Events at New Canaan Library

Author Programs

2009-05-28T14:19:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, June 3: Dr. Richard Frank, author of “Fighting Cancer With Knowledge and Hope”, discusses the topic at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by the Norwalk Hospital.
Tuesday, June 9: Author Penny Pearlman, discusses her new book, “Pretty Smart Lessons from our Miss Americas,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books.
Thursday, June 11: Author Daniel Asa Rose, discusses his new book, “Larry’s Kidney” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books.
Monday, June 15: Author Lee Woodruff, discusses her new book, “Perfectly Imperfect,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books.
More author programs>>
Call 594-5003 to register for these programs, or register online.

Teddy Bear Picnic

2009-05-28T14:14:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, June 9: Annual Teddy Bear Picnic at noon on the front lawn. Bring your lunch and best bear to the fun. A showing of the movie “Corduroy” in the Lamb Room follows the picnic. The picnic moves inside if it rains.

Friends Lunch Bunch Book Talk

2009-05-28T13:59:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, June 3: Librarian Phebe Kirkham leads a discussion of Emily Mitchell’s “The Last Summer of the World,” a novel about Edward Steichen in Europe between the wars. Noon in the Lamb Room. Reservations required for lunch. Call 594-5003 to register.

June Computer Classes

2009-05-20T13:33:00.000-07:00

Monday, June 1: Facebook
Tuesday, June 2: Blogs
Tuesday, June 9: Searching Google and Beyond
Thursday, June 11: Excel 2007 Part I
Wednesday, June 24: Facebook
Thursday, June 25: Excel 2007 Part II
Saturday, June 27: Downloadable Audio Books

All computer class begin at 9:30 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register or register online.

Friends Film Discussion

2009-05-14T09:57:00.000-07:00

Thursday, May 21: Friends Film Discussion - Director’s Series continues with a discussion of two films by Francois Truffaut: “Jules et Jim” and “Shoot the Piano Player” at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room. Pizza and beverages will be served. Call 594-5003 to register or register online.

Dynamic Life Skills Workshop

2009-05-14T09:54:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, May 26: Dynamic Life Skills presents "How To Get Your Child Organized" Founder Regina Cornelio will show you ways to help your child and yourself get organized at home, school, and in your daily life. The workshop will last approximately one hour and begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 or register online.

Presidents & Their First Ladies

2009-05-14T09:52:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, May 27: Presidents & Their First Ladies present Richard & Pat Nixon at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Call 594-5003 or register online.

May Authors on Stage

2009-05-14T09:28:00.000-07:00

Friday, May 15: Author Mar Jennings will discuss his new book, “Life on Mars: A Four Season Garden,” at 10 a.m. the Lamb Room.
Monday, May 18: Andrew Blauner will discuss his ne book, "Brothers : 26 Stories of Love and Rivalry," at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Tuesday, May 19: Jeff Benedict will discuss his book, "How to Build a Business Warren Buffet Would Buy," at 7:30 p.m. in the Gallery.
Wednesday, May 20: Author Sheila Lukins discusses her new book, "Ten" All the Foods We Love--and Ten Recipes for Each," at 7 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Tuesday, May 26: Author Susan Richards will discuss her new memoir, “Chosen By a Horse,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
These events are co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 or register online for these programs.

Computer Classes

2009-05-14T09:21:00.000-07:00

Thursday, May 28: Excel II computer class at 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, May 30: Downloadable Audio Books computer class at 9:30 a.m.
Call 594-5003 to register or register online.

Children's Programs

2009-05-14T09:15:00.000-07:00

Saturday, May 16: The Adventures of Kitchawan Kenny and Friends. Author Kim Kovach will read her new book to children ages 5 to 9 & their parents from 1:30-2:15 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Children will then have fun making a puppet craft. Call 594-5002 to register.

Wednesday, May 27: Young Critics Book Discussion of “Where the Red Fern Grows” by Wilson Rawls from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. For grades 4 –7. Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register.

Art Exhibit Opening

2009-05-14T09:08:00.000-07:00

Windows, Looking Out, Looking In An international exhibit of children's art assembled by Creative Connections, a nonprofit cultural exchange organization. Details>> Opening reception Friday, May 15, 5 - 7 p.m.

