February 2010 ~ Calendar of Events
Closed for Presidents’ Day on Monday, 2/15 & Closed Tuesday, 2/16, 1-5pm
A d u l t P r o g r a m s
Mon., 2/1, 7:30pm – Vt. Astronomical Society - Our Favorite Objects in the Night Sky. Several V.A.S. Members will discuss why they like a particular object and provide some technical information about them. All levels welcome.
Wed., 2/3, 5pm – Met Opera HD Georges Bizet’s Carmen. School bus leaves parking lot ca. 5:15pm. Sponsored by Friends of Brownell. $27.50 secures a ticket, bus ride, a lively intro. by opera expert Toni Hill and homemade chocolate truffles. Brownell_library@yahoo.com or call 878-6955 to secure a place on the bus. Cash/check before Feb. 3rd. Shocking to bourgeois values of the time, the plot revolves around a passionate affair between a wanton gypsy and a weak soldier. Carmen is arguably the world's best known opera heroine; don’t miss her - this production is getting rave reviews!
Thurs, 2/4,
2/11, 2/18, 2/25 & Mon., 2/8, 2/22, 9am, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am time slots. – Free Tax Help: for taxpayers w/low and middle incomes, especially those age 60 and older. Volunteer AARP foundation certified expert tax preparers Tak and Dorothy Ng will help. Sign up for a 30 minute appointment by calling 878-6955 or by dropping by the library’s circulation desk. Program available on Monday & Thursday mornings until April 15th. Reserve your place for tax-preparation.
Fri., 2/5, 6:30-8pm – Wii for All Ages! – Are you an expert? Are you curious? Are you completely confused? (Wii, what’s that???) No matter your skill level or age, come and give it a go. Video-gaming for everyone. Librarians will provide intro to basic games from Wii-Sports to Guitar Hero.
Thurs, 2/4,
2/11, 2/18, 2/25 & Mon., 2/8, 2/22, 9am, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am time slots. – Free Tax Help: for taxpayers w/low and middle incomes, especially those age 60 and older. Volunteer AARP foundation certified expert tax preparers Tak and Dorothy Ng will help. Sign up for a 30 minute appointment by calling 878-6955 or by dropping by the library’s circulation desk. Program available on Monday & Thursday mornings until April 15th. Reserve your place for tax-preparation.Fri., 2/5, 6:30-8pm – Wii for All Ages! – Are you an expert? Are you curious? Are you completely confused? (Wii, what’s that???) No matter your skill level or age, come and give it a go. Video-gaming for everyone. Librarians will provide intro to basic games from Wii-Sports to Guitar Hero.
Sat., 2/6-Fri., 2/11 – Week-long Friends of Brownell Library Booksale. Buy to support Brownell Library. Some books in mint condition; good to give as gifts.
Mon., 2/8, 7pm – Cinque Terra and Central Europe travel talk and photos with Keith and Penny Pillsbury whose 3-week adventure took them far from Vermont in October ’09. See Vienna, Prague, Salzburg, and Budapest through their eyes.
Wed., 2/10, 5:30-9:30pm – Don’t forget to attend “All Aboard for Downtown Essex Jct: A Public Forum on the Revitalization of RR Ave & Main St. (Brownell Block)” at Essex H.S. Cafeteria. SUPPER PROVIDED Free! Sponsored by RR Ave. Revitalization Committee & Village of Essex Jct. Find on Facebook.com @Downtown Essex Jct.
Tues., 2/16, 7pm – Library Trustees Meeting
Fri., 2/19, 6:30pm – Adult Movie: “Amélie” [2001, 122 min., French, English sub-titles]. Amélie, an innocent, naïve girl in Paris, suppressed as a child because of a misdiagnosed heart defect, creates her own fantasical world with dreams of love and beauty and her own sense of justice. She decides to help those around her with unique plans, and, along the way, discovers love.
Sat., 2/20, 9:30am – Seniors: One-on-One Computer Tutorials. All slots currently filled; phone 878-6955 for future reservations.
Wed., 2/24, 6:00pm – Dine & Discuss Smilla’s Sense of Snow by P. Hoeg, the 2nd book in the series, Resilient Spirits: Overcoming Adversity the World Over. Smilla’s investigation of the death of a child drives this novel. Share a pot-luck dish inspired by the text. Discussion led by Prof. Jane Ambrose. Phone 878-6955 to reserve a book and place.
Tues., 2/16, 7pm – Library Trustees Meeting
Fri., 2/19, 6:30pm – Adult Movie: “Amélie” [2001, 122 min., French, English sub-titles]. Amélie, an innocent, naïve girl in Paris, suppressed as a child because of a misdiagnosed heart defect, creates her own fantasical world with dreams of love and beauty and her own sense of justice. She decides to help those around her with unique plans, and, along the way, discovers love.Sat., 2/20, 9:30am – Seniors: One-on-One Computer Tutorials. All slots currently filled; phone 878-6955 for future reservations.
