July August 2016 newsletter

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July/August 2016
Meriden Public
Library News
A Sample of the Fall
Programs
Sep.
7—Medicare
Seminar
Sep. 8—Introduction to
American Indian Music by
percussionist Craig Harris
Sep. 22—Getting Back to
Gardening with Kelly Tran
Oct.
3—College
Admissions Workshop
Oct. 15—”Alice’s Ordinary
People” movie and
discussion with Craig
Dudnick
Oct. 20—Basics of Islam
with Zahir Mannan
Nov. 3—Faberge Eggs with
Marina Forbes
Check the calendar for
more fall programs.
Inside this issue:
Summer Reading Challenge
Join this year's Summer
Reading Challenge for teens
and adults at Meriden Public
Library.
You can use the link on our
website (meridenlibrary.org)
to setup an account. Each
week log your reading into
your account to be eligible
for weekly drawings. You
can win prizes from local
businesses each Friday
through August 19th when
we will have our grand prize
drawing of a Kindle Fire.
For Adults
For Teens
For grades K—5
Children can log in their
summer reading for great
prizes too!
If you have any questions
contact the Information Desk
at 203-238-2347 or the
Children’s Library at 203630-6347.
For Birth—PreK
HOT Thursday Night
Movies
2
Classic Book Club
Coloring & Coffee
3
Teen and Children’s
Programs
3
Meriden Friends Win
State Award
4
Friends News
Friends Spotlight
5
Summer Hours begin on July 2 through September 3.
VITA Receives Award
5
Summer Children’s
programs
6-8
Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am to 8:30 pm
Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Summer and Holiday Hours
Meriden Public Library will be closed on Monday, July 4. Happy 4th of July!
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 238-2344
Meriden Public Library News
HOT Thursday Night Movies
Nothing to do on Thursday evenings? Come to the Meriden Public Library and watch a
great movie on the big screen. All are welcome. The movies will begin at 6:00 pm in the
Griffin Room. The schedule is:
July 7 – Jurassic Park (directed by Steven Spielberg) During a preview tour, a theme
park suffers a major power breakdown that allows its cloned dinosaur exhibits to run
amok. (www.imdb.com)
July 14 – Dead Poets Society (starring Robin Williams) English teacher John Keating
inspires his students to look at poetry with a different perspective of authentic knowledge and feelings. (www.imdb.com)
July 21 – Purple Rain (starring Prince) A young musician, tormented by an abusive
situation at home, must contend with a rival singer, a burgeoning romance, and his own
dissatisfied band, as his star begins to rise. (www.imdb.com)
July 28 – Rear Window (starring James Stewart and Grace Kelly) A wheelchair-bound
photographer spies on his neighbors from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder. (www.imdb.com)
Aug. 4 – Chicago (starring Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere)
Murderesses Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart find themselves on death row together and
fight for the fame that will keep them from the gallows in 1920s Chicago.
(www.imdb.com)
Aug. 11 – Tootsie (Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange, Teri Garr) Michael Dorsey, an unsuccessful actor, disguises himself as a woman in order to get a role on a trashy hospital soap. (www.imdb.com)
Aug. 18 – Stagecoach (John Wayne, Claire Trevor, Andy Devine) A group of people
traveling on a stagecoach find their journey complicated by the threat of Geronimo and
learn something about each other in the process. (www.imdb.com)
Aug. 25 – Ghost (Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, Whoopi Goldberg) After an accident
leaves a young man dead, his spirit stays behind to warn his lover of impending danger,
with the help of a reluctant psychic. (www.imdb.com)
Sep. 1 – Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (Paul Newman, Robert Redford,
Katharine Ross) Two Western bank/train robbers flee to Bolivia when the law gets too
close. (www.imdb.com)
Chess Club
Wednesday, July 27
And August 24
at 6:30 pm
in the Seminar Room.
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Writer’s Network
Are you writing a book?
Just getting started or
need some encouragement to finish? Join the
W riter’s Network
at
Meriden Public Library.
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.
The Writer’s Network
invites anyone who is
serious about writing
The Writer’s Network will
meet on Wednesday, July
27
and Wednesday,
August 24 at 7:00 pm in
the Marion Cook Room.
July/August 2016
Coloring and Coffee
Friday, July 8 from 12:00
to 2:00 pm in the Griffin
Room
Friday, August 5 from
12:00 to 2:00 pm in the
Marion Cook Room
Monday, July 18 from 6:30
to 8:00 pm in the Marion
Cook Room
Monday, August 15 from
6:30 to 8:00 pm in the
Marion Cook Room.
