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New Canaan Library News - May 26, 2023

Schools and Libraries

May 27, 2023

From: New Canaan Library

Closed Sunday, May 28th and Monday, May 29th for Memorial Day

Calendar of Events

Support The Annual Fund!

Gifts made by June 30th matched up to $100,000

Thanks to a generous pledge by the Library Trustees, Annual Fund gifts made by the close of our fiscal year on June 30th will be matched up to $100,000.

If you have enjoyed the new Library building and the exciting collections, programs and services we provide, please make a 100% tax deductible gift to the Annual Fund today. We have $200,000 left to go to meet this year’s $775,000 goal. Thank you New Canaan for your support! Donate Here>>

Featured Event

Art As A Lifeline: Photographer Torrance York on Parkinson’s, Creativity, and the Making of Semaphore

Tuesday, May 30th

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Photographer Torrance York shares how her latest body of work, Semaphore, acted as a lifeline after she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Copies of Semaphore, will be available for purchase through Elm Street Books. Register Here>>

Programs for Adults: May 29th to June 3rd

Mark Your Calendar

Registration opens for June exercise classes on 5/29th

Tai Chi is cancelled on 6/16th and 6/23rd

Sewing Project: Fabric Tool Belt

Thursday, June 1st

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Anderson MakerLab

Make this half-apron for the carpenter, artist or gardener in your life. Easy to construct and sturdy enough to withstand wear and tear. Design pockets to serve your individual tool needs. Participants must have been certified or already familiar with a sewing machine. For adults and teens ages 11+.

Register Here>>

Podcasting Workshop

Saturday, June 3rd

10:30am - 12:00pm

McLaughlin Meeting Room

Do you want to make a podcast but don't know how to get started? This class will show you how to record and edit a podcast. You'll learn what equipment is required and how to set it up as well as tips and techniques for recording. You'll also get an overview of the popular podcasting platforms and how they work. Recording and editing will be demonstrated using Apple's GarageBand software.  Register Here>>

Book Buzz with the Publishers

Thursday, June 1st

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Join us as representatives from the top five publishing houses: Penguin Random House, MacMillan, Harper Collins, Simon & Schuster, and Hachette showcase the upcoming hot, must-read books of summer, as well as a preview of fall's noteworthy reads. The evening begins with a wine and cheese reception, and a chance to meet the publishers.

Register Here>>

Uncovering Your Roots:

Navigating Ancestry: Library Edition and Family Search

Saturday, June 3rd

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Craig B. Tate Conference Room

Learn how to access and navigate both Ancestry: Library Edition and Family Search to find sources that you can use to uncover your family’s roots. If you have a laptop, please bring it with you. Laptops will be provided for those who do not have them. This is

a three-part series. Please register for each event. Register Here>>

Upcoming Programs: June 5th to June 9th

ESL for Beginners 

Monday, June 5th

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Craig B. Tate Conference Room

Develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Learn to speak and write English with basic grammatical sentences and short dialogues about personal information, daily life skills, and classroom directions and tasks.

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Personal Digital Archiving

Wednesday, June 7th

11:00am - 12:00pm

McLaughlin Meeting Room

You learn the best practices for long-term archiving of your digital content, including the best storage systems, file formats, naming conventions and conversion strategies. Register Here>>

Parents of Children with Special Needs: Meetup and Listening Session

Wednesday, June 7th

10:00am - 11:00am

Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium

Parents and caregivers of children with special needs, come together to share resources, reflect on the school year, and enjoy tea and coffee on us!

Register Here>>

Book Chat

Thursday, June 8th

11:00am - 12:00pm

Gallery

Join the Library’s monthly Book Chat in the Gallery. This informal discussion is perfect for reading aficionados and book group members who are always on the hunt for interesting, compelling reads. Register Here>>

3D Printing Basics

Thursday, June 8th

4:00pm - 4:45pm

Anderson MakerLab

This training session taught by a teen volunteer covers how to use the the Lulzbot Mini 3D Printer. We cover how to change filament, find objects to 3D print, set up your print job and troubleshoot the printer. During the class, each participant can choose a small object to print. Our print will run several hours, you can pick up your print next time you are at the library! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Register Here>>

The United States and the United Nations: What’s at Stake and Why it Matters

Thursday, June 8th

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium

We are pleased to partner with the UN Committee of New Canaan to welcome Gillian Sorensen, former United Nations assistant secretary-general for external relations as the guest speaker for the 12th Annual Anita Houston Memorial Lecture.  Learn about the relationship between the U.S. and the U.N. what is at stake.  Register Here>>

Ongoing Weekly Programs

Gentle Yoga (Registration Required)

Mondays, 10am

Bring your own mat

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Open MakerLab

June 7th - Cancelled

Wednesdays, 4pm-6pm

Drop by and check it out

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Open Tech (No registration Required)

Tuesdays, 2pm-4pm

Come in for one-on-one support More>>

Tai Chi (Registration Required)

No Class 6/16 and 6/23

Fridays, 10am

All levels are welcome

More>>

Family Programs

Story Starters for Grades K-2

Thursday, June 1st

4:15 pm

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.

Register Here>>