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Fall in the Valley
Pumpkins, farm stands and foliage with little ones.
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Ages 0 to 5
Rainy day guide
Indoor plans across the Farmington Valley, from free library mornings to a splurge worth the drive.
Free and cheap
The library loop
- Avon Free Public LibraryAvon
Head to the second floor.
- Simsbury Public LibrarySimsbury
A free rainy morning, close to home.
- Farmington LibraryFarmington
Free, indoors, easy.
- West Hartford Public LibraryWest Hartford
Free, indoors, easy.
Check each library's website for kids' program days and times before you go.
Worth the splurge
Pay a little, play a lot
- Bloom Mama & Me PlayCaféSouthington
Reservation-based open play and café. Worth the drive.
- The Book ClubWest Hartford
Kids literacy and enrichment studio with story-based classes.
Prices and hours change. Check the business's website before you go.
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Ages 0 to 2
Baby friendly
Easy outings when you have a stroller and a nap schedule.
Free
Free this weekend
Our favorite free plans across the five towns.
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