Local News and Events April 2010
To read The People’s Press, Meriden and Wallingford Ct’s Newspaper in image or pdf form go to www.peoplespressnews.com . We are your NewsMagazine!
Wallingford Public Library – Children’s Activities
Springtime Stories
Join us in a storytime soon! Wallingford Public Library Storytimes do not require any registration and are for children and adults to enjoy together. The programs are interactive, and filled with a variety of stories, songs, music, fingerplays , and movement, and each is developmentally appropriate for the ages described. Interested siblings are always welcome.
Preschool Stories
For children ages three to five
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. [no program April 20]
Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m.
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Musical Mother Goose*
For children ages one and two
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.
Community Room
*This program is limited to 60 people; Wallingford residents are given priority. Please bring proof of residency. Non-residents are most welcome to attend if there is room.
The Waddling Ones*
For children ages 12-24 months
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.
Collins Room
*This program is limited to 20 children and their caregivers; Wallingford residents and Itty Bitty graduates are given priority. Please bring proof of residency. Non-residents are most welcome to attend if there is room.
Itty Bitty Babies
For children ages 12 months and under
Thursdays, 1:30 p.m.
Children’s Program Room
Me Gustan los Libros!
Monday April 26, 6:30 p.m.
Children’s Program Room
Join Maria Ruiz for stories and more with a bilingual twist!
Stories and activities for children ages 3-8 and their caregivers, are shared in English and Spanish.
Family Game Night Unplugged
Friday, April 16, 7:00 p.m.
Children’s Library
New studies show that kids are spending too many hours per day in front of screens!
Gather your family and friends in the Children’s Library and we’ll have loads of new board games for you to enjoy together. Board games provide opportunities for kids to learn all sorts of valuable skills in a fun-filled way.
So join us for counting, reading, logic, strategy, conversation, giggles and more!
Meriden Public Library April Vacation Week Programs
MERIDEN-SPEND SOME QUALITY TIME AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DURING SPRING VACATION WEEK
In Celebration of National Library Week and Spring Vacation Week, Meriden Public Library will be presenting children's programs for all ages.
On Tuesday April 13th at 10:30 AM. Come party, dance, and sing along with "Harry Gambardella". Harry brings his own party and you will sure to have a great time!
On Wednesday April 14 at 11:00 AM. Watch in amazement, smile and laugh along with Meriden's own "Willy The Clown".
Tickets will be available on April 1st.
Stop by the Children's Library to pick up your tickets or call us for more information at(203) 630-6347.
MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY APRIL EVENTS
U.S. CENSUS AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library is an authorized census questionnaire assistance center for help with the U.S. Census forms. The Census Department will be at the library on a daily basis from Friday, March 19 to Monday, April 19 to assist people with questions about the forms, exchanging forms for the correct language, and helping people fill out the forms. The following is a schedule of times the Census Department will be in the Seminar Room of Meriden Public Library:
Monday and Wednesday – 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday – 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
FREE COMPUTER CLASSES IN APRIL
Meriden Public Library will be offering the following free computer classes on Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM in the public computer lab.
Email Class - April 24
Microsoft Word – April 17
Class size is limited. Contact the library at (203) 238-2346 or (203) 630-6349 to register for any class.
WRITERS NETWORK MEETS APRIL 28
The Writers Network will meet at Meriden Public Library on Tuesday, April 8 and on Wednesday, April 28 at 7:00 pm in the Friends Room. Anyone who is serious about writing fiction or nonfiction, wants to learn the process of getting published, or needs support for writing a book proposal or query letter is welcome to attend. The Writers Network is for anyone who is looking for a support network to keep the motivation going, is interested in sharing their writing with others and is longing for the camaraderie of others who share a passion for writing. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 if you have questions about any library program.
TEEN BOOK CLUB “BOOK VOYAGERS” APRIL 13
The Book Voyagers, a teen book club, will be meeting on Tuesday, April 13 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room of Meriden Public Library. This month’s novel is called “Accidental Love” by Gary Soto. It is a classic story in which boy meets girl (accidental), girl falls for boy (love), but they are from two different neighborhoods and two different worlds. The odds of them making it are slim to none in this well-crafted story of young love. Pizza and soda will be provided. Copies of the book are available in the Teen Center. Sign up online at www.meridenlibrary.org or call (203) 238-2347.
THURSDAY LUNCH TIME BOOK CLUB AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library’s lunch time book club continues on Thursday, April 15 at noon in the Seminar Room. Bring your bag lunch and enjoy some great discussions. All are welcome. The book that will be discussed in April is The Sari Shop Widow by Shobhan Bantwal. Copies are available at the Meriden Library.