Scrabble
Monday, July 11 at 2:00
pm and July 25 at 2:00 pm
in the Griffin Room
Monday, August 8 and
August 22 at 2:00 pm in
the Marion Cook Room
Pictures, markers and
pencils will be available.
Refreshments served. No
registration needed.
Classic Book Club
Do you enjoy reading the classics? Join the Meriden Public Library Classic Book Club. All
are welcome.
Thursday, July 14
1:30 pm
Griffin Room B
Thursday, August 11
1:30 pm
Marion Cook Room
Death of the Heart
By
Elizabeth Bowen
Bleak House
By
Charles Dickens
Monday Night Card Duels
Monday, July 25 and
Monday, August 22
from 6 - 7:30 pm
in the Marion Cook Room.
Bring your own deck or learn how
to play from one of our members.
Minecraft
Friday, July 15
2:30 pm—4:30 pm
Griffin Room
All are welcome whether you’re
an otaku or just discovering
anime and manga. This program
is geared towards 13-18 year
olds. Food and drink are
provided.
Dog Blanket
Making Program
For Children
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
4:00—5:00 pm in the Griffin Room
Marlena from the Meriden Humane
Society will discuss her work with animals
and children will have the opportunity to
make blankets to give to the shelter.
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LEGO Club
Wednesday, July 20 and
August 17
4:00—5:00 pm
In the Griffin Room
Thursday, July 28 and August 25
from 4:00 to 5:00 pm in the Griffin Room.
Come play with others in person or virtually
on our LION Libraries server.
Open to ages 5-17. Contact
the Children’s Library for
more information.
Marvelous Mobiles
Craft activity for ages 7+
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
6:30—7:30 pm in Griffin Room A
Join artist Karen Rossi for a fun activity and
create a handing mobile to take home. Participants will use paint, beads, wire and more!
Registration required at the Children’s
Information Desk or by calling 203-630-6347.
The Children’s Library thanks NESIT for their
generous support.
Meriden Public Library News
Meriden Library Friends Win State Award
For 30 years the Friends of the Meriden Library have given to others with profits from their used
book store. But in June they were on the other side when the statewide group Friends of
Connecticut Libraries gave them an award.
“Meriden is so fortunate to have such a generous and hard-working group of people
dedicated to making the library better for our community,” said Karen Roesler, Meriden Library
director. The Meriden Friends received the group award for municipalities over 25,000, one of a
handful of awards presented.
The Friends came to the rescue last year when the library was involved in a remodeling,
which involved installing new carpeting, lights and a video display.
“We were improving our circulation desk and entrance and it just made the reference desk
look terrible,” Roesler said at the awards ceremony June 11 during the annual meeting of the
Friends of Connecticut Libraries, held at Middlesex Community College in Middletown.
“I just mentioned it [the reference desk] and they came forward with a check to pay for it.”
That check – $27,800 – allowed the library to order a custom-made reference desk about
18 feet long and 3 feet wide. The desk has room for two computer stations for librarians along with
lots of storage for daily newspapers and supplies.
The Friends operate their book store at the side of the library building for 33 hours a week.
Occasionally they will hold special sales, such as near holidays.
They typically fund children’s programming such as the July 11 scheduled visit by animals
from the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center and the Aug. 5 show by Sparky’s Puppets.
The Friends also buy passes for about 20 museums including the Mark Twain House in
Hartford, the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport and the KidCity Children’s Museum in Middletown.
Last year the Friends rented a bus to take library supporters to the State Capitol to a rally
in support of state funding for libraries. One of Meriden’s state legislators met with local supporters
and spoke at the rally. Although it is important to acknowledge the financial support that the Friends
provide to the library, the wonderful collaboration that exists between them and the library board
demonstrates the best of what a friends group does for the community, said the statewide Friends.
Photo Caption: Barbara Leonard, at left, president of the Friends of Connecticut
Libraries, congratulates members of the Friends of the Meriden Library after
giving the group award for municipalities over 25,000. The Meriden group is,
from left, David Skinnon, Director Karen Roesler, Joan Edgerly, and Frank
Ridley.
July/August 2016
Microsoft
Friends of the Library News
If you are purchasing anything from
Amazon,
order
through
Smile.Amazon.com so the Friends will
get a donation from each purchase.
