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Adult Events Newsletter for July 2019

Lucy Robbins Welles Library | 95 Cedar Street | Newington, CT 06111
Telephone: 860-665-8700 |  Fax: 860-667-1255
You can call to register for programs.
For Adult or Teen: 860-665-8700
 For Children's: 860-665-8720 

Adults

Crafts and Conversation


Crafts & Conversation @ the Library
Monday, July 8, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 

Bring the craft of your choice, and join the conversation! Light refreshments provided. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 

Learn to play ukelele


Learn to Play Ukulele
Wednesday, July 10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

For teens & adults! Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. You'll learn how to tune, strum and read chords. No experience necessary. Bring your own ukulele or borrow one of hers. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.


Tech 4U

Tech 4 U 
Thursday, July 11, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

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


Tea with the dames

Documentaries After Dark
Tea with the Dames 

Friday, July 12, 6:30 p.m.

See what happens when four stage and screen legends, Dames Judi Dench, Maggie Smith. Eileen Atkins and Joan Plowright - get together for the weekend to catch up with one another. Running time 94 minutes. Beverages and desserts will be provided Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Cutting the cord

Cutting the Cord: How to Eliminate Cable and Save Money
Monday, July 15, 6:30 p.m.

Newington residents Hal and Gail Whitney will discuss the methods used to cut the cord, eliminate cable TV and save $1300 a year! They will discuss various alternatives to cable that will save you money and allow you to watch your favorite shows. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Bohemian Rhapsody

Movies & More @ the Senior Center
Bohemian Rhapsody

Tuesday, July 16, 1:00 p.m. 

The story of the legendary rock band Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury, leading up to their famous performance at Live Aid. Starring Rami Malek and Lucy Boynton. Running time is 133 minutes. Snacks provided.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Apollo Moon Landing

Apollo Moon Landing: Looking Back 50 Years @ the Senior Center
Wednesday, July 17, 6:30 p.m. 

Dr. Kristine Larsen, Professor, Geological Sciences Department at CCSU, will discuss the historic events of July 20, 1969, the date of the first moon landing. For adults and teens (ages 15 and up). Registration required.

Google

Google Everything: Drive & Docs
Thursday, July 18, 6:30 p.m. 

Ready for more Google? Eyeing an alternative to the expensive Microsoft Office? Join us for a look into the file storage service of Google Drive and the word processor of Google Docs, all completely free! Registration required.


Didgeridoo

Didgeridoo Down Under @ the Senior Center – All Ages
Tuesday, July 23, 6:30 p.m.

Join Didgeridoo Down Under in a high-energy, Australia-themed show that combines music, culture, puppetry, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. The didgeridoo has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years, and is known for its otherworldly sound. DDU is more than music. It’s interactive, educational, motivational, and super fun for all ages! Call to register beginning July 9. This program will be held in the auditorium of the Senior Center. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Planetarium

Universe of Stories Planetarium Show @ CCSU’s Copernican Observatory and Planetarium
Wednesday, July 24, 7:30 p.m. doors open at 7:00 – All Ages

Experience the night sky’s thousands of glittering stars during CCSU’s Planetarium Show. Share the excitement of learning about astronomy and the universe around us. Stargazing begins at 8:45 p.m. Registration required.
Sponsored by CCSU.

Crafts and Conversation

Crafts & Conversation @ the Senior Center
Thursday, July 25, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Bring the craft of your choice, and join the conversation! Light refreshments provided. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 
        






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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