Walingford and Meriden Library News December 2008
Library News and Events December 2008
To read THE PEOPLES PRESS in image or pdf forms go to http://www.peoplespressnews.com/. We are a community newspaper serving Meriden, Wallingford and all of central Connecticut.
MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY CLOSING SCHEDULE
Meriden Public Library will observe the following schedule of holiday closings: Wednesday, December 24 Library is open 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thursday, December 25 Library is closed to observe Christmas
Friday, December 26 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, December 27 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Wednesday, December 31 Library is open 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thursday, January 1 Library is closed for New Years Day
Friday, January 2 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, January 3 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
The library’s regular business hours are:
Monday through Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ;
Thursday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ;
Closed Sundays.
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CROCHET CLASSES IN DECEMBER AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Would you like to learn to crochet? Join us on Saturday December 6 and 13 at 3:00 in the Friends Room
at the Meriden Public Library for a beginner crochet class taught by Meriden resident Mary Ann Reyes.
Learn how to properly hold the crochet hook, make a foundation chain, single, half double, and double crochet stitches. You will need to bring any color or ounce size of Bernat holiday yarn and one size H8 crochet hook. The class size is limited to the first 10 people. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 to reserve a place.
“FOOD FOR FINES” MONTH AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library will hold its annual “Food for Fines” month beginning Friday, November 28
through Wednesday, December 21. If you are returning late items, bring in at least one non-perishable food itemfor each item you are returning late. If you have overdue fines already, these can also be “paid” with a
non-perishable item. Sorry, but food donations do not cover lost or damaged library materials. Bring in those long overdue DVD’s, cd’s, books, etc. and clear up those fines. Borrowers must visit the Circulation Desk in person to take advantage of this opportunity. All food collected will be delivered to local food pantries. Food items most needed are tuna, dry milk, boxed pasta products, tomato items, juices, and cereals. Contact the Meriden Library at 238-2344 or 630-6349 if you have questions.
CCCYO CONCERT DECEMBER 6 AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library is pleased to host a concert by the Central Connecticut Civic Youth Orchestra
on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room. Come and enjoy this wonderful orchestra. The program is free but seating is limited. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com, or visit our homepage at http://www.meridenlibrary.org/ and click on “Adult events” to reserve a seat.
MERIDEN-ATTENTION ALL PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS, AND CARE GIVERSCHECK OUT ALL THE FREE UPCOMING PROGRAMS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CHILDREN AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY.
December 8th at 6:30 PM. "Scrap Booking " with Kitt Dunk. Come and make a memory book with your child to keep for yourself, save as a child's treasure, or give as a gift. Bring in your favorite photos, recipes, or keepsakes you'd like to transform into a book. Be creative with your child! Sign up for this FREE program is required.
December 29th at 10:30 AM. "Booktime with Ronald McDonald". Come and enjoy spending time laughing, watching and learning as Ronald McDonald tells everyone about booktime. FREE tickets available December 1st.
December 30th-Movies, Movies, Movies10:30 AM. Come enjoy this heart wawrming classic movie rated (G) for all ages. 2:00 PM. For the older children we have a (PG) rated movie that everyone will be sure to enjoy.Come watch these movies on our large screen and listen to the surround sound. Bring a drink, blanket and pillow. We will provide the popcorn.
For more information on any of our FREE programs please feel free to call us in the Children's Library (203)630-6347
WINTER STORY HOURS AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Our winter story hour registration will begin on December 15th. Story hours will begin the week of January 5th. All first time participants must show proof of age.Story will be as follows: Mondays at 6:30 PM. for kindergarten to 2nd grade (stories and crafts)Tuesdays at 10:15 AM. for independent 2 years old, 11:15 AM. for 3 to 4 years old, 1:15 PM. for 3 to 4 years old, and 6:30 PM. for 3 to 4 years old.Wednesdays at 10:15 AM. for 2 to 3 years old with parent or guardian, 11:15 AM. for 3 to 4 years old, and 6:30 PM. for 2 years old with parent or guardian.Our Start on Stories program for under 2 years old and their parent or guardian are invited to join us for stories, finger plays, music, and socialization. Registration for this program begins December 15th. These programs will be held on the following Thursday mornings at 10:30 AM. January 8 and 22, February 5 and 19th, and March 5, and 19th.All these programs are FREE. Please call us for more information or to sign-up at (203) 630-6347.
