October-November Library Events: Storytime, Films & More!
Parking Lot Paving
Preschool Storytime, Lapsit Storytime, and Toddler Storytime are canceled the week of October 20 due to the paving schedule. If you plan to visit the Library when the parking lot is closed, please park at Town Hall.
American Mah Jongg for Beginners
Fridays, October 17, and 24 at 10:30 a.m.
Curious about American Mah Jongg?
Join us for a 4-week beginner-friendly course with instructors Jodi Viezel and Dara Brosler. You’ll learn everything you need to start playing this fun and social game!
- Friday, October 17, 10:30-12:30: Let’s Play
- Friday, October 24, 10:30-12:30: Practice Games with Guidance
Registration is required. Attendance at all sessions is encouraged, as each lesson builds on the last. All materials will be provided. Students may borrow the official Mah Jongg card during lessons if they do not have their own. Come learn, play, and have fun with fellow beginners!
Registration for this program is full.
Haunted House Making
Thursday, October 23, 4 p.m.
Make an edible haunted house with graham crackers, frosting, and candy! Registration is required, this event is open to children and tweens in PreK-6th grade.
Registration for this program is full. Click here to be added to the Waitlist.
Teen Pumpkin Decorating
Saturday, October 25, 3 p.m.
For teens grades 7-12.
Join us for an afternoon of pumpkin decorating! We'll provide small pumpkins, decorating supplies, and hot cocoa.
Registration is required. Click here to register.
Oscar Film: No Other Land
Monday October 27, 6 p.m.
Wednesday, October 29, 1 p.m.
Documentary Feature Winner
This film made by a Palestinian-Israeli collective shows the destruction of the occupied West Bank's Masafer Yatta by Israeli soldiers and the alliance which develops between the Palestinian activist Basel and Israeli journalist Yuval. 1 hr. 40 min.
Registration is required for this program. There are two screenings, please register for the screening you wish to attend. Click here to register.
Crochet Club
Saturday, November 1, 10 a.m
All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies.
The Hooked on the Sound (HOTS) Crochet Guild is a non-profit group of enthusiastic crocheters in New Haven county. HOTS meets monthly to share stitch successes, assist with pattern problems, education, and generally having a great time crocheting! Bring any crochet project you are working on or one you may need help with.
No registration is necessary.
Concert: Spanish Guitar with Dan Garcia
Saturday, November 1, 2 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of Spanish guitar with Dan Garcia! Dan’s program features compositions from the Americas and Spain, as he soulfully presents works by Villa-Lobos, Agustín Barrios, Jose Luis Merlín, Antonio Ruiz-Pipó, Albéniz, Tárrega, and Brower, and more.
Steeped in tradition and the sounds of old Segovia records, Dan Garcia’s love of Spanish guitar began right at home in his birthplace of Madrid, Spain. From the romantic compositions of Francisco Tárrega to the memorable melodies of Agustín Barrios, Dan’s program of Spanish and South American songs is an authentic offering of personal heritage.
Dan holds a Master’s Degree from the College Conservatory of Music-University of Cincinnati. His studies included master classes with guitar virtuosi Ernesto Bitetti, Oscar Gihglia, Jason Vieaux and Alvaro Pierri.
Registration is required for this event. Please click here to register.
The Life of a Showgirl Listening Party
Monday, November 3, 6 p.m
Add a sparkly TLOAS decal to your own tee or tote*, make friendship bracelets and buttons, vote in album and song brackets, enjoy themed mocktails and sourdough at our The Life of a Showgirl listening party!
*Please bring your own tee or tote to participate in the decal craft. All other supplies will be provided.
This event is open to all ages but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. We will not be playing the "E" versions of songs.
Registration is required. Please click here to register.
Ozobots on Parade
Tuesday, November 4, 4 p.m
Learn how to code an Ozobot and put the robot through a test of mazes and races! We will be featuring the book Balloons Over Broadway and acting out our own Thanksgiving parade. This program is open to anyone in 3rd-6th grade. Registration is required. Please click here to register.
Quilting Club
Wednesday, November 5, 12 p.m.
Join local quilters for an afternoon of socialization and crafting. Please bring your own supplies. No registration is necessary.
Teen Volunteer Club
Thursday, November 6, 6 p.m
For high school students entering grades 9-12.
Earn community service hours at our high school volunteer club. Volunteers can work on special projects or train to become a volunteer shelf reader. Registration is recommended but drop-ins are welcome if space permits.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Join us for the Friends of the Library's spring book sale. There are books for all ages, DVDs, music, and specialty displays, The “One-of-a-Kind-Finds” table, back by popular demand, will be stocked with a variety of topics.
Cash or check only. We are unable to accept credit cards. Please bring your own bags.
Adult Book Boxes
Sign-up for a curated book box or bag! Click here to register to learn how the process works. Pick-up will begin the week of October 20.
Teen Book Boxes
Sign-up for a curated book box or bag! Click here to register to learn how the process works. Pick-up will begin the week of October 20.
Book Groups
Mystery Book Discussion
Thursday, November 13, 2 p.m.
Join Mystery Discussion leader Donna DiMassa for a discussion of The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.
Registration is required. Click here to register.
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Events are free and open to the public, except as noted. Registration is required for all events.
To register for events, go to https://casememorial.librarycalendar.com/event/
Phone: 203-891-2170