The schedule for the next few months will be as follows:
May 13 – The Reader by Bernard Schlink
June 10 – Lit: a memoir by Mary Karr
Contact the Community Services at (203) 630-6349 or email comsvc@hotmail.com to join the book club.
MOVIES AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Come to the free movies at Meriden Public Library’s Griffin Room on Saturday, April 17 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room to view the newly released version of the story of the Frog Prince. On Wednesday, April 21 at 6:30 pm, this movie follows the life of a football player who goes to live with a well-to-do family and help him reach his full potential. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 if you have questions about the movies.
SCRABBLE AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library will be holding Scrabble sessions on April 26 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room. Come to practice or learn the game. Everyone is invited.. If you have any questions about this or other programs at the library, contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email us at comsvc@hotmail.com or stop by at any session.
TEEN ANIME CLUB APRIL 23
The Teen Anime Club at the Meriden Public Library will meet on Friday, April 23rd at 3:00 pm. We will be watching a mecha anime filled with action, humor and signature moves. Simon, Kamina and the rest of their village are forced to live underground until an earthquake and a machine change their lives. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Snacks will be provided. Sign up through our website at www.meridenlibrary.org or at the Information Desk. If you have any questions please call Melissa at (203) 238-2346.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE APRIL 23 AND APRIL 24
The Friends of the Meriden Public Library will be holding a book sale in the Friends Room of the Meriden Public Library on Friday, April 23 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Saturday, April 24 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Come and stock up for your summer beach reading.
BOOKMOBILE AT THE DAFFODIL FESTIVAL
The Meriden Public Library Bookmobile will be at the Daffodil Festival on Saturday, April 24 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and on Sunday, April 25 from noon to 4:30 pm. Stop by to pick up the monthly calendar and sign up for our online newsletter.
SCRAPBOOKING ON A SHOESTRING APRIL 26
Have you ever wanted to scrapbook but felt you couldn’t afford it? Well, now you can! Com to Meriden Public Library’s Friends Room on Monday, April 26 from 5:15 to 8:00 pm and use our tools. This month’s demonstration will show how you can take one piece of paper and make 8 pages for your scrapbook. You will have access to a die cut machine, decorative scissors, paper cutter, corner rounder, and stencils. Bring your photos, pages, an adhesive, and pens. Free handouts will be available.
Registration is requested and free paper will be provided for those who pre-register by calling the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 or sign up online at www.meridenlibrary.org under “Adult events.”
ONCE BANNED, NOW CLASSIC BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library and the Connecticut Humanities Council’s discussion series “Once banned, now classic” with moderator Marsha Bansavage will finish on Tuesday, April 27 at 6:30 pm in the Griffin Room. The final book to be featured is “The Awakening” by Kate Chopin. Copies of “The Awakening” are available at the Library. The program is free and all are welcome. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 or email comsvc@hotmail.com to sign up for participation in the book discussion series.
WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM APRIL 28
Dr. David DeRosa, a practicing chiropractor from Wallingford, will present a program on weight loss on Wednesday, April 28 at 1:00 pm in the Griffin Room of Meriden Public Library. You will learn why diets don’t work, new solutions to accelerated weight-loss, five secrets to permanent weight loss as well as ways to increase your energy, have better health and more self esteem.
The program is free and all are welcome. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com, or visit the library’s website at www.meridenlibrary.org and click on “Adult events” to reserve a seat.
NEW DATABASES AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library is pleased to announce the availability of the following databases accessible through the library’s website:
AtoZMapsOnline.com is the world’s largest subscription-based database of proprietary, royalty-free world, continent, country, and state maps. Included in the 4,000+ maps are: political maps, physical maps, outline maps, population maps, precipitation maps, climate maps, and other thematic maps. New maps are added to the collection every month.
The Global Road Warrior Library Edition, a database covering 175 countries, is the most comprehensive business travel, telecommunications and business culture reference available in the world.
Newsbank America’s Newspapers which give you access to the complete electronic editions to search more than 1,000 full-text newspapers nationwide, including the Record-Journal and America’s GenealogyBank which gives you access to historical newspapers, books, documents and obituaries to help you trace your family history. This is a trial subscription only available to April 30. Contact the Information Desk at (203) 238-2346 if you have questions about these databases.
