Maury Loontjens Memorial Library
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Harry Potter Adult Fun Bash 4
Wed, Feb 12th at 6:30pm
If you are a Potter fan then this class is a must! Join Corinne Adams for an exciting magical hour. Lots of new (surprise) ideas for Potter enthusiasts, new trivia-let's see who will be the next trivia master! Lots of cool Potter show and tells-stuff you can get online on the cheap! 14 years and up, wear your robes if you like...come alone or with friends-it's a laid back fun affair.
Sign up required because of limited space.
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Meditation: The Secret to a Peaceful Life with Dr. Alan Post.
Wed, Feb. 19 at 6:30pm
Many of us worry about the future or dwell upon the past. Our mind is constantly in turmoil. In this program, we will explore the healing power of meditation and how to unlock the door to a life of improved physical and emotional wellbeing. Meditation is much more than a simple tool to help people reduce stress but rather it is helps to positively transform our inner self which in turn impacts our outer relationships and the way we cope with the stressors around us. Meditation can enhance our happiness on an individual level and is the secret to profound personal wellbeing and global healing. Join Dr. Post who is a chiropractic physician and contributing author to the book: “Meditation as Medication for the Soul” by Rajinder Singh for this engaging program. There be a short meditation sitting.
Pre-registration appreciated.
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GEORGE HARRISON - LIVING IN THE MATERIAL WORLD
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Sat, Feb 22 at 1pm
NR, 2011,227 minutes
Starring: Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono, Tom Petty, Phil Spector, Jackie Stewart
Inter-cut with archive material, friends, family and associates of the musician tell the story of his life and how spirituality became such a major part of it. Directed by Martin Scorsese.
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ON PETTASQUAMSCUTT
Sunday, Feb 23 at 1pm
Sponsored by Friends of Canonchet Farm, Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Wildlife Specialist Mary Gannon discusses "The Rhode Island Bear Story: From Colonial Persecution to Backyard Pest."
Pre-registration required.
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VHS TO DVD SERVICE
Are all your old home movies on VHS tapes that are hard to watch or share? Reserve our VHS to DVD converter to transfer your VHS tapes. For details and to reserve a time click
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Every Wed. Features Tech drop-in from 1pm to 3pm or call to make an appointment with the Reference Librarian.
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Join our fun, sociable group of knitters every week on Thursday from 1 pm to 3 pm. All welcome.
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Sunday Scrabble is back this winter! Join us for a friendly game from 1pm to 3pm on the following Sundays this winter: February: 2, 9 & 16, March: 1, 8, 15 & 22
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JOKER —Best Picture Oscar Nominee
Tuesday, Feb 4 at 2 & 6 pm
R, 2019,122 minutes
Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro.
The film centers around the iconic arch nemesis and is an original standalone story not seen before on the big screen. Phillips's exploration of Arthur Fleck, a man disregarded by society, is not only a gritty character study but also a broader cautionary tale. Rated R for strong bloody violence, disturbing behavior, language and brief sexual images
HARRIET
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HARRIET
Tuesday, Feb 11 at 2 & 6 pm
PG-13, 2019, 125 minutes
Starring: Jennifer Nettles (Best Actress Oscar Nominee), Joe Alwyn, Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monae, Tim Guinee, Clarke Peters, Leslie Odom, Jr. The incredible true story of Harriet Tubman, and her quest to lead hundreds of slaves to freedom on the Underground Railroad.
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FORD V FERRARI—Best Picture Oscar Nominee
Tuesday, Feb 18 at 2 & 6 pm
PG-13, 2019, 152 minutes
Starring: Christian Bale, Matt Damon, Caitriona Balfe, Jon Bernthal, JJ Feild, Josh Lucas, Ray McKinnon, Ian Harding, Tracy Letts, Noah Jupe, Remo Girone. The remarkable true story of the visionary American car designer Carroll Shelby and the fearless British-born driver Ken Miles, who together battled corporate interference, the laws of physics, and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD—Best Picture Oscar Nominee
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ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD—Best Picture Oscar Nominee
Tuesday, Feb 25 at 2 & 6 pm
R, 2019, 161 minutes
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Luke Perry, Dakota Fanning An actor and his stunt double struggle to keep pace with the evolving entertainment industry in 1960s Los Angeles. Rated R for language throughout, some strong graphic violence, drug use, and sexual references
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FEBRUARY BOOK CLUBS: Afternoon Book Club meets at 1pm on Wed, Feb. 12 to discuss The Bluest Eye, a novel by Toni Morrison. The Evening Book Club meets at 6:30pm on Wed, Feb. 26 to discuss Excellent Women. Copies of titles for book clubs are available at the Circulation Desk. For more information, call Marilyn Sherman at 789-9507 ex 4.
MONDAY MORNING BOOKTALKS: Want to talk about books? Want to hear what everyone else has been reading? Like coffee? The last one is optional. Join us for Monday Morning Book Talks at 10:30 am on Feb. 10 and 24.
THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY not meet in February.
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EVENTS IN THE CHILDRENS' ROOM
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KIDS' STORYTIMES:
Toddler Story Time (2-3) 10:00 am
A storytime session for children ages 2-3 with a parent or caregiver. Join in stories, songs, fingerplays, a craft, and snack. Time for socialization and unstructured play will follow. Registration is required. February: 5,12 &19
Preschool Story Time (3-5) 10:00 am
A storytime session for children ages 3-5 with a parent or caregiver. Join in stories, songs, fingerplays, a craft, and snack. Time for socialization and unstructured play will follow. Registration is required. February: 6,13 & 20
Baby & Me Story Time
10:00 am
Babies ages birth to 23 months are invited to bring their favorite adult to this fun and interactive program. We will share simple books, lap bounces, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. Time for socialization and unstructured play will follow.
February: 7,14 & 21
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Maker Monday-Feb. 10
Bring Your Child to the Library Day, Valentine themed special story time on Sat. Feb. 15 at 10 am, please pre-register.
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Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-8:30pm
Friday & Saturday:9:30am-5pm
Saturday:
9:30 am-5 pm
Sunday: 12-4pm
Closed 2/17 in honor of President's Day
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