Wed., 2/24, 6:00pm – Dine & Discuss Smilla’s Sense of Snow by P. Hoeg, the 2nd book in the series, Resilient Spirits: Overcoming Adversity the World Over. Smilla’s investigation of the death of a child drives this novel. Share a pot-luck dish inspired by the text. Discussion led by Prof. Jane Ambrose. Phone 878-6955 to reserve a book and place.
Y o u t h P r o g r a m s
Story Times are offered on a weekly basis – regular attendance encouraged. Space is limited to avoid overcrowding. Call to register: 878-6956
Tuesday Story Time for Toddlers (18-36 months) – 9:10-9:30am – Picture books, songs, rhymes & puppets for toddlers with an adult. (Feb. 2, 9, 16)
Story Times are offered on a weekly basis – regular attendance encouraged. Space is limited to avoid overcrowding. Call to register: 878-6956
Tuesday Story Time for Toddlers (18-36 months) – 9:10-9:30am – Picture books, songs, rhymes & puppets for toddlers with an adult. (Feb. 2, 9, 16)
Tuesday Story Time for 3-5 Year Olds – 10-10:45am – Picture books, songs, rhymes, puppets & math activities for preschoolers. (Feb. 2, 9, 16)
Wednesday Story Time for 3-5 Year Olds – 10-10:45am – Repeat of Tuesday program. (Feb. 3, 10, 17)
Wed., 2/3, 9am – DCF Booktalks for Homeschoolers – Each month, students in Gr. 4-8 hear book talks of 4 titles from this year’s DCF list. Students vote for their favorite to win the DCF Book Award in the spring. Group discussion encouraged! Call 878-6956.
Wed.,
2/3, 9am – Red Clover Picture Books for Homeschoolers – Each month, students read and do activities with 2 of the 10 titles on the list for this year’s Red Clover Award. Voting takes place in the spring. For Gr. K-3. Call 878-6956 to register
Fri., 2/5 & 2/19, 10-10:45am – Songs and Stories with Matthew – Matthew Witten performs songs about our world and tells adventurous tales. For all ages - no registration. Funded by the Friends of Brownell Library.
Fri., 2/5, 6:30-8pm – Wii for All Ages! – Are you an expert? Are you curious? Are you completely confused? (Wii, what’s that???) No matter your skill level or age, come and give it a go. Video-gaming for everyone. Librarians will provide intro to basic games from Wii-Sports to Guitar Hero.
Tues., 2/9, 3-4:30pm – Teen Advisory Board – For teens, by teens. Plan programs you’d like to see, suggest books and DVDs you would like in the collection, have fun, bring friends. Snacks provided! New members always welcome. Gr. 9-12.
Thurs., 2/11, 3:30-4:30pm – MPH (Middle School Planners and Helpers) – Students in Gr. 6-8 come and help re-design the YA room, help out with cool projects, and talk about what’s on your minds! Snacks too!
Fri., 2/12 & 2/26, 10-10:30am – Drop-In Story Time for Kids of All Ages – Fun Picture Books! No registration required. For all Preschoolers.
Fri., 2/12, 6:30-8:30pm – Teen Movie: “Say Anything” – In this charming tale of first love from 1989, high school graduate and eternal optimist Lloyd (John Cusack) falls for beautiful valedictorian Diane (Ione Skye). A romantic comedy that’s honest, too. Popcorn and soda. Hosted by TAB. (PG-13)
Sat., 2/13, 10-10:45am – Read to Sara, Therapy Dog – Sara is a Chocolate Lab who loves to listen to kids read! Her owner is an elementary teacher who will help you find a book to read to Sara, or you can bring one from home. For kids in Gr. K & up. Register at 878-6956.
Sat., 2/13, 2-4pm – YA Writing Share – Bring whatever writing you’re working on to share and receive constructive feedback from fellow teen writers. Also, play with words using some creative prompts and writing exercises. (Gr. 6-12)
Thurs., 2/18, 3:30-4:30pm – High School Book Lust Club — Bring a book you have recently read to show the group. Snacks served.
Tues., 2/23, 3-4:30pm – YA Debates - Come make your own opinion heard! Debate a variety of relevant or not-so-relevant topics. Bring friends and opinions! Drop by the Youth Desk to suggest some topics. Grades 6 and up, adults welcome.