To read The People’s Press, Meriden and Wallingford Ct’s Newspaper in image or pdf form go to www.peoplespressnews.com . We are your NewsMagazine!
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April Vacation at the Wallingford Public Library
There are always lots of things to look forward to during April Vacation and here are a few more.
It’s Water Olympics! presented by the Kellogg Environmental Center
Wednesday, April 21, 10:00 a.m.
Community Room
The Kellogg Environmental Center will combine games, water, and kids in this special exploratory science program. Kids will learn about the different ways in which water reacts as they explore water in new ways.
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hildren ages 8 and up may sign up for this program starting Thursday, April 7.
Bob Crelin and Faces of the Moon
Wednesday, April 21, 7:00 p.m.
Community Room
Ever wonder about the night sky and why the moon changes the way it does? Come find out at a special program featuring author Bob Crelin. Bob will discuss his new book, Faces of the Moon, and tell us lots more about the night sky. Weather permitting we may even have a chance to see some stars through his telescope. Bob will have copies of his book for sale and autograph them following the program for those interested.
This program is free and open to all grades K and up.
Let’s Get Cookin’ with Kashia Cave
Friday, April 23, 10:00 a.m.
Community Room
Yum! Join us as we welcome Kashia Cave, of My City Kitchen in Meriden, who will do a cooking demo on healthy eating for children ages 6-12. Come and see what tasty, healthy treats are being dished up at the Wallingford Public Library. Wallingford students may register for this program starting April 7.
A Special Celebration
El día de los niños/El día de los libros
Friday, April 30, 7:00 p.m.
Community Room
Come celebrate El dia de los ninos/El dia de los libros with Maria Ruiz and special guests during this celebration that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
There will be lots of activities and a special appearance by Skippyjon Jones!
This program is free and open to all.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT WALLINGORD PUBLIC LIBRARY: All of our programs are free, all of the time!
Saturday Mornings with Poetry (regular meeting)
Saturday, April 24
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Board Room
All are welcome to read original poems and share their writing experiences with fellow poets. Teen and adult poets and poetry lovers are invited.
National Poem in Your Pocket Day
Thursday, April 29
Take a day for poetry this April and join the Academy of American Poets in celebrating the third national Poem in Your Pocket Day during National Poetry Month. The idea is simple: select a poem, pocket it, carry it, and share it with family, friends, and coworkers throughout the day. Look for our poetry display opposite the Information Desk.
The Theater of the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s
Wednesday, April 14
7: 00 p.m. Community Room
The Thirties through the Fifties represent a great period of American theatrical history. Dramatist Eugene O’Neill won both the Pulitzer and Nobel Prizes during a career that spanned from the teens of the 1900s to the 1940s. The influence of, and reaction to, the Great Depression is evident in the work of William Saroyan. The Forties saw the emergence of two great playwrights who would next dominate the American theater: Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller. The 1950s saw many of these plays, including Mary Chase’s Harvey featuring James Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd, brought to the screen and enjoy a wider American audience. Treat yourself to an evening of theater with actor Stephen Collins as he performs a variety of monologues from some of America’s best loved plays.
Thursday Night Book Club: Devil in the White City by Erik Larson
Thursday, April 29
7:00 p.m. Collins Room
This popular nonfiction of “murder, magic, and madness at the fair that changed America,” recounts Chicago as it readies for the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893. Larson tells the story of two men: the brilliant architect behind the fair and the cunning serial killer who used the fair to lure his victims to their death. Combining meticulous research with nail-biting storytelling, the author gives readers a wonderful sense of history with the thrills of fiction. Please join us for an informal discussion. All are welcome for conversation, refreshment, and reader fellowship! A limited number of copies of the book are available from the Information Desk and from our library catalog.
The Play’s the Thing: A Discussion Series
A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams
Thursday, April 29
3:30 p.m. Collins Room
Here are some of the most memorable characters in American literature! Blanche DuBois is a troubled southern beauty who is drowning in her problems and loses her last chance at happiness. Stanley Kowalski, her crude and often cruel brother-in-law, precipitates her final tragedy. This discussion of Tennessee Willa’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play is part of a 3-part discussion of plays co-sponsored by the Connecticut Humanities Council. Copies of the plays are available in limited quantities from the Information Desk. Series continues as follows: May 27: Love Letters by A. R. Gurney; June 24: Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward.
ASPIRING NOVELISTS: SAVE THE DATE!
