Today is Monday. Our hours are 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM. View our full hours
Today is Monday. Our hours are 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM. View our full hours
Discover your next favorite story or a new world of information in the Adult Department. We offer a robust collection of print and digital resources, from the latest bestsellers to specialized research databases. We also provide a variety of programs and services, including quiet study areas, book clubs, public computers, notary assistance, and more.
Visit us today to explore, learn, or simply relax. We look forward to seeing you here!
Check out our upcoming events at Welles Turner Library! From book clubs and storytimes to workshops and community programs, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out — join us!
Looking for a place to settle in and get things done? The library offers a variety of welcoming spaces for whatever your day calls for, whether that’s quiet focus, collaborative work, or simply getting lost in a good book.
Spread out at a table, tuck into a cozy corner, or meet with friends and colleagues in one of our reservable rooms. Study rooms provide semi-private space for individuals or small groups and can be reserved for up to two hours, with extra time available if there is no wait. Planning something bigger? Meeting rooms are available for larger groups.
Whether you’re here to work, connect, or unwind, there’s a spot perfect for you.
🏛️ It’s Museum Monday! 🏛️
This week we’re tipping our hats to the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, CT, where wit, words, and history linger in every room. Step inside the beautifully preserved home where Mark Twain crafted some of his most iconic works and explore immersive exhibits and grounds that bring the author’s world vividly to life. 📖
🎟️ Pass Details - choose one of the following options:
[2-for-1 on adult tickets or 3-for-1 on tickets (1 adult + 2 children) for the General House Tour] OR [Purchase up to 3 Living History Tour tickets at a discounted rate]. The pass is valid for the Mark Twain House Tour and Living History Tour (evening specialty tours not included) and also includes full access to the museum’s exhibit spaces and grounds. One discount per visit.
Reserve the pass at wtmlib.info and plan your visit at marktwainhouse.org
![🏛️ It’s Museum Monday! 🏛️
This week we’re tipping our hats to the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, CT, where wit, words, and history linger in every room. Step inside the beautifully preserved home where Mark Twain crafted some of his most iconic works and explore immersive exhibits and grounds that bring the author’s world vividly to life. 📖
🎟️ Pass Details - choose one of the following options:
[2-for-1 on adult tickets or 3-for-1 on tickets (1 adult + 2 children) for the General House Tour] OR [Purchase up to 3 Living History Tour tickets at a discounted rate]. The pass is valid for the Mark Twain House Tour and Living History Tour (evening specialty tours not included) and also includes full access to the museum’s exhibit spaces and grounds. One discount per visit.
Reserve the pass at wtmlib.info and plan your visit at marktwainhouse.org](https://www.wtmlib.info/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
💌 Printmaking Greeting Cards Workshop | 📅 Monday, 8/24 | 🕒 6:30 PM | 👥 Adults | ⭐ WTML Cardholder preregistration now open. Call 860-652-7720 with your library card number to register |🔗 Registration opens for all on Monday, 8/3 at 9 a.m. Visit the Events Calendar link in our bio to register.
Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on printmaking workshop led by the Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury, CT! A museum educator will walk participants through the full printmaking process, from carving unique designs to inking and pressing. Along the way, you’ll experiment with different techniques and leave with one-of-a-kind greeting cards showcasing your own original artwork.
🌯 Teen: Let`s Make Rice Paper Egg Rolls! | 📅 Thursday, 8/20 | 🕒 6:30 PM | 👥 Teens (entering grades 7-12) | 🔗 Visit the Events Calendar link in our bio to register
Join Food Explorers for a delicious cooking program making Rice Paper Egg Rolls. Get ready to try something new by using rice paper wrappers to create a crispy egg roll filled with a tasty mix of veggies, soy sauce, and noodles. Recipe is nut-free, but will contain gluten.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
See what`s new this week at the Welles-Turner Memorial Library at:
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There are three new bestsellers, twelve new movies, two new audiobooks, 58 new children`s books, and 484 other new books, including 500 that are available online.
The new bestsellers this week are "Threshing Day," "Habits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms," and "A Trade of Blood." The new movies this week include "Disclosure Day," "In the Grey," and "Deep Water."
🎨Paint by Numbers | 📅 Saturday, 8/22 | 🕒 1 PM | 👥 Teens & Adults | 🔗 Visit the Events Calendar link in our bio to register
Relax and unleash your inner artist at our Summer-themed paint-by-numbers program, perfect for adults and teens. All materials will be provided for you to easily follow along and create a beautiful, finished piece of art with no prior painting experience necessary. It`s a fun and stress-free way to socialize and explore your creative side!
🦆Get Your Ducks in a Row: Preparing for End of Life (Virtual) | 📅 Thursday, 8/20 | 🕒 1 PM | 👥 Adults | 🔗 Visit the Events Calendar link in our bio to register
Most families are unprepared for one of life’s most inevitable moments — not because they don’t care, but because no one taught them how to prepare. Join Melissa Lewis, RN BSN, for a warm, practical, and uplifting conversation about the five essential areas every family should have in place — from important documents and medical wishes to emotional readiness and meaningful conversations. You’ll leave with greater clarity, peace of mind, and simple next steps to help protect yourself and the people, pets, and plants you love.
