Day of Tears
Monday, March 4, 6:30 p.m.

The Day of Tears Touring Company will present a stage adaptation of Julius Lester’s powerful book, Day of Tears depicting the largest recorded auction of people held in slavery in American history which took place on March 2 & 3, 1852 in Savanah, Georgia. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Deschler family in honor of their mother Cecile Deschler. 

Crafts & Conversation
Tuesday, March 5, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Bring your own craft and join the conversation! Refreshments provided. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tech 4 U 
Thursday, March 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.

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

Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen
The 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! Registration required

Gardening for Me and You!
Let's Get Growing in the Giving Garden!
Thursday, March 7, 6:30 p.m.

Are you interested in gardening? Come to the library and learn about the Newington Senior Center’s Giving Garden. It is operated by a dedicated team of volunteers! Topics will include seed starting, soil testing, growing in small spaces, and using grow bags. Presenters include Master Gardeners and a representative from the UCONN Cooperative Extension. Grow Bags will be available for purchase. Registration required.

End of Adult Winter Reading – Ice Cream for Books
Friday, March 8 

All tickets collected for the program’s weekly drawings will be entered into the grand prize drawing to be held at 12 noon. Winners will be notified.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Mini Media Sale
Saturday, March 9, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Check out the Friends Mini Media Sale. Items include DVD’s Blu-ray, Books on CD, CD’s and VHS tapes. 

Movies & More: Crazy Rich Asians
Tuesday, March 12, 1:00 p.m.

This contemporary romantic comedy, based on a global bestseller, follows native New Yorker Rachel Chu to Singapore to meet her boyfriend’s family.  Starring Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh.  Running time is 121 minutes. Snacks provided. Free tickets at the Adult Information Desk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Leonard Bernstein: The Rise to Fame
Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 p.m.

Jeffrey Engel, musician, musicologist, and lecturer in music, will present a program on legendary composer and conductor, Leonard Bernstein, whose musical compositions spanned multiple genres, among them, West Side Story, Candide, and the choral work, Mass. Registration required.

Computer Troubleshooting
Thursday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. 

Think your computer has the hay fever?  Even if you are not an IT person, join us in this class as we cover some troubleshooting techniques to get your computer right as rain again.  Registration required.

Tech Troubleshooting with Teens
Thursday, March 14, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Alerting all adults! Stop by with the gadgets that drive you crazy and let our teen techies help you. Topics can include electronic devices, social media, and email.  Registration required.

Getting There:  Connecticut’s Transportation Past & Future

Monday, March 18, 6:30 p.m.

Long-time commuter advocate, newspaper commentator, and former NBC News Anchor, Jim Cameron talks about Connecticut’s transportation crisis:  Crowded highways falling into a state of disrepair, Bridges considered deficient.  Metro-North trains running slower while fares increase. How did our state go from first to worst in transportation?  What does our future hold?  Registration required.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Crafts & Conversation

Tuesday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Bring your own craft and join the conversation! Bring your own craft and join the conversation!
Refreshments provided. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Reducing Pain with Movement

Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 p.m.

Maggie Downie, author of Keep Moving: Take Steps to Relieve Pain & Improve Your Life, discusses simple changes you can make in your body throughout the day to reduce pain. Book Available for purchase. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tech 4 U 

Thursday, March 21, 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.

Golden Scroll Soloists
Sunday, March 24, 3:00 p.m. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.

The George G. Hanel Fine Arts Series returns with a performance by the Golden Scroll Soloists who meld pop, classical and jazz into an upbeat string quartet experience. Bring your family and celebrate the month of St. Patrick’s Day with a collection of Irish and Celtic tunes mixed with other favorites! This is the 2^nd cultural event as part of the 80^th Anniversary Celebration Series. Registration required.

Career Assessment Workshop
Tuesday, March 26, 10:15 a.m. 

An overview of what perspective employers now implement in assessments on their applications. Learn about common examples encountered on job applications and receive: explanations on how to approach and answer different assessment questions and the reasoning behind each type of question. Registration required.
Sponsored by Goodwill Career Center. 

Brown Bag it With a Documentary
Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story
Wednesday, March 27, 12:00 noon.

The life and career of the hailed Hollywood movie star and underappreciated genius inventor, Hedy Lamarr. Running time 90 minutes.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Use It or Lose It: Movement for a Vital Life
Wednesday, March 27, 7:00 p.m. 

Susan Valente of Core Barre Studio will discuss safe ways to keep moving as we age. You will discover ways to find movement that you love, and how to stay active regardless of your fitness level.  Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Perennial Garden Secrets
Thursday, March 28, 6:30 p.m. 

Join gardening expert Karla Dalley for an insider’s guide to plant selection, hardiness and more! Karla is the garden columnist for West Hartford Magazine and maintains an organic gardening blog.  Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.