Lucy Robbins Welles Library

Lucy Robbins Welles Library LRWL fulfills its mission providing info, education & cultural enrichment for the Newington community

Did you know your Newington Library card can be used at any library in the state!Your card can be registered at other ...
06/26/2026

Did you know your Newington Library card can be used at any library in the state!

Your card can be registered at other libraries outside of our system to be used as a reciprocal borrower giving you greater access to more library materials as part of the CT State Library borrowIT CT program. Thanks to a statewide delivery system you can return the items to us and we will send them back to the owning library.

Visit our website for more information: www.newingtonct.gov/2997/Reasons-to-Have-a-Library-Card or call us at (860) 665-8700.

The library will be closing today, Friday, June 26 at 4:00 p.m. for the Kids & Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off. Sponsored b...
06/26/2026

The library will be closing today, Friday, June 26 at 4:00 p.m. for the Kids & Teen
Summer Reading Kick-Off. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

www.newingtonct.gov/3091/library

2026 Adult Summer Reading Program - Plant a Seed, Read Tuesday, June 16 - Friday, August 14Read or listen to the library...
06/25/2026

2026 Adult Summer Reading Program - Plant a Seed, Read
Tuesday, June 16 - Friday, August 14

Read or listen to the library books of your choice at your own pace.

Weekly Prize Giveaways - Receive one prize ticket for each book read. Tickets are available ONLINE or at the Circulation and Adult Information desks. Submit your tickets ONLINE, in person at the library or call the library at 860-665-8700 and we will be happy to submit a ticket for you. Drawings are held each Friday at 12 noon. Winners will be notified to make arrangements to pick up their prize.

Register for our Adult Summer Reading Program ONLINE, at the library or call the library at 860-665-8700 and we will do it for you. www.newingtonct.gov/1514/2026-Adult-Summer-Reading-Program

The library will be closing tomorrow, Friday, June 26 at 4:00 p.m. for the Kids & Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off. Sponsore...
06/25/2026

The library will be closing tomorrow, Friday, June 26 at 4:00 p.m. for the Kids & Teen Summer Reading Kick-Off. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

www.newingtonct.gov/3091/library

06/24/2026

New books in our children’s department!

Also, don’t forget to sign up for summer reading starting on Friday, June 26th.

newingtonct.gov/1445/Kids

Tonight! The Resume Blueprint: Your Guide to Getting Noticed - Wednesday, June 24 at 6:00 p.m.Not sure what to include o...
06/24/2026

Tonight! The Resume Blueprint: Your Guide to Getting Noticed - Wednesday, June 24 at 6:00 p.m.

Not sure what to include or how to structure your resume? Bring a copy of your current resume (along with a job description) and come ready to refine and strengthen it. This session will walk participants through a clear, step-by-step approach to creating a polished, professional resume that captures attention and effectively communicates their value to employers.

Valerie Wilson is an accomplished career development professional with over 25 years of experience, holding certifications in career coaching and resume writing. She is the founder of Career Coaching by Valerie, where she supports experienced professionals in navigating career challenges and transitions.

Registration required. Register online newingtonlibrary.libcal.com or call us at 860-665-8700.

🦑Teen Squid Dissection with Mystic AquariumTuesday, June 30, 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.What are the largest, fastest, and most int...
06/23/2026

🦑Teen Squid Dissection with Mystic Aquarium

Tuesday, June 30, 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.

What are the largest, fastest, and most intelligent invertebrates in the sea? Squid! Teens will discover the amazing adaptations of these animals by participating in a hands-on squid dissection experience like no other. It’s slimy, it’s science-y, and it’s seriously awesome. Think you’ve got the guts? (Or want to find out what squid ones look like?)

Register online at https://newingtonlibrary.libcal.com or call us at 860-665-8700.

Boring rainy summer day? Not anymore! Now available* at Lucy Robbins Welles Library: Grab & Go crafts to keep your kids ...
06/23/2026

Boring rainy summer day? Not anymore! Now available* at Lucy Robbins Welles Library: Grab & Go crafts to keep your kids busy at home! Swipe to see what we have ➡️

*while supplies last



newingtonct.gov/1445/kids

STEM kits! Thank you to Invent the Summer

newingtonct.gov/1445/kids

Celebrate America’s 250 with crafts at home!

newingtonct.gov/1445/kids

Library Speakers Consortium: Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha LoupyTu...
06/23/2026

Library Speakers Consortium: Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy
Tuesday, June 23, at 2:00 p.m.

Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.

Sana and Asha also note which recipes are the most beginner friendly, freezer friendly, good for a dinner party menu (like a Diwali feast!), and which lend themselves to be pantry building blocks, all for a super easy-to-navigate cookbook.

A video presentation will be available on our website after the live discussion. Sponsored by the Friends of Library.

Registration is required. Register online newingtonlibrary.libcal.com or call us at 860-665-8700.

Still seats available! The Resume Blueprint: Your Guide to Getting Noticed - Wednesday, June 24 at 6:00 p.m.Not sure wha...
06/23/2026

Still seats available! The Resume Blueprint: Your Guide to Getting Noticed - Wednesday, June 24 at 6:00 p.m.

Not sure what to include or how to structure your resume? Bring a copy of your current resume (along with a job description) and come ready to refine and strengthen it. This session will walk participants through a clear, step-by-step approach to creating a polished, professional resume that captures attention and effectively communicates their value to employers.

Valerie Wilson is an accomplished career development professional with over 25 years of experience, holding certifications in career coaching and resume writing. She is the founder of Career Coaching by Valerie, where she supports experienced professionals in navigating career challenges and transitions.

Registration required. Register online newingtonlibrary.libcal.com or call us at 860-665-8700.

Address

100 Garfield Street
Newington, CT
06111

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+18606658700

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