ROTARY MITTEN TREE AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library will be hosting the Rotary Annual Tree of Warmth throughout the month of December. A small tree with paper mittens is on display near the main entrance of the library. The public is encouraged to replace the paper mittens on the tree with new gloves, hats, scarves, socks, or mittens. These new items are then distributed to various local agencies. The public may also drop off these items at regular Rotary meetings and the Friends of the Library Bookstore on West Main Street.
News from Wallingford Public Library
Garden Club Tea
Join us on Tuesday, December16th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in celebrating the spirit of the season at a Holiday Tea, presented by the Wallingford Garden Club, in cooperation with the Wallingford Public Library. Enjoy delicious homemade treats as you marvel at the splendid display of holiday decorations designed and made by Garden Club members that adorn the walls of the Library Community Room. Bring your neighbors, family and friends to share the warmth and beauty of this traditional holiday tea, and learn more about the Garden Club from members of this78-year-old community organization.
Book Discussion: The Road by Cormac McCarthy
Read anything good lately? Like to talk about books? What’s the last thing you read? Did you love it, loathe it, or really not care either way? Did you like any of the characters? Do you think the book had a message? Was there any moment in the book that was especially memorable to you? These are just some of the ways to get people started talking about books. If you’d like to be part of the conversation, pick up a copy of Cormac McCarthy’s novel The Road (available at the Information Desk), and join us for an informal book discussion on Thursday, December 11th from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Collins Meeting Room. Published in 2006, The Road is set in the smoking ashes of a post-apocalyptic America, and tells the story of a man’s and his son’s journey toward the sea and an uncertain salvation. The world they pass through is a ghastly vision of scorched countryside and blasted cities. This is an unflinching meditation on the worst and the best that humans are capable of, from ultimate destructiveness to desperate tenacity, and the tenderness that keeps two people alive in the face of total devastation. Cormac McCarthy received the Pulitzer Prize in 2007 for The Road. His 2005 novel No Country for Old Men was adapted as a 2007 film of the same name, which won four Academy Awards including Best Picture. All are welcome to attend the discussion. Copies of the book are available from the Library’s Information Desk. This program is cosponsored by the Connecticut Humanities Council.
Jingle Bell Rock!
All Teens are invited to ring in the holiday season with a Wii Guitar Hero Tournament on Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 p.m. Registration is required and these events fill up quickly, so sign up today! Hope to see you there! Call the Library at 265-6754 or visit us online to register.
Teens, help us decide the next Wii event! The January Wii event is up to you! Cast your votes by participating in the online poll on our blog. The Wallingford teen blog can be accessed by going to www.wallingfordteens.blogspot.com. It is also easy to find on our web site (www.wallingford.lioninc.org). Let us know if you would rather play Tennis, Mario Kart Wii, or maybe we should get the new Wii Music? Feel free to use the blog anytime you have a suggestion or concern. You may remain anonymous if you choose. We hope you will have fun exploring the teen blog and the gorgeous new Teen Zone on our website. Remember, you can always use a library computer with your Library card. Please call the Information Desk (265-6754) if you need any help accessing our web site or teen blog!
Freedom Road Essay Contest
The Wallingford Public Library and the Wallingford Coalition for Unity invite 10th grade students living in Wallingford to participate in an essay contest combining United States History and English literature. The purpose of the contest is to help raise awareness of the delicate balance of race relations in this country following the Civil War, and what relevance this might have in our country today as we struggle to integrate many ethnicities into our society. Guidelines are as follows:
Students will be asked to read the novel Freedom Road by Howard Fast (available at Information Desk), then write an essay discussing ways in which groups of people deal with one another, both post-Civil War and present day, and how we might move toward understanding in a global society. Essays should be approximately two typewritten pages (8 ½ x 11”) double-spaced.
