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February 28, 2006
It's still cold enough for a coat...or cloak
...and dagger! Professor Jordon Pecile returns to the Library in March for the Book Discussion Series. This Spring, we present THE MURDER BOOK.
We begin this pleasurable adventure into the world of the whodunit in March, and we're off to a great start with a wildly popular book that was a favorite with readers and critics alike. The discussion book for Sunday, March 19th is The Lincoln Lawyer by best-selling author Michael Connelly.
Janet Maslin of the New York Times said, "Mr. Connelly hurtles into the realm of the legal thriller with excitingly renewed energy and a full bag of tricks."
USA Today's Carol Memmott weighed in with, "The Lincoln Lawyer is Connelly's first legal thriller and is one of the best novels he has written, if not the best."
If you need more convincing, click here to read more reviews.
Come and join us for some dead-on discussions Sundays at 2:30 p.m. from March 19th through May 7th.
Posted by BarbaraT at 11:11 AM
February 25, 2006
Meet the Family
Our Friday Film Series continues on March 3rd with The Family Stone. This film's got a great cast and is loaded with lots of interesting storylines. It throws you head-first into the midst of crazy family life and just barrels along from there. I really like this movie. It's funny. It's touching. It's a little bit nuts. It's thoughtful. It's sad. And, did I say funny?
Come and join us on Friday and meet the Family Stone!
Showtime is at 8 pm.
Doors open at 7:30.
Admission is free!
This movie is rated PG-13.
Posted by BarbaraT at 10:33 PM
February 24, 2006
Friday Film on Saturday!
We had a packed house tonight for Walk the Line, our Friday Film feature for this week. Unfortunately, we had to close the doors by 7:45, and turn people away. We don't like to disappoint our good and loyal audience, so the good news is, whether you were turned away, or just plain couldn't make it tonight, we will have an encore performance tomorrow (Saturday) night at 8:00!
Y'all come back now! (My Kentucky roots are showing!)
Doors open at 7:30.
Admission is free!
Posted by BarbaraT at 09:15 PM
What do YOU want to see on April 7th?
Dear Friday Film Audience,
We have received notification that the film, The New World, which we had reserved to show on April 7th will not be available because its release date has been changed.
Of course, this is disappointing; however, we've decided to give you, our audience the final word on what you would like to see that evening!
Here are the choices:
Click on the picture above to link to the Studio websites where you can read about the films, and even view Trailers and clips!
Once you've made your selection, click on the comments link below and type in the title of the movie you'd like to see that night!
Deadline for voting is Friday, March 17th.
See you at the movies!
Posted by BarbaraT at 01:17 PM | Comments (28)
THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY 03/02/06 to 03/09/06
Friday Films: March 3, 8 p.m., The Family Stone staring Claire Danes, Diane Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Dermot Mulroney, Craig T. Nelson, Sarah Jessica Parker, Luke Wilson. The comedy revolves around the annual holiday gathering of a bohemian family that's thrown into turmoil when the fair-haired son introduces his fiancée, a high strung New York businesswoman whom the family hates. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Medicare Workshop: Need help navigating the new Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder? Register now for one of two workshops being held in March, Wednesday, March 8, 10 to 12 p.m. or Wednesday, March 30, 10 to 12 p.m. The deadline for joining a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan offering coverage for 2006 is May 15th. To guide you through the enrollment process and to help you navigate the new Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder, the Library is offering a special hands-on workshop. Instructor: Michael Wong, information services, Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging. Seating is limited, so register early. For more information and registration, contact Judy Sgammato at 655-1234 x136 or at sgammato@darienlibrary.org.
Art Exhibition: Artist/illustrator Lori Lohstoeter exhibits in the Main Reading Room at the Library until March 27.
Display Case: The Library’s front case features the artwork of Lori Lohstoeter, a local artist whose illustrations are also on display in our Main Reading Room. Her bright and bold creatures, with their playful expressions, have filled the pages of more than a dozen children’s books. One of the most recent, Beatrice’s Goat, was featured on Oprah Winfrey’s show and chosen as one of the best children’s books of the year by The New York Times. The display places pages from the finished books alongside her colorful palettes for a brilliant look at the talent of Lori Lohstoeter.
Website Spotlight: Don't miss the Library's Technology Education sessions on the new Medicare Drug Prescription Plan. Visit www.darienlibrary.org/programs/medicare.php for more information. Pre-registration is required, so please sign up today!
CHILDREN’S ROOM
Sleepytime Storytime: Tuesday, 6:30 – 7 p.m. for children 3- to 5-years old. Wear your pajamas. No registration required.
