Meriden and Wallingford CT Public Library News & Events Early June 2011

Library News and Events Early June 2011



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The deadline for our Mid-June 2011 issue of The People’s Press is June 15th. Email your stories, photos, news and events to andy@peoplespressnews.com .


Don’t forget Father’s Day Photo Wishes & Stories!


Wallingford Public Children's Library Summer Fun


Dig Deep Into the Wonders of Ancient Egypt This Summer


Registration begins June 1. You can log on starting June 24.


Read to Your Mummy is the Summer Family Read Together Program for families with children who have not started school


Families register online at home or at the Library


List the books you read online or at the Library


For every 6 books your child can pick up an Ancient Egypt sticker and sign a “building block” to add to the Pyramid in the Children’s Room.


When you reach 30 books you will also be placed in the raffle for the Family Fun Basket and your child will get an Egyptian Headband to color and wear.


The Peer-Amid Reading Program is offered to kids who have finished grades K-5


Keep in mind that studies show the number of books a student reads during the summer is Important.


Reading 4-6 books over the summer helps readers keep the skills they learned during the school year.


Reading 10 – 20 books over the summer helps readers IMPROVE their skills!


We do ask that kids read books that are appropriate to their reading level and we are always here to help kids find their perfect book.


This year students can register online for summer reading at home or at the Library beginning June 1st. Books read will be logged online and students will win prizes and be asked to stop by to pick up raffle tickets as they read. All raffle prizes are on display in the Children’s Library.


As part of this program, there is an optional giant game at the Library where kids can explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt each Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., from June 27 – August 5. Kids can begin to play the game after they have completed one book.


Although the Game will end on August 5th kids can continue to read and log their books online until August 19th.


REMEMBER TO PRINT OUT YOUR LIST OF BOOKS WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED AND


BRING IT TO SCHOOL FOR THE GOVERNOR’S READING CHALLENGE!


Sign up is easy.


Your USERNAME is your Library Card Number.


Your PASSWORD is the last 4 digits of your phone number.


Ready? Sign up Now at www.wallingford.lioninc.org


Beginning June 24th, you can update your online reading log on our summer reading site










Blast Off with the Meriden Public Library staff this summer.


Meriden Public Library will be featuring a special program for children going into Grade 4 & up. Come to this FREE program & built a rocket & watch it blast off.


This program will be held July 25th-29th at 12:00 pm. at the library. Bring your parents to sign you up on July 1st. For more information call us at (203) 630-6347.


B-L-A-S-T O-F-F AT THE LIBRARY!






HAVE A ROARING TIME AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY


JUNE 27 DRAGON DREAMS AND MAGIC 6:30 PM


Puppet show


JUNE 30 TAKE TWO PERFORMANCE STORY TELLING 10:30 AM


JULY 7 WORM PROGRAM 10:30 AM


Learn about the world of worms.


JULY 11 MR. GYM ROCKS 6:30 PM


Sing and dance with Mr. Gym


JULY 14 NEWBERRY FARMS ANIMAL PROGRAM 10:30 AM


Live Animals program.


JULY 18 MAGIC WITH CHRISTINA 6:30 PM


Magic show for all ages.


JULY 21 BIRDS ON THE RUN 10:30 AM


Live bird show.


JULY 25 WOODLAND CINDERELLA PUPPET SHOW 6:30 PM


JULY 28 GEEPERS CREEPERS 10:30 AM


Crazy about bugs! Live insect demonstration.


AUGUST 1 JUGGLING WORKSHOP 6:30 PM


Learn how to juggle- child must be accompanied by an adult.


There is Limited seating – call today to save your spot.


AUGUST 4 SHARON FAMILY TRAVELING PETTING FARM 10:30 AM


Sign up for a time slot to see and pet the farm animals,


AUGUST 8 NAPPY PUPPETS 6:30 PM


AUGUST 11 PAPILLION PIRATE SHOW 10:30 AM


Have a rollicking pirate time!


Programs may be subject to change. Free tickets for the first week of programs will be available beginning June 13. Subsequently, tickets will be available the week before each performance.


Meriden Public Library Children’s Library located at 105 Miller Street in Meriden. Call 203 630-6347 for more information.






MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY JUNE PROGRAMS


FATHER’S DAY COOKING PROGRAM JUNE 11 - Join Chef Kashia Cave in the Meriden Public Library Griffin Room on Saturday, June 11 at 2:30 pm for some great cooking ideas for Dad on Father’s Day. Chef Cave will be preparing pan seared chicken with mango kiwi salsa, Calypso rice with organic salad and for dessert: red velvet cupcakes just for dad.


This program is free and all are welcome. Seating is limited. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com, or sign up on the adult calendar at www.meridenlibrary.org to reserve a seat.


LOCAL AUTHOR JAMES SMITH TO DISCUSS LATEST BOOK JUNE 14 - Former Record-Journal executive editor James H. Smith will speak about his historical novel, “Wah-say-lan, A Tale of the Iroquois in the American Revolution,” at the Meriden Public Library Tuesday evening June 14 at 7 p.m. in the Griffin Room. Smith wrote most of the book in Meriden. He was at the Record-Journal from 1992 to 2005.


One of the two main characters is based on Chatham Freeman, a slave living on Yale Avenue who joined the Continental Army to gain his freedom. Smith places him in the army George Washington sent against the Iroquois Confederacy of Six Nations, most of them allies of the British. The other main character is Wah-say-lan, a young Seneca Indian woman. The two enemies meet and fall in love. “Smith skillfully weaves ... a panoramic tale,” said the Manchester Journal-Inquirer, “Though love is a key element in this tale, it is not a love story. It’s much more complicated than that.”


The Waterbury Republican called it “A richly detailed novel,” and the Erie (Pa) Times-News said “Wah-say-lan” is “an adventurous story, yet an insightful critique.”


Smith tells the story from the Native American point of view. The book was published by Plaidswede Publishing of Concord, NH in 2009. Copies will be available for sale and signed by the author. This 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 if you would like to reserve a seat.


2012 – END TIMES OR JUST ANOTHER CHALLENGE? JUNE 18 - Meriden Public Library will host the program “2012 – End Times or Just Another Challenge” on Saturday, June 18 at 2:30 pm in the Griffin Room. Are humans the new dinosaurs? Will life continue as we know it in 2013, or do the 2012 stars predict a cataclysm?


Dian Bustillo, an astrologer and extremely optimistic pessimist presents Uranus, Neptune and Pluto in all their gory glory. Yes, regretfully, Pluto is still a planet. This 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 if you would like to reserve a seat.


COMPUTER CLASSES AT MERIDEN LIBRARY - Sign up for one of the free computer classes at Meriden Public Library and learn how to use a computer, Word, email, and search the internet. The class schedule is as follows:


Introduction to Word – Saturday, June 11 at 9:30 am; Monday, June 27 at 6:30 pm;


Email – Monday, June 13 at 6:30 pm; Saturday, June 25 at 9:30 am;


Computer classes in Spanish on Tuesday, June 14 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm and 6:30 to 7:30 pm and on Saturday, June 11, and June 18 at 10:00 to 11:00 am and 11:00 am to 12:00 noon.


Class size is limited. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 or the Information Desk at (203) 238-2346 to reserve a seat.


SCRABBLE SESSIONS JUNE 13 - Meriden Public Library hosts sessions for people who enjoy playing Scrabble. The sessions will be on Monday, June 13 at 2:00 p.m. in the Griffin Room. All skill levels are welcome. Scrabble boards will be provided, but people are welcome to bring their own boards. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 if you have any questions about the library programs


SCRAPBOOKING ON A SHOESTRING JUNE 13 - Want to scrapbook but think you can’t afford to? Come to our scrapbooking session on Monday, June 13 at 5:00 p.m. in the Griffin Room of Meriden Public Library. Bring your pictures, pages, and adhesive and join Kitt Dunk to learn how to shape up your scrapbook using our decorative scissors, stencils, punches, and sticker maker machine.


There will be free handouts and free demonstrations along with hands-on one-to-one help. Come join us at this monthly program where you can learn how to quickly and easily turn boxes of photos and your memories into a keepsake photo album. Please contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com or log onto the library’s website at www.meridenlibrary.org to view the adult events calendar to reserve a table.


LUNCHTIME BOOK CLUB JUNE 16 - The Meriden Public Library’s lunchtime book club will meet on Thursday, June 16 at noon in the Seminar Room. Bring your lunch and enjoy the discussion. This month’s selection is Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro.


All are welcome. The books are available in a display across from the Information Desk. Contact Laura at (203) 238-2346 to sign up.


