Friends of Lucy Robbins Welles Library

11/02/2026

Don’t miss the display at the Library and be sure to come to our 2nd Annual Craft Fair on Sunday, November 8!

Stop by the library to preview some crafts for the upcoming Friends of the Library Craft Fair this
Sunday, November 8, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Artists, crafters and the public are invited to join us for the 2nd Annual Friends of the Library Adult Craft Fair Fundraiser scheduled for Sunday, November 8th, 2026 at the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington. The craft fair will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

11/02/2026

11/02/2026

Kids & Teen Winter Craft Fair

Saturday, November 28, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Attention crafters between the ages of 8 – 18, and craft lovers of all ages: mark your calendars for our kids and teen winter craft fair!

Beginning November 2, please call to reserve a table to sell your non-food kid-made crafts. Buyers of all ages are welcome. Stop by to view the creative talents of Newington’s kids and stock up for holiday gift giving!

Registration is required. Children and teens can reserve a table by calling the library at 860-665-8720.

For more information visit our website www.newingtonct.gov/3091/Library

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

11/02/2026

11/02/2026

Fun Social: Giving Thanks Art With Laura
Tuesday, November 3 at 10:15 a.m.

Head on over to the library to enjoy coloring, jigsaw puzzles, conversations and more! Enjoy a Thanksgiving-themed craft with Laura, we will also be practicing English with a new topic each week.

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

Sponsored by the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Socials.

11/01/2026

One week from today! Don’t miss our beautiful library’s transformation on November 8!

Friends of the Library Adult Craft Fair
Sunday, November 8,
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Artists, crafters and the public are invited to join us for the 2nd Annual Friends of the Library Adult Craft Fair Fundraiser scheduled for Sunday, November 8th, 2026 at the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington. The craft fair will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

11/01/2026

Sewcial Stitchers Club

Monday, November 16, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Grab your latest work-in-progress and join us! Work on your own projects in a fun, social setting. Please bring your own supplies, as the library will not be providing projects. All skill levels and projects are welcome for adults and teens. Stitching, knitting, crochet, and more!

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

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

11/01/2026

From the creative staff Lucy Robbins Welles Library! 🎥 🧶 🔎

Did you know the library has new series programs!

Sewcial Stitchers Cub - for teens adults
Monday Night Movie Club - for adults of all ages
Crime & Cardigans: A LRW Library Club - for adults of all ages.

Sewcial Stitchers Club - Stitching, sewing, knitting, crochet, needlepoint, and more!

Monday Night Movie Club - Let’s unpack common themes, cinematic elements, storytelling style, and the history of how movies were made.

Crime & Cardigans: A LRW Library Club - The coziest true crime club around!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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

10/30/2026

💚 Have you seen the signs for the Craft Fair around town? Our Friends explain all about it below ⬇️ 😊