Teen Advisory Board: Thursday, March 2, 6 – 7:30 p.m. The Teen Advisory Board, a program for Middle and High School students, plans Library events for teens, suggests ideas for teen programs, recommends teen materials for Library purchase, and assists as volunteers for Library events for children. Topic this month: Pick up some advance reader copies of new teen titles. Register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234, x117.
Web Site Spotlight: Find out about upcoming programs and events at darienlibrary.org/children/News/index.php.
HOURS:
Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
World Wide Web: darienlibrary.org
Posted by at 11:21 AM
February 17, 2006
Next up!
On Friday, February 24th, we will be showing Walk the Line as part of our Friday Film Series here at the Library. This is such an entertaining film! It's not just a great story with (obviously) great music, it's a powerful love story too. It focuses on the early years in the life and career of music legend Johnny Cash. A film that works to honor this story, it delivers much more than a "greatest hits" tribute. Come see the Oscar-nominated performances of Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. You won't be disappointed.
This film is rated PG-13.
Showtime is at 8:00 p.m.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Admission is free!
Posted by BarbaraT at 08:00 PM
February 16, 2006
This Week at the Library 02/23/06 to 03/02/06
Friday Films: February 24, 8 p.m., Walk the Line staring Joaquin Phoenix, Reese Witherspoon. The early years in the life and career of music legend Johnny Cash, whose work transcended musical boundaries to reach out to everyone. A testament to making art and music and being young, the film explores the world he came from and his experiences beginning a career during the birth of rock and roll. It also is a love story detailing Cash’s burgeoning relationship with June Carter. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Art Exhibition: Artist/illustrator Lori Lohstoeter exhibits in the Main Reading Room at the Library until March 27.
Website Spotlight: Confused about the new Medicare Prescription Drug Plan? The Library is offering workshops to help you use the online Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder. Visit darienlibrary.org/programs/medicare.php for details.
CHILDREN’S ROOM
Nutmeg Book Group: Kensuke’s Kingdom by Michael Morpurgo is the subject of the first Nutmeg Book Group on Thursday, February 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Light dinner will be provided. This book discussion series is for children in grades 4 to 6. Register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234, x117. Upcoming Nutmeg Book Groups will meet on March 22 and April 26.
Lori Lohstoeter, children’s book illustrator, will be at the Library on Friday, February 24 at 4:15 p.m. to discuss the art of picturebook illustration. This program is for children ages 7 and up.. Free tickets will be distributed 15 minutes prior to her presentation.
Sleepytime Storytime: Tuesday, 6:30 – 7 p.m. for children 3- to 5-years old. Wear your pajamas. No registration required.
Teen Advisory Board: Thursday, March 2, 6 – 7:30 p.m. The Teen Advisory Board, a program for Middle and High School students, plans Library events for teens, suggests ideas for teen programs, recommends teen materials for Library purchase, and assists as volunteers for Library events for children. Topic this month: Pick up some advance reader copies of new teen titles. Register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234, x117.
Web Site Spotlight: Sign up for the March 2nd teen meeting, a book review party. More info at darienlibrary.org/teens/winter2006.php.
HOURS:
Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
World Wide Web: darienlibrary.org
Posted by at 03:37 PM
February 14, 2006
Spring is just around the corner...
...or maybe it just feels that way here at the Library. After you enter our doors and encounter our welcoming and friendly circulation staff, prepare yourself, because just around the corner, an enthusiastic burst of vibrant color and warming trends await. The new art exhibit went up this morning and it's oh-so-lush, and it's oh-so-fun! Renowned artist/illustrator Lori Lohstoeter's exciting exhibit will be here until March 27th. You won't want to miss it! It practically hums with the anticipation of warmer days ahead, and vacations and memories past. The animals, children, and families in her drawings depict such peace and tenderness. Her birds are so graceful, regal, and playful, and her insects are (call me crazy) almost cuddly. It's easy to see why her work as a children's book illustrator has earned her such acclaim!
Posted by BarbaraT at 03:55 PM
February 13, 2006
Coming Friday
Our Friday Film Series continues this Friday, February 17th with Proof starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Anthony Hopkins, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Hope Davis.
This film is rated PG-13.
Showtime is at 8:00 p.m.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Admission is free.
Posted by BarbaraT at 07:52 AM
February 09, 2006
THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY 02/16/06 to 02/23/06
Friday Films: February 17, 8 p.m., Proof, staring Gwyneth Paltrow, Anthony Hopkins and Hope Davis. Catherine is a devoted daughter who must come to grips with the death of her father who was a brilliant math professor who had lost his grip on reality. She is helped through this process by one her father’s former students who helps her search through her father’s notebooks in hope of discovering some of his brilliant ideas. This haunting tale demonstrates the fragility of life and love. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Art Exhibition: Artist/illustrator Lori Lohstoeter exhibits in the Main Reading Room at the Library until March 27.
