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LIBRARY E-NOTES: October 8 - 22
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 SPECIAL EVENT!!
Hartbeat Ensemble: 'Workin For A Livin'
Friday, October 17
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
**This program will be held at Washington Street Coffee House, 13 Washington Street, New London, CT 06320
Learn about the everyday experiences of everyday work with a performance
of work-related vignettes created by Hartbeat Ensemble and based on interviews
with real people. From a coffee shop barista to teens sharing their hopes, dreams
and fears about entering the workplace, the performance gives a glimpse into the world of contemporary work life.
An audience talkback session follows the performance.
Sponsored by Connecticut Humanities
Contact: Suzanne Maryeski - [email protected]
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ADULT PROGRAMS
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New London History Series
Wednesday, October 8, 15, 22 & 29
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
Location: Community Room
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Book Discussion - Capital In The Twenty First Century
Wednesday, October 8
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Capital in the 21st Century by Thomas Picketty has spent 21 weeks on The New York Times best seller list.
Professor Edward J. McKenna, Professor of Economics at Connecticut College, will lead a discussion of the book centered on the first 109 pages, which includes the introduction and the first and second chapters.
Professor McKenna's work lies at the intersection of economics and philosophy. He is particularly interested in the relationship between philosophical conceptions of justice and fairness, and economic theories that explain the distribution of income.
Copies of the pages to be discussed are available to borrow at the circulation desk.
To register, click here.
For more information, call the library at 860-447-1411 x3. Contact: Suzanne Maryeski - [email protected]
Location: Community Room.
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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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Citizenship Chat
Thursday, October 9
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Help us celebrate the opening of the Citizenship Corner at the library! Come hear stories, get questions answered and learn about the new Citizenship Corner resources available to you. Registration is not required but encouraged.
Contact: Maritza Vargas - [email protected] Location: Community Room |
How To Set Up and Run a Successful Etsy Shop
Saturday, October 11
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Would you like to sell your art, craft or antique collection online but aren't ready to set up your own website? Tap into the already booming marketplace of Etsy, an online collection of shops for handcrafted & vintage
goods, and plug into a worldwide community of buyers.
About The Presenter:
Kristen Romans, a Lebanon resident and successful Etsy seller for the past
5 years with her jewelry business "Silver Ranch", will present a comprehensive
overview on how to set up your own Etsy shop to start your online business.
Kristen brings her talent for public speaking and many years teaching experience
to make this a fun and informative program. Bring your questions, a notebook,
and your sense of adventure!
Contact: Madhu Gupta - [email protected]
Registration is required. To register, please click here or call the library at 860-447-1411 x3.
Location: Community Room
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The Library Will Be Closed
Monday, October 13
The library will be closed on Monday, October 13 in observance of Columbus Day.
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Requesting Bequests: How To Successfully Acquire Legacy Gifts
Tuesday, October 14
9:30 am - 11:30 am
When surveyed, most people say they would consider leaving a gift to charity in their will. In reality, only 1 in 20 actually does. Why not?
Nonprofits never asked or established the strong relationship necessary
to deserve to be written into a will. What tools do you need to ask for
bequests and build your legacy giving program? Join us for this
highly-informative workshop where you will discover how to successfully
request bequests and raise money for your nonprofit organization.
About the Speaker:
Rick Schwartz has been a leader in nonprofit communications for more than 35 years.
He is a top-rated speaker nationally as well as a consultant in
communications, strategic thinking, and development. He has been
responsible for more than 30 annual reports and continues to create
and consult on new ones every year. To register: call the library at 860-447-1411 x3 or click here. Contact: Madhu Gupta - [email protected]Location: Community Room
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Latino Heritage Month Festival
Saturday, October 18
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
A book reading and short films about Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latino Supreme Court Judge. Caribbean food will be served.
