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Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for y...

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

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for your next creation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Club

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

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

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Drop-in 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn to Play Bridge

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play bridge? Join Annmarie Hughes, a representative of the Hartford Bridge Club, as she teaches you the rules, skills, and strategies needed to...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play bridge?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Night Book Club: Hello Beautiful

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
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 Des...

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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

2CF Studio Grand Re-Opening!

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for the grand reopening of the 2CF Studio! We'll be showcasing our latest tech, including 3D printers, a laser engraver, and a CNC machine. Plus, learn about upcoming event...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Children, Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us for the grand reopening of the 2CF Studio! We'll be showcasing our latest tech, including 3D printers, a laser engraver, and a CNC machine. Plus, learn about upcoming events and book one-on-one sessions.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CT's Bald Eagles

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know that you can spot a bald eagle right in Glastonbury? Bald eagles were once so endangered that many considered whether to replace them as America’s national symbol. The...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture, Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Did you know that you can spot a bald eagle right in Glastonbury? Bald eagles were once so endangered that many considered whether to replace them as America’s national symbol.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for y...

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

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for your next creation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

2nd Tuesday Book Club: Maid

Tuesday, January 14, 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...

Event Details:

This month we're reading: "Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive" by Stephanie Land.At 28, Stephanie Land’s dreams of attending university and becoming a writer ...

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: "Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive" by Stephanie Land.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Engraved Portraits using the Glowforge Pro

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come and learn how to engrave any picture / image of your choosing into wood material using our laser engraver. Find out what free software you can use to touch up blurry pictures,...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Come and learn how to engrave any picture / image of your choosing into wood material using our laser engraver. Find out what free software you can use to touch up blurry pictures, enhance, and get an image laser ready!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Lunch & Learn: Disney Travel Tips

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Virtual Lunch & Learn:

Grab a notebook and a PB&J for this monthly lunchtime webinar series presented on Zoom!

Event Details:

This month's topic is Disney travel!Hiya, pals! We welcome you to the magic of Disney vacation planning. Join Tara Neaderhiser as she fills us in on the must-do's for travel, from ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 95
Event Details:

Grab a notebook and a PB&J for this monthly lunchtime webinar series presented on Zoom!

This month's topic is Disney travel!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women and Money Roundtable

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Finances, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
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.Reg...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn to Play Bridge

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play bridge? Join Annmarie Hughes, a representative of the Hartford Bridge Club, as she teaches you the rules, skills, and strategies needed to...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play bridge?

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

Virtual Author Talk: TJ Klune

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*Join New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune for an enchanting conversation on his Cerulean Chronicles, focusing on his newest release, Somewhere Beyo...

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

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

Library Closed

All Day
Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Closing
Branches:
Welles-Turner Memorial Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for y...

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

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for your next creation.

This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Create your own 3D Printed Pendant using TinkerCAD

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Create your own custom 3D pendant using the online software TinkerCAD. Learn how to manipulate 3D files to make your desired shape and design. Once completed your item will be 3D p...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Create your own custom 3D pendant using the online software TinkerCAD. Learn how to manipulate 3D files to make your desired shape and design. Once completed your item will be 3D printed and is all yours! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn to Play Bridge

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play bridge? Join Annmarie Hughes, a representative of the Hartford Bridge Club, as she teaches you the rules, skills, and strategies needed to...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play bridge?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get a rapid introduction to artificial intelligence! In this lecture, Mary McPheat will touch on key concepts, generative AI, and privacy considerations. This talk offers hands-on ...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Get a rapid introduction to artificial intelligence! In this lecture, Mary McPheat will touch on key concepts, generative AI, and privacy considerations.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Author Talk: The Year of Magical Overthinking with Amanda Montell

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*Join us for a conversation with New York Times bestselling author Amanda Montell about her latest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern ...

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*

CLOSED - Staff Training

All Day
Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Closing
Branches:
Welles-Turner Memorial Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Food
Age Group:
Adults
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 learn...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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, January 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for y...

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

Knit, crochet, quilt, or stitch your way through the afternoon with others who share your passion for the fiber arts. Bring your own project, ask for advice, and get inspired for your next creation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Author Talk: An Inside Look at Working with a Literary Agent

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*If you're writing a book or thinking about it, join us for an insider's guide to the early stages of publishing with Seth Fishman, Vice President and Lit...

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

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Create your own "Harry Potter" styled wanted poster using Augmented Reality

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

With the power of augmented reality you will be able to create "Harry Potter" styled wanted posters and have your images come to life just like in the films! We will show you how t...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Children, Elementary School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

With the power of augmented reality you will be able to create "Harry Potter" styled wanted posters and have your images come to life just like in the films! We will show you how this is done using a few pieces of software.