What We’ll Cover:
- Essential legal and medical documents
- How to communicate your healthcare wishes
- Conversations that prevent conflict and regret
- Emotional preparation and finding peace
- Lessons from 30 years at the bedside about living, loving, and letting go
This Presentation Is For You If…
- You want to protect yourself & those you love
- You want to give your family a chance to grieve — not manage logistics
- You are navigating caregiving, aging, illness, or loss
- You are ready to start the conversation, even if you don’t know where to begin
End of Life (EOL) planning does not have to feel overwhelming. Done with care and intention, it can become one of the most loving gifts you give yourself and those you cherish most.
About the Presenter: Melissa Lewis, RN BSN, is the founder of Heartspace for Healing & Hospice. Melissa is a hospice and palliative care nurse, educator, and integrative wellness consultant with more than 30 years of experience supporting individuals, families, caregivers, and clinicians through life’s most tender moments.
Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information.
🍿Meg`s Movies | 📅 Friday, 8/7 | 🕒 2 PM | 👥 Adults | ✅ No registration required
Join us for an afternoon at the movies! Our Head of Adult Services, Meghan Withers-Tong, has curated a lineup of her favorite films to share monthly with the community. Come relax and connect with fellow movie lovers!
Here’s your hint 🤫: A bookkeeper from Brooklyn, New York, finds herself in a difficult situation when she falls for the brother of the man she has agreed to marry. Starring Cher, Nicolas Cage, & Olympia Dukakis.
📝Creative Writing Workshop | 📅 Friday, 8/7 | 🕒 2 PM | 👥 Adults | 🔗Visit the Events Calendar link in our bio to register
Join us for a welcoming, monthly creative writing workshop led by Glastonbury Poet Laureate Victoria Nordlund. This workshop offers writers a supportive space to share works in progress and engage in thoughtful, constructive discussion.
Participants are invited to bring poems, short fiction, essays, or other creative pieces to read aloud and receive feedback from the group. To help facilitate discussion, writers should bring 10 printed copies of the work they would like reviewed. Whether you are polishing a draft or simply seeking fresh perspective, this collaborative setting encourages careful listening, generous critique, and creative growth.
Writers of all experience levels are welcome. Come ready to share, reflect, and connect with fellow writers who value craft, curiosity, and community.
🖥️Intro to Vega (Your Library`s New Catalog) | 📅 Tuesdays, 8/18, 9/1, & 9/15 | 🕒 2:30 PM | 👥 Adults | 🔗 Visit the Events Calendar link in our bio to register
Follow along with reference librarian Kirsty to learn the library`s new catalog, Vega! Bring your library card and a 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.
✍️Creative Writing Session | 📅 Thursday, 8/6 | 🕒 6:30 PM | 👥 Adults | 🔗Visit the Events Calendar link in our bio to register
After a brief meet & greet and optional short discussion of works in progress, participants will spend the majority of the session enjoying uninterrupted writing time alongside fellow local writers.
Whether you are working on poems, short fiction, essays, memoir, or another creative project, this supportive environment offers a chance to focus, reflect, and make meaningful progress on your current work in the company of other writers. Writers are welcome to share ideas, seek feedback, or simply enjoy the motivation and accountability of writing together.
Writers of all experience levels are welcome. Please bring your own laptop, notebook, or other preferred writing materials. Come ready to write, connect, and create in a space that values craft, curiosity, and community.
💼 New Resource Alert for Job Seekers! 💼
Looking for a new job, changing careers, or polishing your resume? Your library card just became even more powerful.
Welles-Turner Memorial Library cardholders now have FREE access to My Jobs Library, an all-in-one online career resource that helps you:
🔍 Search millions of job postings from thousands of employers
📄 Build and improve your resume
🎯 Match your skills to current job openings
📊 Explore salary data and labor market trends
🎓 Find free training programs, courses, and career assessments
Whether you`re entering the workforce, returning after a break, or ready for a career change, My Jobs Library gives you the tools to take the next step with confidence.
Visit the Databases link in our bio and click "Data Axle" to get started
🧭SMART Recovery Support Group | 📅 Wednesday, 8/5 | 🕒 6 PM | 👥 Adults | ✅ No registration required, new members always welcome
A supportive, non-judgmental space for anyone looking to build healthier habits and address addictive or problematic behaviors, including challenges with substances, gambling, food, shopping, and more.
Presented in cooperation with Glastonbury Youth and Family Services.
Looking to learn something new or connect with others? The library offers a wide range of events for adults.
Join us for thought-provoking lectures, hands-on craft workshops, book clubs, and monthly group meetings centered around shared interests. Whether you’re diving into a new topic, trying a creative project, or enjoying conversation with others, there’s always something happening!
