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Mystery!

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Russell Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Mystery! is a Russell Library-run book club for mystery lovers. The book group discusses a new mystery novel every month. The group meets on last Thursday of the month (o...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Mystery! is a Russell Library-run book club for mystery lovers. The book group discusses a new mystery novel every month.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Switch Play!

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Young Adults
Event Details:

 Come play Nintendo Switch at the Library! The Russell Library is hosting drop-in and play sessions in The Space on Thursdays from 5PM-7PM. Play games from Russell Librar...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

 

Come play Nintendo Switch at the Library!

 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Self Defense Workshop for Young Adults and Adults

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

This self-defense class will teach self-protective tips, self-defense techniques, and will be safe and fun! No previous experience necessary. Please dress comfortably.  T...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 58
Event Details:

This self-defense class will teach self-protective tips, self-defense techniques, and will be safe and fun! No previous experience necessary. Please dress comfortably.  

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Chill Zone

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adults
Event Details:

Join Russell Library and Rushford for some relaxing self care activities.This event is intended for young people ages 12-22 and snacks will be provided.This program is sponsored by...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Russell Library and Rushford for some relaxing self care activities.

This event is intended for young people ages 12-22 and snacks will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Homework Help Center

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments. Experienced tutors will be available to help in a variety of subjects and will wor...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

College Application Essay 101

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

College applications deadlines are right around the corner and essays are a crucial piece! Jason Howard from Finish Line Tutoring will present a how-to on college essay writing and...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 65
Event Details:

College applications deadlines are right around the corner and essays are a crucial piece!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Science Saturday: Next Level

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Performance, Presentation
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Calling all kids ages 8-14! Join us for a new session of our popular Science Saturday program designed just for you. This program is all about getting hands-on with amazi...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Nature, Performance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Calling all kids ages 8-14! Join us for a new session of our popular Science Saturday program designed just for you.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Kitchen Ceili and Friends Concert

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Kitchen Ceili and Friends:  Traditional and Original Music from Ireland, North America, the British Isles and IndiaMembers of Kitchen Ceili perform a repertoire that includes ...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Children, Young Adults, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Kitchen Ceili and Friends:  Traditional and Original Music from Ireland, North America, the British Isles and India

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Cookie Decorating

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Young Adults
Event Details:

Feeling creative? Feeling hungry? Either way, join us to decorate and eat some sweet treats! Allergy friendly options will be available.This activity is best for ages 12-22. T...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Feeling creative? Feeling hungry? Either way, join us to decorate and eat some sweet treats! Allergy friendly options will be available.

This activity is best for ages 12-22. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn About The Science of Poop!

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Learn about the science of poop during this special visit with The Poop Museum!  Susie Maguire, poop expert, will answer some fascinating poop questions, such as...W...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Children, Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Nature, Presentation, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Learn about the science of poop during this special visit with The Poop Museum!  Susie Maguire, poop expert, will answer some fascinating poop questions, such as...

Which animal does a poop dance?

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crochet for Beginners

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Come learn the basics of crochet or bring a work in progress to put some time into. All levels are welcome, but the focus will be on beginners and those new to crochet entirely. Th...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come learn the basics of crochet or bring a work in progress to put some time into. All levels are welcome, but the focus will be on beginners and those new to crochet entirely. This will take place in the Teen Area aka The Space!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Homework Help Center

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments. Experienced tutors will be available to help in a variety of subjects and will wor...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Indoor Stars with Wesleyan University's Space Dome

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Nature, Presentation, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn about space, planets, and constellations. 

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Indoor Stars with Wesleyan University's Space Dome

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Nature, Presentation, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn about space, planets, and constellations. 

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Indoor Stars with Wesleyan University's Space Dome

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Nature, Presentation, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn about space, planets, and constellations. 

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers, Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Indoor Stars with Wesleyan University's Space Dome

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Nature, Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Nature, Presentation, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Come see the stars ... in the Hubbard Room! Wesleyan University's astronomy department brings their amazing inflatable observatory to Russell Library. Come inside the dome to learn about space, planets, and constellations. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Treasures Within: Art Show Reception with Gary O'Neil

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Wangunk Elder Gary O'Neil has on display his art collection titled Comforts From Our Past, which contain pieces made out of wood and clay. Photos and pottery fired at Wesleyan Pott...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Wangunk Elder Gary O'Neil has on display his art collection titled Comforts From Our Past, which contain pieces made out of wood and clay. Photos and pottery fired at Wesleyan Potters will also be on display. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Intro to Cooking

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Young Adults
Event Details:

You're invited to join Chef Rachel at the Russell Library! Participants will learn basic knife skills and how to read a recipe as they prepare their own individualized Instant...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

You're invited to join Chef Rachel at the Russell Library!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Homework Help Center

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments. Experienced tutors will be available to help in a variety of subjects and will wor...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wangunk Tribe Talk with Elder Gary O'Neil

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Come hear Wangunk Elder Gary O'Neil speak about the history of his tribe, often called the lost tribe, whose ancestral lands include Middletown and other areas throughout Middlesex...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Come hear Wangunk Elder Gary O'Neil speak about the history of his tribe, often called the lost tribe, whose ancestral lands include Middletown and other areas throughout Middlesex County. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery!

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Russell Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Mystery! is a Russell Library-run book club for mystery lovers. The book group discusses a new mystery novel every month. The group meets on last Thursday of the month (o...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Mystery! is a Russell Library-run book club for mystery lovers. The book group discusses a new mystery novel every month.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pirates of New England

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hubbard Room at Russell Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Young Adults, Adults
Event Details:

Pirate historian Luca Rebussini will present on real New England pirates and privateers. Topics discussed during this presentation will include why people became pirates, how pirat...

Required
Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: Hubbard Room
Age Group: Young Adults, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Pirate historian Luca Rebussini will present on real New England pirates and privateers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Homework Help Center

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments. Experienced tutors will be available to help in a variety of subjects and will wor...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Homework Help Center

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Space at Russell Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Young Adults
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments. Experienced tutors will be available to help in a variety of subjects and will wor...

Library Branch: Russell Library
Room: The Space
Age Group: Children, Young Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in Wednesdays during this school year between 5pm-7pm for FREE help on homework assignments.