All essays must be turned in to the Wallingford Public Library Information Desk no later than 9:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2009. Winners will be announced on Friday, February 13, 2009.
Essays will be judged by a panel of community members who will look for clarity of expression and good writing skills, and, more importantly, a depth of insight into relations between human beings and a genuine desire to foster understanding. The first-place winner will receive $500, the second-place winner will receive $300, and the third-place winner will receive $200.
For The Kids
On Tuesday, December 9th, bring the family, bring the candy decorations, and make a gingerbread house to remember! This program is for all ages, but children under twelve must bring an adult with them. Sign up begins November 19th. To register, stop by or call the Children's Library at 284-6436, or register online.
Two sessions: Tuesday, December 9th: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 9th: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Hanukkah program, on Friday, December 12th at 4:00 p.m. come to the Library and learn about the tradition of Hanukkah: the food, songs, and stories, in this family program. Hanukkah is observed for eight nights, and usually occurs from late November to late December on the Gregorian calendar. Light refreshments will be served.
Join us for a special evening of Christmas stories by the fire on Tuesday, December 16th at 7:00p.m. Cozy up with your loved ones for some holiday magic in the Children’s Library. This is a drop-in program for all ages.
Movies at the Library
Cinema Club, Tuesday, December 2nd at 6:30 p.m. presents The Maltese Falcon--still the tightest, sharpest, and most cynical of Hollywood’s official deathless classics. Humphrey Bogart is Dashiell Hammett’s definitive private eye, Sam Spade, struggling to keep his hard-boiled cool as the double-crosses pile up around his ankles. This is the role that made Bogart a star and established his trend-setting (and still influential) antihero persona. Join us for a screening of this great movie, followed by a discussion. Refreshments will be served. Unrated.
Tuesday January 6th, 6:00p.m. (Note early start) Cinema Club presents Schindler’s List. Adapted from the best-selling book by Thomas Keneally and filmed in Poland with an emphasis on absolute authenticity, Spielberg’s masterpiece ranks among the greatest films ever made about the Holocaust. It’s a film about heroism with an unlikely hero at its center--Catholic war profiteer Oskar Schindler (Liam Neeson), who risked his life and went bankrupt to save more than 1,000 Jews from certain death in concentration camps. The movie is brilliantly acted, written, and directed. Individual scenes are masterpieces of art direction, cinematography, special effects, and crowd control. Neeson, Kingsley and the other actors are devoid of acting flourishes. There is a single-mindedness to the enterprise that is awesome. Join us at the earlier time of 6:00 p.m. for the film, a discussion, and refreshments. Rated: R.
Family Movie Night
Thursday December 11th, 6:30 p.m. Join us for a big-screen showing of The Dark Knight. The movie reunites director Christopher Nolan and star Christian Bale, who reprises the role of Batman. Rated: PG:13.
Favorite Holiday Movie
Come to the Library Dec. 1st-12th and vote for your favorite from our list of holiday movies. You can also enter your vote on our website: www.wallingford.lioninc.org. Just follow the link from our home page. Pick from the following list of movies: A Christmas Story, Elf, Home Alone, It’s A Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street (original version), National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Scrooged, and White Christmas. We will tally the votes and show the most popular selection on our big screen in the Library Community Room on Saturday, December 20th at 2:00 p.m. with refreshments to follow.
Poetry Society Meeting
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. From the restroom to the Board Room, our Library is focusing on poets and poetry! Many of you have commented on our daily poetic offerings posted in the Library’s restrooms. Now we are inviting you to the Board Room on the first Saturday of each month to meet with the Meriden Poetry Society, where writing exercises, poetic form and style discussions, and sharing poetry and poetry resources will be the focus. Look for additional poetry programming at the Library in the weeks and months to come!
Celebrate Italian Style
Thursday, December 18th 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Celebrate Italian cooking and growing up in an Italian kitchen with cookbook author Jacqueline Miconi. The wonderful, authentic flavors of real Italian cooking have been a part of Ms. Miconi's life since childhood. Her love of traditional Italian cuisine and her passion for Italian culture are evident in her cookbook, Celebrate Italian Style. Ms. Miconi's book will be available for signing and purchase at the conclusion of the program. Refreshments will be served. Advance registration is requested; please call the Library for more information at 265-6754.
