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 Lucy Robbins Welles Library

Teen April and May 2022 Events

Lucy Robbins Welles Library | 100 Garfield Street | Newington, CT 06111
Telephone: 860-665-8700 |  Fax: 860-666-0034
Please call 860-665-8700 to register for programs. 
 
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Nutmeg Book Award Voting
It's time to vote for your favorite 2022 Nutmeg nominee. Ballots will be available in the Children's department.

card tin robot with junk scraps

Teen Grab & Go: Junk Drawer Robots
Monday, April 11
For grades 6-12. Have fun designing your own mini robot with recyclable items you can find in your junk drawer at home! Starting on April 11, drop in or call and reserve your kit. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.







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Teen Anime Club
Thursday, April 14, 5:30 p.m.
For grades 6 –12. Hang out and talk all things anime with other fans! This meeting will include an anime showing. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 





teen book club

Teen Book Club
Thursday, May 5, 3:30-4:15 p.m.
For grades 6 – 12. Join us to discuss The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. The library will have a limited supply of copies available. Registration required. 
 





TAB teen advisory board


Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Monday, May 9, 3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
For grades 6 – 12. Help us make the library a better place for you! Give input on teen events, and help develop the collection of teen materials. Earn a community service hour for sharing your opinion! You must be willing to participate in discussions. Registration is required.





oceans of possibilities kayaker


2022 Summer Reading:
 Stay tuned for Oceans of Possibilities this summer! Both our Children’s and Teen summer reading programs will start on Friday, June 1, and end on Wednesday, August 24. There will be activities and prize giveaways! More information to come on both programs. 





reading recommendations

Customized Reading Recommendations
Need help finding a book? Answer some questions online by filling out a special form (located on the teen webpage) and we will choose up to 5 customized book suggestions for you.



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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