Great Decisions Program

Monday, October 27: Robert H. Patton leads a “Great Decisions” discussion on U.S. Defense and Security at 7 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Click here or call 594-5003 to register.

Westport Writers' Workshop

Wednesday, October 29: The Westport Writer's Workshop Presents a panel discussion ...”Breaking In: How to Get an Agent and a Publisher in the 21st Century” in the Lamb Room from 10 – noon, followed by lunch. Registration required. Click here or call 594-5003 to register.

Friends' Film Discussion

Thursday, October 30: The Friends’ Film Discussion Group talks about two Paul Newman films: “Hud” and “The Verdict” at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room. Refreshments served. Click here or call 594-5003 to register.

Breast Cancer Awareness Program

Thursday, October 30: Dr. Carolyn Runowicz, Director of the Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Connecticut Health Center, presents "From Probing Fingers to Probing Genes" at 7:00 p.m. in the Lamb Room. A Breast Cancer Awareness Month program. Click here or call 594-5003 to register.

UN Day Committee Anita Houston Lecture

Sunday, November 2: UN Day Committee Anita Houston Lecture with speaker Rory Stewart addressing Afghanistan: Reality and Rhetoric at 4:30 p.m. at the New Canaan High School. Co-sponsored by the UN Day Committee and the New Canaan Library.

Friends' Lunch Bunch Book Talk

Wednesday, November 5: Friends’ Lunch Bunch Book Talk at 12 noon in the Lamb Room. Librarian Phebe Kirkham leads a discussion of, “The Uncommon Reader” by Alan Bennett. Lunch provided by the Friends of the Library. Reservations required. Click here or call 594-5003 to register.

The 2008 Richard Salant Lecture

Saturday, November 8: Sean McManus, President of CBS News & CBS Sports, delives the annual Salant Lecture at 5 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Seating is limited. Click here or call 594-5003 to register.

For Kids

Saturday, October 25: “Get Out the Vote” coloring contest reception from 3 – 4:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room.

Monday, October 27: Preschool Halloween Craft Programs conducted by the Young Women’s League of New Canaan from 9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:45-11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Thursday, November 6: Bridgeport Sound Tigers Program. Visit with players from Bridgeport’s hockey team from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. For children ages 6 – 13 and their parents. Call 594-5002 to register.

Author Programs

Sunday, October 26: Authors, Elissa Cullman and Tracey Pruzan, conduct a “Decorating Master Class” at 4:00 pm in the Lamb Room.
Tuesday, October 28: Author Noah Andre Trudeau discusses his book, “Southern Strom: Sherman’s March to the Sea” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Wednesday, November 5: Author M. J. Rose discusses her new book, “The Memorist” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Monday, November 10: Author Vivian Swift discusses her new book, “When Wanderers Cease to Roam: A Traveler’s Journal of Staying Put,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. All programs co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Register online or call 594-5003 to register.

Nonprofit Resource Center at the Library

Tuesday, October 14: Nonprofit Resource Center at the Library opening reception and breakfast at 8:30 a.m. in the Tech Center. The Nonprofit Resource Center has books and online resources to help local nonprofit organizations plan and manage their activities, build effective boards, and fundraise. Join us at the opening to celebrate this gift to the community from the Volunteer Center through a grant from the New Canaan Community Foundation. Call 594-5003 to register, or for more information.

Computer Classes at the Library

Take a computer class this month. We offer classes on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet search engines, e-mail, blogs, and more. You can even arrange a private tutorial by calling the reference staff at 594-5003. Click here for more information and a complete list of classes.

Evening Author Programs

Thursday, October 2: Author Kathleen Kent discusses her new novel, “The Heretic’s Daughter,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Cosponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Friday, October 10: “Italian Night” with authors Sergio Esposito, Louise Fill, and Laura Schenone, at 7 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Refreshments will be served. Cosponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Wednesday, October 22: Author Dr. Jan Yager discusses her new book, “Work Less, Do More,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Cosponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Thursday, October 23: Author Adam Shepard discusses his book, “Scratch Beginnings,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Cosponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Complete Authors on Stage schedule is here. >>

October Programs for Children

Saturday, September 27: Book Voyagers Book Club for children in grades 5 -7 will discuss “The Lightning Thief” by Rick Riordan from 1 – 2 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Call 594-5002 to register.

Saturday, October 4: “Not Just for Kids.” Members of the Norwalk Symphony present a musical program for children and adults from 4 – 5 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Saturday, October 11: Drop-in Storytime for ages 3 to 6 & parents, 1:30-2:15 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Wednesday, October 22: Young Critics Book Discussion of “Running Out Of Time” by Margaret Peterson Haddix from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.in the Children’s Program Room. For grades 5 to 7. Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register.

