The library will be closed on Monday, February 18 in observance of President's Day.
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Lucy Robbins Welles Library 80th Anniversary 
Celebrating 80 years of service to the Newington community!

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  1. creativebug newsflash

    Creativebug Now Available online

    Are you creative or want to be? Nurture your soul by learning new skills with Creativebug. Read on...
  2. Builidng with LEGO bricks

    Building with LEGO Bricks - February 23 - 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

    Kids come to our monthly gathering to build with LEGO bricks. Read on...
  3. chess and checkers club

    Lucy's Chess & Checkers Club - Wednesday, February 20 at 4:00 p.m.

    Kids, do you like to play chess/checkers? We'll provide sets and knowledgeable adult and teens who can provide assistance. Read on...
  4. stories and art

    Stories and Art - Tuesday, February 19 at 12:00 noon

    Join us for a story and art program for 2 - 4 year olds and their caregivers. Read on...
  5. everything is copy carousel

    Brown Bag it with a Documentary - Everything is Copy- Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 12:00 p.m.

    A look at the life and work of writer/filmmaker Nora Ephron. Read on...
  6. ice cream for books newsflash

    Adult Winter Reading Ice Cream Social - Friday, February 22 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

    Ice Cream for Books Adult Winter Reading participants join us after hours to make you own ice cream sundae and solve the library history scavenger hunt. Read on...
  7. getting your home ready for sale newsflash

    Getting Your Home Ready for Sale - Wednesday, February 20 at 6:30 p.m.

    If your thinking of moving and need to get your home ready, come and meet our panel of professionals to help you sort it out. Read on...
  8. Pet Rescue and Adoption carousel

    Pet Rescue & Adoption- What's It All About- February 19 at 6:30 p.m.

    Learn how the Connecticut Humane Society and Dog Star Rescue help find pets their forever home. Read on...