Lucy Robbins Welles Library

Adult Events Newsletter for December 2017

Adults

Hour of Code

Friday, December 1, 6:30 p.m.

All ages!

Join us for a special after-hours event in collaboration with Newington Public Schools.
To kick off Hour of Code week, take a look at fun and innovative technology, along with special projects from Newington students.Come ready to watch, play, and be amazed!
Sponsored by Newington Public Schools 

Movies & More: Maudie
Tuesday, December 5, 1:00 p.m.

An arthritic Nova Scotia woman works as a housekeeper while she hones her skills as an artist and eventually becomes a beloved figure in the community. Starring Sally Hawkins, Ethan Hawke. Running time 115 minutes. Pick up your FREE tickets at the Adult Information Desk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Holiday Nibbles
Tuesday, December 5, 6:30 p.m.

An enchanting evening with the Chef, Make it easy, beautiful and most of all delicious! 
Registration Required.

Meditation for Peace
Wednesday, December 6, 6:30 p.m.

Join Clare Vidich, a long-time meditator who will lead this helpful and stimulating workshop for old and new meditators. She will demonstrate a natural and effective technique of meditation, and give useful directions for deepening and stabilizing our meditation practices to gain more inner bliss and peace. Registration required.

Tidings of Comfort . . . and Joy of Coloring
Thursday, December 7, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Reduce the stress of the holiday season and exercise your coloring talents in the company of others. At both November and December coloring sessions, participants will have the additional option of creating personalized gift bags for friends and family. Coloring supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.  Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tech 4 U 
Thursday, December 7, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Do you need help downloading your eBook or using your new smartphone? Want to set up a Facebook or Twitter account? For help with your specific technology questions, make an appointment for a 45 minute session with a Librarian today!
Registration required.

Evening Book Discussion
Thursday, December 7, 7:00 p.m.

This month is a planning meeting to pick titles for 2018.  Everyone is invited to attend.

ReDefined READS:
Hidden Storage Boxes
Saturday, December 9, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Create a unique gift – a hidden storage box using a small wooden crate and old book covers. All materials are provided. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Make Your Own Holiday Bling 
Wednesday, December 13, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Treat yourself or someone special to some holiday bling. Make a bracelet and have some fun designing it for yourself or as a gift during this busy time of year. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the library. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Destress for the Holidays 
Saturday, December 16, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Drop by to enjoy a 10 minute chair massage and destress this holiday season from area massage therapists.
First come first served. Registration required.

Tidings of Comfort . . . and Joy of Coloring
Monday, December 18, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Reduce the stress of the holiday season and exercise your coloring talents in the company of others. At both November and December coloring sessions, participants will have the additional option of creating personalized gift bags for friends and family. Coloring supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.  Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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