What's on in Woodbury (WOW) this February!

February 2019 WOW Newsletter

Upcoming Schedule of Events

Welcome to WOW's monthly newsletter! WOW is the Woodbury Library, Parks and Recreation Department and Senior Center's collaborative effort to bring free programs to Woodbury for people of all age's enjoyment. You can find more information on these programs and all WOW programs at www.wowbury.org. We would love to see you!

Woodbury Ukulele Band:

February Meetup

Friday, February 1st, 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Woodbury Senior Center

Fun with four strings and friends!

Whatever your age or experience level, you are welcome to join this dynamic group of people! Come play with us!

If you do not own your own uke, you may check one out at the Woodbury Library with your library card. For more information, please check out the WUB website! https://woodburyukes.org/

Iceland Through an Artist's Eyes

Tuesday, February 5th

7:00 PM

Woodbury Library

Woodbury artist, Matt Wood, recently took a trip to Iceland and will be sharing his fantastic photographs that give a unique view of this beautiful country. Iceland has a unique terrain and Matt Wood's photographs capture the stunning vistas, from the mountains to the oceans.

Please register for this program, as space is limited at

www.woodburylibraryct.org

GREAT DECISIONS World Affairs Discussion Group

Will meet bi-weekly beginning Thursday, Feb. 7th

7:00 PM

Woodbury Public Library

Prepare to discuss the world at the Woodbury Public Library with Great Decisions, America's largest discussion program on world affairs! The 8-week program is sponsored by the Woodbury Public Library in memory of former Director Jill Smith and is facilitated by resident and educator Don Giroux.

The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the DVD and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. This year's topics are as follows:

Refugees and Global Migration, The Middle East: Regional Disorder, Nuclear Negotiations: Back to the Future?,

The Rise of Populism in Europe, Decoding US-China Trade, Cyber Conflicts and Geopolitics, The United States and Mexico: Partnership Tested.

Books are available to borrow at the library, and the Friends of the Library will offer light refreshments.

Please contact the library at 203-263-3502 for more information or to reserve your spot.

Internet Safety in a Hacker's World

Thursday, February 14th at 7:00 PM & again on

Wednesday, February 20th at 11:00 AM

Woodbury Library

Our world today is more connected than ever before.

This connectivity has increased convenience, but it has been at the expense of safety and privacy.

Join Reference and Technology Librarian Ron Fairchild for an informative presentation on what these vulnerabilities are, how they can affect you, and steps you can take to reduce your risk of being compromised in this hacker's world.

Space is limited and registration is requested.

Please register at www.woodburylibraryct.org or call the library at 203-263-3502 for more information.

Keely Cabaret performs

"Books Come to Life"

Tuesday, February 19th

7:00 PM

Woodbury Library

Keely Baisden presents "Books Come to Life: a Celebration of Literature Through Song" at the Woodbury Public Library on Tuesday, February 19 at 7:00 PM. Join her as she sings and dances selections from popular tales found on the shelves of libraries, as well as performing some of the most renowned literary creations gleaned from Broadway shows.

Offered Cabaret style, this program is free and open to music enthusiasts of all ages.

Please visit the library's website to register at www.woodburylibraryct.org or call 203-263-3502 for more information on this Friends of the Library sponsored program.