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm Program for children
Reading of the English & Spanish book:
A Judge Grows in the Bronx/ La juez que crecio en el Bronx
by Sonia Sotomayor
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Program for all ages
Short films followed by a discussion led by Elizabeth Garcias-Gonzalez, Executive Director of Centro de la Comunidad. Empanadas and flan will be served. Contact: Suzanne Maryeski - [email protected]To register, click here. Location: Community Room
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Non Profit Resource Center Grant Database Training
Monday, October 20
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 - [email protected]
Register here or call 860-447-1411 x 3.
Location: Community Room
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Mystery Book Club - Jane and the Unpleasantness at Scargrave Manor
Monday, October 20
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
We will be discussing Jane and the Unpleasantness at Scargrave Manor by Stephanie Barron. Copies are available at for check out at the Circulation Desk.
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Introduction to Grant Seeking for Individuals
Tuesday, October 21
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? Grant funds 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.
Location: Community Room
Contact: Madhu Gupta - [email protected]
Register online here or call 860-447-1411 x 3.
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Shelf Awareness Book Club - August: Osage County
Tuesday, October 21
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Shelf Awareness book club meets on the Third Tuesday of every month at 3:00 pm. In October, we will be discussing the book August: Osage County by Tracy Letts. Books are available to check out at the Circulation Desk. Light refreshments will be served. Join us! We are always looking for new members. Contact: Mary Fecteau - [email protected]Location: Local History Room
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TEEN PROGRAMS
Join us for different activities, like crafts, games, technology and more.
Contact: Maritza Vargas 860-447-1411 x6 [email protected]
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CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Storytime Friends
Every Tuesday in October
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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Art Behind The Story
Every Thursday
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ms. Christa will read a story and kids and parents can create a related craft!
Ages 3 and up with adult supervision required.
Contact: Christa Sieburg - [email protected]
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Fire Prevention Day
Thursday, October 9
Sparked by the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, Fire Prevention Day teaches us fire safety and things we can do to help prevent fires from occurring. Check out a book on firetrucks, firefighters, fire-safety or famous fires in history.
Location: Children's Room
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International Egg Day
Friday, October 10
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
What's all the EGG-citement about? It's International Egg Day!
Learn about the health benefits of eggs, participate in an egg hunt at 11:00 am
around the Children's Room in the library, and check out some EGG-cellent stories!
This is no yolk! Eggs are everything they are cracked up to be. Eggs are high in
nutrition, low in fat, and people all around the world consume eggs and egg products.
Location: Children's Room
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Dictionary Day
Thursday, October 16
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate Dictionary Day by reading...what else? The DICTIONARY! Learn some new vocabulary words and share them with friends in a game of Mad Libs.
Dictionary Day is in honor of Noah Webster, considered the Father of the
American Dictionary. Noah Webster was born on October 16, 1758.
The objective of the day is to emphasize the importance of dictionary skills
and improve vocabulary. Noah Webster began writing his dictionary
at the age of 43. It took him 27 years to finish! In addition to traditional English
vocabulary, it contained uniquely American words.
Location: Children's Room
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Latino Heritage Festival
Saturday, October 18
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
A book reading and short films about Sonia Sostomayor, the first Latino Supreme Court Judge. Caribbean food will be served.
1:30 - 2:00 Program for children Reading of the English & Spanish book: A Judge Grows in the Bronx/ La juez que crecio en el Bronx by Sonia Sotomayor.
2:00 - 3:00 Program for all ages. Short films followed by a discussion led by
Elizabeth Garcias-Gonzalez, Executive Director of Centro de la Comunidad.
Empanadas and flan will be served.
Contact: Suzanne Maryeski - [email protected]Location: Community Room
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Music On The Move with Miss Molly
Monday, October 20
10:30 am - 11:15 am
A musical celebration for little ones and their parents and caregivers! Come sing and play with Ms. Molly on Monday mornings at 10:30am. This session will run for four weeks beginning Monday, September 29, continuing October 6, 20, and 27. Note: The library is closed on Monday, October 13 in honor of Columbus Day, so no class will be held that day.
Contact: Julie Holzworth - [email protected]
Location: Community Room
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