Creative Writing Workshop: Taking the Labor Out of Writing a Novel
Saturday, May 1
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Collins Room
Eileen Albrizio returns to the library to host a writing workshop for aspiring novelists. Beginning with the inception of your idea and moving on to drafting a plot sentence, developing an intimate relationship with your main characters, drafting an ending to your story, blocking out your chapters and finally, writing that all important first line of the first chapter of your novel; this is truly a hands-on workshop. All are welcome however seating is limited!
COMPUTER CLASSES
Introduction to PowerPoint 2007
Wednesday, April 28
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Board Room
Introduction to Word 2007
Thursday, April 29
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Board Room
Each class is limited to 6 students. Please sign up early by contacting the library.
Computer Tutoring Sessions
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons: 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Thursday evenings: 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Computer novices are encouraged to sign up to learn keyboard or mouse skills, word processing, Internet searching, online job applications, or e-mail. Schedule a session in advance by calling the library.
FREE MOVIE SCREENINGS AT THE WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
All movies screened in Community Room
Friday April 16th at 6:30 p.m.
Friday Night Flicks presents Fantastic Mr. Fox
The visually ravishing animated movie The Fantastic Mr. Fox follows a fox, voiced by George Clooney and dressed in a natty brown corduroy suit, as he cheerfully and recklessly takes his thieving ways a little too far and brings down the wrath of some sour-faced poultry farmers on his family and friends. Based on the fabulous book by children's author Roald Dahl (who wrote Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and James and the Giant Peach), every corner of the screen crackles with visual invention and whimsical humor. The top-notch vocal cast create vivid personalities that perfectly mesh with the movie's lush colors and luscious textures. Fantastic Mr. Fox is an off-beat gem, a giddy mix of adult emotional issues, wild animal behavior, and childlike delight. Rated: PG
Friday April 23rd at 6:30 p.m.
Friday Night Flicks presents Sherlock Holmes
A brawny, visually arresting period adventure. Robert Downey Jr. is an intriguing choice for the Great Detective, and his trademark bristling energy and off-kilter humor do much to sell this reinvented notion of Holmes. Jude Law is equally well-equipped as a more active Dr. Watson, and together, they make for an engaging team. Downey and Law's amped-up Holmes and Watson are built for the challenge of riding this roller coaster with the audience. Rated: PG-13
Friday April 30th at 6:30 p.m.
Friday Night Flicks presents It’s Complicated
Jane (Meryl Streep) is the mother of three grown kids, owns a thriving Santa Barbara bakery/restaurant and has—after a decade of divorce—an amicable relationship with her ex-husband, attorney Jake (Alec Baldwin.) But when Jane and Jake find themselves out of town for their son’s college graduation, things start to get complicated. An innocent meal together turns into the unimaginable—an affair. With Jake remarried to the much younger Agnes, Jane is now, of all things, the other woman. Caught in the middle of their renewed romance is Adam, an architect hired to remodel Jane's kitchen. Healing from a divorce of his own, Adam starts to fall for Jane, but soon realizes he's become part of a love triangle. Should Jane and Jake move on with their lives, or is love truly lovelier the second time around? It's... complicated. Rated: R
WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY TEEN ZONE
Live Turtle Show (school vacation program)
Thursday, April 22nd
11:00-12:00
Community Room
Come and celebrate Earth day with nature at the library! Wallingford proudly welcomes a multi-media live animal show which will explore several different types of turtles from around the world. Participants will have up close meetings with these fascinating creatures. This program was made possible by Wallingford Youth and Social Services and the E.C Stevens Elementary School PTO. Open to all ages.
Wii Pizza Party (school vacation program)
Monday, April 19th
1:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Community Room
We had so much fun over February vacation, we are doing it again! Come and play Wii games, chow on some pizza, and meet new friends! We will play a variety of games chosen by you.
Photo Tweaking Contest
There is still time to enter the photo tweaking contest for your shot at winning a new Kodak digital camera. Select one photo of your choice and alter it as you wish using the free online software picnic (www.picnik.com). E-mail the original as well as the altered photo to Teen Librarian Jennifer Nash at jnash@lioninc.org by 5pm on Friday, April 9th. Please do not hesitate to ask the folks at the Information Desk if you need assistance.
Celebrate National Space Day at the Wallingford Public Library
Thursday, April 29th
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Community Room
Wallingford’s Annual Space Day Celebration presents “NASA Comes to Wallingford: An Out of This World Experience.” The special guest of the evening will be Kerri Cahoy, Space Scientist at the NASA Ames Research Center. Come and enjoy a fun, free, educational evening as we hear about NASA’s current and future space exploration missions. This program is sponsored by the Wallingford Public Library, Town of Wallingford Youth & Social Services Department, and the E.C. Stevens School PTO. Please contact the Library at (203)265-6754 for more information. All are welcome to attend.
