Lucy Robbins Welles LibraryAdult Events Newsletter for July 2020
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Lucy Robbins Welles Library | 95 Cedar Street | Newington, CT 06111 Telephone: 860-665-8700 | Fax: 860-667-1255
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You can call to register for programs. For Adult or Teen: 860-665-8700 For Children's: 860-665-8720
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How to Access Our Virtual Programs- Some events will take place through Zoom and will require registration. Registrants will receive a link to access the program.
- Some events will be offered on our YouTube Channel. and some will require registration.
- Some events will be offered on FaceBook Live and may require registration. See details listed under each program description.
- Some of our library programs with community partners will be available on NCTV on Tuesdays @10:00 a.m. and Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m. throughout July and August.
- Link to Adult Events Page
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Page Turners Book Discussion (Virtual) Thursday, July 2, 7:00 p.m.
Join us for a lively discussion about books! Share what you are reading and listening to. The discussion will be held through Zoom and be facilitated by a library staff member. Please call 860-665-8700 to register and a link will be emailed to you prior to the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Job Search Strategies for the New Normal (Virtual) Tuesday, July 7
Living in a new normal requires strategies for the times. Join Deb Krawiec, Founder and Principle Career Management Consultant from Arrow Career Consulting, to learn about three proven strategies successful job seekers utilize to keep themselves moving forward!?Access to this program will be available 7/7 by clicking on a link that will be provided on the day of the program.
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Digital Library at Home:OverDrive & Hoopla (Virtual) Wednesday, July 8
Learn how to access some of our popular digital services right from home!? We will walk through both OverDrive and Hoopla to download countless forms of free entertainment, from ebooks and audiobooks to shows and music albums.Access to this program will be available 7/8 by clicking on a link that will be provided on the day of the program.
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Grab and Go Coloring and Crafts Thursday, July 9, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
We are happy to offer crafts and coloring ready for pickup. Please note that supplies are limited and may include things you have at home. Call to register to reserve a craft bag.
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Made in Connecticut: Labyrinth Brewing Company of Manchester (Virtual) Monday, July 13, 6:30 p.m.
Adam Delaura, co-owner of Labyrinth Brewing Company, will give a live virtual program about his craft brewery located in historic downtown Manchester, and the business of making beer. See how and where the beer is made and enjoy as Adam shares his passion and knowledge of all things beer. Have your questions ready. Program is available via Zoom. Please call 860-665-8700 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Self-Hypnosis with Michele (Virtual) Tuesday, July 14 - Part 1 Thursday, July 16 - Part 2
In this two-part program, library staff and professional hypnotist Michele Rousseau will teach and guide you through self-hypnosis.Part 1 will be a discussion of hypnosis in general,Part 2 will offer a guided hypnosis procedure that you can participate in as an example of how hypnosis for self-improvement works. Program is available via Zoom.
Access to part 1 of this program will be available 7/14 by clicking on a link that will be provided on the day of the program.
Access to part 2 of this program will be available 7/16 by clicking on a link that will be provided on the day of the program.
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Gentle Yoga with Cynthia Wolcott (Virtual) Wednesday, July 15
This is a very gentle yoga class with a focus on awareness, alignment and breathing as well as stretching and strengthening. This class is great for reducing stress and increasing awareness. Join librian and yoga instructor, Cynthia Wolcott, for this special class.Access to this program will be available 7/15 by clicking on a link that will be provided on the day of the program.
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ReDefined READS- Book Page Coasters (Virtual) Tuesday, July 21
Watch and learn how to make coasters from book pages with Library Director Lisa Masten. Call to register for a Grab & Go kit to make your own coasters beginning on July 14. Please call 860-665-8700 to register. A link will be provided on the day of the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Intermediate Yoga with Ellen Brown (Virtual) Wednesday, July 22
This might be the class for you if you have some familiarity with yoga postures and want to further explore the practice of yoga. Sticky Yoga mats and blankets are highly recommended. Join Ellen Miller, from Newington Parks and Recreation Yoga, for this virtual class.Access to this program will be available 7/22 by clicking on a link that will be provided on the day of the program.
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Covid 19 on the Front Lines (Virtual) Thursday, July 23
Librarian Joan Quasnitschka will interview her daughter Anne, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, about her five week experience working with Covid-19 patients in an ICU in a Brooklyn hospital.Access to this program will be available 7/23 by clicking on a link that will be provided on the day of the program.
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Grab and Go Coloring and Crafts Wednesday,July 29, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We are happy to offer crafts and coloring ready for pickup. Please note that supplies are limited and may include things you have at home. Call to register to reserve a craft bag.
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Virtual Wine Tasting Thursday, July 30, 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a virtual tasting of wines from three of the world’s favorite wine grapes! We will explore wines made from Sauvignon Blanc, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. Following the presentation of each grape, there will be a chance to ask questions and comment on the wines tasted. No purchase is necessary to participate but if you like you may taste along with presenter Jon Haight of Wineunwrapped.com. A list of suggested wines will be available on request. Program is available through Zoom. Please call 860-665-8700 to register and a link will be emailed to you prior to the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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The Friends of the Library sponsor many of these programs. If you would like to become a member of the Friends, please click on the image and you will be taken to the Friends' page. Thank you!
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