WELLS — A pair of popular Russian traditions will be featured later this month at the The Wells Public Library.

At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 23, Marina Forbes will present a  beautifully illustrated interactive presentation called “Traditional Matryoshka Nested Doll Making: From Russia to America” at the library. 

Using a fully illustrated show and numerous exhibits, including examples of her own work and from her extensive collection, Forbes will examine the tapestry of the rich folk tradition and symbolism of the doll’s appearance and the interesting link between doll making and other traditional Russian art forms.

This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library.

For more information, call Andrea Kazilionis at 646-8181 or send an email to  [email protected].

At 2:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, the library will host a “Traditional Russian Tea Service.”

Russian tea drinking traditions date back centuries and are beautifully unique.

The public is welcome to visit the library to experience a very special Russian Tea Service. They’ll be using a samovar and dining on traditional Russian tea snacks.

Participants also will have the opportunity to learn Russian tea time phrases and discuss Russian culture.

This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library.

For more information, call 646-8181 or send an email to [email protected].