SUMMER HOURS AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY - The Meriden Public Library will begin their new summer hours after July 4th. This summer, the library will be open late on Thursday evenings and will be closed on Saturdays in July and August.


The summer schedule will be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:30 am to 8:30 pm; Friday, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm; closed Saturday and Sunday. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 for more information.


WRITER’S NETWORK JUNE 22 - The Writer’s Network will meet on Wednesday, June 22 at 7:00 pm in Griffin Room A. 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. If you are interested in joining the Writer’s Network, contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 or email us comsvc@hotmail.com.


SCRABBLE SESSIONS - JUNE 27 Meriden Public Library hosts sessions for people who enjoy playing Scrabble. The sessions will be on Monday, June 27 at 2:00 p.m. in the Griffin Room. All skill levels are welcome. Scrabble boards will be provided, but people are welcome to bring their own boards. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 if you have any questions about the library programs


HOME CONSERVATION PROGRAM JUNE 21 - New England Conservation Services will be presenting a program on home conservation at the Meriden Public Library on Tuesday, June 21 at 7:00 pm in the Griffin Room. New England Conservation Services is a company located in Woodbridge, C T with the goal of informing the residents of Connecticut on how to save money and energy in their homes and businesses. They are partnered with the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund and can speak about all their programs, rebates, and incentives that are available. You can visit their website at http://neconserves.com. This program is free and all are welcome.


LEGO CLUB JUNE 23 - Meriden Public Library will have its next Lego Club event on Thursday, June 23rd from 3:00 to 4:30 in the Griffin Room. Children ages 6 through 12 are invited to bring their imagination and build on this month’s theme – “Underwater Life”. Completed projects will be put on display in the library. The library will provide Legos for all children who attend. Sign up is not required for this program and late arrivals are always welcome. If you have any questions or would like to be put on the Lego Club mailing list please contact Melissa at (203) 630-6347 or mmurphy@ci.meriden.ct.us.


MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE


The Meriden Public Library bookmobile will be visiting the following facilities in June:


Friday, June 10 – Meriden Center 10:00 – 11:00 am;


Tuesday, June 14 – Lil Rascals 9:30 -10:15 am; Sunshine Day Care 10:30 – 11:00 am;


Tuesday, June 21 – Catholic Charities 9:00 – 10:00 am; Kinder Garden Learning Center 10:30 – 11:30 am;


Wednesday, June 22 - Easter Seals 9:00 – 10:00 am; Bradley Home 10:30 – 11:15 am;


Thursday, June 23 – Kindercare 9:30 – 10:30 am; The Right Place 10:45 – 11:15 am;


Friday, June 24 – Stork Club 9:30 – 10:30 am; Miller Memorial 10:45 – 11:45 am;


Monday, June 27 – Center Congregational Nursery School 9:30 – 10:00 am; Women & Families Center 10:15 – 11:30 am; Village at Kensington Place 1:30 – 2:15 pm;


Tuesday, June 28 – Stork Club 10:00 – 11:00 am; Valentin Karate 11:15 am – 12:15 pm.


Watch for the Bookmobile in the parks this summer. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 for more information about the bookmobile.










Have a Roaring Time at the Meriden Public Children’s Library!


Wonderful Summer Programs


Reading programs start July 11th. Registration begins on June 13. Children must be of age by January 1.


Tuesday


10:15 a.m. 2 year olds (independent)


11:15 a.m. 3 – 4 year olds


2:00 p.m. Kindergarten – grade 2: Weekly crafts to make and take home.


6:30 p.m. 3 – 4 year olds


Wednesday


10:30 a.m. 2 – 3 year olds with parent/guardians


11:15 a.m. 3 – 4 year olds with parents


2:00 p.m. 3 – 4th grades: Learn to cook easy recipes for the whole family.


6:30 p.m. 2 year olds with parents/guardians.


SUMMER PROGRAMS


June 27 – 6:30 pm Dragon Dreams and Magic puppet show


June 30 – 10:30 am Take Two Performance Storytelling


July 7 – 6:30 pm Worm Program – Learn about the world of worms


July 11 – 10:30 am Mr. Gym Rocks – Sing & dance with Mr. Gym


July 14 – 6:30 pm Newberry Farms Animal Program


July 18 – 10:30 am Magic with Christina – for all ages


July 21 – 6:30 pm Birds on the Run – live bird show


July 25 – 10:30 am Woodland Cinderella Puppet Show


August 1 – 6:30 pm Juggling Workshop-learn how to juggle. Child MUST be accompanied by an adult. Limited seating available so please reserve your space as soon as possible.


