Brown Bag it With Royalty
Tuesdays 12:00 p.m.

We’re celebrating the upcoming Royal Wedding with a 4 film documentary series about the Royal Family. Bring your lunch. We’ll provide dessert and enjoy all things Royal. Sponsored by the Friends.

Elizabeth at 90
Tuesday, May 1, 12:00 p.m.
A unique celebration of the Queen's ninety years. Running time 90 minutes.

Tech 4 U 
Thursday, May 3, 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.

Tech Troubleshooting
Thursday, May 3, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Attention all adults! Stop by with the gadgets that drive you crazy and let our teen techies help you. This list can include: cell phones & text messaging, E-readers, social media, email, tablets, and iPods.  Registration required.

Thursday Page Turners Book Discussion
Thursday, May 3, 7:00 p.m.

Beartown by Frederik Backman. This discussion will be facilitated by a library staff member and light refreshments will be served.  Anyone interested is invited to attend any or all.  We hope to see you there.

Great Directors and Their Films
Alfred Hitchcock
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

With a series introduction by Stuart Barnett and film commentaries by Gil Gigliotti.

Thursday, May 3, 6:30 p.m.
North by Northwest (1959) starring Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint
A hapless New York advertising executive is mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies, and is pursued across the country while he looks for a way to survive.

Friends Annual Book Sale – at the Senior and Disabled Center

• Friday, May 4, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. - $5 admission fee.
• Saturday, May 5, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – free admission.
• Sunday, May 6, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Buy a Friends book sale GREEN bag for $7 and fill it with books for free. Refills are $6. Stock up and save! 

It's All About Your Core 
Wednesday, May 9, 6:30 p.m.

The latest trend in the health and fitness industry is core stabilization. Even though core stabilization exercises have been used in martial arts, tai chi, yoga and Pilates for many years, core stabilization is now being seen in a new light because of its connection with low back pain. Come attend an informational and hands on learning session with Heather G. of Horizon Personal Training of Newington. Please dress in exercise attire as everyone will be participating (If you have a yoga mat you are welcome to bring it as everyone will be getting down on the floor).

Great Directors and Their Films
Alfred Hitchcock
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
With a series introduction by Stuart Barnett and film commentaries by Gil Gigliotti.

Thursday, May 10, 6:30 p.m. 
Psycho (1960) starring Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh
A secretary embezzles $40,000 from her employer's client, goes on the run, and checks into a remote motel run by a young man and his mother.
result from sugar consumption. Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Khara Aberle will tell us how it’s done.

Bus Trip
Glass Blowing Studio Demonstration and Tour, Riverton CT
Saturday, May 12, 9:30 a.m.

Please join us for a trip to the Greenwood Glass Blowing Studio in Riverton, CT.
We will have a tour of the facility and enjoy lunch at Sweet Peas, a local restaurant.
The Hitchcock Chair Co. is just a short walk away, should you wish to explore there. The cost of the bus trip, visit to the glassblower’s and lunch at Sweet Peas is included for $55.00 per person.  Registration required. Payment by cash or check is due at the time of registration.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Crafts and Conversation 
Monday, May 14th:  6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Like to color?  Don’t despair. This art form will still be there.  
‘Thought that we’d extend the party. To adults and all things “arty”.
Bring the project of your choice. Quilters, crafters, have a voice.
So that we will not be chided, Colored pencils still provided! Registration required.

Movies & More: Darkest Hour
Tuesday, May 15, 1:00 p.m. 

During the early days of World War II, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the newly appointed
British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight against incredible odds. Gary Oldman, Lily James, Kirstin Scott Thomas. Running time 125 minutes.Pick up your FREE tickets at the Adult Information Desk. 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tech 4 U 
Thursday, May 17, 5:30 - 8:30 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.

Newington Library 5K Challenge
Sunday May 20, 9:00 a.m. 

The 22^nd running of this event will be held at Mill Pond Park. Runners will compete by age category with awards for the winning male and female runners within each division. Walkers are also welcome. Registration forms are available at the library, on the library’s website or you can register online at raceentry.com. Preregistration is $10 for children (12 & under) and $20 per adult. Same day registration is $10 for children (12 & under) and $25 per adult

Made in Connecticut - Avery’s Beverages, New Britain
Monday, May 21, 6:30 p.m. 

Learn about the history of Avery’s Beverages, started in 1904 by Sherman Avery in New Britain. Avery’s is one of the oldest soda bottling companies in New England and continues to be run as a family business by Rob Metz and family.  Sample tastings will be provided. Registration required.  
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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Google Everything:  Sheets & Slides
Thursday, May 24, 6:30 p.m.

Our Google adventure continues!  Ready to stop paying for Microsoft Office?  Then come on by and learn about the spreadsheet software of Google Sheets and the presentation software of Google Slides, all free and ready to use! Registration required.

Crafts and Conversation
Monday, May 31, 10:00 a.m. - Noon

Like to color?  Don’t despair. This art form will still be there.  
‘Thought that we’d extend the party. To adults and all things “arty”.
Bring the project of your choice. Quilters, crafters, have a voice.
So that we will not be chided, Colored pencils still provided! Registration required.

BusTrip – Block Island
Saturday, June 2, 6:30 a.m.

Enjoy a lovely day exploring Block Island!  A bus will take you from Newington to the Block Island Ferry where you will be transported to the Island. A bus tour of the Island is included.  The cost of the trip is $65.00 per person, payable in cash or by check. Register at the Adult Information Desk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.