In preperation for Mother’s Day a large number of patrons (young and not so young) came to the Black Rock Branch to learn how to make beaded jewelry from expert beaded jewelry makers and library staff members Henrietta and Tina. From all accounts a good time was had by all.
To the left, a father and daughter make sure they they will be ready to present Mom with some special gifts on her special day.
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Wednesdays
10:45 – 11:45 AM
Black Rock Branch
Join us for our popular Little Rocks program for children up through age 3 with a caregiver. Stories, rhymes, music, movement, short films, and time for play are all part of the mix!
Contact: Miss Bina: 203-337-9676
Thursday, May 17th
6:00 PM
Black Rock Branch
Family Film Festival – THE MUPPETSOn vacation in Los Angeles, Walter, the world’s biggest Muppet fan, and his friends Gary and Mary from Smalltown, USA, discover the nefarious plan of oilman Tex Richman to raze the Muppet Theater and drill for the oil recently discovered beneath the Muppets’ former stomping grounds.
To stage The Greatest Muppet Telethon Ever and raise the $10-million needed to save the theater, Walter, Mary and Gary help Kermit the Frog reunite the Muppets, who have all gone their separate ways.
Amy Adams, Jason Segel, Chris Cooper
Walt Disney Pictures; Directed by James Bobin
Rated PG; 98 minutes; 2011
Saturday, May 19th
1:30 PM
Black Rock Branch
BridesmaidsAnnie is a maid of honor whose life unravels as she leads her best friend, Lillian, and a group of colorful bridesmaids on a wild ride down the road to matrimony. Annie’s life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian’s maid of honor.
Rose Byrne, Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph
Universal Pictures; Directed by Paul Feig
Rated R; 125 minutes; 2011
Free refreshments will be served – but feel free to bring a nonperishable food item for donation to the Black Rock Food Pantry.
Tuesday, May 22nd
6:30 – 8:00 PM
Black RocK Branch
The Art of Critiquing ArtPlease join us for the second in a series of monthly programs focusing on the arts conducted by the World Artist Network.
This particular art critique program, aims to help people integrate with more ease into the art world and assist to them in developing the analysis, synthesis and evaluation skills needed to enhance and fully appreciate all forms of art.
In an age in which people are struggling to become part of a larger global community, the Arts are a language that cuts across racial, cultural, social, educational, and economic barriers and enhance cultural appreciation and awareness.
Free refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, May 23rd
7:00 PM
Burroughs Community Center
2470 Fairfield Avenue
The Charles CooperCo‐Sponsored by the BRCC History Commttee and the Black Rock Branch Public Library.
Admission for this lecture is free.
As Maritime Historian Michael Stammers explains, “ The Charles Cooper was a unique link to America’s wooden sailing ships when its mercantile fleet was a dominant force in world shipping during the 19th century. The Charles Cooper, 1,000 tons, was launched on the 11th of November, 1856, at Black Rock, Connecticut, and spent only ten active years at sea, trading between Antwerp and New York, carrying many of the early emigrants to the United States .“
Presentor: Norman Brouwer is the former curator of ship restoration at the South Street Seaport in New York City and is a Maritime Historian, writer and lecturer.
Tuesday, May 29th
7:15 PM
Black Rock Branch
It’s Spring in Paris and time for a little French in Black Rock…. Bonjour!A class on French language for beginners will be offered at the Black Rock Public Library. If you have you ever wanted to learn some French this is a chance to get a free introductory class which involves basic conversation and pronunciation.
Please register early as this class will be conducted by our neighborhood language wizard Rob Foley whose recent Italian classes were extremely popular.
To register call: 203 337-9676.
Thursday, May 31st
6:30 PM
Black Rock Branch
THE SOLOISTThis biographical drama tells the true life story of musical prodigy Nathaniel Ayers. He dropped out of Julliard after developing schizophrenia and became a homeless musician on the streets of Los Angeles. A reporter looking for an article finds Ayers one day and develops a close relationship with the troubled but gifted artist.
Jamie Foxx, Robert Downey, Jr., Catherine Keener
DreamWorks Pictures; Directed by Joe Wright
Rated PG-13; 109 minutes; 2009
Co sponsored by the Kennedy Center, Inc.
Free refreshments will be served.
Saturday, June 2nd
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Black Rock Branch
GRAN TORINOWalt Kowalski is a grumpy, tough-minded old man whose prize possession is a 1973 Gran Torino he keeps in cherry condition. When a neighboring teenager tries to steal it, Kowalski sets out to reform the youth. Drawn against his will into the life of the would-be robber’s family, Kowalski is soon taking steps to protect them from the gangs that rule their neighborhood.
Clint Eastwood, Brian Haley
Warner Bros.; Directed by Clint Eastwood
Rated R; 116 minutes; 2008
Free Refreshments will be served – but feel free to bring a nonperishable food item for donation to the Black Rock Food Pantry.
Thursday, June 7th,
7:00 PM
Black Rock Branch
“Piano Creations”Matthew Fishteyn is an 19 year old, immensely talented musician with a high-energy repertoire that includes his original compositions written in different styles of music including jazz, Latin, blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll. Matthew calls his program “Piano Creations”because it transforms the musical experience, giving the listener more ways to relate to and understand the music, and making the performance a more personal, interactive experience.
Video preview Composer interview
Free refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, June 20th
1:00 PM
Black Rock Branch
Food for Thought – Book DiscussionThe Black Rock Branch Library’s lunchtime book club meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM - bring your brown bag lunch, we will provide coffee, tea and dessert.
Our next book up for discussion is:
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Debut author Morgenstern doesn’t miss a beat in this smashing tale of greed, fate, and love set in a turn of the 20th-century circus. Supporting characters* are perfectly realized and live easily in a giant, magical story destined for bestsellerdom.Starred Review. Publishers Weekly
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