August 4 – 10:30 am Sharon Family Traveling Petting Farm. Sign up for a time slot to see and pet the farm animals.


August 8 – 6:30 pm Nappy Puppets


August 11 – 10:30 am Papillion Pirate Show – Have a rollicking pirate time!


Programs may be subject to change. FREE tickets for the first week of programs will be available beginning June 13. Subsequently, tickets will be available the week before each performance. FREE tickets are available in the Children’s Library. If you have any questions please contact the Children’s Library at (203) 630-6347






NEWS AND EVENTS FROM WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY


All Programs, Movies, and Events at the Wallingford Public Library are free and open to the public! The Library is located at 200 N. Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492


The Book Seller Rummage Sale!


Saturday, June 11th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Community Room


Great Bargains, lost treasures! No early birds please!


Come ready to sort through the boxes! A variety of books: fiction and nonfiction for adults, including some text books, will be sold for 25¢ each. A limited number of children’s books and videos will be sold 2 for 25¢. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Library Development Fund.


Saturday Mornings with Poetry


June 11th from 10:00 a.m. – 12: 00 p.m. in the Board Room


For our last meeting at the Library before our summer hiatus, please share a poem you have read since the May 28th meeting. Attendees may also read their own poems, and receive comments and suggestions for further development toward “best effort” and inclusion in the spring issue of Perennial Awakenings.


SMWP will resume its regular schedule in September. Meetings are moderated by Al Mueller.


Healthy: A Holistic Approach to Living Long and Living Well


Monday, June 13th from 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room


Embark on a journey that focuses the mind, body and soul, with an emphasis on brain fitness, healthy aging and personal growth. This thought-provoking presentation will help you make small but effective changes in your life to live longer, stay healthier and prevent age-related illness. This lecture is cosponsored by the Whitney Center and is part of their Healthy, Wealthy & Wise lecture series. Advance registration is encouraged.


Thursday Night Book Club


Half Broke Horses by Jeannette Walls


On Thursday, June 16th at 7:00 p.m. in the Collins Room


This book is Laura Ingalls Wilder for adults, as riveting and dramatic as Isak Dinesen’s Out of Africa or Beryl Markham’s West with the Night. (From the publisher.) Please join us for conversation and reader fellowship. All are welcome.


Dessert with a Doc: Reading Food Labels


On Tuesday, June 21st at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room


Join Lisa Pranger, Registered Dietician and Certified Diabetes Educator, to learn the basics of reading food labels and be aware of what you are eating and how much you are consuming. Refreshments will be served; please register in advance.


Connecticut Money School Series


“Family Love Letter” will be featured on Thursday, June 23rd at 6:00 p.m. in the Collins Room


The Family Love Letter should be used to help provide “information in a time of confusion,” and to help minimize the types of inadvertent mistakes that often occur in times of turmoil. It is one part of estate planning that should not be overlooked! Please register in advance.


Understanding a Reverse Mortgage


On Thursday, June 30th at 6:00 p.m. in the Collins Room


Your home is usually your largest single investment. This lecture covers the basics, important terminology, and the advantages and disadvantages of the reverse mortgage, so you can decide if one is right for you. Please register in advance.


Adult Summer Reading Program: Read ‘em & Eat!


Friday Night Flicks: All films are shown in the Library’s Community Room


Another Year - Rated PG 13 June 17 6:30 p.m. Run time 129 minutes


The Adjustment- Rated PG 13 June 24 6:30 p.m. Run time 99 minutes


Cinema Club


Blue Valentine Rated R Monday, June 20 6:30 p.m. Run time 112 minutes


A Discussion will follow the movie.


Wii DJ Hero


Wednesday, June 29 3:00 p.m. Collins Room


Let your inner DJ out! Sign up in advance and join the fun when we pull out our @ii and play DJ Hero. All teens in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to play. Prizes will be awarded. Good luck and have fun!


Summer Reading: June 27 through August 26


Use the library and be green this summer! Check out some great books from the library, bring them home and read them, then return them and do it again! Each book you read gives you the chance to win a prize of your choice. Entry forms will be available beginning Monday, June 27.






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