To read The People’s Press, Meriden and Wallingford Ct’s Newspaper in image or pdf form go to www.peoplespressnews.com . We are your NewsMagazine!
Wallingford Public Library – Children’s Activities
Springtime Stories
Join us in a storytime soon! Wallingford Public Library Storytimes do not require any registration and are for children and adults to enjoy together. The programs are interactive, and filled with a variety of stories, songs, music, fingerplays , and movement, and each is developmentally appropriate for the ages described. Interested siblings are always welcome.
Preschool Stories
For children ages three to five
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. [no program April 20]
Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m.
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Musical Mother Goose*
For children ages one and two
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.
Community Room
*This program is limited to 60 people; Wallingford residents are given priority. Please bring proof of residency. Non-residents are most welcome to attend if there is room.
The Waddling Ones*
For children ages 12-24 months
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.
Collins Room
*This program is limited to 20 children and their caregivers; Wallingford residents and Itty Bitty graduates are given priority. Please bring proof of residency. Non-residents are most welcome to attend if there is room.
Itty Bitty Babies
For children ages 12 months and under
Thursdays, 1:30 p.m.
Children’s Program Room
Me Gustan los Libros!
Monday April 26, 6:30 p.m.
Children’s Program Room
Join Maria Ruiz for stories and more with a bilingual twist!
Stories and activities for children ages 3-8 and their caregivers, are shared in English and Spanish.
Family Game Night Unplugged
Friday, April 16, 7:00 p.m.
Children’s Library
New studies show that kids are spending too many hours per day in front of screens!
Gather your family and friends in the Children’s Library and we’ll have loads of new board games for you to enjoy together. Board games provide opportunities for kids to learn all sorts of valuable skills in a fun-filled way.
So join us for counting, reading, logic, strategy, conversation, giggles and more!
Meriden Public Library April Vacation Week Programs
MERIDEN-SPEND SOME QUALITY TIME AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DURING SPRING VACATION WEEK
In Celebration of National Library Week and Spring Vacation Week, Meriden Public Library will be presenting children's programs for all ages.
On Tuesday April 13th at 10:30 AM. Come party, dance, and sing along with "Harry Gambardella". Harry brings his own party and you will sure to have a great time!
On Wednesday April 14 at 11:00 AM. Watch in amazement, smile and laugh along with Meriden's own "Willy The Clown".
Tickets will be available on April 1st.
Stop by the Children's Library to pick up your tickets or call us for more information at(203) 630-6347.
MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY APRIL EVENTS
U.S. CENSUS AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library is an authorized census questionnaire assistance center for help with the U.S. Census forms. The Census Department will be at the library on a daily basis from Friday, March 19 to Monday, April 19 to assist people with questions about the forms, exchanging forms for the correct language, and helping people fill out the forms. The following is a schedule of times the Census Department will be in the Seminar Room of Meriden Public Library:
Monday and Wednesday – 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday – 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
FREE COMPUTER CLASSES IN APRIL
Meriden Public Library will be offering the following free computer classes on Saturdays from 9:30 to 10:15 AM in the public computer lab.
Email Class - April 24
Microsoft Word – April 17
Class size is limited. Contact the library at (203) 238-2346 or (203) 630-6349 to register for any class.
WRITERS NETWORK MEETS APRIL 28
The Writers Network will meet at Meriden Public Library on Tuesday, April 8 and on Wednesday, April 28 at 7:00 pm in the Friends Room. Anyone who is serious about writing fiction or nonfiction, wants to learn the process of getting published, or needs support for writing a book proposal or query letter is welcome to attend. The Writers Network is for anyone who is looking for a support network to keep the motivation going, is interested in sharing their writing with others and is longing for the camaraderie of others who share a passion for writing. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 if you have questions about any library program.
TEEN BOOK CLUB “BOOK VOYAGERS” APRIL 13
The Book Voyagers, a teen book club, will be meeting on Tuesday, April 13 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room of Meriden Public Library. This month’s novel is called “Accidental Love” by Gary Soto. It is a classic story in which boy meets girl (accidental), girl falls for boy (love), but they are from two different neighborhoods and two different worlds. The odds of them making it are slim to none in this well-crafted story of young love. Pizza and soda will be provided. Copies of the book are available in the Teen Center. Sign up online at www.meridenlibrary.org or call (203) 238-2347.