December Computer Class
Learn how to make a simple spreadsheet at our introduction to Excel 2007. We’ll cover essential tasks like calculating totals and adjusting formatting. The class will be held on Monday, December 8, 2:00-3:30 p.m. in the Board Room. Seating is limited to 6 students, so be sure to sign up early. You may register online, in person, or by phone at 265-6754.
Greening the Library
In an effort to do our bit for the environment, the Library will no longer be offering disposable plastic book bags to our patrons. Instead, we have some lovely new, reusable book bags (with nice long straps for over the shoulder) for sale at $2.00 each. The new bags are available in a choice of 2 lovely colors, and come printed with the Library logo on the side. We also still have a few of the heavy-duty $7.00 book bags left for sale behind the Circulation Desk.
Library Bookshop
The Bookseller is getting ready for the holidays with new displays of seasonal books and other materials in addition to their usual great offerings. Consider giving nearly new gifts this season from our little gem of a shop. A special thank you to Jeanette and Wayne Beach for the book case they made for the shop and to Jim and Linda Mercuri for the bench cushion. We are now more inviting than ever! Volunteers and substitutes are still needed to work in the shop. Call the library at 265-6754.
The Book Seller Hours are Monday & Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Giving Tree at Wallingford Public Library
The Wallingford Public Library's Giving Tree is in need of decorating! Now through December 22nd please bring newly purchased hats, mittens, gloves and scarves to adorn the branches of the tree. Items can be for any age, child through adult. Donations of non-perishable food items are also welcomed and will be placed under the tree. All donations will benefit local community charitable organizations. For more information, please call the library at 203-265-6754 or email bdevlin@lioninc.org.
Library Hours
Main library: Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Yalesville Branch: Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Closed: December 24th-25th
Library Closes at 4:00 p.m. for New Year’s Eve on December 31st. (Library closed January 1st)
To read THE PEOPLES PRESS in image or pdf form go to http://www.peoplespressnews.com/. We are a community newspaper serving Meriden, Wallingford and all of central Connecticut.
To read THE PEOPLES PRESS in image or pdf forms go to http://www.peoplespressnews.com/. We are a community newspaper serving Meriden, Wallingford and all of central Connecticut.
MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY CLOSING SCHEDULE
Meriden Public Library will observe the following schedule of holiday closings: Wednesday, December 24 Library is open 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thursday, December 25 Library is closed to observe Christmas
Friday, December 26 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, December 27 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Wednesday, December 31 Library is open 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thursday, January 1 Library is closed for New Years Day
Friday, January 2 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, January 3 Library is open 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
The library’s regular business hours are:
Monday through Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ;
Thursday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ;
Closed Sundays.
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CROCHET CLASSES IN DECEMBER AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Would you like to learn to crochet? Join us on Saturday December 6 and 13 at 3:00 in the Friends Room
at the Meriden Public Library for a beginner crochet class taught by Meriden resident Mary Ann Reyes.
Learn how to properly hold the crochet hook, make a foundation chain, single, half double, and double crochet stitches. You will need to bring any color or ounce size of Bernat holiday yarn and one size H8 crochet hook. The class size is limited to the first 10 people. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 to reserve a place.
“FOOD FOR FINES” MONTH AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library will hold its annual “Food for Fines” month beginning Friday, November 28
through Wednesday, December 21. If you are returning late items, bring in at least one non-perishable food itemfor each item you are returning late. If you have overdue fines already, these can also be “paid” with a
non-perishable item. Sorry, but food donations do not cover lost or damaged library materials. Bring in those long overdue DVD’s, cd’s, books, etc. and clear up those fines. Borrowers must visit the Circulation Desk in person to take advantage of this opportunity. All food collected will be delivered to local food pantries. Food items most needed are tuna, dry milk, boxed pasta products, tomato items, juices, and cereals. Contact the Meriden Library at 238-2344 or 630-6349 if you have questions.