Celebrate National Library Week - April 13-19

2009-04-06T12:33:00.000-07:00

We have something for everyone during this week of special programming.
*These programs are sponsored by the Friends Children’s Committee.

Monday, April 13: An Introduction to Baby Sign Language*
Presenter Eileen Baker will introduce a new method of helping babies & toddlers communicate with their parents. For babies 6 to 24 months of age and their parents. From 1 – 1:45 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Registration is required. Register online or call 594-5002.

Wednesday, April 15: Author Jane Hamilton will discuss her new book, “Laura Rider’s Masterpiece,” at noon in the Lamb Room. Lunch will be served. Register online or call 594-5003 to make a reservation.

Thursday, April 16: Green Thumbs: Plant Stories & Planting Project*
An extra special storytime for children ages 3 to 7 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Registration is required. Children will listen to planting stories and each child will plant nasturtium seeds in their very own pot to take home. Call 594-5002 for information.

Open Mic Night
April is Poetry Month. Read your own poetry, your favorite poem, a passage from your favorite book, or play a song. Share what you love with others. At 7 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Refreshments will be provided. Drop-ins welcome, but please register or call ahead - 594-5003 - if you are planning to attend.

Friends Film Discussion - Director’s Series continues with a discussion of two films by directed by John Sayles: “Return of the Seacaucus 7” and “Lone Star” at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room. Pizza and beverages will be served. Register online or call 594-5003 to register.

Friday, April 17: Wild Things Party*
Captivating stories presented by Anna Holbrook, a professional actress and New Canaan resident. A special program designed for children ages 7 & up, 5:30-7 p.m. in the Curtis Gallery. A pizza party will follow. Registration is required. Please call 594-5002 or register online.

Saturday, April 18: A Spanish/English Storytime for ages 5 to 9 and their parents presented by Ivana Pagani and Librarian Rose Marie Zaharek from 1:30-2:15 pm in the Children’s Program Room. Register online or call 594-5002 to register.

Sunday, April 19: Opening Reception for the Art Exhibit, “Stimulus,” new paintings by Allen Wittert from 3 – 5 p.m. in the Curtis Gallery. Everyone welcome.

Authors on Stage

2009-03-20T10:45:00.000-07:00

Sunday, March 22: Author Preston Keat, will discuss his most recent book, “The Fat Tail: The Power of Political Knowledge for Strategic Investing,” at 4 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Tuesday, March 24: Author Jerry Glowczewski discusses hi new book, “The Accidental Immigrant” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Wednesday, March 25: Under the Writer's Veil: Mystery Writers of America / NY with Rosemary Harris, “The Big Dirt Nap,” Jane Cleland “Killer Keepsakes,” and Meredith Cole “Posed for Murder.” At 12 noon in the Lamb Room. Reservations required for this luncheon program.
Call 594-5003 to register or register online. All programs are cosponsored by Elm Street Books.

Children's Programs

2009-03-20T10:42:00.000-07:00

Monday, March 23: Preschool Spring Craft Workshops conducted by members of theYoung Women’s League of New Canaan, 9:30-10:15 a.m. and at 10:45-11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Wednesday, March 25: Young Critics Book Discussion of “S.O.R. Losers” by Avi from6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. For grades 4 –6. Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register.

Monday, March 30: Preschool sing-along with Diane Wells at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Planning & Paying for College

2009-03-20T10:39:00.000-07:00

Monday, March 30: Howard Greene, President of Howard Greene & Associates, a leading college counseling firm, and Matthew Greene, co-authors of the books in the Greenes’ Guides to Educational Planning Series will be discussing Planning and Paying for College at 7:00 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Call 594-5003 to register.

Hospice Art Exhibit

2009-03-20T10:27:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, April 1: Opening reception for the exhibit, Completing the Journey: The Art of Hospice Care, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Cosponsored by Masonicare Home Health& Hospice. The exhibit is an extraordinary and powerful multi-media display depicting the use of the arts in hospice care. It is a collection of paintings, drawings, photography, poetry, shadow boxes and more that have been done with, for and about ordinary people at the end of their lives. The exhibit has helped people understand the major role art and art therapy can play in helping patients and families cope with a terminal illness.

Computer Classes

2009-03-20T10:21:00.000-07:00

Monday, March 23: Excel 2007 Level 1 computer class in the Tech Center.
Tuesday, March 24: Blog class in the Lamb Room.
Wednesday, April 1: Word 2007 Level 2 computer class in the Tech Center.
Call 594-5003 to register or register online.

Authors on Stage - Jimmy Breslin

2009-02-17T09:09:00.000-08:00

Thursday, February 26: Author Jimmy Breslin discusses his new book, “The Good Rat,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Call 594-5003 to register or register online. Cosponsored by Elm Street Books.

Authors on Stage - Vicki Levy Krupp and Judy Gelman

2009-02-17T09:04:00.000-08:00

Wednesday, February 25: Judy Gelman and Vicki Levy Krupp, authors of “The Book Club Cookbook” and “The Kids' Book Club Book” will give a talk at noon in the Lamb Room. Lunch will be served, registration required. Call 594-5003 to register or register online. Cosponsored by Elm Street Books.

UN Committee Program

2009-02-17T08:58:00.000-08:00

Monday, February 23: "Water, A Greater Risk than Oil,” a lecture by Margaret Catley-Carson, Chair of the World Economic Forum Global Council on Water. Lamb Room, 7:00 p.m. Cosponsored by the New Canaan Library and the New Canaan UN Day Committee.

Art Exhibit Opening

2009-02-17T08:54:00.000-08:00

Sunday, February 22: Opening reception for the art exhibit, “John Gruen/Objects, Flowers: Silver Prints,” from 3 – 5 p.m. in the gallery. “Since the inception of my career the distinctive concern of my work has been to create images falling inside the tradition of the classic still life employing the medium of black-and-white film photography and darkroom printing. The quality of illumination forms the principal unifying element: all exposures are made within the confines of the studio, using studio strobes or daylight.” Gruen’s work has been described as “a perfect marriage of simplicity and attention to detail, of scale and subject, and best of all, a gift of poetry.” Everyone welcome.

February Computer Classes

2009-02-02T13:38:00.000-08:00

Wednesday, February 4: Genealogy I

Thursday, February 5: Getting Creative in Word I
Wednesday, February 11: Searching Google and Beyond

Wednesday, February 18: Genealogy II

Saturday, February 21: Downloadable Audio Books

Thursday, February 26: Getting Creative in Word II

All classes begin at 9:30 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register or register online.

Individual tutorials are available by appointment. Call for information.

Programs for Children

2009-02-02T13:27:00.000-08:00

Saturday, February 7: Book Voyagers Book Discussion Club for boys and girls in grades 5 to 7 in the Children’s Program Room from 1 to 2 p.m. Teacher Christopher Brown will lead a discussion of “The Giver” by Lois Lowry. Copies of the book are available in Children’s Room. Refreshments will be served. Call 594-5002 to register or register online.

Also on Saturday Tacky the Penguin will visit in the Curtis Gallery at 2:30 p.m. A special program for children ages 2 to 7 and their parents. Bring your camera for great photos! Elm Street Books will have Tacky books will be available for purchase. Snow date 2/8/09. Call 594-5002 to register or register online.

Monday, February 9: Preschool Valentine Craft Workshops presented by members of the Young Women’s League, 9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:45-11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Sponsored by the Friends’ Children’s Committee.

Thursday, February 12: (snow date 2/13) A sing-along musical program with Marcia Louis for children ages 4 to 9 and their parents from1:30-2:15 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Saturday, February 14: (snow date 2/15) A Valentine Celebration for children ages 4 to 10 and their parents from1:30—2:30 p.m. Story, craft, film and refreshments in the Children’s Program Room.

Monday, February 23: Preschool sing-along with Diane Wells at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.
Wednesday, February 25: Young Critics Book Discussion of “Schooled” by Gordon Korman. For children in grades 5 – 7 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register or register online.

Great Decisions Program

2008-10-24T08:37:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-24T08:36:00.001-07:00

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

2008-10-24T08:35:00.001-07:00

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

2008-10-24T08:34:00.001-07:00

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

2008-10-24T08:30:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-24T08:26:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-24T08:19:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-24T08:15:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-24T07:53:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-03T11:04:00.000-07:00

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

2008-09-26T12:43:00.000-07:00

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

2008-09-26T12:31:00.000-07:00

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

2008-09-26T12:19:00.000-07:00

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

2008-04-14T12:42:00.000-07:00

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”

2008-04-14T12:40:00.000-07:00

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

2008-04-14T12:29:00.000-07:00

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

2008-04-14T12:25:00.000-07:00

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

2008-04-14T10:02:00.000-07:00

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

2008-04-14T09:55:00.000-07:00

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

2008-04-05T12:17:00.000-07:00

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

2008-04-05T12:13:00.000-07:00

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

2008-02-14T13:36:00.000-08:00

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

2008-02-14T13:33:00.000-08:00

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

2008-02-14T13:31:00.000-08:00

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

2008-02-14T13:29:00.000-08:00

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

2008-02-14T13:24:00.000-08:00

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

2008-01-09T14:01:00.000-08:00

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

2008-01-09T13:53:00.000-08:00

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

2008-01-09T13:49:00.000-08:00

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.

Friends Book Sale

2007-11-18T08:45:00.000-08:00

Friends of New Canaan Library
BOOK SALE begins
Friday, November 30

More information>>

Art Exhibit Opening

2007-11-18T08:29:00.000-08:00

Sunday, December 2: Opening reception for the art exhibit, The Ocean is Black and Blue, works on paper by Michael Torlen, 3-5 p.m. in the Gallery. Everyone welcome.

Programs for Children

2007-11-18T08:19:00.000-08:00

Wednesday, November 28: Young Critics book discussion of “The Castle in the Attic,” for children in grades 5 – 7 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register.
Friday, November 30: “1, 2, Buckle My Shoe” for babies and toddlers up to the age of 2, at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Sunday: December 2: Children’s author, Randall De Sève, reads her new picture book, “Toy Boat” at 2 p.m. in the Children’s program Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5002 to register.

Literature for a Lifetime

2007-11-18T08:17:00.000-08:00

Wednesday, November 28: A discussion of Philip Roth’s “The Plot Against America,” part of the “Terrorism and Takeovers” book discussion series sponsored by the Connecticut Humanities Council. 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room.

Great Decisions

2007-11-18T08:09:00.000-08:00

Monday, November 26: Great Decisions discussion of Mexico, led by Eileen Heaphy, Former Executive Director of the World Affairs Forum at 7 p.m. in the Plaut Room.

Tom Brokaw

2007-11-02T05:54:00.000-07:00

Sunday, November 4: Tom Brokaw will deliver the 2007 Richard Salant Memorial Lecture this Sunday at 5 p.m. at the New Canaan High School. Doors open at 4 p.m. Registration for this event is closed, as it is full to capacity. Elm Street Books will be present to take orders for Mr. Brokaw's new book, Boom: Voices of the Sixties, which will be released on Tuesday, November 6. Mr. Brokaw has signed bookplates in advance for books ordered at this event. Call 594-5003 for information.

Plan for Retirement - DATE CHANGE

2007-10-22T07:17:00.000-07:00

Thursday, November 1: Financial planner, Evan Levine, presents the program, “Nine Steps to a Financially Healthy Retirement,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Gallery. Mr. Levine is a Financial Advisor with 19 years experience who helps pre-retirees and retirees to achieve their financial life goals. He has lectured extensively on investment strategies and retirement planning and his articles have appeared in numerous industry magazines. Call 594-5003 to register. Mr. Levine had to reschedule his appearance for Thursday, March 27.

Great Decisions Program

2007-10-22T07:15:00.000-07:00

Monday, October 29: Carolyn Kissane, Clinical Professor of Global Affairs, NYU, leads a Great Decisions discussion on "Central Asia: Three Power Resource Rivalry" at 7 p.m. in the Gallery.

Artist's Reception for Torrance York

2007-10-22T07:10:00.000-07:00

Sunday, October 28: Join us for the opening reception for the exhibit Point of Place, which features the photographs of Torrance York. 3 - 5 p.m. in the Gallery.

Susan McDaniel Garden Lecture

2007-10-22T07:08:00.000-07:00

Sunday, October 28: The Susan McDaniel Garden Design Lecture presents Viki Ferreniea speaking on “Perennial Gardens in All Their Shades,” at 4 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Author Michael Gates Gill

2007-10-22T07:04:00.000-07:00

Thursday, October 25: Author Michael Gates Gill discusses his new book, “How Starbucks Saved My Life,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Gallery. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Bobby Flay comes to New Canaan

2007-10-04T12:44:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, October 16: Author and Food Network chef, Bobby Flay, will speak at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Library staff will prepare the chef's recipes to serve as refreshments. Call 594-5003 to register.

October Computer Classes

2007-10-04T12:20:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, October 10: Excel I (sorry, class if full.)
Thursday, October 11: Word II computer class.
Tuesday, October 16: Search Engines computer class.
Wednesday October 17: Excel II (sorry, class if full.)
Thursday October 25: Genealogy I - Research your family history using Ancestry, an online database with census information, and birth, death, marriage, and military records. HeritageQuest includes books.
Saturday October 27: Morningstar Stocks and Mutual Funds. Everything you need to know about a particular stock or fund. Create your own portfolio, choose investments.
Tuesday October 30: Beyond Search Engines Search deep into the web using subject guides, research search engines and virtual libraries.

All classes run from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.

Book Talks for Children

2007-09-14T13:11:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, September 26: Young Critics Discussion of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” for grades 5 – 7 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register.
Saturday, September 29: Book Voyager discussion of Avi’s “Ragweed,” the prequel title in the Dimwood Forest series. For grades 3 – 5 and their parents from 1 – 2 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Great Decisions Program

2007-09-14T13:08:00.000-07:00

Monday, September 24: Dr. Hania Zlotnik, Director of the Population Division of the UN, will lead a World Affairs Forum's Great Decisions discussion on International Migration at 7 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Musical Programs for Children

2007-09-14T13:02:00.000-07:00

Friday, September 21: “1, 2 Buckle My Shoe” for babies, toddlers and their moms from 10 – 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.
Sunday, September 23: “Flute Sweets & Tickletoons” music program for ages children ages 2 – 6 and their parents from 1:30 – 2:15 in the gallery.
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra presents “It’s (Not) Just For Kids” featuring the woodwind instruments at 4 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Friday, September 28: Preschool sing-along with Diane Wells at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

More September Authors

2007-09-14T12:54:00.000-07:00

Monday, September 17: Author Katha Pollitt discusses her new book, “Learning to Drive,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Wednesday, September 19: Author Pam Proctor discusses her book, “The College Hook, at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Wednesday, September 26: Author Melissa Fay Greene will discuss her new book “There is No Me Without You” at noon in the Lamb Room. A complimentary lunch will be served to kick off our series of noontime Brown Bag Book Talks. Call 594-5003 to register.

Author Ann Packer discusses her new novel, “Songs Without Words” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Sunday, September 30: Author Fred Shapiro discusses his book, “The Yale Book of Quotations” at 3 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Film Discussion

2007-08-31T14:02:00.000-07:00

Saturday, September 15: Showing of the Kurosawa's film, DERSU UZALA, at 2 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Thursday, September 20: A discussion of the film, DERSU UZALA, at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room. Multiple copies of the DVD are available for loan. Call 594-5003 to register.

Myron Polenberg - Art Exhibit Opening

2007-08-31T13:52:00.000-07:00

Sunday, September 9: The abstract paintings of Myron Polenberg will be on view in New Canaan Library’s H. Pelham Curtis Gallery from September 9 through October 15. The exhibit will open with a reception for the artist on Sunday, September 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the gallery. Everyone is welcome. Exhibit information.

In the Children's Room

2007-08-31T13:46:00.000-07:00

Thursday, September 6: Robert the Guitar Guy performs for preschoolers from 10:30 – 11 a.m. in the Lamb Room. Call 594-5002 to register.
Tuesday, September 11: Fall storytime registration for children age 2 begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Children’s Room.
Wednesday, September 12: Fall storytime registration for children ages 3-8 begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Children’s Room.
Saturday, September 15: Drop-in storytime for children ages 3-8 and their parents from 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Authors on Stage

2007-08-31T13:43:00.000-07:00

Thursday, September 6: Author Michael White discusses his new book “Soul Catcher” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.
Tuesday, September 11: Author Gene Krackehl discusses his new book, “You are the Healer” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

The Comedy of Errors

2007-08-10T12:28:00.000-07:00

Thursday, August 23: Shakespeare on the Sound’s Daniel John Kelly presents The Comedy of Errors for children ages six and up and their parents from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

End-of-the-Summer Programs for Children

2007-08-10T12:24:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, August 15: Movies & Popcorn for children ages 3 – 7 and their parents at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.
Thursday, August 16: Drop-in PJ Storytime for ages 3 to 8, 6:30-7:15 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.
Tuesday, August 21: Drop-in PJ Storytime for ages 3 to 8, 6:30-7:15 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.
Wednesday, August 22: Movies & Popcorn for children ages 3 – 7 and their parents at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Children's Author Lauren Tarshis

2007-08-10T12:19:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, August 14: Children's author, Lauren Tarshis, discusses her book, Emma-Jean Lazarus Fell Out of a Tree , and the craft of writing at 6:30 p.m. in the Children's Room.

Art Exhibit Reception

2007-06-29T13:28:00.000-07:00

Thursday, August 9: An evening reception for the art exhibit, Dreams & Reality, featuring the paintings and prints of Hanneke Goedkoop and Kees De Waal, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the gallery. Everyone is welcome
Kees De Waal, born in Bussum, Netherlands in 1922, has been making art since he first won a drawing contest at the age of 14. He attended the Higher School for Textiles in Enschede and the Arnheim Art Academy. After a long career as a fashion retailer he rededicated himself to drawing and the graphic arts and started the De Waal Foundation to help needy children in Latin America. Still a very active printmaker, he divides his time between the Netherlands, France, and Greenwich, Connecticut.
Also an award winner at a young age, Hanneke Goedkoop considers her painting “a consequence of some kind of need. It is a need to fill some void in one’s self, which I do through painting both the chaos and harmony of nature.” Her work is a blend of old and new techniques that draws on natural elements and personal experience. As a conceptional artist, Hanneke leaves the objective behind in her creative process. A native of the Netherlands, as well, Hanneke now resides in Rowayton after a long stay in Darien. Hanneke attended the Academie of Beaux Arts in Belgium and has studied at The Rowayton Arts Center, the Silvermine Arts Center, and The Center for Contemporary Printmaking, all in Connecticut.

Fun Friday Programs for Kids

2007-06-29T12:38:00.000-07:00

Friday, July 6: Finger Printing Fun for ages 3 to 5 from 9:30-10 a.m. or 11-11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.
Police Detective Work for ages 7 to 12 from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Presented by NCPD Sgt. Carol Ogrinc.

Friday, July 13: Making Spyglasses Craft Class for ages 5 to 8 from 9:30-10 a.m. or 11-11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.
Get a Clue @ Your Library, a Web Trivia Class, 2:30-3:30 p.m. or 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Library Tech Center. To sign up for these programs call 594-5002.

Friends of the Library Summer Concert

2007-06-13T13:41:00.000-07:00

Thursday, June 28: Outdoor Summer Concert featuring the Hot Cat Jazz Band playing Dixieland, swing and jazz favorites at 8 p.m. on the Library’s west plaza, in the Lamb Room in the event of rain.

Wednesday, June 27: Reader's Choice Book Discussion
Join Librarian Cynde Lahey for a discussion of White Teeth by Zadie Smith at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room.

Summer Reading Program Kicks Off

2007-06-13T13:23:00.000-07:00

Thursday, June 21: Summer Reading Program kicks off with “The Book Detective,” performed by Sparky’s Puppets. 3:30 – 4:15 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Following the program children may sign up for the Summer Reading Club, “Get A Clue @ YOUR LIBRARY.” Play our bingo as you read books over the summer and win fantastic prizes!

June Authors on Stage

2007-06-13T13:05:00.000-07:00

Saturday, June 16: Author Margaret Silf discusses her new book, “Wise choices : a spiritual guide to making life's decisions,” at 3 p.m.

Tuesday, June 19: Author Katherine Weber discusses her novel, “Triangle,” about the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911, at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 21: Author Matthew Sharpe discusses his novel, “Jamestown,” at 7:30 p.m.

Monday, June 25: Author Heather Ewing discusses her book, “The Lost World of James Smithson: Science, Revolution, and the Birth of the Smithsonian,” at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 26: Author Cameron Stracher discusses his new book, “Dinner with Dad: How I Found My Way Back to the Family Table,” at 7:30 p.m.

All programs are co-sponsored by Elm Street Books and take place in the Lamb Room on the Library's lower level. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 594-5003 to register. Click here to view the complete schedule, or for more information about the books.

Late Night Study Hours

2007-06-13T12:58:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, June 13, Thursday, June 14, Monday, June 18 & Tuesday, June 19. The Library is open late from 8 - 10 p.m. for high school students to study for their exams.

Register Your Children for Summer Activities

2007-06-08T13:48:00.000-07:00

Thursday, June 14: Registration begins for summer storytimes and Fun Friday programs at 9:30 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Call 594-5002 for information.

The Comedy of Errors

2007-06-08T13:37:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, June 12: Shakespeare on the Sound’s Tom Lee presents The Comedy of Errors for children ages six and up and their parents at 6:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

2007-06-08T13:32:00.000-07:00

LIBRARY BOOK SALE: Great prices on thousands of books!

Friday, June 8
Silent Auction of Premium Books, 10 a.m.—7:30 pm
“Early Entry” Book Sale (prices doubled), 3—5 pm
Regular Priced Book Sale, 5:30—8 pm
Saturday, June 9: 9 am—5 pm
Sunday, June 10: 12 - 5 pm (25% off prices)
Monday, June 11: 9 am - 5 pm (50% off prices)
Tuesday, June 12: 9 am—noon, $3/bag
Noon—3 pm, Free books!

Artist Leslie Giuliani's Demo and Workshop

2007-05-29T14:08:00.000-07:00

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

2007-05-29T14:04:00.000-07:00

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

2007-05-29T14:01:00.000-07:00

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

2007-05-18T10:16:00.000-07:00

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

2007-05-18T10:09:00.000-07:00

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.

Early May Programs

2007-04-27T06:52:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, May 1: Genealogy Online computer class, 9:30 – 11 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.

Wednesday, May 2: Brown Bag Book Talk. Librarian Indu Arya leads a discussion of “Frangipani” at noon in the Plaut Room. Everyone welcome. Bring your lunch. Drinks and cookies provided by the Friends of New Canaan Library.

Patricia Wells, master of French cuisine, former New York Times food editor and author of many bestselling books, including “The Provence Cookbook,” discusses her latest book, “Vegetable Harvest,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

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.

Susan Williams, author of "Wind Rider" at the Library

2007-04-27T06:46:00.000-07:00

Sunday, April 28: Children’s book author, Susan Williams, talks about her new book for the young adult reader, “Wind Rider,” at 2 p.m. in the Curtis art gallery. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

New Canaan Inn Residents and the Library Celebrate National Poetry Month

2007-04-19T12:29:00.000-07:00

The New Canaan Inn and the Library are celebrating April as National Poetry Month by highlighting and honoring a Poem of the Day. Pictured (l-r) are Marilyn Shanahan, Assistant Director of Resident Services at the Inn, Barbara Jeffries, Shirley Brault, Library Assistant Director Cynde Bloom Lahey, and Louise Besson. Poetry books are on display in the Library. Click here for a list of poetry books.

Two Great Events this Sunday: Children's Author Nancy Wallace and A Conversation with Artist Peri Schwartz

2007-04-18T12:59:00.000-07:00

Sunday, April 22: Book discussion and signing with children’s author, Nancy Wallace for ages 5 – 8 from 1:30 – 3 p.m. in the Curtis art gallery. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Artist Peri Schwartz discusses and answers questions about her work with exhibit curator, Laura Einstein, at 3:30 p.m. in the Curtis art gallery.

Library Friends Launch Film Discussion Series

2007-04-18T12:54:00.000-07:00

Saturday, April 21: The Friends of New Canaan Library are pleased to offer our patrons a film viewing and discussion series, which kicks off today. “The Horse’s Mouth,” starring Alec Guiness, begins at 2:00 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Refreshments will be served. Copies of the DVD are also available for loan prior to a discussion of the film on Thursday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room. To register for either these events call 594-5003.

Drop-in storytime for children ages 3 – 8 and their parents. 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
In the Children’s Program Room.

Monday, April 16: Author Santa Montefiore discusses her new book, “The Gypsy Madonna,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

Exhibit Opening for Artist Peri Schwartz

2007-03-30T08:07:00.000-07:00

Sunday, April 15: Meet artist Peri Schwartz at the opening reception for her exhibit of paintings, prints and drawings, "Interior Perspectives" from 3 - 5 p.m. in the gallery. Peri is a New York artist, whose work is in American and European Museum Collections, including the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, DC; Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; Museum of the City of New York; the Bibliotheque Nationale de France and the British Museum .

Calvin Trillin talks "About Alice"

2007-03-30T07:55:00.000-07:00

Sunday, April 15: American journalist, humorist and novelist, Calvin Trillin, visits the New Canaan Library to discuss his latest book, "About Alice" and other topics of interest at 3 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Well known as a writer for the magazines, "The New Yorker" and "The Nation," he is also the author of more than 20 books, most of them non-fiction. A graduate of Yale University, Mr. Trillin now lives in Greenwich Village.

Early Spring Programs

2007-03-30T07:27:00.000-07:00

Friday, April 13: Volunteer orientation. 10 – 11 a.m. Everyone welcome. Meet at the Information Desk.

Thursday, April 12: Excel II computer class. 9:30 – 11 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.

Tuesday, April 10: Search Engines computer class. 9:30 – 11 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register.

Librarian Cynde Lahey leads a discussion of the book, “Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee,” at the Lapham Center at 2 p.m. Call 594-3620 to register.

Sunday, April 8: Easter Sunday. The Library is closed.

Saturday, April 7: “(Not) Just for Kids.” A family program presented by members of the Norwalk Symphony. Children will be introduced to the brass section of the orchestra, 4 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Lamb Room. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please call 594-5003 for an appointment.

Friday, April 6: Good Friday. The Library is open.

Wednesday, April 4: Reader’s Choice Book Group, 7:30 p.m. in the Plaut Room. Librarian Cynde Lahey leads a discussion of “Triangle” by Katharine Weber. Everyone welcome. (Rescheduled from March 28.)

Tuesday, April 3: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Lamb Room 1 - 4 p.m. Please call 594-5003 for an appointment.

Saturday, March 31: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Lamb Room 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please call 594-5003 for an appointment.

Thursday, March 29: Writing Workshop on Children’s Books. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with lunch in the Lamb Room. Call 594-5003 to register.

Young Critics Book Discussion of “The 7 Professors of the Far North” by John Fardell. For children in grades 5-8 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register. Wednesday, March 28at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 28: Author, Sara Davidson discusses her book “Leap!” at 7:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room.

Tuesday, March 27: More Basics computer class, 9:30 – 11 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Lamb Room 1 - 4 pm. Please call 594-5003 for an appointment.

Monday, March 26: "1, 2, Buckle My Shoe" for babies & their parents, 10-10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Sunday, March 25: Violin & Guitar performance for children ages 3-10 from1:30-2:15 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Presented by Talent Education Suzuki School.

Saturday, March 24: Drop-in storytime for children ages 3 – 8 and their parents, 1:30 – 2:15 in the Children’s Program Room. Computer class on Downloadable Audiobooks and Videos, 9:30 – 11 a.m. Call 594-5003 to register. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Lamb Room 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please call 594-5003 for an appointment.

Friday, March 23: Preschool spring craft workshops presented by the Young Women’s League from 9:30-10:15 a.m. or 10:45 – 11:30 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Thursday, March 22: Matthew & Howard Greene discuss college admissions and educational planning and their popular books, including their most recent, “The Greene’s Guide to Boarding School,” at 7:30 p.m.in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Elm Street Books. Call 594-5003 to register.

2007-03-16T10:02:00.000-07:00

Unfortunately, the weather took over today and Food TV Chef and author Robin Miller was unable to come to New Canaan. We hope we will be able to re-schedule when spring really arrives. But...if you can't wait, Elm Street Books has copies of Robin Miller's book, Quick Fix Meals in stock, ready to sell and the Library has copies ready to be checked out. Her recipes cover a wide range of food choices. As soon as we know, we will let you know when Robin might visit.

2007-03-14T13:18:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, March 20: Author Peter Abrahams discusses his new novel, “Nerve Damage,” at 10:30 a.m. in the Lamb Room. Co-sponsored by Just Books, Too. Call 594-5003 to register.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Lamb Room 1 - 4 pm. Please call 594-5003 for an appointment.

Monday, March 19: Preschool sing-along with Diane Wells at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Program Room.

Saturday, March 17: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Lamb Room 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please call 594-5003 for an appointment.