THURSDAY LUNCH TIME BOOK CLUB AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library’s lunch time book club continues on Thursday, April 15 at noon in the Seminar Room. Bring your bag lunch and enjoy some great discussions. All are welcome. The book that will be discussed in April is The Sari Shop Widow by Shobhan Bantwal. Copies are available at the Meriden Library.
The schedule for the next few months will be as follows:
May 13 – The Reader by Bernard Schlink
June 10 – Lit: a memoir by Mary Karr
Contact the Community Services at (203) 630-6349 or email comsvc@hotmail.com to join the book club.
MOVIES AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Come to the free movies at Meriden Public Library’s Griffin Room on Saturday, April 17 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room to view the newly released version of the story of the Frog Prince. On Wednesday, April 21 at 6:30 pm, this movie follows the life of a football player who goes to live with a well-to-do family and help him reach his full potential. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 if you have questions about the movies.
SCRABBLE AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library will be holding Scrabble sessions on April 26 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room. Come to practice or learn the game. Everyone is invited.. If you have any questions about this or other programs at the library, contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email us at comsvc@hotmail.com or stop by at any session.
TEEN ANIME CLUB APRIL 23
The Teen Anime Club at the Meriden Public Library will meet on Friday, April 23rd at 3:00 pm. We will be watching a mecha anime filled with action, humor and signature moves. Simon, Kamina and the rest of their village are forced to live underground until an earthquake and a machine change their lives. This program is for teens ages 13-18. Snacks will be provided. Sign up through our website at www.meridenlibrary.org or at the Information Desk. If you have any questions please call Melissa at (203) 238-2346.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE APRIL 23 AND APRIL 24
The Friends of the Meriden Public Library will be holding a book sale in the Friends Room of the Meriden Public Library on Friday, April 23 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Saturday, April 24 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Come and stock up for your summer beach reading.
BOOKMOBILE AT THE DAFFODIL FESTIVAL
The Meriden Public Library Bookmobile will be at the Daffodil Festival on Saturday, April 24 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and on Sunday, April 25 from noon to 4:30 pm. Stop by to pick up the monthly calendar and sign up for our online newsletter.
SCRAPBOOKING ON A SHOESTRING APRIL 26
Have you ever wanted to scrapbook but felt you couldn’t afford it? Well, now you can! Com to Meriden Public Library’s Friends Room on Monday, April 26 from 5:15 to 8:00 pm and use our tools. This month’s demonstration will show how you can take one piece of paper and make 8 pages for your scrapbook. You will have access to a die cut machine, decorative scissors, paper cutter, corner rounder, and stencils. Bring your photos, pages, an adhesive, and pens. Free handouts will be available.
Registration is requested and free paper will be provided for those who pre-register by calling the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 or sign up online at www.meridenlibrary.org under “Adult events.”
ONCE BANNED, NOW CLASSIC BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library and the Connecticut Humanities Council’s discussion series “Once banned, now classic” with moderator Marsha Bansavage will finish on Tuesday, April 27 at 6:30 pm in the Griffin Room. The final book to be featured is “The Awakening” by Kate Chopin. Copies of “The Awakening” are available at the Library. The program is free and all are welcome. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 or email comsvc@hotmail.com to sign up for participation in the book discussion series.
WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM APRIL 28
Dr. David DeRosa, a practicing chiropractor from Wallingford, will present a program on weight loss on Wednesday, April 28 at 1:00 pm in the Griffin Room of Meriden Public Library. You will learn why diets don’t work, new solutions to accelerated weight-loss, five secrets to permanent weight loss as well as ways to increase your energy, have better health and more self esteem.
The program is free and all are welcome. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com, or visit the library’s website at www.meridenlibrary.org and click on “Adult events” to reserve a seat.
NEW DATABASES AT MERIDEN LIBRARY
The Meriden Public Library is pleased to announce the availability of the following databases accessible through the library’s website:
AtoZMapsOnline.com is the world’s largest subscription-based database of proprietary, royalty-free world, continent, country, and state maps. Included in the 4,000+ maps are: political maps, physical maps, outline maps, population maps, precipitation maps, climate maps, and other thematic maps. New maps are added to the collection every month.
The Global Road Warrior Library Edition, a database covering 175 countries, is the most comprehensive business travel, telecommunications and business culture reference available in the world.
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April Vacation at the Wallingford Public Library
There are always lots of things to look forward to during April Vacation and here are a few more.