It’s easy to sign up for Amazon Smile
and designate the Friends of the
Meriden Public Library as the charity
of your choice. Each time you
purchase an item through Amazon
Smile, the Amazon Smile Foundation
will donate 0.5% of the purchase price
to the Friends. It’s a great way to
donate to the Friends.
Next Meeting of the Friends will be on
Tuesday, July 19 at 6:30 pm in the
Marion Cook Room.
Friends Social (New Date)
When: Friday, August 26 at
5:30 pm
Where: Meriden Public Library
(enter in front door)
Hot dogs, hamburgs, beverages provided.
Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.
Members are free. Guests $5.00 each
RSVP to Friends Bookstore or Library
Director Karen Roesler 203-630-6352 or
[email protected]
Friends Spotlight—Janet Hiller
Janet Hiller has been volunteering on Thursday mornings in the Friends Bookstore for the
past 12 years, first in its location at the corner of West Main and Colony Streets, then at the
West Main St. site, and today in its current location at the Library. Having been a previous
customer of the Bookstore, she wanted to be with books and people who like books, plus “I
got to see all the new books that had just been published.”
Another bonus today is that she occasionally gets to see one of her former English students
from her days at Platt High School. She is devoted to the Friends’ mission to support the
Library financially as well as to provide good books at very reasonable prices so that anyone
can afford them. She expresses pride in being a part of a small volunteer group that
manages one of the largest Friends organizations in the state.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Team Wins Award
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Team, that is located at the Meriden Public
Library, won the United Way “Exceptional Program of the Year” award for 2016. The VITA
team prepared tax returns for over 1,100 people in our community and returned over $1.5
million dollars for them. The VITA team consists of volunteer tax preparers who commit many
hours weekly from January through April each year. The award was presented in May by
James Ieronimo, Executive Director of the United Way of Meriden and Wallingford.
The Meriden Public Library (MPL) site has been the largest VITA site in the Meriden region
for over 30 years. The library began its partnership with Human Resources Agency (HRA) of
New Britain during the 2013 Tax Season through a collaboration between the Library, the
United Way of Meriden and Wallingford and the Internal Revenue Service. The Library has
16 very dedicated veteran VITA Volunteers, most of whom have volunteered for close to or
over ten years! The MPL is a 100% volunteer run site led by Kenneth Beaudry with support
from local partners and HRA.
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 238-2344
FREE
FAMI
LY
FUN
Big Events
Tickets available on Monday, June 6
Monday
June 20
6:30pm
Travelin’ Shoes: Stories from Near and Far! •
Skies talk, turtles sing, and magic happens during this storytelling
concert. Great family show! All ages.
Riverside Reptiles • Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and
amphibians! Learn more about these amazing creatures and have a
chance to pet a lizard, stare into the eyes of a huge toad, and touch
a giant python! All ages.
Sciencetellers • Throw on your lab coat and buckle in — you are
about to experience the science of power and energy through story
and several exciting, hands-on experiments. K-5.
Turtle Dance Music • Turtle Dance Music presents a wonderful,
zany, and gentle program that is sure to have children moving and
grooving. All ages.
Friday
June 24
10:30am
Monday
June 27
6:30pm
Friday
July 1
10:30am
Monday
Friday
July 4
July 8
LIBRARY CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY
10:30am Mr. Gym Band • Get ready to rock! (And leap, bend, twist and
stomp!) Mr. Gym leads kids in an active and fun program. PreK-3.
Available on Monday, July 11
Available on Monday, June 27
Monday
July 11
6:30pm
Friday
July 15
10:30am
Monday
July 18
6:30pm
Friday
July 22
10:30am
Monday
July 25
6:30pm
Friday
July 29
10:30am
Monday
August 1
6:30pm
Friday
August 5
10:30am
Animals! Animals! • Meet a variety of live animals from the
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center and discover similarities and
differences between them. All ages.
Blue Moon Raptors • Come learn about several raptors and the
important role they have in our ecosystem. Meet several live birds that
have been rescued and rehabilitated. All ages.
Flea Circus • Prepare to be amazed! Prepare to be astounded!
And, well…prepare to laugh a lot! It’s an entire big top circus
In miniature, with incredible demonstrations by trained fleas! Ages 3+
Justin Mazz Magic • Witness amazing feats of magic and mystery!
Lots of audience participation and fun for the whole family! All ages.
(Program sponsored by the staff of Roger Sherman Elementary School.)
