur Martinez and John M. Greenberg. The trio released its first album in 2023, self-titled, The Outlaw Firm. As an author, Mike has published 19 books with major New York City publishers. He won the Spur Award for Best Western Novel awarded by Western Writers of America. Mike is currently working on the sequel to A SINISTER SPLENDOR, which was released in February 2018. You can find more information on his website. His music is available to stream on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. |
| Title: | Music and Magic You Can Dig with Pint Size Polkas: Storytime & Guest Performance |
| From: | 11:00 AM Monday, June 22, 2026 |
| To: | 12:00 PM Monday, June 22, 2026 |
| Location: | Multipurpose Room |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading > Storytime |
| Description: |
Bring the whole family and dig into history, exploration, and discovery with Mike Schneider’s Pint Size Polka! This lively, interactive show uses music, magic, and comedy to explore everything from early inventions and legendary folk tales to dinosaurs and iconic adventure themes, all tied together by the joy of digging into the past. With plenty of laughs, surprising magical moments, and shared “wow” experiences, it’s a joyful program you’ll remember long after the final note.
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| Title: | Music and Magic You Can Dig with Pint Size Polkas: Storytime & Guest Performance |
| From: | 5:00 PM Monday, June 22, 2026 |
| To: | 6:00 PM Monday, June 22, 2026 |
| Location: | Multipurpose Room |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading > Storytime |
| Description: |
Bring the whole family and dig into history, exploration, and discovery with Mike Schneider’s Pint Size Polka! This lively, interactive show uses music, magic, and comedy to explore everything from early inventions and legendary folk tales to dinosaurs and iconic adventure themes, all tied together by the joy of digging into the past. With plenty of laughs, surprising magical moments, and shared “wow” experiences, it’s a joyful program you’ll remember long after the final note.
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| Title: | Baby Storytime |
| From: | 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 23, 2026 |
| To: | 10:30 AM Tuesday, June 23, 2026 |
| Location: | Storytime Theater |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading > Storytime |
| Description: |
Introduce your little one to the magic of books at our Baby Storytime! Tailored for new parents and their infants, this cozy weekly event is a perfect way to nurture early literacy skills and foster a love for books. Books and songs are chosen to captivate the tiniest of listeners, creating a warm and bonding experience for both baby and parent. Join us regularly for this special journey into the world of stories—a delightful routine that sparks the joy of reading from the very beginning. |
| Title: | Family Games & Goodies |
| From: | 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 23, 2026 |
| To: | 5:00 PM Tuesday, June 23, 2026 |
| Location: | Youth Services |
| Audiences: | Children Ages 0-5 |
| Categories: | Summer Reading |
| Description: |
Unplug and reconnect at our Family Games & Goodies program! Choose from our selection of board games for kids and their families while enjoying delicious and unique snacks. Simply show up, select a game from our collection, find a table, and start playing! Our staff will be available to explain rules and make recommendations based on age and interests. |