WHPL Mission Statement
Explore, Learn, Connect.
Approved by the West Hartford Public Library Board, November 28, 2011
Goals for 2012 - 2015 to meet our mission will be to:
1. Provide excellent customer service through a commitment to staff training and improved internal communication.
2. Make the library West Hartford's focal point for community dialog and the open sharing of ideas.
3. Realize the full potential of technology to improve the delivery of information to the West Hartford community.
4. Strengthen external communications.
Taking Care of Your Mental Health On Wednesday, 1/31 at 6:30PM, learn how various life stressors can impact your mental health and what skills you can utilize to take care of your mental wellness. In addition, symptoms of anxiety and depression…
Read More »Author Talk: Mary Lowengard's The Bucknoll Cottage Chronicles In The Bucknoll Cottage Chronicles, author Mary Lowengard reveals herself to be a long-time West Hartford resident on the first page. On January 24, 2024 she returns to the West…
Read More »Snuggle into the winter season and enjoy our Winter Reading Challenge for adults! (December 1 through February 29). Download the BINGO board here to get started, or stop by any West Hartford Public Library service desk to sign up. Read books and…
Read More »Upcoming Adult Programs Winter Reading Challenge For Adults - Through February 29 Virtual Author Talk with Academy Award Nominated Jena Friedman - Thursday, 1/4 at 6:30PM Practice English at Faxon - Friday, 1/5 at 10AM A…
Read More »2023 Staff Picks The West Hartford Public Library's staff has chosen their favorite books and movies of 2023. Click here to view them! More Information Author Talk: Darrell Hartman's Battle of Ink and Ice A frank portrayal of…
Read More »Estate Planning Documents Overview and Recent Law Changes In this program, you’ll learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney (POA), and healthcare directives. You’ll walk away understanding what these documents are for, and what you…
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