Weston Public Library Adult Newsletter - May 2023

From: Weston Public Library
May 2, 2023

New Children's and Teen Services Librarian: Kara Sabbagh!

After a long search, we are proud and excited to announce that we have a new Children's and Teen Services Librarian starting on May 1. Welcome Kara Sabbagh! We will be celebrating Kara with a welcome reception in the near future for Weston families and children to meet their new librarian, so please keep an eye on our Website and social media for the announcement!

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage on Hoopla

May is National Jewish American Heritage month. Check out a catered selection of audiobooks that you can borrow for FREE with your Weston library card on Hoopla!

All CT Reads Book Discussion: The Final Revival of Opal & Nev
Thursday, May 4 at 7:00pm

Join us for a discussion of this electrifying novel about the meteoric rise of an iconic interracial rock duo in the 1970s, their sensational breakup, and the dark secrets unearthed when they try to reunite decades later for one last tour.
 
Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. All CT Reads is a year-long initiative to promote lifelong reading, learning, and connection. Register here.
Lessons from Ancient Greece - Conversations: Truth, Myth & Democracy (Virtual)
Thursday, May 4 at 7:30pm

Over 3,000 years ago, Ancient Athens gave rise to the world’s first democracy. What lessons can be gleaned from the 5 th Century BCE, to overcome the challenges facing our own form of government in the 21st

Dr. Daniel Barrett leads a virtual discussion with Dr. Jeff Miller where they will explore parallels between today’s political upheavals and the experiences of the Ancient Greeks. Drawing on the lessons of the past, the two will discuss potential solutions to problems that could pose a threat to our modern democracy. Register here!

Paper Shredding and Computer Recycling
Saturday, May 6 at Hurlbutt Elementary School
 
The Friends of the Weston Library will be holding a shred day fundraiser in the Hurlbutt Elementary School parking lot. Standard boxes of paper (10"x12"x15") can be shredded for $10 and Computers can be recycled for $20 each. Dispose of sensitive documents and tech in a safe way!
Weston Library Photography Club: Exhibit Reception
Black and White
Saturday, May 6, 3:00-5:00pm
 
The Weston Library Photography Club and the Weston Commission for the Arts invite you to an Exhibit Reception at the Weston Public Library entitled: Black and White. This event kicks off the exhibit, which will run through Saturday, June 24 in the Library's Community Room. No registration required. Join us!

Registration is required and all registrants will receive the Zoom link the day of the program. You must register by 4pm the day of the event to get the link. Register here.
Library Closed
Monday, May 29
 
The library will be closed on Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day. Enjoy the Town of Weston's Memorial Day Parade!
Recurring Events
New Yorker Roundtable
Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

10:45 a.m. Meetings are hybrid, in-person at the library and online via Zoom.

Join the Friends of the Library New Yorker Group to discuss articles from the current issue on politics, current events, literature, and more. The New Yorker is available online with your Weston Public Library card at https://researchitct.org/popularmagazinespublic/

Sponsored by the Friends of the Weston Public Library

Book Discussions

Thursday, May 11, 10:45 am (Hybrid)

The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith

 Wednesday, May 17, 7:30 pm (Hybrid)

We Measure the Earth with Our Bodies by Tsering Yangzom Lama

 To reserve a copy of the book, please email kbennett@westonct.gov  If you would like to join either group virtually, please email westonlibrary@westonct.gov  for the Zoom link.

 Sponsored by the Friends of the Weston Public Library

Friends of the Library Short Story Hour

Wednesday, May 17
1:30 p.m. online via Zoom

 Like an old-fashioned radio hour, participants will listen to a classic short story, followed by a discussion. No preparation is necessary.

Anyone who has participated in earlier Short Story Hours is already registered and will receive invitations to upcoming sessions. If you are new to the Short Story Hour, please register by sending your name, email address, and telephone number to WPLShortStories@gmail.com  You will receive an email invitation to join the meeting. 

 Sponsored by the Friends of the Weston Public Library

Sip and Stitch
Thursday, May 18
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room

Join friends and neighbors for a night of sipping and stitching. Make a little progress on your needle work while chatting and sharing tips.

Please register. 

Cookbook Club - Mexican Food!
Monday, May 22
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Community Room

The Weston Public Library Cookbook Club is an opportunity for those who love cooking to share favorite recipes and try new recipes with neighbors and friends! Make your favorite dish to share and bring the recipe!

Looking for favorite recipes from previous meetings? You can check out all of the recipes here. 

Please register.

Consumer Reports Online Access

Did you know that you can access current and back issues of this popular magazine for FREE? Through the state library's ResearchIT resource, you can read, download, and print individual sections including the popular Buyer's Guides. Check it out here!

Get ready for summer travel with Transparent Language Online

Learn over 110 languages from all over the world, including indigenous languages from the Americas, English as a Second Language, and Irish Gaelic!

Sign up through the library website.

Homebound Delivery Service

Weston residents who are temporarily or permanently homebound due to health or disability issues or COVID concerns are eligible for the Library's free homebound delivery service.

Call the library at 203-222-2665 or email westonlibrary@westonct.gov  for more information.

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