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Name: Gobble Gobble: Thanksgiving Storytime
Start: 2024-11-25T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-25T10:45:00-05:00
Location: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Featured Events

Gobble Gobble: Thanksgiving Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Baby, Toddler, Preschool

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Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Room: Friends Room

Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Event Details:

For families with kids ages 5 & under

No registration required

This Thanksgiving themed storytime will be a feast of stories, rhymes, and songs. Stories are selected to appeal to children ages 2-

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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.

Make Art Monday

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm

2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Elementary School Age

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Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Room: 2CF Studio

Age Group: Elementary School Age

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

For kids in grades K-6

No registration needed.

We’ll provide the materials, you provide the creativity. Visit the 2CF Studio between 4:15 and 5:15 pm to make a masterpiece.

Indigenous Peoples of Glastonbury

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Room: Friends Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lecture

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

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Back by popular demand! Just in time for National Native American Heritage Month!

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

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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.

Holiday Story Break

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Baby, Toddler, Preschool

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Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Room: Friends Room

Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Event Details:

For families with kids ages 5 & under

No registration required.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations with seasonal stories, rhymes and songs. Stories are select

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.

Poetry Reading: David Vasquenza

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Friends Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Room: Friends Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion

Required

Seats Remaining: 59

Event Details:

Join us for a reading from CT poet, David Vasquenza. Vasquenza is the founder of WINS For Life. He has led a multifaceted career in education, human services, coaching, and motivational public speaking.

Fiber Arts Friends

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

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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.

Glowforge Laser Cutter with some example pieces around it.

Glowforge Laser Cutter Demo

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

2CF Studio at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop

Age Group:

Children, Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Room: 2CF Studio

Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop

Event Details:

Come and watch as we demonstrate our Glowforge laser engraver. Get some insight on how the laser engraver works and what software we use to make our prints come out extra awesome! Drop in!

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Glastonbury Room at Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library

Room: Glastonbury Room

Age Group: Adults

Required

Seats Remaining: 14

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.

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9 am				This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Rain or Shine Storytime 9:30am - 10:00am Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School Age Storytime This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: Children's Terrace Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School Age Program Type: Storytime Event Details: For families with kids ages 6 & under 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.
10 am					This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group. Wee Rock in the Waves 10:00am - 10:45am Baby, Toddler, Preschool This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: Friends Room Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool Event Details: Families with kids ages 6 & under No registration needed. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. “Fiber Arts Friends” Kickoff Lesson: Knit a Mug Rug 11:00am - 12:00pm Teens, Adults Arts & Crafts Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: 2CF Studio Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Learn the basics of hand knitting by making yourself a coaster or “mug rug.” Whether you're an absolute novice or you want to refresh some rusty skills, this beginner class will get you going!			This event is in the "Adults" group. Virtual Lunch & Learn: Skin Cancer Prevention 11:30am - 12:30pm Adults Health & Wellness, Lecture Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lecture Required Seats Remaining: 84 Event Details: Grab a notebook and a PB&J for this monthly lunchtime webinar series presented on Zoom!
12 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Fiber Arts Friends 12:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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2 pm					This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Beach Crafts: Perler Beads 2:30pm - 4:30pm Elementary School Age Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: 2CF Studio Age Group: Elementary School Age Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: For kids ENTERING grades K-6. No registration needed; drop-in anytime during the time frame listed. What sea creature can you create with Perler Beads?
3 pm	This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Let's Build: Sink or Swim 3:00pm - 4:15pm Elementary School Age STEAM Closed Required This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: 2CF Studio Age Group: Elementary School Age Program Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: For kids ENTERING grades 1-6. Registration begins July 10 for residents; July 15 for nonresidents. Beat the heat and get ready to build something cool with our awesome collection of Lego® bricks.			This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Seaside Snacks 3:00pm - 4:00pm Elementary School Age Food Closed Required This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: 2CF Studio Age Group: Elementary School Age Program Type: Food Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: For kids ENTERING grades 3-6. Registration begins July 13 for residents; July 18 for nonresidents. Make some fun food for afternoon snacking, with or without the sand. Edible sea creatures, sand and surf are on the menu. YUM! 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Teddy Bear Beach Party Sleepover: Drop Off Day 6:30pm - 7:30pm Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School Age Arts & Crafts, Storytime Closed Required This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Preschool" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: Children's Terrace Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School Age Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: For Families with kids ages 3-5 & ENTERING grades K-1 Registration begins July 11 for residents; July 15 for nonresidents. Your Teddy Bear wants to have fun this summer too! 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. Gentle Yoga with EmbodyYou Holistic Wellness 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Health & Wellness Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: Library Front Lawn Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Gentle yoga is a way to calm the nervous system and equally strengthen and stretch the muscles.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. College Essay Writing Workshop 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens, Adults Education, Workshop Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Welles-Turner Memorial Library Room: Friends Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Education, Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 35 Event Details: With recent college admissions changes, the importance of the application essay has grown, and college essays can be intimidating.

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For kids ENTERING grades K-6.

No registration needed; drop-in anytime during the time frame listed.

For kids ENTERING grades 1-6.

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

For kids ENTERING grades 3-6.

Registration begins July 13 for residents; July 18 for nonresidents.

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For Families with kids ages 3-5 & ENTERING grades K-1

Registration begins July 11 for residents; July 15 for nonresidents.

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