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

Mythology Monday

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
This event is in the "Adults" group.

A Year in Kimono

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lecture
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Robyn Mortiboys of Sono Kimono, and secretary of Japan Society of Fairfield County, will be leading this fun and interactive presentation starting with the history of kimono from its origins to modern day fashion.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Education
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.

One-on-One Tech Help

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Class
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed by technology? Need help getting the hang of your smartphone or laptop? Join us for One-on-One Tech Help in the 2CF Studio!

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

Teen: Paint Your Pet!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join watercolor artist Nancy Roman as she offers this creative painting workshop for teens!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of music from three highly accomplished professional guitarists. Dave Giardina, Rich Goldstein, and Frank Varela are not only favorites of the Connecticut Guitar Society, but of New England area audiences at large.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Friends

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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.
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 will be reading "The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry" by Gabrielle Zevin.

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

Bedtime Stories

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Children's Story Nook
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School Age
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For families with kids ages 6 & under.

No registration needed.

Put on your P.J.’s, grab your teddy bear, and settle down for a half-hour of stories songs and rhymes.   

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chapter Chasers: A Walking Book Club

9:00am - 10:00am
Book Discussion, Health & Wellness
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Meet in the lobby at Riverfront Community Center (300 Welles Street).

Introducing the Chapter Chasers – a new seasonal walking book club for active senior readers!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women and Money Virtual Roundtable

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Finances
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 85
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 "Elementary School Age" group.

Stories & Snacks: Smart Cookies

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Food, Storytime
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Elementary School Age
Program Type: Food, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

For kids in grades K-2

Registration begins May 1 for residents; May 13 for nonresidents. 

Gather around, friends! It's storytime with "The Smart Cookie" by Jory John.

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

6:30pm - 7:30pm
TAB
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: 2CF Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TAB
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18

Join the Teen Advisory Board and share your ideas for programs, materials, and improvements we can make in the Teen Department. In addition to giving your opinion, you can earn volunteer/community service hours. This is a monthly program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Book Discussion, Food
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

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tween and Teen Anime Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Movie
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Friends Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Come watch and discuss anime! A variety of anime will be shown throughout this series.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Lunch & Learn: Confidence Tips for People Pleasers

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 90
Event Details:

*THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM*

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

This month's topic is confidence!