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Virtual Programs for Adults - At a Glance

Paint Night at Home - Event Full Books on Tap Cookbook Club That’s Weird! History is strange: Take a second look! Homemade Ravioli Black Bears in Connecticut Acoustic Guitar Concert Pure Inspiration from Dustin Pari Protecting Your Financial Information: Identity Theft

Virtual Programs for Adults - Details

Paint Night at Home ~ Virtual Program for Adults - EVENT FULL

Who: Adults When: Thursday, September 17, 2020 Time: 6-7:30pm Place: Virtual session

Learn how to paint a real work of art at home! Follow instructor Pamela Halligan of Pam’s Picassos on Zoom as she walks you through the steps of creating your own masterpiece. You will create a beautiful completed painting. Paint kits will be available to pick up at the library beginning Monday, September 14. You must be registered for the program in order to pick up a paint kit. Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting and begins August 20. Click here to register. Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account. Image (left) appears with permission

Books on Tap ~ Virtual Gathering for Adults 21+

	Who: Adults age 21+ When: Thursday, September 24, 2020 Time: 6-7pm Place: Virtual session Adults 21+ are welcome to meet virtually for a non-traditional book discussion over a beer on Zoom! We will start by sharing what we've chosen to drink. Please support local businesses and buy from nearby independent breweries if you can! It is especially encouraged to buy from our usual host, Hops on the Hill in Glastonbury.* They are open limited hours for to-go sales.
After virtual cheers, we will dive into the books we read from a specific genre. We will explore a new genre each month until we can meet in person again. With a valid library card, you can explore our online offerings to find a title that fits the genre. For personalized recommendations, click here. Or, search through your own collection! September's pick: Biographies Registration is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting. Click here to register.

Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account. *Hops on the Hill is located at 275 Dug Rd, South Glastonbury, CT.  Click here to visit their website.  Click here for map and directions. Image (right) © Tryfonov/AdobeStock.com

Cookbook Club ~ Virtual Gathering for Adults 21+

Who: Adults age 21+ When: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Time: 6:30-7:30pm Place: Virtual session With the library temporarily closed, we've decided on a new place for the Cookbook Club ... your place!  :) Adults age 21+ are welcome to meet virtually for a non-traditional Cookbook Club discussion on Zoom. BYOB ... or wine!

We will start by sharing what we've chosen to cook, and any tips or challenges we had to overcome. This month's pick is to make a dish from the America’s Test Kitchen Blog! Feel free to pick any America’s Test Kitchen recipe, either online or if you have one of the cookbooks at home! Pick any recipe, whether it’s a dessert, main course or side dish. As we do not want anyone to make special grocery store trips at this time, whatever you have in the house or planned in with your regular grocery shopping trip is fine!

September's Cookbook Club: America’s Test Kitchen Recipe Pick! Online registration is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting. Click here to register. Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account.

That’s Weird! History is strange ... Take a second look!

~ Virtual Program for Adults

Who: Adults When: Thursday, October 1, 2020 Time: 6:30-7:30pm Place: Virtual session An ordinary-looking map with a sinister surprise. Earrings made of human hair. A piece of a revered Connecticut tree carved in the shape of a … ham? Museums are full of objects that make staff and visitors say, "Huh?" But what makes these objects so strange to us? What makes an object "weird?" This presentation explores some of CHS’s strangest items. You will learn how even the oddest artifacts can be gateways into a deeper understanding and appreciation of our state’s history. Register online or by calling Reference at 860-652-7720. Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting. About the presenter: Taylor McClure is a Museum Educator at the Connecticut Historical Society. She teaches educational programs for school and adult groups both at the museum and on location. Taylor is a former high school social studies teacher, with a B.A. in History and a Masters in Teaching from the University of Washington. Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account.

