Artist Leslie Giuliani's Demo and Workshop

Artist Leslie Giuliani, whose work in on exhibit at the New Canaan Library through June 25, will give a demonstration of the encaustic technique of painting and collage in the gallery on Friday, June 1 at 11 a.m. This traditional method of painting, carving and incising hot, pigmented wax lends itself to her colorful, sculptural pieces that have their roots in folk art. Everyone is welcome; refreshments will be served.

On Sunday, June 10 from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Leslie will lead an art workshop for children in grades 1 – 4 in the Children’s Program Room. Children will participate in a variety of activities that include illustrating books, creating colorful animals from basic paper shapes, and then placing these animals in settings the children embellish with drawings and designs. Class size is limited to 20 participants. Call 594-5002 to register your child. Both the demonstration and workshop are sponsored by the Friends of New Canaan Library. For more information about the Friends, visit the Library’s website at newcanaanlibrary.org.

Teddy Bear Picnic

Monday, June 4: Rain or shine: Teddy Bear Picnic on the Library’s front lawn at noon; in the Lamb Room in the event of rain. Bring your favorite bear or other stuffed animal to enjoy the fun. The movie, “Corduroy” will be shown in the Lamb Room following the picnic.

William and Sue Wills perform as James and Dolley Madison

Wednesday, May 30: William and Sue Wills perform as James and Dolley Madison in “Presidents and Their First Ladies” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Tom Oliphant Delivers the 2007 Attwood Lecture

Sunday, May 20: Tom Oliphant, NewsHour political analyst and award-winning journalist, delivers the Attwood Lecture at 5 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Now What? A Peek at Post-Bush America will be both enlightening and entertaining. Call 594-5003 to register.

Mid-May Programs

Saturday, May 19: Drop-in Storytime for children ages 3 to 8 & their parents, 1:30-2:15 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Stories, songs, a film & lots of fun! No registration necessary.

Thursday, May 17: The Art of the Personal Essay writing workshop. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with lunch. Call 594-5003 to register.

Tuesday, May 15: Blogs computer class, 9:30 – 11 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.

Friday, May 11: Volunteer orientation session. Everyone welcome. Meet at the Information Desk at 10 a.m.

Thursday, May 10: Author Nancy Goldstones discusses her new book, “Four Queens: The Provençal Sisters Who Ruled Europe,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Tuesday, May 8: Librarian Cynde Lahey leads a discussion of “Burning Bright” by Tracy Chevalier at 2 p.m. at the Lapham Center. Call 594-3620 to register.

Monday, May 7: “1, 2, Buckle My Shoe” for babies and toddlers up to age 2 and their moms at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Authors Diana and Michael Preston discuss their new historical work, “Taj Mahal: A Love Affair at the Heart of the Moghul Empire” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Saturday, May 5: Congressman Chris Shays will hold a Community Meeting in the Lamb Room at 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, May 3: Author Dani Shapiro discusses her new book, “Black & White,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.