It’s Water Olympics! presented by the Kellogg Environmental Center
Wednesday, April 21, 10:00 a.m.
Community Room
The Kellogg Environmental Center will combine games, water, and kids in this special exploratory science program. Kids will learn about the different ways in which water reacts as they explore water in new ways.
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hildren ages 8 and up may sign up for this program starting Thursday, April 7.
Bob Crelin and Faces of the Moon
Wednesday, April 21, 7:00 p.m.
Community Room
Ever wonder about the night sky and why the moon changes the way it does? Come find out at a special program featuring author Bob Crelin. Bob will discuss his new book, Faces of the Moon, and tell us lots more about the night sky. Weather permitting we may even have a chance to see some stars through his telescope. Bob will have copies of his book for sale and autograph them following the program for those interested.
This program is free and open to all grades K and up.
Let’s Get Cookin’ with Kashia Cave
Friday, April 23, 10:00 a.m.
Community Room
Yum! Join us as we welcome Kashia Cave, of My City Kitchen in Meriden, who will do a cooking demo on healthy eating for children ages 6-12. Come and see what tasty, healthy treats are being dished up at the Wallingford Public Library. Wallingford students may register for this program starting April 7.
A Special Celebration
El día de los niños/El día de los libros
Friday, April 30, 7:00 p.m.
Community Room
Come celebrate El dia de los ninos/El dia de los libros with Maria Ruiz and special guests during this celebration that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
There will be lots of activities and a special appearance by Skippyjon Jones!
This program is free and open to all.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT WALLINGORD PUBLIC LIBRARY: All of our programs are free, all of the time!
Saturday Mornings with Poetry (regular meeting)
Saturday, April 24
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Board Room
All are welcome to read original poems and share their writing experiences with fellow poets. Teen and adult poets and poetry lovers are invited.
National Poem in Your Pocket Day
Thursday, April 29
Take a day for poetry this April and join the Academy of American Poets in celebrating the third national Poem in Your Pocket Day during National Poetry Month. The idea is simple: select a poem, pocket it, carry it, and share it with family, friends, and coworkers throughout the day. Look for our poetry display opposite the Information Desk.
The Theater of the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s
Wednesday, April 14
7: 00 p.m. Community Room
The Thirties through the Fifties represent a great period of American theatrical history. Dramatist Eugene O’Neill won both the Pulitzer and Nobel Prizes during a career that spanned from the teens of the 1900s to the 1940s. The influence of, and reaction to, the Great Depression is evident in the work of William Saroyan. The Forties saw the emergence of two great playwrights who would next dominate the American theater: Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller. The 1950s saw many of these plays, including Mary Chase’s Harvey featuring James Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd, brought to the screen and enjoy a wider American audience. Treat yourself to an evening of theater with actor Stephen Collins as he performs a variety of monologues from some of America’s best loved plays.
Thursday Night Book Club: Devil in the White City by Erik Larson
Thursday, April 29
7:00 p.m. Collins Room
This popular nonfiction of “murder, magic, and madness at the fair that changed America,” recounts Chicago as it readies for the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893. Larson tells the story of two men: the brilliant architect behind the fair and the cunning serial killer who used the fair to lure his victims to their death. Combining meticulous research with nail-biting storytelling, the author gives readers a wonderful sense of history with the thrills of fiction. Please join us for an informal discussion. All are welcome for conversation, refreshment, and reader fellowship! A limited number of copies of the book are available from the Information Desk and from our library catalog.
The Play’s the Thing: A Discussion Series
A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams
Thursday, April 29
3:30 p.m. Collins Room
Here are some of the most memorable characters in American literature! Blanche DuBois is a troubled southern beauty who is drowning in her problems and loses her last chance at happiness. Stanley Kowalski, her crude and often cruel brother-in-law, precipitates her final tragedy. This discussion of Tennessee Willa’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play is part of a 3-part discussion of plays co-sponsored by the Connecticut Humanities Council. Copies of the plays are available in limited quantities from the Information Desk. Series continues as follows: May 27: Love Letters by A. R. Gurney; June 24: Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward.
ASPIRING NOVELISTS: SAVE THE DATE!
Creative Writing Workshop: Taking the Labor Out of Writing a Novel
Saturday, May 1
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Collins Room
Eileen Albrizio returns to the library to host a writing workshop for aspiring novelists. Beginning with the inception of your idea and moving on to drafting a plot sentence, developing an intimate relationship with your main characters, drafting an ending to your story, blocking out your chapters and finally, writing that all important first line of the first chapter of your novel; this is truly a hands-on workshop. All are welcome however seating is limited!
