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Adult Events Newsletter for September 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

Tech4U


Tech 4 U 
Thursday, September 5, 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.

We are Water


Thursday Page Turners Book Discussion 
We are Water 
by Wally Lamb
Thursday, September 5, 7:00 p.m.

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!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Crafts and Conversation

Crafts and Conversation 
Thursday, September 12, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

Word

Word 2013 Essentials
Thursday, September 12, 6:30 p.m.

A Word overview class which covers all the basics plus more in-depth instructions on the essentials to get you off to a great start.  Join us for this hands-on class covering formatting, editing, graphics, borders and more. Registration required.

NYC Bus Trip

Friends Bus Trip – New York City
Saturday, September 14

Join the Friends for a day in New York City where you may spend the time as you wish. The cost of the trip is $48, payable at the Adult Information Desk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Mini Media Sale

Friends of the Library Mini Media Sale 
Saturday, September 14, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Check out the Friends Mini Media Sale. Items include DVDs, Blu-rays, audio books, CDs, and VHS tapes. We will also be showcasing some great games.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

The Public

Movies & More - The Public
Tuesday, September 17, 1:00 p.m. 

An act of civil disobedience turns into a standoff with police when homeless people in Cincinnati take over the public library to seek shelter for the bitter cold. Starring Alec Baldwin, Emilio Estevez, Taylor Schilling. Running time 119 minutes. Snacks provided. Pick up free tickets at the Adult Information Desk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.



Gardening for Good

Gardening for Good: How your Backyard can Help Protect Long Island Sound
Wednesday, September 18, 6:30 p.m.

Join Judy Preston, from the Long Island Sound Study at the UConn Sea Grant, for an engaging presentation about sustainable gardening practices. Judy will talk about ways to redefine the way we value our backyard gardens and landscapes with a focus on reducing nitrogen inputs to the Sound. Registration required.  
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Evanston's Living HIstory

Evanston’s Living History
Thursday, September 19, 12:00 p.m.

This is the story of a community’s struggle for justice: with roots extending to the town of Abbeville, South Carolina and the horrific lynching of one of its prominent citizens, Anthony Crawford.  Follow the lives of Crawford’s descendants and their allies as they fight for the passage of United States Senate Resolution 39, which apologized for the failure of the Senate to enact anti-lynching legislation.  Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tech 4 U

Tech 4 U 
Thursday, September 19, 5:30 – 8:30 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.

    

Gina Barreca

Library Board of Trustees Annual Meeting with guest speaker Dr. Gina Barreca
Sunday, September 22, 1:00 p.m.
(Doors open at 12:30 p.m.)


The Library Board of Trustees invites everyone to attend this year’s meeting. After a short business meeting and recognition of this year’s honorees, humorist and author Dr. Gina Barreca will be our guest speaker. Copies of her books will be available for purchase and signing. Registration required.


Crafts and Conversation

Crafts and Conversation
Wednesday, September 25, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

Tech Troubleshooting

Tech Troubleshooting with Teens
Thursday, September 26, 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.



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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