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LIBRARY E-NOTES: September 17 - October 1
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Food For Fines Program
September 2014
Do you have overdue fees on your account?
Beginning September 2 and running through September 30, patrons can pay down their fines by bringing canned goods and non-perishable food items to the library. All donations of food in September benefit the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center of New London. This does not apply to lost or damaged library materials.
Contact: 860-447-1411 x6
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ADULT PROGRAMS
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Community Knit
Every Thursday, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Learn the healing and calming effects of knitting and crocheting. Socialize with others with the same interest.
Help others by either teaching someone to knit or
making something needed by a child, a senior citizen,
or a homeless person.
Bring your knitting materials! Some materials may be
provided. Location: Board Room.
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NPRC Grant Database Training
Monday, September 22
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Did you know that the library has access to information on 100,000 grantmakers and 2.3 million grants? Sign up for this class to learn how to access and harness this information for the greater good of your non profit organization. Space is limited to 10 people and preregistration is required. Contact Madhu Gupta at [email protected].
Register online here or call 860-447-1411 x 3.
Location: Adult Reading Area
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Book Discussion - My Beloved World
Monday, September 22
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
An instant American icon - the first Hispanic on the U.S. Supreme Court - tells the story of her life before becoming a judge in an inspiring, surprisingly personal memoir told with startling candor and intimacy.
The book discussion will be led by Elizabeth Garcias-Gonzalez, Executive Director of Centro de la Comunidad. Light refreshments thematically related to the book will be served.
Contact: [email protected] 860-447-1411 x3
Location: Local History Room
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Voter Registration Table at The Library
Tuesday, September 23
9:30 am - 7:00 pm
Register to vote today!
Members of the League of Women Voters will be manning a table with voter registration materials in the library entrance during the hours the library is open.
Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of South Eastern Connecticut (LWV SECT).
Contact: Barbara Brockhurst at [email protected]
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The Power Of "Inside Out"
Storytelling
Tuesday, September 23
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Did you know that Walt Disney used storytelling to sell his vision? And that he used storyboards to share his dream? That he was an
"inside out" thinker, connecting with people on an emotional level?
During this exciting two hour gathering, we will use storyboarding
(just like Disney did) to help transform your board, staff and other
supporters into effective champions of your organization. You will learn
how to engage your staff, board and others to authentically share their
own stories to generate greater unrestricted revenue. You'll leave with
nuggets and tools that you can immediately implement. Change your story,
change your destiny!
Presenter: Judith Green
Judith Green is a Revenue Development Non Profit Consultant and Coach.
As a results oriented visionary, Judith has a proven record of success in
generating great wealth for nonprofit organizations in her 30-year versatile career.
Registration required. To register, please call the library at 860-447-1411 x3 or click here.
Location: Community Room.
Contact: Madhu Gupta 860-447-1411 x 3 [email protected]
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Meet The Candidate - Andrew Lockwood Tuesday, September 23
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Andrew Lockwood, Republican Challenger for House District 39, will be available for questions.
Contact: 860-447-1411
Location: Community Room
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New London History Series
Wednesday, September 24
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join New London historian Sally Ryan and learn more about the history of New London. This series of programs runs on Wednesdays
from September 24 through October 29.
Sept. 24 -The CT Colony and Pequot War
Oct. 1-New London's Early Years: 1646 -1775
Oct. 8-The Revolutionary War
Oct. 15-Whaling 1820-1860
Oct. 22-Railroads and the Industrial Revolution
Oct. 29-1938 Hurricane to the Present
The Series is Free but Registration is Requested.
To register, please click here or call the library at 860-447-1411 x3
Contact: [email protected].
Location: Community Room
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Time Out! Book Club - The Circle
Tuesday, September 25
10:30 am - 11:00 am
TIME OUT! Book Club for busy Moms and Caregivers who need to get their reading time too! Bring the kids to play while we chat and discuss the selection of the month over coffee! Snacks will be provided for both adults and children. This month's title is The Circle by Dave Eggers. Copies will be available for checkout. Please register online here or call 860-447-1411 x4. Location: Children's Room.
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Film and Discussion - "Freedom Riders"
Thursday, September 25
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Created Equal: America's Civil Rights Struggle is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Humanities that uses the power of documentary films to encourage community discussion of America's civil rights history. NEH has partnered with the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History to develop programmatic and support materials for the sites. New London Maritime Society's program at Public Library of New London is one of 473
institutions across the country awarded a set of films chronicling the history
of the Civil Rights Movement.
FREEDOM RIDERS
This film offers an inside look at a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights struggle, when a brave band of activists challenged segregation in the Deep South.
Discussion leader: Lonnie Braxton
Duration: 90 min
Location: Community Room
Event is free and open to the public.
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How To Start A Small Business
Friday, September 26
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Explore the key steps that turn a business opportunity into an entrepreneurial journey. Workshop presenters Nazz Paciotti and Jim Toner will teach you how to organize your business, where and how to secure funding, manage cash flow, and how to build business and marketing plans that will provide you with the roadmap to success.