CCCYO CONCERT DECEMBER 6 AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library is pleased to host a concert by the Central Connecticut Civic Youth Orchestra
on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room. Come and enjoy this wonderful orchestra. The program is free but seating is limited. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com, or visit our homepage at http://www.meridenlibrary.org/ and click on “Adult events” to reserve a seat.
MERIDEN-ATTENTION ALL PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS, AND CARE GIVERSCHECK OUT ALL THE FREE UPCOMING PROGRAMS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CHILDREN AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY.
December 8th at 6:30 PM. "Scrap Booking " with Kitt Dunk. Come and make a memory book with your child to keep for yourself, save as a child's treasure, or give as a gift. Bring in your favorite photos, recipes, or keepsakes you'd like to transform into a book. Be creative with your child! Sign up for this FREE program is required.
December 29th at 10:30 AM. "Booktime with Ronald McDonald". Come and enjoy spending time laughing, watching and learning as Ronald McDonald tells everyone about booktime. FREE tickets available December 1st.December 30th-Movies, Movies, Movies10:30 AM. Come enjoy this heart wawrming classic movie rated (G) for all ages. 2:00 PM. For the older children we have a (PG) rated movie that everyone will be sure to enjoy.Come watch these movies on our large screen and listen to the surround sound. Bring a drink, blanket and pillow. We will provide the popcorn.
For more information on any of our FREE programs please feel free to call us in the Children's Library (203)630-6347
WINTER STORY HOURS AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Our winter story hour registration will begin on December 15th. Story hours will begin the week of January 5th. All first time participants must show proof of age.Story will be as follows: Mondays at 6:30 PM. for kindergarten to 2nd grade (stories and crafts)Tuesdays at 10:15 AM. for independent 2 years old, 11:15 AM. for 3 to 4 years old, 1:15 PM. for 3 to 4 years old, and 6:30 PM. for 3 to 4 years old.Wednesdays at 10:15 AM. for 2 to 3 years old with parent or guardian, 11:15 AM. for 3 to 4 years old, and 6:30 PM. for 2 years old with parent or guardian.Our Start on Stories program for under 2 years old and their parent or guardian are invited to join us for stories, finger plays, music, and socialization. Registration for this program begins December 15th. These programs will be held on the following Thursday mornings at 10:30 AM. January 8 and 22, February 5 and 19th, and March 5, and 19th.All these programs are FREE. Please call us for more information or to sign-up at (203) 630-6347.
ROTARY MITTEN TREE AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library will be hosting the Rotary Annual Tree of Warmth throughout the month of December. A small tree with paper mittens is on display near the main entrance of the library. The public is encouraged to replace the paper mittens on the tree with new gloves, hats, scarves, socks, or mittens. These new items are then distributed to various local agencies. The public may also drop off these items at regular Rotary meetings and the Friends of the Library Bookstore on West Main Street.
News from Wallingford Public Library
Garden Club Tea
Join us on Tuesday, December16th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in celebrating the spirit of the season at a Holiday Tea, presented by the Wallingford Garden Club, in cooperation with the Wallingford Public Library. Enjoy delicious homemade treats as you marvel at the splendid display of holiday decorations designed and made by Garden Club members that adorn the walls of the Library Community Room. Bring your neighbors, family and friends to share the warmth and beauty of this traditional holiday tea, and learn more about the Garden Club from members of this78-year-old community organization.
Book Discussion: The Road by Cormac McCarthy
Read anything good lately? Like to talk about books? What’s the last thing you read? Did you love it, loathe it, or really not care either way? Did you like any of the characters? Do you think the book had a message? Was there any moment in the book that was especially memorable to you? These are just some of the ways to get people started talking about books. If you’d like to be part of the conversation, pick up a copy of Cormac McCarthy’s novel The Road (available at the Information Desk), and join us for an informal book discussion on Thursday, December 11th from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Collins Meeting Room. Published in 2006, The Road is set in the smoking ashes of a post-apocalyptic America, and tells the story of a man’s and his son’s journey toward the sea and an uncertain salvation. The world they pass through is a ghastly vision of scorched countryside and blasted cities. This is an unflinching meditation on the worst and the best that humans are capable of, from ultimate destructiveness to desperate tenacity, and the tenderness that keeps two people alive in the face of total devastation. Cormac McCarthy received the Pulitzer Prize in 2007 for The Road. His 2005 novel No Country for Old Men was adapted as a 2007 film of the same name, which won four Academy Awards including Best Picture. All are welcome to attend the discussion. Copies of the book are available from the Library’s Information Desk. This program is cosponsored by the Connecticut Humanities Council.
