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January 18, 2008
This Week at the Library 01/17/08 to 01/24/08
COMING NEXT WEEK:
Books (publication date January 29)
“The Appeal” by John Grisham
“The Purrfect Murder” by Rita Mae Brown
“The Reserve” by Russell Banks
“The Seduction of the Crimson Rose” by Lauren Willig
“Sizzle and Burn” by Jayne Ann Krentz
DVDs (release date January 29)
Canvas
The Invasion
King of California
King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
The Nines
Rocket Science
Art Exhibit:
Photographer June Steffensen Hagen will exhibit “The Astoria Elevated Line” in the Main Reading Room at Darien Library through February 15. Hagen, when discussing this collection of photographs, explains that she simplified her subject matter down to a single segment of the vast New York City subway system: the elevated trains that run from Manhattan through Queensboro Plaza to Astoria, Queens (where she resides). She states that her rules are to 1) simplify; 2) pay attention; and 3) celebrate. “By paying photographic attention to riders and workers, stark structures, and nuanced views, I intend to celebrate a mundane, yet often beautiful part of urban life,” Hagen said, adding, “The question remains, of course, do you see what I see?”
Hagen, a retired English professor, is a member of The Catskill Art Society, The International Center of Photography, and The Manhattan Miniature Camera Club. She has been exhibiting her work since the mid-1990s and her photographs have been on display at Cornell-Weill Medical Library, the Manhattan Borough President’s Office, and the Empire State Building Lobby Gallery, as well as other prominent locations.
CHILDREN’S ROOM:
Online Workshop:
The Darien Library is offering “Parent Advantage: Online Workshop,” a technology class for parents of elementary and middle school students.
Parents will learn about online Library resources that help with schoolwork. Presentations include online test prep software, databases, and instruction using the Library catalog. Sessions occur on Wednesday, January 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon or Thursday, February 7 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register for one date.
Registration for this class is open to all Darien residents and to those who work full-time in Darien or who contribute to the Annual Campaign at the $300 level. Register by calling the Children’s Room at 655-1234 x117 or in person at the Children’s Room. Space is limited.
Children, teens, and adult programs are funded by contributions to the Annual Campaign for the Darien Library. Contact the Children’s Room at 655-1234 x117, or visit the Library’s website at www.darienlibrary.org for more information.
Technology Classes:
This winter, the Darien Library is offering technology classes for children in grades 3 through 5. Those who wish to participate are asked to register by calling the Children’s Room, 655-1234 x117, or in person. Registration is open to all Darien residents and to those who work full-time in Darien or who contribute to the Annual Campaign at the $300 level.
Library Detectives
Grades 3 and 4
• Thursday, February 7 from 4 to 5 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 13 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Learn about the Library’s online catalog with instruction on finding children’s books. The class meets in the Children’s Room. Register for one of the dates.
Online Adventures
Grades 4 and 5
• Tuesday, February 5 from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m.
Learn techniques to navigate some of the Library’s most interesting databases to aid in school assignments, and then use those skills in a technological scavenger hunt. This class meets in the Darien Technology Foundation Center at the Darien Library.
All Library children’s programs are funded by contributions to the Annual Campaign for the Darien Library. Contact the Children’s Room at 655-1234 x117, or visit the Library’s website at www.darienlibrary.org for more information.
2008 Storytimes:
The Darien Library welcomes children ages 3 to 5 to join us for two drop-in Storytimes this winter.
“Sleepytime Stories” will occur on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7 p.m., from January 29th to April 1st. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities all while wearing your pajamas!
“Friday Stories” will occur on Fridays from 1:15 to 1:45 p.m., from February 1st to April 4th. Preschoolers can grow in self-esteem and independence by engaging in stories, act-outs, and songs.
Registration is not necessary. Caregivers and parents are to remain in the building. Storytimes will be suspended during Darien Schools’ February vacation (February 18th to 22nd) and Good Friday (March 21st).
Children, teens, and adult programs are funded by contributions to the Annual Campaign for the Darien Library. Contact the Children’s Room at 655-1234 x117, or visit the Library’s website at www.darienlibrary.org for more information.
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 Cathy at January 18, 2008 03:17 PM