About the Presenters:
Jim Toner was an R&D Engineering Manager for a large imaging company, and he ran a home remodeling business for eleven years. He has expertise in short and long term planning, budgeting, manufacturing, security, HR, and general management.
Nazz Paciotti was a financial officer in aerospace, international, and physical security companies as well as oil and gas production, refining and exploration, including start-ups, acquisitions, divestitures, and mergers.
Registration is required. To register, please click here or call the library at 860-447-1411 x3.
Location: Community Room
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Downloading E-Books by Appointment
Monday, September 29
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Make an appointment with us to learn how to download e-Books to your smart phone or device.
Make sure you device is charged.
Bring your device, library card and any passwords you might need to
download apps to your device.
Registration required.
To register click here or call the library at 860-447-1411 x6.
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Introduction to Grant Seeking for Individuals
Tuesday, September 30
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Did you know that the library has access to information on 100,000 grantmakers and 2.3 million grants? Grants for individual endeavors such as education, research and business pursuits are not that easy to find. Attend this class to learn about the Foundation Grants to Individuals database, GrantSpace.org and other helpful resources.
A working knowledge of the Internet and Windows are needed for this hands-on session.
Space is limited to 10 people and preregistration is required.
Contact: [email protected]
Location: Community Room
Register online or here or call 860-447-1411 x 3.
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Genealogy Club
Tuesday, September 30
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Have you ever wanted to explore your family history? Join us for the Genealogy Club. We will meet in the Local History Room to access genealogical resources and Ancestry.com. Let's learn our history together! We will meet the last Tuesday of each month.
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TEEN PROGRAMS
Every Tuesday in September
Join us for a board game, a card game or just hang out time with your friends.
We'll meet in the Teen Area (next to the magazines). Contact 860-447-1411 x 6.
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Pizza and Pages Book Club - Hatchet
Tuesday, September 23
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tweens and Teens ages 10-15, this is the book club for you! Read a great book each month then get together with friends to discuss it over free pizza provided by the library! Books are available for checkout with a valid library card in the weeks prior to our meeting. This month's selection is "Hatchet" by Gary Paulsen.
Registration is required. To register please call the Library at 860-447-1411 x4 or click here.
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CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Storytime Friends
Every Tuesday in September
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Bring a cuddly friend to introduce to the group and listen to new and exciting stories each week! Informal playtime with storytime friends following the readings. Registration is recommended but not required. Location: Children's Room.
To register, call the Children's Room at 860-447-1411 x4 or click here.
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Homework Helpers
Mondays Through Thursdays
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Students from Connecticut College will be here in the Children's Room to assist school aged children with homework in all areas of study.
This program runs Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm on a drop-in basis.
There is no fee for this service and no need to make an appointment.
Location: Children's Room
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Constitution Week Begins
Wednesday, September 17
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The U.S. Constitution was adopted by delegates at the Constitutional Convention on September 17, 1787, so U.S. Constitution Week falls on
September 17-23 each year. Commemorate the occasion by learning
about the importance of this document in US History.
Location: Children's Room
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Play-Doh Day
Thursday, September 18
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Do some Play-Doh sculpting and take home a recipe to make your own modeling clay at home.
Location: Children's Room.
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Be An Autumn Fairy - Make Your Own
Tutu
Saturday, September 20
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Get fancy for fall and create your very own no-sew tutu! For children ages 5-10 (younger children will require adult assistance). All materials will be provided. Registration is limited and required.
Please register online here or by calling 860-447-1411 x4.
Location: Children's Room
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Banned Books Week
Monday, September 22
9:30 am - 7:00 pm
Exercise your rights! Check out or re-read a favorite banned book. Celebrate the first amendment and see a list of banned and challenged books from years past.
Location: Children's Room
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Elephant Appreciation Day
Monday, September 22
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Learn about these amazing creatures and all of the reasons we should love and appreciate our pachyderm friends. Check out an elephant story to share at home.
Location: Children's Room
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Make An Autumn Journal
Tuesday, September 23
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
It's the first day of Autumn! Create your own journal to record all your fun fall memories. All materials will be provided.
Location: Children's Room
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Johnny Appleseed Day
Friday, September 26
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Learn about the man, the myth, the legend...JOHNNY APPLESEED! Check out a story about apples and have an apple treat! No registration required.
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Cityscapes!
Saturday, September 27
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
On this date in 1932, the first skyscraper opened in New York City. Commemorate the occasion by creating a cool city perspective art project. Check out some books on cities around the world and stories taking place in the city.!
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Hispanic Heritage Month Begins
Monday, September 15
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Hispanic Heritage Month begins today and runs through October 15! Learn about Hispanic heritage, famous Hispanic-Americans and make a maraca to take home!
Location: Children's Room
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