Event Tag: Adults

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There are 80,000 native Irish speakers in Ireland, of whom 6,000 live in the North of Ireland. When fate brings Belfast schoolteacher JJ into the orbit of self-confessed ‘low life scum’ Naoise and Liam Og, the needle drops on a unique hip hop act. Rapping in their native Irish language, Kneecap become the unlikely figureheads of a civil rights movement to save their mother tongue. But the trio must first overcome police, paramilitaries and politicians trying to silence their defiant sound — whilst their anarchic approach to life often makes them their own worst enemies. In this imaginative sex, drugs and hip-hop biopic the actual members of the hip hop trio Kneecap play themselves, laying down a global rallying cry for the defense of native cultures. Content warning for drug use, strong language and sexual content.

(2024) 102 minutes, R. Comedy, Drama, Music, Biography. Showing at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 9th in the Library’s Meeting Room. Shown with captions.

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The estuary of Long Island Sound is teaming with life. But areas of the Sound are choking on excess nitrogen that comes, in part, from coastal and watershed residential landscaping practices. Be a part of the solution: come learn about the Sound, and Sound Gardening. This program explores the benefits of transitioning our gardens, and yards, into sustainable landscapes that collectively can make a significant environmental difference.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.

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Crochet Club for Adults. Every Wednesday at 4:00 pm in the Historical Room. All are welcome! Beginners, experts & everyone in between!

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Rita O’Grady (played by Sally Hawkins) works for the Ford Motor Co. plant in Dagenham, England. Despite performing the specialized task of sewing upholstery for car seats, women are classified as unskilled labor and are paid significantly less than men in the plant. Encouraged by a sympathetic union representative, Rita agrees to bring the women’s grievances to Ford. The meeting goes badly and, outraged by the company’s lack of respect for them, Rita leads her colleagues to strike.

(2010) 113 minutes, R. Comedy, Drama, Biography. Showing at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 16th in the Library’s Meeting Room. Shown with captions.

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Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Learn the fundamentals of ukulele playing with Julie Stepanek. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided or bring your own.

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Dejected by his efforts to raise money to build a cathedral, Bishop Henry Brougham beseeches heaven for guidance, and is visited immediately by Dudley, who claims to be an angel. Henry is skeptical, then annoyed when Dudley ingratiates himself into the household as his assistant — and worse, wins the attentions of Henry’s long-suffering and kindly wife. When Dudley continues to intervene in Henry’s struggles, the bishop decides to challenge heaven.

(1947) 109 minutes, R. Holiday, Drama. Showing at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 23rd in the Library’s Meeting Room. Shown with captions.

drawing of bee with books

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Join us for a fun and informal conversation about new books at the Library, taking place the first Tuesday of every month from 11am to noon. Librarians will give you the inside scoop about which books are flying off the shelves as well as hot new titles scheduled for release. Group members can share what they are reading and get tips on what to read next.

This program will be held in a hybrid format; in person at the Library, and virtually on Zoom. Please register if you would like to attend the program virtually and a Zoom link will be emailed to you.

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Christine Falcone writes the Melanie Bass Mystery series. Her short stories have appeared in Imagine, Lancrom Review, and Deadfall: Crime stories by New England Writers. Prior to her retirement she worked for nearly forty years as an RN in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. She lives on the Connecticut Shoreline with her family and her dog Toby who is not nearly as well behaved as Bruno, the beloved canine in her mystery series.

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The Victorian Novel Book club will discuss “Frankenstein,” by Mary Shelley on Thursday, January 9th, 2025 at 4pm in the Historical Room.

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Discover Italian with a course designed for beginners! This 8 week hybrid series will take place in-person at the library and online via Zoom. This series combines essential grammar, practical language skills, and a taste of Italian culture. Through a mix of listening, reading, and writing activities, students will gain confidence in speaking Italian. With personalized handouts, interactive presentations, and a variety of resources—including videos, music, and games—learning is both effective and fun.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.

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Join Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone for a monthly talk about how to care for your financial future in a virtual forum designed just for women. This monthly discussion group, which is a collaboration between several libraries, offers an opportunity to learn more in a comfortable setting with other women. Participants’ questions are encouraged.