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Movie Monday: Wonka

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Rated PG. Runtime: 116 minutes.A sweet musical comedy about the origin of Willy Wonka. Discover how a young chocolate maker used his pure imagination to overcome obstacles with an ...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Rated PG. Runtime: 116 minutes.

A sweet musical comedy about the origin of Willy Wonka.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club

Monday, July 15, 2024 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, July 16, 2024 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 Lunch & Learn: Sustainable CT

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Grab a notebook and a PB&J for this monthly lunchtime webinar series presented on Zoom!This month's topic is SustainableCT! Join Inez Ortiz to discover Sustainable CT's impact ...

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

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

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

Elementary Nutmegs: The Sweetest Scoop

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

For kids entering grades 1-3Registration begins July 10 for residents; July 15 for nonresidents.Sink your teeth into the delicious world of ice cream with Lisa Robinson's The Sweet...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

For kids entering grades 1-3

Registration begins July 10 for residents; July 15 for nonresidents.

Sink your teeth into the delicious world of ice cream with Lisa Robinson's The

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group.

Little Bookworms

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

For families with kids ages 6 & underNo registration is needed. Join the Children's Librarians in the Friends Room for this drop-in storytime filled with stories, songs, a...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For families with kids ages 6 & under

No registration is needed. 

Join the Children's Librarians in the Friends Room for this drop-in storytime filled with stories, songs, action rhymes and fun for the family.

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 "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group.

Mother Goose

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

For babies birth – 18 months with a parent or caregiverNo registration needed.Short rhymes, songs, finger plays, and books introduce babies to the wonders of language.  A play...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For babies birth – 18 months with a parent or caregiver

No registration needed.

Short rhymes, songs, finger plays, and books introduce babies to the wonders of language.  A playtime w

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

Earth Agents: Bee Robots

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

For kids entering grades 3-6Registration begins July 12 for residents; July 17 for non-residents.Explore why bees are so important in nature from the flowers we see to the food we ...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

For kids entering grades 3-6

Registration begins July 12 for residents; July 17 for non-residents.

Explore why bees are so important in nature from the flowers we see to the food we eat.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Composting at Home

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ready to go green at home? Join Mike Manfre (Superintendent of Sanitation for the Town of Glastonbury) and Alastair Ong, Esq. (certified UConn Master Composter) to learn the secret...

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

Ready to go green at home?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 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.

Readers & Writers Book Club

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking to hone your writing skills by learning what the experts have to say? Are you interested in meeting up with other local writers to discuss the art? Join the Readers...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Are you looking to hone your writing skills by learning what the experts have to say? Are you interested in meeting up with other local writers to discuss the art? Join the Readers & Writers Book Club!

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group.

Little Bookworms

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

For families with kids ages 6 & underNo registration is needed. Join the Children's Librarians in the Friends Room for this drop-in storytime filled with stories, songs, a...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For families with kids ages 6 & under

No registration is needed. 

Join the Children's Librarians in the Friends Room for this drop-in storytime filled with stories, songs, action rhymes and fun for the family.

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 "Elementary School Age" group.

Let's Build: LEGO® Brick Creations

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:15am
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

For kids entering grades 1-6Registration begins July 19 for residents; July 24 for nonresidents.Kids will tackle exciting challenges using LEGO® bricks to build and create.  W...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

For kids entering grades 1-6

Registration begins July 19 for residents; July 24 for nonresidents.

Kids will tackle exciting challenges using LEGO® bricks to build and create.

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

Movie Monday: A Bug's Life

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Elementary School Age
Event Details:

Rated G. Runtime: 96 minutes.When greedy grasshoppers keep bugging his colony, a tiny insect comes up with a big idea to hire “warrior bugs” to save his food, family, and friends.&...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Rated G. Runtime: 96 minutes.

When greedy grasshoppers keep bugging his colony, a tiny insect comes up with a big idea to hire “warrior bugs” to save his food, family, and friends. 

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

Sustainable Stitching: Creative Mending Workshop

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on workshop, led by Ashley Parker of Sew This, where you'll learn basic sewing skills to mend clothing and add beautiful hand embroidery to your garments.Bring ...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on workshop, led by Ashley Parker of Sew This, where you'll learn basic sewing skills to mend clothing and add beautiful hand embroidery to your garments.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 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.

First Friday Films: Some Like It Hot

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a movie on our big screen! Registration is not required.This month we will be watching "Some Like It Hot" (1959)Starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon.No...

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

Join us for a movie on our big screen! Registration is not required.

This month we will be watching "Some Like It Hot" (1959)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Macramé Workshop for Adults

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Instructor, Vanessa Fasanella, will teach us all about basic macrame knots, designs, and supplies. Attendees will go home with a knotted plant hanger or piece of wall art. Particip...

Required
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Instructor, Vanessa Fasanella, will teach us all about basic macrame knots, designs, and supplies. Attendees will go home with a knotted plant hanger or piece of wall art. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ideas.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 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, August 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Education
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 ...

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Glastonbury Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
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. Drop-in; no registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Author Talk: Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Dr. Jennifer Levasseur

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smith...

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

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Night Book Club: Portrait of a Thief

Thursday, August 8, 2024 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 "Adults" group.

Homegrown String Band in Concert

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Homegrown String Band celebrates the American tradition of families making music together.This band's repertoire includes a healthy portion of early country music classics by t...

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

The Homegrown String Band celebrates the American tradition of families making music together.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Friends Room 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: Friends Room
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.