COMPUTER CLASSES
Introduction to PowerPoint 2007
Wednesday, April 28
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Board Room
Introduction to Word 2007
Thursday, April 29
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Board Room
Each class is limited to 6 students. Please sign up early by contacting the library.
Computer Tutoring Sessions
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons: 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Thursday evenings: 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Computer novices are encouraged to sign up to learn keyboard or mouse skills, word processing, Internet searching, online job applications, or e-mail. Schedule a session in advance by calling the library.
FREE MOVIE SCREENINGS AT THE WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
All movies screened in Community Room
Friday April 16th at 6:30 p.m.
Friday Night Flicks presents Fantastic Mr. Fox
The visually ravishing animated movie The Fantastic Mr. Fox follows a fox, voiced by George Clooney and dressed in a natty brown corduroy suit, as he cheerfully and recklessly takes his thieving ways a little too far and brings down the wrath of some sour-faced poultry farmers on his family and friends. Based on the fabulous book by children's author Roald Dahl (who wrote Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and James and the Giant Peach), every corner of the screen crackles with visual invention and whimsical humor. The top-notch vocal cast create vivid personalities that perfectly mesh with the movie's lush colors and luscious textures. Fantastic Mr. Fox is an off-beat gem, a giddy mix of adult emotional issues, wild animal behavior, and childlike delight. Rated: PG
Friday April 23rd at 6:30 p.m.
Friday Night Flicks presents Sherlock Holmes
A brawny, visually arresting period adventure. Robert Downey Jr. is an intriguing choice for the Great Detective, and his trademark bristling energy and off-kilter humor do much to sell this reinvented notion of Holmes. Jude Law is equally well-equipped as a more active Dr. Watson, and together, they make for an engaging team. Downey and Law's amped-up Holmes and Watson are built for the challenge of riding this roller coaster with the audience. Rated: PG-13
Friday April 30th at 6:30 p.m.
Friday Night Flicks presents It’s Complicated
Jane (Meryl Streep) is the mother of three grown kids, owns a thriving Santa Barbara bakery/restaurant and has—after a decade of divorce—an amicable relationship with her ex-husband, attorney Jake (Alec Baldwin.) But when Jane and Jake find themselves out of town for their son’s college graduation, things start to get complicated. An innocent meal together turns into the unimaginable—an affair. With Jake remarried to the much younger Agnes, Jane is now, of all things, the other woman. Caught in the middle of their renewed romance is Adam, an architect hired to remodel Jane's kitchen. Healing from a divorce of his own, Adam starts to fall for Jane, but soon realizes he's become part of a love triangle. Should Jane and Jake move on with their lives, or is love truly lovelier the second time around? It's... complicated. Rated: R
WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY TEEN ZONE
Live Turtle Show (school vacation program)
Thursday, April 22nd
11:00-12:00
Community Room
Come and celebrate Earth day with nature at the library! Wallingford proudly welcomes a multi-media live animal show which will explore several different types of turtles from around the world. Participants will have up close meetings with these fascinating creatures. This program was made possible by Wallingford Youth and Social Services and the E.C Stevens Elementary School PTO. Open to all ages.
Wii Pizza Party (school vacation program)
Monday, April 19th
1:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Community Room
We had so much fun over February vacation, we are doing it again! Come and play Wii games, chow on some pizza, and meet new friends! We will play a variety of games chosen by you.
Photo Tweaking Contest
There is still time to enter the photo tweaking contest for your shot at winning a new Kodak digital camera. Select one photo of your choice and alter it as you wish using the free online software picnic (www.picnik.com). E-mail the original as well as the altered photo to Teen Librarian Jennifer Nash at jnash@lioninc.org by 5pm on Friday, April 9th. Please do not hesitate to ask the folks at the Information Desk if you need assistance.
Celebrate National Space Day at the Wallingford Public Library
Thursday, April 29th
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Community Room
Wallingford’s Annual Space Day Celebration presents “NASA Comes to Wallingford: An Out of This World Experience.” The special guest of the evening will be Kerri Cahoy, Space Scientist at the NASA Ames Research Center. Come and enjoy a fun, free, educational evening as we hear about NASA’s current and future space exploration missions. This program is sponsored by the Wallingford Public Library, Town of Wallingford Youth & Social Services Department, and the E.C. Stevens School PTO. Please contact the Library at (203)265-6754 for more information. All are welcome to attend.
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