Great Decisions
Great Decisions is a nationally based program run by the Foreign Policy Association. Simsbury has two groups who meet weekly for 8 consecutive sessions lasting approximately 1 ½ hours. A summary of each topic is contained in a program guide, and consists of 10-12 pages of background material as well as optional references. Several questions are also provided which can serve to frame the discussion.
A volunteer leads every session, and group members are encouraged to participate to whatever degree they feel comfortable. The guides will be for sale at the Information desk (cash or check only). Please note that the discussion groups do not necessarily follow the order of topics as presented in the guide and the Library will not have info on what subject is being discussed on any particular date.
A morning group will meet during the program’s duration. If you would like to join or have questions, please contact Greg Golinski at 860-658-0537 or even better: Gregory_golinski@yahoo.com
There is an evening group that will meet. If you are interested in joining or have any questions about the evening group, please contact Charlie Dahlberg at 860-658-2577 or cwdahlberg@hotmail.com
Night of 1000 Stars
- This hometown event features local notables who each read aloud a passage from a favorite work, ranging from fiction and poetry to speeches and children’s books.
Spring & Autumn Bus Trips
- Bus Trips are scheduled in the Spring and Fall. In 2026, the Spring Bus Trip was a visit to Blithewold Manor, Gardens and Arboretum in Bristol, RI, and the Autumn Bus Trip is scheduled for The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in Hyde Park, New York.
Annual Meeting & Author Luncheon
- The Annual Meeting and Author Luncheon takes place in the Spring. When the author is announced, you will be able to access a webpage link to more information and ticket availability. Past authors have included Patti Callhan Henry, Claire Messud, Geraldine Brooks, and Adriana Trigiani.
Giant Used Book Sale
- The Annual Book Sale collects materials throughout the summer months and the Giant Used Book Sale Weekend is scheduled in the Fall. All proceeds from the sale directly support programs and services at the library.