Wed., 2/24, 2-3:30pm – Vacation Movie: “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” – Flint Lockwood, a wannabe scientist, invents a device to change water into food, to solve the world’s hunger crisis. When Flint bites off more than he can chew, he sets off a disaster of global proportions. Based on the picture book by Judi & Ron Barrett. Free popcorn and soda. Hosted by TAB. (PG)
Thurs., 2/25, 3-4:30pm – Wii-tastic – Come try our new Wii Game System! MarioKart, Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, Wii Fit, Wii Sports, Wii Play! For Gr. 4 & up. Register at 878-6956.
Fri., 2/26, 6:30-8pm – Family Movie: “Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs” – Disney’s first full-length animated masterpiece, the beautiful princess Snow White escapes her jealous stepmother, the queen, and befriends a lovable group of dwarfs. But when she bites the poisoned apple and falls under the queen’s wicked spell, only true love’s kiss can save her. Popcorn and soda. Hosted by TAB. (G)
Wed., 2/3, 9am – DCF Booktalks for Homeschoolers – Each month, students in Gr. 4-8 hear book talks of 4 titles from this year’s DCF list. Students vote for their favorite to win the DCF Book Award in the spring. Group discussion encouraged! Call 878-6956.
Wed.,
2/3, 9am – Red Clover Picture Books for Homeschoolers – Each month, students read and do activities with 2 of the 10 titles on the list for this year’s Red Clover Award. Voting takes place in the spring. For Gr. K-3. Call 878-6956 to register
Fri., 2/5 & 2/19, 10-10:45am – Songs and Stories with Matthew – Matthew Witten performs songs about our world and tells adventurous tales. For all ages - no registration. Funded by the Friends of Brownell Library.
Fri., 2/5, 6:30-8pm – Wii for All Ages! – Are you an expert? Are you curious? Are you completely confused? (Wii, what’s that???) No matter your skill level or age, come and give it a go. Video-gaming for everyone. Librarians will provide intro to basic games from Wii-Sports to Guitar Hero.
Tues., 2/9, 3-4:30pm – Teen Advisory Board – For teens, by teens. Plan programs you’d like to see, suggest books and DVDs you would like in the collection, have fun, bring friends. Snacks provided! New members always welcome. Gr. 9-12.
Thurs., 2/11, 3:30-4:30pm – MPH (Middle School Planners and Helpers) – Students in Gr. 6-8 come and help re-design the YA room, help out with cool projects, and talk about what’s on your minds! Snacks too!
Fri., 2/12 & 2/26, 10-10:30am – Drop-In Story Time for Kids of All Ages – Fun Picture Books! No registration required. For all Preschoolers.
Fri., 2/12, 6:30-8:30pm – Teen Movie: “Say Anything” – In this charming tale of first love from 1989, high school graduate and eternal optimist Lloyd (John Cusack) falls for beautiful valedictorian Diane (Ione Skye). A romantic comedy that’s honest, too. Popcorn and soda. Hosted by TAB. (PG-13)
Sat., 2/13, 10-10:45am – Read to Sara, Therapy Dog – Sara is a Chocolate Lab who loves to listen to kids read! Her owner is an elementary teacher who will help you find a book to read to Sara, or you can bring one from home. For kids in Gr. K & up. Register at 878-6956.
Sat., 2/13, 2-4pm – YA Writing Share – Bring whatever writing you’re working on to share and receive constructive feedback from fellow teen writers. Also, play with words using some creative prompts and writing exercises. (Gr. 6-12)
Thurs., 2/18, 3:30-4:30pm – High School Book Lust Club — Bring a book you have recently read to show the group. Snacks served.
Tues., 2/23, 3-4:30pm – YA Debates - Come make your own opinion heard! Debate a variety of relevant or not-so-relevant topics. Bring friends and opinions! Drop by the Youth Desk to suggest some topics. Grades 6 and up, adults welcome.
Wed., 2/24, 2-3:30pm – Vacation Movie: “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” – Flint Lockwood, a wannabe scientist, invents a device to change water into food, to solve the world’s hunger crisis. When Flint bites off more than he can chew, he sets off a disaster of global proportions. Based on the picture book by Judi & Ron Barrett. Free popcorn and soda. Hosted by TAB. (PG)
Thurs., 2/25, 3-4:30pm – Wii-tastic – Come try our new Wii Game System! MarioKart, Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, Wii Fit, Wii Sports, Wii Play! For Gr. 4 & up. Register at 878-6956.
Fri., 2/26, 6:30-8pm – Family Movie: “Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs” – Disney’s first full-length animated masterpiece, the beautiful princess Snow White escapes her jealous stepmother, the queen, and befriends a lovable group of dwarfs. But when she bites the poisoned apple and falls under the queen’s wicked spell, only true love’s kiss can save her. Popcorn and soda. Hosted by TAB. (G)
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