Lots of things to be thankful for this month at Cheshire Public Library. We begin our Sunday hours (1-5) with a new free performance every week! Lots of other great programs on the calendar, as well. Here’s a sampling:
The Nutcracker by the Brass City Ballet
Sunday Nov 1, 2015, 3:00 PM
Where else but in the magical ballet, The Nutcracker, will you see Snowflakes drifting, Flowers waltzing, Mice & Soldiers battling, and Sugarplums dancing? Brass City Ballet brings excerpts of this classic Christmas tale to life with a shortened version of the beautiful classic. No registration required.
Genetic Genealogy
Monday Nov 2, 2015, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Certified Genealogist Nora Galvin will examine the use of DNA analysis by those researching their family history. This lecture will discuss the types of tests available, explain what can be learned from each test and identify the companies that offer the tests. There will be discussion of strategies for figuring out relationships based on DNA data. Seating for this event is limited. Please register online or call 203-272-2245, ext. 4. This program is funded by the Friends of the Cheshire Public Library.
Color Yourself Calm
Wednesday Nov 4, 2015, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
De-stress with a night of relaxing activities for adults. Drop in any time from 6pm to 8pm and enjoy coloring pages, soothing music, warm drinks, and other calming crafts. All the necessities will be provided, but feel free to bring your own favorite coloring books, coloring supplies, yarnwork, or other projects. This program will take place on the library’s Upper Level.
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It’s Time For Tea
Saturday Nov 7, 2015, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Come join us for a presentation by R.C. Bigelow Tea on the history and benefits of tea. Bring a friend and your favorite tea cup for this fun event. A cup of tea and light refreshments will be served. Space is limited, please register early. Please register online or call 203-272-2245 ext.4.
The Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe
Sunday Nov 8, 2015, 2:00 PM
Step with us through the door of an old wardrobe and enter a snowy world laced with fantasy and wonder. This delightful play is entertainment for the whole family, while still providing insight about the emotional climate of childhood during World War II. Additionally, the play uses elements of traditional English folklore, Greek mythology, and of course 20th century literature to educate the audience. No registration required.
Forensics
Thursday Nov 12, 2015, 6:30 PM
Are you curious about forensic science? crime scene investigations? blood pattern analysis? Join Peter Massey, Training Coordinator for the National Crime Scene Training and Technology Center at the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science at UNH for an evening of forensic science. Please register online or call 203-272-2245 ext.4.
Hard Tango Chamber Band
Sunday Nov 15, 2015, 2:00 PM
Experience tango as you’ve never heard it before as five members of JP Jofre HTCB – JP Jofre, bandoneon, Eric Silberger, violin, Amy Kang, cello, Chris Johnson, bass and Pablo Cafici, piano – come to Cheshire Public Library. No registration required.
Black Bears in Connecticut
Tuesday Nov 17, 2015, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Felicia Ortner, who’s been involved in bear research in Connecticut for 25 years, will describe the resurgence of this remarkable survivor that once was extinct here and is now rapidly increasing, numbering in the many hundreds of individuals. There are bear sightings throughout the year in Cheshire and surrounding towns. Ortner, a Connecticut Master Wildlife Conservationist and a bear enthusiast, provides education about bears and helps dispel misunderstandings. Please register online or call 203-272-2245 ext. 4.
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Quilts of Valor
Tuesday Nov 24, 2015, 7:00 PM
The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing quilts of valor. Please join us to learn more about the QOVF and to see and touch some beautiful quilts. Please register online or call 203-272-2245 ext. 4.
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Survivors Swing Band
Cooking with Chef John Bencivengo
Teen Games Drop-in
Summer Reading Program
Fab Film Saturdays
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In celebration of National Poetry Month, the library will present Stratford poet Norah Pollard. Norah has recently released her wistful and joyous new book “In Deep”, her fourth poetry collection. She has received the Academy of American Poets Prize from the University of Bridgeport, and for several years edited the Connecticut River Review.
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