Featured Events
Alice Waters’ Edible Schoolyard:
Innovation in the global food system
Tuesday, May 23rd
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
Following the incredible success of Chez Panisse, chef, author, and activist Alice Waters founded the Edible Schoolyard Project (ESY) in 1995 — combining her perspectives as a trained Montessori teacher, fervent political activist, gifted chef, and champion of sustainable agriculture. Register Here>>
Snacks and Crafts: Whole-Family Celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Sunday, May 21st
12pm - 2pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Join members of our community to sample snacks and crafts from a number of Asian and Pacific Island cultures. Register Here>>
Programs for Adults: May 22nd - May 28th
Period. End of Sentence:
Documentary Screening and Discussion
Monday, May 22nd
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room
A period should end a sentence not a girl's education...
The library will be screening the award winning documentary Period. End of Sentence. followed by a discussion hosted by Olive Goldenberg (@olive_gives) and Jenny Kohl (The Diaper Bank of CT). Popcorn and drinks will be provided.
Artscapades Presents: Cityscapes: From Masters to Modernists
Monday, May 22nd
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
ArtScapades will look at how artists portrayed cities in their works, from 17th century realistic cityscapes to 20th century abstract metropolitan views. Included in this lecture are works by Johannes Vermeer, Camille Pissarro, John Sloan, Edward Hopper, Piet Mondrian, Georgia O’Keeffe, and more! Register Here>>
Expert Search Tips and Tricks
Monday, May 22st
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
Learn the search techniques that will help you access our vast collection of books, ebooks, audiobooks, movies and more. We’ll also show you how to get the most out of our research databases, how to install and configure the necessary apps, and how to get further assistance. The class will conclude with a tour of our new library building. Register Here>>
Lifestyle Medicine Workshop:
Exercise
Wednesday, May 24th
11:00am - 12:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
Let's tackle the management of our energy, and MORE! Lifestyle medicine specialist, Dr. Raquel Harrison, will teach you the evidence to optimal movement and its benefit both physically and mentally.
ARTicipation for Adults
Wednesday, May 24th
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Anderson MakerLab
This ARTicipation workshop will cover how to create a Cityscapes Mixed Media painting using various mediums and techniques. This workshop is connected to the Artscapades Cityscapes lecture on Monday, May 22nd.
Glass House Presents: Architecture Now: New York, New Publics
Thursday, May 25th
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
Curator Evangelos Kotsioris will present on Architecture Now: New York, New Publics, an exhibition at The MOMA that showcases 12 projects for public-facing spaces across New York City’s five boroughs.
Mark Your Calendar
Registration opens for June exercise classes on 5/29th.
Tai Chi is cancelled on 6/16th and 6/23rd.
Upcoming Programs for May 29th - June 2nd
Art As A Lifeline: Photographer Torrance York on Parkinson’s, Creativity, and the Making of Semaphore
Tuesday, May 30th
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
Photographer Torrance York shares how her latest body of work, Semaphore, acted as a lifeline after she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Copies of Semaphore, will be available for purchase through Elm Street Books. Register Here>>
Sewing Project: Fabric Tool Belt
Thursday, June 1st
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anderson MakerLab
Make this half-apron for the carpenter, artist or gardener in your life. Easy to construct and sturdy enough to withstand wear and tear. Design pockets to serve your individual tool needs. Participants must have been certified or already familiar with a sewing machine. For adults and teens ages 11+. Register Here>>
Book Buzz with the Publishers
Thursday, June 1st
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium
The Publishers are coming! The Publishers are coming! Join us as representatives from the top five publishing houses: Penguin Random House, MacMillan, Harper Collins, Simon & Schuster, and Hachette showcase the upcoming hot, must-read books of summer, as well as a preview of fall's noteworthy reads. This is a great opportunity to build your TBR pile for the beach, the plane, or simply hanging out in the hammock. Printed book listings from each publisher will be available for note taking as they present the titles in a fun, speed dating style. The evening begins with a wine and cheese reception, and a chance to meet the publishers. Register Here>>
Uncovering Your Roots:
Navigating Ancestry: Library Edition and Family Search
Saturday, June 3rd
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room
Join Reference Librarian, Kassidy Wynne, to learn how to access and navigate both Ancestry: Library Edition and Family Search to find sources that you can use to uncover your family’s roots. If you have a laptop, please bring it with you. Laptops will be provided for the duration of the program for those who do not have them. This is a three-part series (5/20, 6/3, 6/17). Classes can be enjoyed individually or cumulatively as a series. Please register for each event that you plan to attend. Register Here>>
Ongoing Weekly Programs
Gentle Yoga (Registration Required)
Mondays, 10am
Bring your own mat
Open MakerLab
Wednesdays, 4pm-6pm
Drop by and check it out
Open Tech (No registration Required)
Tuesdays, 2pm-4pm
Come in for one-on-one support More>>
Tai Chi (Registration Required)
No Class 6/16 and 6/23
Fridays, 10am
All levels are welcome
Family Programs
Teen Advisory Board
Saturday, May 20th
12:30-1pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room
Calling all teens! Join us once a month to chat, share ideas for teen programs, help develop the teen collection, and more!
Learn Chess in One Day for Grades 1-12
Saturday, May 20th
3-4:30pm
Grushkin Children's Program Room
Absolute beginner chess players in grades 1 to 12, join chess instructors to learn everything you need to know to get started.
Book Explorers for Grades 2-3
Monday, May 22nd
4:15-5pm
Grushkin Children's Program Room
Join Miss Dajana for a book discussion of Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye by Geronimo Stilton, followed by a fun activity.
Creation Station for Grades 3-4
Tuesday, May 23rd
4:15-5pm
Grushkin Children's Program Room
Creation Station is an interactive program where children grades 3-4 can express their creativity and tap into their imaginations. Register Here>>
Young Critics Book Group for Grades 4-6
Tuesday, May 23rd
7-8pm
Grushkin Children's Program Room
The Young Critics are reading The Beast and the Bethany by Jack Meggitt-Phillips this month.
Little Bookworms: Book Group for Grades K-1
Thursday, May 25th
4:15-5pm
Grushkin Children's Program Room
This month, we will read Tiny Spoon vs. Little Fork by Constance Lombardo together at the Library, and we’ll create our own goofy stories about everyday objects.
The Farmer's Grind is OPEN!
Located in the Library Concourse
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 10am - 6pm
Friday - Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday: Closed
