Literary Luncheon 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Pulitzer Prize-winning author GERALDINE BROOKS, author of Horse, will be our featured speaker at the 2023 Literary Lunch. Based on the remarkable true story of the record-breaking thoroughbred Lexington, Horse is a novel of art and science, love and obsession, and our unfinished reckoning with racism. Geraldine Brooks is the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel March and the international bestsellers People of the Book, Year of Wonders, The Secret Chord, and Caleb’s Crossing,

Save the Date: Our 16th Annual Literary Luncheon will be held at the Country Club of New Canaan on Thursday, November 9th at 11am-2pm. Details for purchasing Benefactor Tables will be shared soon.

Featured Event

Glass House Presents: Max Strang
Thursday, September 14th
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Architect Max Strang and Glass House chief curator Hilary Lewis discuss Strang’s work and the influence of the Sarasota School of Architecture on his career. The talk will also highlight his multi-faceted initiative that aims to preserve, update and honor the contributions of the pioneering Florida architect Gene Leedy (1928-2018).

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Calendar of Events

Programs for September 5th - September 15th

Tech Tuesdays: Start Using Our Digital Library
Tuesday, September 5th
1:00pm - 2:00pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room

Get comfortable using our digital library with this workshop. Librarian James Ludy will walk you through downloading and using Libby and Hoopla, two of our most popular apps that put books, audiobooks, movies, magazines and more at your fingertips.

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Adult Coloring & Conversation
Tuesday, September 5th
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson MakerLab

Coloring is not just for kids. Anyone of any age can enjoy the therapeutic benefits of coloring, such as a reduction in stress and anxiety.  

While we color, we will chat with each other about books we are reading, hobbies, movies/tv shows, and anything else on your mind.

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Introduction to Microsoft Word
Thursday, September 7th
11:00am - 12:00pm
McLaughlin Meeting Room

You learn how to use Microsoft Word to create, edit, and format a document. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, or one will be provided for you.

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Chair Dance: Therapeutic Movement with Claudia Devita
Thursday, September 7th
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Boost your energy and spirits with this therapeutic movement class, designed for those in wheelchairs, walkers, or those with other mobility challenges.

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Expert Search Tips and Tricks
Wednesday, September 8th
11:00am - 12:00 pm
Lydee Hummel Study Room

Learn search techniques that will help you access our collection of thousands of books, ebooks, audiobooks, movies and more. We’ll also show you how to use our subscription databases of newspaper articles, product reviews, genealogy resources and medical information.

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Chef Julia Deane: Late Summer One Pot Dinner Demo
Monday, September 11th
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kend Family Kitchen

We are excited to launch our first adult culinary program in our new, professional teaching kitchen! Join us in the Kend Family Kitchen where New Canaan’s own, Julia Deane of Culinary Works, demonstrates how to prepare a Late Summer One Pot dinner.

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Next Chapter Book Discussion
Tuesday, September 12th
4:30pm-5:30pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room

A social, community-based book club for older teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who enjoy reading or listening to stories. At every meeting, each member is given a turn to read regardless of their reading level. This club is about supportive friendships and having fun.

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Fall Prevention and Safety for Older Adults
Tuesday, September 12th
6:00pm - 6:45pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room

Norwalk Hospital’s Trauma Center discusses fall prevention and safety for the older adult population (65+). We will walk through community-based statistics, and factors that increase fall risks. Then we will focus in on easy prevention methods that can be implemented in your home life.

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Women and Money Roundtable: How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets
Wednesday, September 13th
1:00pm - 2:00pm
ZOOM WEBINAR

Join Financial Advisors Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for an easy-to-follow discussion on how to make sense of today’s financial markets. They cover the latest market news and how that might affect your financial decisions.

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Women in Art Lecture Series: Ninth Street Artists at Carriage Barn
Wednesday, September 13th
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Carriage Barn Arts Center

Professor Page Knox presents a lecture about the Ninth Street Women Artists who were active in New York from 1928-59. These women were a group of abstract expressionist painters, coined after the “Ninth Street Show” of 1951.

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Sewing Project: "Victorian Crazy Quilting"
Thursday, September 14th
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anderson MakerLab

In stunning jewel tones, crazy-quilting is a craft of historic appeal. We are updating the method by using machine-embroidery as the piecing is done. All materials and equipment provided. Participants must have been certified or already familiar with a sewing machine. For adults and teens ages 11+.

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Intro to AI: ChatGPT Basics
Friday, September 15th
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craig B. Tate Conference Room

In this beginner-friendly class, we’ll demystify ChatGPT by looking at what it is, how it operates, and some of the issues surrounding AI. We’ll also be testing out ChatGPT and have it answer questions, create poetry, write us a letter, and more. This is the first of three classes that will demonstrate Open AI's ChatGPT, Google’s Bard and Microsoft’s Bing.

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ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS

Gentle Yoga
Mondays, 10am

Bring your own mat.

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Open MakerLab
Wednesdays, 4pm-6pm

Drop by and check it out

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Open Tech
Tuesdays, 2pm-4pm

Come in for one-on-one support

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Tai Chi
Fridays, 10am

All levels are welcome.

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SUMMER READING 2023

Thank you for participating in our 2023 Summer Reading Challenge! Prize and button pickup will run until September 5th.

SUMMER READING SURVEY

Programs for Children, Teens and Families
    
Fall Storytimes

Registration opened September 1st at 8AM.

STORYTIME SCHEDULE

Parent Meetup: Preparing Your Child for a Successful Back-to-School Transition
Tuesday, September 5th
10:30am
Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Winding down from extended breaks can feel challenging due to the drastic change in schedule and routines. Join Justyna Balzar, M.Ed. BCBA LBA (CT), Co-Founder and CEO of The Hangout Spot LLC, to learn a variety of strategies to help your child ease back into a successful school transition while building healthy new routines to ease the stress of the daily normal.

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Dungeons & Dragons for Ages 12 to 18: Witchlight Carnival Group 1
Wednesday, September 6th
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room

This session is intended for players who participated in the spring session and will be picking up where we left off. However, if you are a new player and these dates work better for you, you are welcome to join. Please pre-register for all Witchlight Campaign 1 sessions.

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Find info on group 2 here.

Story Starters for Grades K-2
Thursday, September 7th
4:15pm
Arlene H. Grushkin Children's Program Room

Are you a budding writer in Grades K to 2? Join Miss Rebecca for a storytelling–and story writing–extravaganza! We’ll play games to get imaginations flowing, then put ideas to paper in creative ways.

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