Monday, October 27: Preschool Halloween Craft Programs conducted by the Young Women’s League of New Canaan from 9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:45-11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

2008 William Attwood Lecture

Thursday, May 1: Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Russell Baker, delivers the annual Attwood Lecture at 7 p.m. in the Lamb Room. He will present the Confessions of a Media Liberal.

“(Not) Just for Kids”

Saturday, April 26: “(Not) Just for Kids” is presented by members of the Norwalk Symphony. Children ages 4 to 10 and their parents will be introduced to the brass section of the orchestra at 4 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Friends Film Discussion

Thursday, April 24: Discussion of the Ingmar Bergman’s films, “The Lives of Others” and “The Seventh Seal,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room. Copies of the DVDs are available for loan. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Music of the Movies

Sunday, April 20: Regina Todd and George Baker perform "Music of the Movies," a concert featuring songs from Forty-Second Street, Swing Time, The Rose, The Way We Were and Beaches, at 2 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Upcoming Author Visits

Wednesday, April 16: Author Min Jin Lee discusses her new novel, “Free Food for Millionaires,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Gallery.

Saturday, April 19 - For Children: Children’s author Jane O’Connor will present her new book, “Fancy Nancy: Bonjour Butterfly” at 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery.

Monday, April 21: Author Lily Koppel discusses her new book, “The Red Leather Diary,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Tuesday: April 22: Author Joan Chittister discusses her book The Gift of Years: Growing Older Gracefully,” at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s. Co-sponsored by the Library

Wednesday, April 23: Author Reeve Lindbergh discusses her new book, “Forward From Here: Leaving Middle Age and Other Unexpected Adventures,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Sunday, April 27 - For Children: "Doggie Day at the Library.” Authors Emma Jackson, “A Home for Dixie,” and Sean Bryan and Tom Murphy, “The Juggling Pug,” will discuss their books in the Gallery At 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 30: Author Clotilde Dusoulier discusses her new book, “Clotilde’s Edible Adventures in Paris,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

April Computer Classes

Wednesday, April 16: PowerPoint I computer class at 9:30 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.
Monday, April 21: Getting Creative with Word I computer class at 9:30 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.
Wednesday, April 23: Advanced Internet Searching computer class at 9:30 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.

Open House Reception for David Bryant

Join the Board of Trustees, Friends, staff, patrons and Library supporters to bid departing Library Director, David Bryant, a fond farewell and best wishes for the future that awaits him in sunny Rancho Mirage, where he will serve his new community as Library Director. Everyone welcome from 5 - 7 p.m. in the Lamb Room at the Library.

Authors on Stage - Andrew Gross

Monday, April 7: Author Andrew Gross discusses his new novel "The Dark Tide" at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Authors on Stage - Michael Kodas

Sunday, February 24: Author Michael Kodas discusses his new book, “High Crimes,” in the Lamb Room at 4 p.m. Call 594-5003 to register. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books.

"Wild Life" Paintings by Nancy Moore

Sunday, February 24: Opening Reception for the art exhibit, “Wild Life,” paintings by Nancy Moore, 3 – 5 p.m. in the Curtis Gallery.

Authors on Stage - Gary Kowalski

Thursday, February 21: Author Gary Kowalski discusses his new book, “Revolutionary Spirits,” about the faith of our founding fathers, in the Lamb Room at 7:30 p.m. Call 594-5003 to register. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books.

Authors on Stage - Ann Easter Smith

Tuesday, February 19: Author Ann Easter Smith discusses her new book, “Daughter of York,” in the Lamb Room at noon. Lunch will be provided. Call 594-5003 to register. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books.

Authors on Stage - Chris Bohjalian

Friday, February 15: Author Chris Bohjalian, discusses his new book, “The Double Bind,” in the Lamb Room at noon. Lunch will be provided. Call 594-5003 to register. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books.

Nancy Flavin - A Celebration of Her Life and Art

Sunday, January 13: Opening reception for the art exhibit, “A Celebration of the Life and Art of Nancy Flavin,” in the Gallery from 3 – 5 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of New Canaan Library.

Notes in Mid-Winter Concert

Sunday, January 13: Notes in Mid-Winter Concert. The Glorian Duo, with harpist Wendy Kerner Lucas and flutist Donna Milanovich, performs works by C.P.E. Bach, Vaughan Williams, Mendelssohn and Piazzola. At 2 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Sponsored by the Friends of New Canaan Library.

Authors on Stage

Thursday, January 10: Nalini Jones, author of “What You Call Winter” and Dave King, author of “The Ha-Ha,” discuss these new books at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.