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The Hartford Circus Fire

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

In 1944, one of the worst fire disasters in American history occurred right in Hartford. The circus fire has lived in the memories of survivors and the imaginations of Connecticans ever since.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

In 1944, one of the worst fire disasters in American history occurred right in Hartford. The circus fire has lived in the memories of survivors and the imaginations of Connecticans ever since.

Disclaimer(s)

Duplicate Registrations

Duplicate registrations will be removed from the guest list. Each attendee must be registered with a unique name to secure their spot in the program. If you are registering multiple participants, please provide a distinct name for each individual. Thank you for your cooperation!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Paint Bliss - Mystery Theme

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

Come and join us in painting on canvas and with various kinds of paint. A theme will be shown on the day of the program and we will try our best to paint our version of it. What's the theme you ask? Its a secret!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: 2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and join us in painting on canvas and with various kinds of paint. A theme will be shown on the day of the program and we will try our best to paint our version of it. What's the theme you ask? Its a secret!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to practice speaking English with other language learners at this monthly conversation group. Improve your English communication skills and increase your confidence in the language.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to practice speaking English with other language learners at this monthly conversation group. Improve your English communication skills and increase your confidence in the language.

Disclaimer(s)

Duplicate Registrations

Duplicate registrations will be removed from the guest list. Each attendee must be registered with a unique name to secure their spot in the program. If you are registering multiple participants, please provide a distinct name for each individual. Thank you for your cooperation!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Author Talk: Thriving with Anxiety with Dr. David H. Rosmarin

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Health & Wellness, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Health & Wellness, Virtual
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

GHS & WTML Present... An Evening of Rhyme & Rhetoric

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Commons at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Education, Lecture, Other, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

You are cordially invited to “An Evening of Rhyme & Rhetoric." This special event, hosted by the Glastonbury High School English Department in conjunction with Welles-Turner Memorial Library, is designed to celebrate the accomplishments of Gla

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: The Commons
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Education, Lecture, Other, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

You are cordially invited to “An Evening of Rhyme & Rhetoric." This special event, hosted by the Glastonbury High School English Department in conjunction with Welles-Turner Memorial Library, is designed to celebrate the accomplishments of Gla

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Night Book Club: North Woods

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Come talk books with other bibliophiles! This book group will meet on the second Thursday of the month. Limited copies of the current selection will be available at the Lending Desk. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Come talk books with other bibliophiles! This book group will meet on the second Thursday of the month. Limited copies of the current selection will be available at the Lending Desk. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children in Grades K-6" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Friends of WTML Spring Book Sale

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Library Front Lawn at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Children in Grades K-6, Preschoolers, Babies & Toddlers

Join us for a spectacular spring book sale on the lawn at WTML! Discover amazing deals on a wide selection of books, puzzles, DVDs, and CDs—perfect for every reader and collector!

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Library Front Lawn
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Children in Grades K-6, Preschoolers, Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Join us for a spectacular spring book sale on the lawn at WTML! Discover amazing deals on a wide selection of books, puzzles, DVDs, and CDs—perfect for every reader and collector!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board Meeting

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Print on Tote Bags!

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Teens

In this class we are going to use our sublimation printer to print images on totes bags which will be provided. As we get closer to the class date we will email you for images you would like on the bag.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: 2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this class we are going to use our sublimation printer to print images on totes bags which will be provided. As we get closer to the class date we will email you for images you would like on the bag.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Film Screening & Discussion: We're All Plastic People Now

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Come join WTML and Glastonbury TALK's Environmental Action Team for an eye-opening view about the impact of plastics on your health.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join WTML and Glastonbury TALK's Environmental Action Team for an eye-opening view about the impact of plastics on your health.

Disclaimer(s)

Duplicate Registrations

Duplicate registrations will be removed from the guest list. Each attendee must be registered with a unique name to secure their spot in the program. If you are registering multiple participants, please provide a distinct name for each individual. Thank you for your cooperation!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

2nd Tuesday Book Club: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
2nd Tuesday Book Club:

Come talk books with other bibliophiles! This book group will meet on the second Tuesday of the month. Limited copies of the current selection will be available at the Lending Desk...

This month we're reading: "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone" by Lori Gottlieb.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Come talk books with other bibliophiles! This book group will meet on the second Tuesday of the month. Limited copies of the current selection will be available at the Lending Desk. Registration is not required.

This month we're reading: "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone" by Lori Gottlieb.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CANCELED Artist Reception: A Potpourri of Art by Micky Welles

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Gallery at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Exhibits
Age Group:
Adults

Please visit the gallery any time to enjoy newest exhibit. 

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the artist reception has been canceled.  Please accept our apology for any inconvenience.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: The Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibits
Event Details:

Please visit the gallery any time to enjoy newest exhibit. 

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the artist reception has been canceled.  Please accept our apology for any inconvenience.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women and Money Roundtable

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Finances, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone will lead a lively and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone will lead a lively and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.

Disclaimer(s)

Duplicate Registrations

Duplicate registrations will be removed from the guest list. Each attendee must be registered with a unique name to secure their spot in the program. If you are registering multiple participants, please provide a distinct name for each individual. Thank you for your cooperation!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Author Talk: Liann Zhang

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Virtual
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club: Chinese Enough

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, Book Discussion, Food
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all home chefs! Cook the recipe at home and then bring your creation in to share each month. Talk about what went right, what went wrong, and tips and tricks that you learned while tackling your recipe.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 2CF Studio, Book Discussion, Food
Event Details:

Calling all home chefs! Cook the recipe at home and then bring your creation in to share each month. Talk about what went right, what went wrong, and tips and tricks that you learned while tackling your recipe.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children in Grades K-6" group.

Green Screen Movie Magic

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Children in Grades K-6

Come and be a star! Using are green screen and video editing software, we can place you in any background, video or still image. Want to be in the north pole? You got it. Want to be swimming with shark? Sure why not.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Children in Grades K-6
Program Type: 2CF Studio, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and be a star! Using are green screen and video editing software, we can place you in any background, video or still image. Want to be in the north pole? You got it. Want to be swimming with shark? Sure why not.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Author Talk: "The Genius of Judy" with Rachelle Bergstein

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Virtual
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 2CF Studio, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Start your afternoon with a knitting, crochet, quilting, or sewing project and some good conversation at WTML! Join us in the 2CF Studio, our newly opened area where “makers” in the community can meet to learn from each other.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career Navigation for Job Seekers with American Job Center

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults

Embark on a job-seeking adventure with the American Job Center!

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Embark on a job-seeking adventure with the American Job Center!