Jingle Bell Rock!
All Teens are invited to ring in the holiday season with a Wii Guitar Hero Tournament on Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 p.m. Registration is required and these events fill up quickly, so sign up today! Hope to see you there! Call the Library at 265-6754 or visit us online to register.
Teens, help us decide the next Wii event! The January Wii event is up to you! Cast your votes by participating in the online poll on our blog. The Wallingford teen blog can be accessed by going to www.wallingfordteens.blogspot.com. It is also easy to find on our web site (www.wallingford.lioninc.org). Let us know if you would rather play Tennis, Mario Kart Wii, or maybe we should get the new Wii Music? Feel free to use the blog anytime you have a suggestion or concern. You may remain anonymous if you choose. We hope you will have fun exploring the teen blog and the gorgeous new Teen Zone on our website. Remember, you can always use a library computer with your Library card. Please call the Information Desk (265-6754) if you need any help accessing our web site or teen blog!
Freedom Road Essay Contest
The Wallingford Public Library and the Wallingford Coalition for Unity invite 10th grade students living in Wallingford to participate in an essay contest combining United States History and English literature. The purpose of the contest is to help raise awareness of the delicate balance of race relations in this country following the Civil War, and what relevance this might have in our country today as we struggle to integrate many ethnicities into our society. Guidelines are as follows:
Students will be asked to read the novel Freedom Road by Howard Fast (available at Information Desk), then write an essay discussing ways in which groups of people deal with one another, both post-Civil War and present day, and how we might move toward understanding in a global society. Essays should be approximately two typewritten pages (8 ½ x 11”) double-spaced.
All essays must be turned in to the Wallingford Public Library Information Desk no later than 9:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2009. Winners will be announced on Friday, February 13, 2009.
Essays will be judged by a panel of community members who will look for clarity of expression and good writing skills, and, more importantly, a depth of insight into relations between human beings and a genuine desire to foster understanding. The first-place winner will receive $500, the second-place winner will receive $300, and the third-place winner will receive $200.
For The Kids
On Tuesday, December 9th, bring the family, bring the candy decorations, and make a gingerbread house to remember! This program is for all ages, but children under twelve must bring an adult with them. Sign up begins November 19th. To register, stop by or call the Children's Library at 284-6436, or register online.
Two sessions: Tuesday, December 9th: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 9th: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Hanukkah program, on Friday, December 12th at 4:00 p.m. come to the Library and learn about the tradition of Hanukkah: the food, songs, and stories, in this family program. Hanukkah is observed for eight nights, and usually occurs from late November to late December on the Gregorian calendar. Light refreshments will be served.
Join us for a special evening of Christmas stories by the fire on Tuesday, December 16th at 7:00p.m. Cozy up with your loved ones for some holiday magic in the Children’s Library. This is a drop-in program for all ages.
Movies at the Library
Cinema Club, Tuesday, December 2nd at 6:30 p.m. presents The Maltese Falcon--still the tightest, sharpest, and most cynical of Hollywood’s official deathless classics. Humphrey Bogart is Dashiell Hammett’s definitive private eye, Sam Spade, struggling to keep his hard-boiled cool as the double-crosses pile up around his ankles. This is the role that made Bogart a star and established his trend-setting (and still influential) antihero persona. Join us for a screening of this great movie, followed by a discussion. Refreshments will be served. Unrated.