Website Spotlight: The 39th Annual Darien Antiques Show is this weekend. Visit darienantiqueshow.org for details.
CHILDREN’S ROOM
Nutmeg Book Group: Kensuke’s Kingdom by Michael Morpurgo is the subject of the first Nutmeg Book Group on Thursday, February 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Light dinner will be provided. This book discussion series is for children in grades 4 to 6. Register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234, x117. Upcoming Nutmeg Book Groups will meet on March 22 and April 26.
Lori Lohstoeter, children’s book illustrator, will be at the Library on Friday, February 24 at 4:15 p.m. to discuss the art of picturebook illustration. This program is for children ages 7 and up.. Free tickets will be distributed 15 minutes prior to her presentation.
Sleepytime Storytime: Tuesday, 6:30 – 7 p.m. for children 3- to 5-years old. Wear your pajamas. No registration required.
Web Site Spotlight: Find out more about the February Nutmeg Book Group at darienlibrary.org/children/Programs/nutmegbkgroup.php
HOURS:
Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Monday, February 20, PRESIDENTS’ DAY, CLOSED
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
World Wide Web: darienlibrary.org
Posted by at 12:07 PM
February 07, 2006
Opening Night!
We begin our Friday Film Series for 2006 this Friday, February 10th at 8:00. Our feature is In Her Shoes, starring Cameron Diaz, Toni Collette, and Shirley MacLaine.
This film has some really terrific performances, some great laughs, and some memorable moments. Regrets, best interests, big mistakes, good intentions, bad decisions, best efforts, and love and loyalty...the psychological family baggage is packed. Join us on Friday night for the ride!
Remember. Showtime is at 8:00
Doors open at 7:30
Admission is free!
Posted by BarbaraT at 01:35 PM
February 02, 2006
THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY 02/09/06 to 02/16/06
Friday Films: In Her Shoes, Friday, February 10, 8 p.m., a movie based on the popular best-selling book by Jennifer Weiner. Two motherless sisters with a history of conflict break off relations when the more carefree and irresponsible one sleeps with her sibling's boyfriend, but they eventually reconcile with the help of a grandmother they never knew they had. An event movie for every woman who's ever had or been a mother, sister, daughter, grandmother, or friend. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Art Exhibition: Artist/illustrator Lori Lohstoeter will exhibit her work, in the Main Reading Room at the Library, from February 14 until March 27.
Website Spotlight: The Darien Library's Friday Film series starts this Friday at 8 p.m. with the movie "In Her Shoes." Find out more about our Friday Film series by visiting darienlibrary.org/programs/fridayfilms.php.
Display Case: If you were born in any year from 1946 through the early 1960s, you’re a baby boomer. Your generation came of age with the Viet Nam war, JFK, Woodstock, the space program, and a musical soundtrack that had grown-ups covering their ears. As the oldest of the baby boomers turns 60 this month, the Library’s display case features artifacts and images that will bring back memories: books, 45 RPM records, peace pins, even real tickets from the Woodstock festival! Whether you’re a baby boomer or just curious, stop by our display case this month for a journey back in time.
CHILDREN’S ROOM
Invisible Web: Thursday, February 9, 6 – 7:30 p.m. students in grades 6 to 8 are invited to learn tricks of using the Darien Library’s vast collection of ‘invisible web’ resources and discover information solutions you never knew existed for your research projects. Register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234, x117.
BookMANIA! For ages 7 to 9, Friday, February 10, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. Share a story – fantasy, historical fiction, humor, or folk tale, and then enjoy activities, crafts, and games reflecting the theme of the book. Snacks provided. Registration is not required.
Online Adventures: On Wednesday, February 15, 6 to 7:30 p.m., students in grades 4 and 5 are invited to learn techniques to navigate some of the Library’s most interesting databases to aid in school assignments, and then use those skills in a scavenger hunt. This class meets in the Darien Technology Center at the Darien Library. Register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234, x117.
Excel – Tips & Tricks: On Thursday, February 16, from 6 – 8 p.m., High School students (and Middle School students with knowledge of Excel) are invited to learn some inside information to make Excel work even harder, so you don’t have to. Register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234, x117.
Sleepytime Storytime: Tuesday, 6:30 – 7 p.m. for children 3- to 5-years old. Wear your pajamas. No registration required.
Web Site Spotlight: See the 2007 Teen Nutmeg Nominees at darienlibrary.org/children/Goodreads/Awards/78nutmeg2007.php
HOURS:
Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
World Wide Web: darienlibrary.org
Posted by at 11:19 AM