Food Bank: Food Pick UP ( must call to schedule)

January 28, 2021, 9:00 AM - December 30, 2021, 12:00 PM @ Newington Human Services: First parking spots on the left on Mazzacolli Way. ( Call 860-665-8590 once you have arrived and food will be brought outside)

Town residents with income of < 235% of the poverty level may call 860-665-8590 to schedule an appointment to register to use the food bank- one time per month.

Virtual Tech Help Appointments

September 1, 2020, 10:00 AM - June 30, 2021, 5:00 PM

Are you looking for help downloading an eBook? Are you wondering how to get started with our streaming services like Acorn TV? Do you need help with your smartphone or iPad? Call the library to schedule a one on one appointment with a librarian! Appointments will be held through Zoom.

Gentle Yoga - Virtual

March 11, 2021, 10:00 AM - April 30, 2021, 5:00 PM

Join StrongHouse Yoga of Newington for a gentle yoga practice to assist you in maintaining balance and stability with movement. A link to the video will be available on the day of the program. Sponsored by StrongHouse Yoga.

Culinary Delights: Chocolate Snowstorm Cookies - Virtual

March 16, 2021, 10:00 AM - April 30, 2021, 5:00 PM

Culinary Delights: Chocolate Snowstorm Cookies - Virtual Tuesday, March 16 Watch Chef Rob Scott as he whips up a delicious treat for those cold nights. A video link & the recipe will be available on the Adult Event page beginning the day of the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Another Cut the Cord Program – Virtual

March 24, 2021, 7:00 PM - April 30, 2021, 8:00 PM

Many people are making the decision to cut the cable cord and make the transition to online streaming services. There are numerous options available at varying prices depending on the desired viewing selection. Find more information join us for this zoom program. Registration required. An email with the Zoom link will be sent prior to the program. Registration required. Sponsored by the Newington Chamber of Commerce and the Friends of the Library.

Getting Started with Zoom - Virtual

April 8, 2021, 10:00 AM - May 28, 2021, 5:00 PM

Need to use Zoom to attend meetings and conferences online, or just stay connected with friends and family? Unsure of how to get started? We will cover how to set up an account, join a meeting, host a meeting, and more, so you can feel comfortable and confident navigating this online environment. A link to the video will be available on the day of the program on the Adult Events page. Registration required.

House History Part 1; Accessing Land Records - Virtual

April 12, 2021, 9:00 AM - May 28, 2021, 5:00 PM

Bryna O’Sullivan, proprietor of Charter Oak Genealogy. Each week we will explore different topics. Bryna O’Sullivan is a Middletown, Connecticut based professional genealogist and French to English genealogical translator. As proprietor of Charter Oak Genealogy, she specializes in lineage society applications. Would you like to learn the history of your home, discover who lived there, and what it looked like in the past? This two part series will help you get started. In part I, we’ll learn how to navigate Connecticut’s land records so that you can determine who once owned your property. Registration required for each program. A zoom link will be provided prior to the event. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Culinary Delights: Apple Pie Calzones - Virtual

April 13, 2021, 10:00 AM - May 28, 2021, 5:00 PM

Chef Rob Scott is back to create some cooking magic with yummy apple pie calzones. A video link & the recipe will be available on the Adult Events page beginning the day of the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

House History Part 2: Who’s Lived in Your House – Virtual

April 26, 2021, 6:30 PM - May 28, 2021, 8:30 PM

Would you like to learn the history of your home, discover who lived there, and what it looked like in the past? This two part series will help you get started. In part II, we’ll cover some of the many resources available to learn more about the past of your home and its occupants. From maps to the census to local photo collections, you’ll be able to put together the stories of your home’s “past lives". A Zoom link will be provided prior to the event. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Earth Day - Craft Kit to Go

April 19, 2021, 10:00 AM - April 30, 2021, 5:00 PM

For grades 1-5. In honor of Earth Day, NASA donated a special grab & go kit! Parents may call to reserve a Stained Glass Earth kit beginning on April 19. Kits can also be picked up/ placed with curbside book orders. Sponsored by NASA.

New Britain EMS Academy training

April 30, 2021, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM