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Yoga with Nelie Doak
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Stop by the library for some cool reads this summer or to just get out of the heat. We have some fun programming lined up this month. Check it out!
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Summer Nights are here!
Have some fun with our Summer Reading Program... for adults!
We've kicked off the summer... and the summer reading programs for kids and teens. Now it's the adults' turn. Just come to the Reference Desk whenever you've read a book! For every book you read between now and the end of August, stop by the Reference Desk, let us know what it is and we'll give you a raffle ticket. For added fun, check out the paper we've put up downstairs where you can tell us what you're reading this summer. Share the title, the author, and maybe something about the book. At the end of the summer, we'll have a drawing for a prize. You can also get a ticket by liking us on Facebook, following us on Twitter, or get five tickets by joining the Friends! For more details, see our flyer. It's a fun way to enjoy books over the summer, share summer reading with your kids, or just see how many ticket entries you can put in the pot. |
Fred Rosenthal: Art Opening
Sunday, July 1
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
New Photography Show - Potpourri Opening Reception on Sunday, July 1, 1-4 p.m. Open to the Public The Blackstone Memorial Library will be the setting of a new exhibit featuring the work of award-winning local photographer Fred Rosenthal. Potpourri is an eclectic assortment of images featuring landscapes, people and architecture taken in European locations and here in the United States. Rosenthal's work is noted for the use of high dynamic color - a technique that captures the full range of colors normally not reproduced by traditional photography. Black and white images will also be on display. All images will be available for purchase and a percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the library association. The exhibit will be at the library through July 30. |
CT Works @ the Library
Workshop: State Jobs
Tuesday, July 10
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT Works will host a special guest speaker who will discuss state jobs. Job Seekers Networking Group
Tuesday, July 31 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
A great opportunity to meet with other job seekers to discuss and learn techniques for interviewing and job hunting, finding and sharing leads, and other job-search topics. Facilitated by a CT Works professional.
Registration required for both programs. Please call 203-488-1441, ext. 318.
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New Plays at the Blackstone:
Independence
Saturday, July 14
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
 Join us for a brand new play at the Blackstone Library, titled Independence.
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Summer Film Series:
 Join us for the Blackstone Library's Summer Film Series. Bring your own snacks and popcorn to any of these fun family flicks.
Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Tuesday, July 17
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Tuesday, July 24
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Episode III: Revenge of the Sith Tuesday, July 31
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Summer Reading Night: Owl Prowl
Thursday, July 12
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
 Owls own the night, too! Stop by the library to enhance our summer reading 'night' theme by participating in a live owl show! Children of all ages will learn about how owls survive in their habitat, have special adaptations and how they contribute to the ecosystem. Live owls will be present and a hands on pellet dissection will take place. Owls provided by the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center.
No registration is required and entire families/all ages are welcome.
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Friday Fairy Tales:
Babies thru age 6 (w/ caregiver)
Friday, July 13 and 27
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Join Miss Mary and Miss Carly every other Friday in July for a series of dream inspired fairy tales. Perfect for those that want to hear the true stories behind those popular Disney tales! This event will include: music, movement, crafts and rhymes. A fairy tale short on the big screen of the tale we just read will be included. No registration is required. All are welcome.
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Youth Drama Workshops:
It's time to get creative at the James Blackstone Memorial Library as we welcome back Ingrid Schaeffer and her interactive theatrical program that asks participants to bring hilarious stories to life!
Three Silly Billies - ages 5-9
Saturday, July 21
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
In this session, participants between the ages of 5 and 9 will take on a variety of acting exercises and then work together to create a new rendition of the Three Billy Goats Gruff! Sure to bring lots of laughs and no acting experience is required, this is all for fun.
Take The Stage - ages 10 and up
Saturday, July 21
2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This improvisational class is meant for ages 10 and up and will allow participants to express themselves in a series of fun and interesting challenges. Participants will start with the basics and then build up to more challenging tasks that call on them to become a variety of characters. Prior acting experience is not required, this is all for fun!
* Space is limited for both events, so registration is required. To do so please call 203-488-1441, ext. 323.
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Batty About Bats: Grades K-4
Tuesday, July 24
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
 Bats are fascinating creatures and enjoy the night, so we thought it would be simply perfect to spend an hour or so learning about their habitats, way of life and why they sleep all day! Fun bat facts and activities will be included.
* Live bats will not be present but replicas and skeletons will allow participants to get the idea.
* Space is limited, so register by calling 203-488-1441, ext. 323.
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Munchies and a Matinee: All Ages
Saturday, July 28
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Dying to take a break from your normal Saturday activities? How about stopping by the library to watch Mars Needs Moms!
The movie will include...snacks, projection viewing, free admission, and a place for you and your friends to hang.
Feel free to bring your own snacks or a bag lunch. This movie is meant for all ages and is rated PG
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Murder Mystery Game: 5th Grade and Up
Monday, July 30
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
 A murder has been committed in the library and it is up to you and your friends to work together to figure out who did it! There are plenty of motives, so the process may be tricky. Some participants will be suspects, others detectives, but the first one to find the truth wins!
Pizza will be provided. Space is limited, so register by calling 203-488-1441, ext. 323 to save your spot!
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Mystery Book Club
First Wednesday of the Month **NOTE exception for JULY - library closed on July 4 This month: July 11 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This month, the Mystery Book Club meets on the second Wednesday, as the library will be closed for July 4. For more information, contact Tom Wilson at 203-483-6653.
July's title is Fire Ice by Clive Cussler.
The group will take August off - there will be no August meeting/title. See you in September!
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It's Hip to Knit
Wednesday, July 11, 18, and 25
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
 The Blackstone Knitting and Crocheting Group meets in the Lucy Hammer Room every week. This informal gathering is for knitters, crocheters, and other fiber craftspeople of all ages and abilities. First-time knitters welcome - coaches available.
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Morning Yoga with Susan
Thursday, July 5, 12, 19, and 26
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
 Come and join Susan for gentle rise and shine yoga. All for the low fee of a non perishable food item to benefit Branford Food Pantry.
Susan Agamie, Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher
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New Plays at the Blackstone:
A Playwrighting Group
Monday, July 9
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Are you an actor or a playwright? Join us for the monthly gathering of New Plays at the Blackstone on the second Monday of every month. Our group has two primary goals: to nurture individual theater artists, and to develop new plays by local writers. These monthly meetings give playwrights the opportunity to hear their works read by local actors. New Plays at the Blackstone also produces staged readings for the benefit of local charities.
For additional information, email newplaysblackstone@gmail.com.
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Second Tuesday Book Club
Tuesday, July 10
6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
 New members are welcome. Books available for loan in advance of the discussion.
For book selection info call 203-488-1441, ext. 318 or see the book group page. Group meets in the Lucy Hammer Room.
July's selection is Snow In August by Pete Hamill.
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Ask A Lawyer
Thursday, July 19
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
 Free 15 minute consultations with a lawyer in the privacy of the Lucy Hammer Room on the main floor. No advance sign-ups; register upon arrival. Provided as a public service by the members of the New Haven County Bar Association. Information: 203-488-1441, ext. 318.
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Children's Events - Happening Monthly
No Registration Required
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Mondays
Play Stories - ages 3-5
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Tuesdays Stories for 2's
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
**NOTE: no storytime on July 10th
Wednesdays Stories and Music for Babies - up to 23 months
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and
10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
**NOTE: Library is closed July 4th
Thursdays PJ Stories for Babies - up to age 5
6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays Make It and Take It Craft for All Ages
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Interested in more Blackstone Library events tailored for kids in different age groups? Check out the Youth Services page for more information.
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