Lucy Robbins Welles Library

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

Fun Socials: Special Edition - June 20 & 27, July 11, August 12 & 22Join library staff for coloring, jigsaw puzzles, con...
06/02/2026

Fun Socials: Special Edition -
June 20 & 27, July 11, August 12 & 22

Join library staff for coloring, jigsaw puzzles, conversation, crafts, and more! We will also be practicing English with a new topic each program. For multi-language learners, senior citizens, and all ages!

- Saturday, June 20, 10:15 a.m. - Patriotic Card Making & Rock Painting
- Saturday, June 27, 10:15 a.m. - Patriotic Centerpieces
- Saturday, July 11, 10:15 a.m. - Pig Painting for Adults
- Wednesday, August 12, 1:00 p.m. - Fun & Games Social
- Saturday, August 22, 10:15 a.m. - End of Summer Coffee Social

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

All socials sponsored by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving's Newington Greater Together Community Fund.

Coloring & Fun Socials - Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m.June 9 & 23, July 7 & 21, August 4 & 18Join library staff for coloring, j...
06/02/2026

Coloring & Fun Socials - Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m.
June 9 & 23, July 7 & 21, August 4 & 18

Join library staff for coloring, jigsaw puzzles, conversation, crafts, and more! We will also be practicing English with a new topic each program. For multi-language learners, senior citizens, and all ages!

- June 9: USA-Themed Crafts
- June 23: Library Picnic, BINGO, & Lawn Games. 🍉You bring a brunch item, and we'll provide dessert and drinks.
- July 7: Mobiles & Suncatchers Craft
- July 21: Coloring & Puzzles
- August 4: Magnets, Coloring & Puzzles
- August 18: Nature Crafts with Leslie Mathews

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

All socials sponsored by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving's Newington Greater Together Community Fund.

June is Pride Month 🌈🌈🌈 Celebrate with these incredible YA titles featuring LGBTQ+ characters.Need more recommendations?...
06/01/2026

June is Pride Month 🌈🌈🌈 Celebrate with these incredible YA titles featuring LGBTQ+ characters.

Need more recommendations? Stop by the library and let our librarians find your next favorite read!

Something to Be Proud Of by Anna Zoe Quirke

Heartstopper by Alice Oseman

Some Girls Do by Jennifer Dugan

The No-Girlfriend Rule by Christen Randall

Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas

We Got the Beat by Jenna Miller

My Fair Brady by Brian D. Kennedy

The Last Boyfriends Rules for Revenge by Matthew Hubbard

The Stars and the Blackness Between Them by Junauda Petrus

Ed Popielarczyk’s Magic Show, Saturday, June 13, 1:30 p.m.Join us for an interactive magic show with Ed Popielarczyk! Re...
05/30/2026

Ed Popielarczyk’s Magic Show, Saturday, June 13, 1:30 p.m.

Join us for an interactive magic show with Ed Popielarczyk! Recommended for kids ages 3 & up. Registration begins May 30.

Register online at https://newingtonlibrary.libcal.com or call us at 860-665-8720.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Intro to Vega: Your Library's New Catalog - Thursday, June 11 - 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Follow along with librarian's Dorothy an...
05/29/2026

Intro to Vega: Your Library's New Catalog - Thursday, June 11 - 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Follow along with librarian's Dorothy and Michelle to the library's new catalog, Vega! Bring your laptop, smartphone, or tablet — whichever device you prefer to use while searching the catalog! If you would like to borrow a laptop, please note that in the registration. Registration required.

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

Baby Soft Play, Friday, June 5, at 10:15 a.m.For babies 6 to 24 months, with a caregiver. A program where babies can pla...
05/29/2026

Baby Soft Play, Friday, June 5, at 10:15 a.m.

For babies 6 to 24 months, with a caregiver. A program where babies can play and self-explore in a soft play environment. Registration begins May 22. Register online at https://newingtonlibrary.libcal.com or call us at 860-665-8720.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

This June... Coming to the Lucy Robbins Welles Library - A new and improved library catalog experience.Get excited... Yo...
05/29/2026

This June... Coming to the Lucy Robbins Welles Library - A new and improved library catalog experience.

Get excited... Your new catalog is:
Friendly! Get ideas for your next great read or listen.
Delightful! Enjoy intuitive navigation & gorgeous visuals.
Easy! Request bestsellers & other hard-to-get titles.
PLUS! A brand new app puts all this & more at your fingertips.

For more information visit our website www.newingtonct.gov/3178/New-Library-Catalog-Experience or give us a call at 860-665-8700.

Did you know? The Library has free and open WiFi available for public use.The Lucy Robbins Welles Library offers wirel...
05/29/2026

Did you know? The Library has free and open WiFi available for public use.

The Lucy Robbins Welles Library offers wireless “WiFi” access to the library’s Internet service for properly equipped laptops and handheld devices.

For more information, visit our website: www.newingtonct.gov/1918/Use-My-Wireless-Laptop

🎵Baby Rave, Friday, June 12, 10:30 a.m.Lights! Music! Dance! Bring your little one for a fun dance party complete with b...
05/29/2026

🎵Baby Rave, Friday, June 12, 10:30 a.m.

Lights! Music! Dance! Bring your little one for a fun dance party complete with bubbles and glow-in-the-dark fun. Kids ages 5 and under can register beginning May 29.

Register online at https://newingtonlibrary.libcal.com or call us at 860-665-8720.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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100 Garfield Street
Newington, CT
06111

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

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