Homemade Ravioli ~ Virtual Program for Adults

Who: Adults When: Monday, October 5, 2020 Time: 6-7:15pm Place: Virtual session

Join Katie Shepherd, Registered Dietitian, and learn how to make your own ravioli from scratch. You’ll be guided through mixing, kneading and rolling your pasta dough and create a delicious cheesy filling. Katie will also be answering any burning questions you may have about food and nutrition! You will need the following ingredients for this recipe: • 2 eggs • all-purpose flour • salt • olive oil • ricotta • shredded mozzarella and • (optional spices) parsley, basil and nutmeg. You do NOT need a pasta machine, but a rolling pin is required.​ Register online or by calling Reference at 860-652-7720. Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting. Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account. Image (left) © mihrzn/AdobeStock.com

Black Bears in Connecticut ~ Virtual Presentation for Adults Who: Adults When: Thursday, October 15, 2020 Time: 6-7:30pm Place: Virtual session

Paul Colburn, Master Wildlife Conservationist, will present on the natural history of black bears in Connecticut and provide an overview of black bear habitat, diet, behavior, reproduction and current research efforts. It also provides practical recommendations for optimum coexistence with our black bear population. Registration begins September 17, online or by calling Reference at 860-652-7720. Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting.

About the presenter: Paul Colburn is a 2015 graduate of the Master Wildlife Conservationist Program (MWCP) and a certified Master Wildlife Conservationist (MWC). The MWCP is a Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) adult education program that trains volunteers in the fields of wildlife management, natural history and interpretation. Mr. Colburn has provided hundreds of wildlife presentations across the state and participated in several wildlife research projects. Mr. Colburn is an avid outdoorsman, a graduate of Wesleyan University and served honorably in the United States Army.

Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account.

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Acoustic Guitar ~ Virtual Concert for Adults Who: Adults When: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 Time: 6-7pm Place: Virtual session

Peter Biedermann is a solo instrumental guitarist based in Green Valley, AZ who has been composing and performing for over 45 years and will be performing for the fourth time for the Welles-Turner Memorial Library. The common thread throughout his musical background is crossing the boundaries of music genres. This hybrid, contemporary style melds elements of American and European folk with jazz and blues shadings; underpinned by subtle ambient electronics. Peter began focusing on performing original solo instrumentals beginning in 2000. The music is now being presented virtually from his home until further notice. Peter will be focusing on new pieces as well as material from his latest live recording – "Say What?" – on a variety of guitars in unique tunings.

The program encourages questions from the audience and will also include some of the history and evolution of steel string guitar playing over the last 60+ years. Fans of fellow guitarists such as Michael Hedges, the British school (Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Davy Graham), Alex de Grassi and John Martyn will enjoy this music. Go to www.biedermannmusic.com for more information about Peter and his music. CD purchases can be made from the RECORDINGS section of this website. Registration begins September 22, online or by calling Reference at 860-652-7720. Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting.

Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account.

Pure Inspiration from Dustin Pari ~ Virtual Program for Adults

Who: Adults When: Monday, November 2, 2020 Time: 6-7:15pm Place: Virtual session

Sweeter than chocolate! Wilder than Wonka himself! This confectionery creation from Dustin Pari takes a look at the tale of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by author Roald Dahl, examines the characters and their vices and, then, uses these devices to create a wonderfully magical tale of motivation, inspiration and imagination. Grab your golden ticket for this lecture, and hold on tight! It’s time for Pure Inspiration! Registration begins October 5, online or by calling Reference at 860-652-7720. Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting. Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account.

Protecting Your Financial Information: Identity Theft ~ Virtual Program for Adults

Who: Adults When: Thursday, November 10, 2020 Time: 6-7pm Place: Virtual session Image © danijelala/AdobeStock.com

We live in a fast-paced, technological world. Scammers are all around us, whose only goal is to steal your financial information to commit fraud. Your best defense is awareness. Join Kathleen Titsworth of the Connecticut Department of Banking to learn important tips to help you understand the methods of identity theft; take action steps to reduce your risk; recognize signs that you may be a victim; choose your options in recovering from identity theft, including data security breaches; and exercise your consumer rights to shield your credit report from unauthorized use. Registration begins October 13, online or by calling the library's Reference Department at 860-652-7720. Registration with a valid email address is required in order to receive login information on the day of the Zoom meeting. Click here for a tutorial on setting up a Zoom account.

 

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Temporary Online Access to BookPage

Because the publisher has paused shipment of their upcoming April printed issues, they are offering patrons free access to the online edition for the time being:

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A Word About Holds for Local Book Clubs

Due to Connecticut State Library delivery limitations, the library must suspend local book club support until further notice. In the meantime, the Reference Department is available to assist members of community book clubs in locating available copies of items to be picked up at the owning libraries. We regret this inconvenience and will let you know as soon as we have more information.

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