ZUMBA Kids! • Kid-friendly games and movement activities based
on original Zumba® choreography. Come dance along! Ages 4-11.
Space is limited.
The Greg and Axel Show • A totally unique entertainment
experience featuring magic, comedy, audience participation and one
hilarious dog. You will fall in love with Axel as he performs tricks with
Greg the Magician– and maybe causes a little bit of trouble! All ages.
Hoopin’ it Up! • Be amazed by cool hula hooping tricks and try these
special weighted hoops yourself! All ages. Space is limited.
Sparky’s Puppets • Cheer the race between the tortoise and
the hare. Watch Jack's speedy escape from the giant and see more
fast-paced adventures! Ages 3+.
All programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Meriden Public Library.
OTHER GREAT SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT THE LIBRARY!
Tomie dePaola Children’s Library
Meriden Public Library • 105 Miller Street • Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-6347 • [email protected]
Summer 2016 at the Meriden Public Library
Children’s Author
Visit
TUESDAYS
Thurs, June 23
6:30 pm
Cook Room
Author Christine Ieronimo was
inspired to write "A Thirst for Home"
after she found her newly adopted
daughter drinking from a puddle in
her family's driveway shortly after
moving to the United States from
Ethiopia. Christine is passionate
about the problems of unclean water
that exist there and also advocates
for girls education in Ethiopia.
Softcover copies of her book will
be available for sale.
Call for more information.
WEDNESDAYS
THURSDAYS
10:30 am
Terrific 2’s & 3’s w/ caregiver
11:15 am
3-4 years old
2:00 pm
Grades 3-4
6:30 pm
2-3 years old w/caregiver
10:30 am
2-3 years old w/ caregiver
2:00 pm
Grades K-2
6:30 pm
3-4 years old w/ caregiver
10:30am Babies and toddlers w/ caregiver
All first time participants must show proof of age.
Storytimes will begin the week of June 27.
Tuesdays from 3:00 - 4:30 pm
June 21 & 28, July 5, 19, & 26 and August 2 & 9
Griffin Room
When you step into The Lab, you become
an inventor, an engineer, and an artist!
Create a racing robot and a holographic hovercraft!
Learn how to use our 3D printer and make animations!
Some weeks you’ll work as part of a team, and some weeks
you’ll be an independent creator. Come explore technology,
science, engineering, math and art with us.
Participants will explore Squishy Circuits, Arduino,
simple electronics, 3D design and animation.
Registration required. Open to tweens ages 9-14.
Must be able to attend 6 of 7 weeks.
Summer
Crafternoons!
Thursday afternoons
June 23 to August 11
2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Drop-in to create fun and beautiful
art projects from a variety of
different supplies including paper,
cardboard, clay, and more. Each
week, instructions or ideas for a new
arts and crafts will be available.
BOREDOM BUSTERS
@ THE LIBRARY!
Wednesdays at 11:15 am
July 6, 13, 20 & 27
Tomie dePaola Children’s Library
July 1 - August 19
I Spy Display
Can you find all the hidden objects?
July 11 - July 22
Book Review Bonanza
Write a book review and share your
favorite book with other kids!
July 25- August 5
Picture This!
Draw a portrait of yourself reading!
La hora del cuento es un programa divertido para familias y niños.
Leyendo juntos los niños se preparan para ir a la
escuela y tener
éxito. Todos están invitados a celebrar cuentos y juegos divertidos en
español y en inglés. Habrá refrescos y bocadillos.
Receive a free book for
participating!
Story hour is a fun program for families and children. Reading together
helps prepare children for success in school. Everyone is invited to listen
to stories in English and Spanish and participate in games and crafts.
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Call for more information!
Thursdays 4:00 - 6:00 pm
June, July, and August
Tomie dePaola Children’s Room
Read to a REAL dog at the library. One-on-one sessions build
confidence. Children will sign up to read with a therapy dog
for approximately 15 minutes. Time blocks are limited and
registration is required. Open to children in grades K-4.
For more information, or to register, call the
Tomie dePaola Children’s Library at 203-630-6347.
Thursdays 2:00 - 3:00 pm
July 21 & 28 and August 4
Griffin Room
Take a break from the heat! Come
for the refreshing snack, stay for
the awesome games! We’ll provide
some board games but feel free
to bring any favorites along.
Open to children ages 8 and up.
Registration requested.
Meriden Public Library ● 105 Miller St. Meriden, CT 06450
Phone: (203) 630-6347 ● Website: http://www.meridenlibrary.org