Tuesday January 6th, 6:00p.m. (Note early start) Cinema Club presents Schindler’s List. Adapted from the best-selling book by Thomas Keneally and filmed in Poland with an emphasis on absolute authenticity, Spielberg’s masterpiece ranks among the greatest films ever made about the Holocaust. It’s a film about heroism with an unlikely hero at its center--Catholic war profiteer Oskar Schindler (Liam Neeson), who risked his life and went bankrupt to save more than 1,000 Jews from certain death in concentration camps. The movie is brilliantly acted, written, and directed. Individual scenes are masterpieces of art direction, cinematography, special effects, and crowd control. Neeson, Kingsley and the other actors are devoid of acting flourishes. There is a single-mindedness to the enterprise that is awesome. Join us at the earlier time of 6:00 p.m. for the film, a discussion, and refreshments. Rated: R.
Family Movie Night
Thursday December 11th, 6:30 p.m. Join us for a big-screen showing of The Dark Knight. The movie reunites director Christopher Nolan and star Christian Bale, who reprises the role of Batman. Rated: PG:13.
Favorite Holiday Movie
Come to the Library Dec. 1st-12th and vote for your favorite from our list of holiday movies. You can also enter your vote on our website: www.wallingford.lioninc.org. Just follow the link from our home page. Pick from the following list of movies: A Christmas Story, Elf, Home Alone, It’s A Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street (original version), National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Scrooged, and White Christmas. We will tally the votes and show the most popular selection on our big screen in the Library Community Room on Saturday, December 20th at 2:00 p.m. with refreshments to follow.
Poetry Society Meeting
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. From the restroom to the Board Room, our Library is focusing on poets and poetry! Many of you have commented on our daily poetic offerings posted in the Library’s restrooms. Now we are inviting you to the Board Room on the first Saturday of each month to meet with the Meriden Poetry Society, where writing exercises, poetic form and style discussions, and sharing poetry and poetry resources will be the focus. Look for additional poetry programming at the Library in the weeks and months to come!
Celebrate Italian Style
Thursday, December 18th 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Celebrate Italian cooking and growing up in an Italian kitchen with cookbook author Jacqueline Miconi. The wonderful, authentic flavors of real Italian cooking have been a part of Ms. Miconi's life since childhood. Her love of traditional Italian cuisine and her passion for Italian culture are evident in her cookbook, Celebrate Italian Style. Ms. Miconi's book will be available for signing and purchase at the conclusion of the program. Refreshments will be served. Advance registration is requested; please call the Library for more information at 265-6754.
December Computer Class
Learn how to make a simple spreadsheet at our introduction to Excel 2007. We’ll cover essential tasks like calculating totals and adjusting formatting. The class will be held on Monday, December 8, 2:00-3:30 p.m. in the Board Room. Seating is limited to 6 students, so be sure to sign up early. You may register online, in person, or by phone at 265-6754.
Greening the Library
In an effort to do our bit for the environment, the Library will no longer be offering disposable plastic book bags to our patrons. Instead, we have some lovely new, reusable book bags (with nice long straps for over the shoulder) for sale at $2.00 each. The new bags are available in a choice of 2 lovely colors, and come printed with the Library logo on the side. We also still have a few of the heavy-duty $7.00 book bags left for sale behind the Circulation Desk.
Library Bookshop
The Bookseller is getting ready for the holidays with new displays of seasonal books and other materials in addition to their usual great offerings. Consider giving nearly new gifts this season from our little gem of a shop. A special thank you to Jeanette and Wayne Beach for the book case they made for the shop and to Jim and Linda Mercuri for the bench cushion. We are now more inviting than ever! Volunteers and substitutes are still needed to work in the shop. Call the library at 265-6754.
The Book Seller Hours are Monday & Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Giving Tree at Wallingford Public Library
The Wallingford Public Library's Giving Tree is in need of decorating! Now through December 22nd please bring newly purchased hats, mittens, gloves and scarves to adorn the branches of the tree. Items can be for any age, child through adult. Donations of non-perishable food items are also welcomed and will be placed under the tree. All donations will benefit local community charitable organizations. For more information, please call the library at 203-265-6754 or email bdevlin@lioninc.org.
Library Hours
Main library: Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Yalesville Branch: Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Closed: December 24th-25th
Library Closes at 4:00 p.m. for New Year’s Eve on December 31st. (Library closed January 1st)
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