Join us once a month at 5:30pm to discuss our latest mystery selection. This month's selection is Grave Tattoo by Val McDermid. Copies are available at the Circulation Desk. For more information email [email protected].

  

 

 

Proposal writing is the single skill most sought- after by savvy nonprofit managers.  On the one hand writing a grant proposal is quite simple and follows a basic formula.  On the other hand, this may be your only chance to put the case for funding your organization in front of a foundation.  So you want to be sure to do it right.  This basic introduction provides invaluable tips on what your proposal narrative and budget should include, how to let your funder take the lead, and the best advice on writing and submission techniques.

 

Our presenter Judith Margolin is an independent consultant, workshop and webinar leader on foundations and grants.  She served as Vice President for Planning and Evaluation at the Foundation Center, the nation's leading authority on philanthropy, for a number of years.  She has devoted her career to philanthropy and is dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations secure the funding they require to fulfill their valuable missions.  She is the author of several books, including The Individual's Guide to Grants and Financing a College Education and has served as editor of multiple editions of the Foundation Center's how-to books, including Foundation Fundamentals, Guide to Proposal Writing, Grantseeker's Guide to Winning Proposals, and After the Grant. Co-sponsored by the Community Foundation of Eastern CT.  

 

Coffee: 8:30-9:00 am 

Presentation: 9:00-12:00 pm 

 

Register online here  or call  860-447-1411 ext 3

 

 

 

Email is the most cost-effective, targeted, trackable, and efficient way to build and maintain relationships in all types of business and organizations. This seminar covers:
* What is permission-based email marketing and becoming a trusted sender
* Email list building
* Increasing deliverability and open rates
* Writing good subject lines and content - getting readers to take action
* Tracking results and what to do with this information
* How email and social media marketing work together to achieve goals

 

Register online by clicking here or call 860-447-1411 x 3.

 

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.

Are you a busy mom or caregiver who stil needs time to read something for yourself? The TIME OUT Book Club is for you! Come to a fun and lively book discussion without having to hire a babysitter. Bring the kids to play while we relax (okay, semi-relax) and talk about an engrossing, escapist title each month. Coffee and snacks will be served.

This April we will discuss "The Storyteller" by Jodi Picoult. Copies will be available at the Circulation desk with your valid library card. Registration is encouraged, but not required.

Please note the change of date to Thursday this month instead of our usual Friday meeting.

Learn the basics of email and set up your own email account at a free website. Mouse and keyboarding skills are a prerequisite. Stop by the computer desk for help,  

call (860) 447-1411 x 3 or reserve time in person at the  

Information Department. Seats limited to 5.

 

Learn to download FREE library e-books and eAudiobooks using your library card. 

Bring your device or your laptop with you. 

Please make sure its charged and that you have any password needed  

to download apps to it. No experience necessary all you need is a library card.     

 

 

 

Learn the basic rhythms of percussion with the fabulous Dwight Baldwin! Kids of all ages are invited to drop in on the drum circle in the Community Room. This program will run for 6 weeks, and you are not required to attend every week. No registration is required.

 

  

 

On Poem in Your Pocket Day, select a poem you love, carry it with you, and share it with others throughout the day. Poems will be available here at the library for you to take with you, or create your own! Check out poetry books, and add a poem to your Facebook Profile or Twitter page. Use #pocketpoem on Twitter.Everyone who checks out a book today will receive a copy of a poem.