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Adult Events Newsletter for November 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
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Adults

Love Affair 1939


Movies Remade with Gil Gigliotti
Wednesday, November 6, 6:30 p.m.

Love Affair (1939) starring Irene Dunne & Charles Boyer.
 What does Hollywood do when they make a successful film?  Remake it again and again. CCSU professor Gil Gigliotti will take a look at 1939’s Love Affair and 2 remakes.  Each time, two people engaged to others, meet, fall passionately in love, break it off, and reunite on top of the Empire State Building.  Popcorn and soft drinks will be served.

Tech 4U

Tech 4 U
Thursday, November 7, 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.

Assessing Your Company's Financial Needs

Assess Your Company's Financial Needs
Thursday, November 7, 6:30 p.m.

People in business or interested in lending or credit should attend this seminar. Join Larry Stovall for an informational meeting to understand your company’s financial needs. Registration required.
Co-sponsored by the Newington Chamber of Commerce. 

The Hate U Give

Thursday Page Turners Book Discussion
The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas
Thursday, November 7, 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.  We hope to see you there.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Veterans Writing Group

We Were There: Writing Our Military Experiences
Friday, November 8, 2:00 p.m. 

The Russell Library Veterans' Writing Group has been meeting and writing stories of their incredible wartime experiences for over six years. A collection of their stories will be published by En Route Publishing in 2020. Join group members for a panel discussion, a short film, and a preview of their fascinating book of WWII, Korea, and Vietnam stories. The group is led by author and Old Saybrook native Elisabeth Petry, and facilitated by Russell Library’s Christy Billings.

CT Wine Trail

Made in Connecticut
Explore the Connecticut Wine Trail
Monday, November 11, 6:30 p.m.

You don’t need to fly to California to try great wines.  We have dozens of fantastic, award-winning wineries in Connecticut!  With beautiful scenery, tastings, live music, and special events, Connecticut wineries make a perfect getaway.  Come get insider tips for exploring the CT Wine Trail with Michelle Griffis, a former writer for CTWine.com and advocate for the CT Wine Trail. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

instant pot

Instant Pot 101 - Fall Comfort Food
Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 p.m.

Do you own an Instant Pot but are intimidated by it? Wonder what all the fuss is about and if you should buy one? Come watch our professional librarians (but not professional cooks!) demo why they love theirs, and sample their home cooking. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

crafts and conversation

Crafts & Conversation
Wednesday, November 13, 10 a.m. – 12 Noon

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

An Affair to Remember 1957

Movies Remade with Gil Gigliotti
Wednesday, November 13, 6:30 p.m.
An Affair to Remember 
(1957) starring Deborah Kerr & Cary Grant

 What does Hollywood do when they make a successful film?  Remake it again and again. CCSU professor Gil Gigliotti will take a look at 1939’s Love Affair and 2 remakes.  Each time, two people engaged to others, meet, fall passionately in love, break it off, and reunite on top of the Empire State Building.  Popcorn and soft drinks will be served.

Books and Bites

Books & Bites
Thursday, November 14, 1:00 p.m.

Join your favorite librarians for tasty bites and engaging book talks. Discover new titles and authors that our librarians love and you might too! Refreshments provided. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 

Tech Troubleshooting

Tech Troubleshooting with Teens
Thursday, November 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.

Book Sale

Friends Fall Book Sale (at the Senior and Disabled Center)

  • Friday, November 15, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – admission is $5.00.
  • Saturday, November 16, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – free admission.
  • Sunday, November 17, 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.

All types of books, including fiction and non-fiction, will be on sale as well as CDs, audiobooks, DVDs, videos, and specially-priced items.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Morocco

Moroccan Marvels with Marian
Monday, November 18, 6:30 p.m.

Join us as world traveler and our former Library Director Marian Amodeo presents a photographic travelogue of her recent trip to Morocco. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

yesterday


Movies & More 
Yesterday
Tuesday, November 19, 1:00 p.m.

A struggling musician realizes he’s the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate timeline where they never existed. Starring Lily James and Himesh Patel. Running time 116 minutes. Tickets are available at Adult Information Desk
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Love Affair 1994


Movies Remade with Gil Gigliotti
Wednesday, November 20, 6:30 p.m.
Love Affair
 (1994) starring Annette Bening & Warren Beatty

What does Hollywood do when they make a successful film?  Remake it again and again. CCSU professor Gil Gigliotti will take a look at 1939’s Love Affair and 2 remakes.  Each time, two people engaged to others, meet, fall passionately in love, break it off, and reunite on top of the Empire State Building.  Popcorn and soft drinks will be served.

Tech 4U


Tech 4 U
Thursday, November 21, 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.

Crafts and Conversation


Save It to the Cloud
Thursday, November 21, 6:30 p.m.

Wondering about that invisible cloud above our heads?  Cloud storage is the answer to avoid wasting valuable storage space on your device.Join us to learn more about the cloud and how to use it. Registration required.

Crafts and Conversation

Crafts & Conversation
Tuesday, November 26, 10 a.m. – 12 Noon

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

Tellabration

Tellabration – Wondrous Wonder: Stories and Movement - All Ages
Saturday, November 30, 10:15 a.m.

As part of the statewide month-long Tellabration, coordinated by the Connecticut Storytelling Center, we are hosting Rona Leventhal in Wondrous Wonder: Stories and Movement. Rona will have you singing and laughing as she shares stories from the silly to the serious. Suggested for ages 4 to 100!
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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