A gentle Body-Mind-Spirit cultivation which consists of series of slow, meditative and dance like movements which help to increase stamina and vitality; reduce stress; enhance the immune system; better balance; and improve cardiovascular, respiratory, circulatory, lymphatic, and digestive functions. Lucy L. Gao was born in Tianjin, China. She is a certified Qigong/Tai Chi Instructor who graduated
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Take a break from school work and come by for hot Pumpkin Spice Cider and treats. We’ll also make a fun craft so you can take home a relaxing Pumpkin Spice Bath Salt. Grades 6th - 12th. Please register here.
Take pumpkin spiced lattes to a whole new level this fall and learn how to roast your own coffee at the Library! We will roast raw coffee beans to perfection and discuss what makes some coffees fruity and acidic while others are rich and nutty. Whether you prefer blonde roast or French roast, come learn
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Do you ever wish you could have everyone cooperate, stop yelling & just enjoy your kids? Join Jackie D'Louhy, LCSW and Ellen Brekovsy, LCSW to learn tools to help make that dream a reality (most of the time)! Register at Newcanaancares.org.
Visit all of the colleges you want without leaving New Canaan with the power of virtual reality technology! This class will introduce you to the Oculus Rift and certify you to start booking time to use the Virtual Reality Station. Attendees will use the Google Earth VR app to ‘walk’ around the college campuses of their
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Join our monthly non-fiction book group. We are reading The Salem Witch Trials for this meeting. After the book discussion there will be another fun activity! Register online.
An American woman becomes entangled in the intense rivalry between iconic fashion designers Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli in this captivating novel from the acclaimed author of The Beautiful American. PLEASE REGISTER Paris, 1938. Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli are fighting for recognition as the most successful and influential fashion designer in France, and their
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The book group is reading Breakout by Kate Messner this month. Join Librarians Kathleen Crouse and Cathy Townsend for the discussion & a pizza dinner with dessert. Register online.
Open Tech are drop-in hours for one-on-one technology reference services. Drop-in hours will run from 2:00-4:00 PM every Thursday and Saturday afternoon. All technology questions, queries and interests are welcome. From questions about Twitter, email or a new smart phone to help with photo editing, or ebooks, get one-on-one assistance and discover online tools and
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Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble. We're mixing up a cauldron full of silly putty. Make a batch silly putty and explore its properties through a series of experiments. Please note: we will be using borax, a mild astringent in this program. Please wear clothing that can get messy. For grades
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Known as the War Between the States or the War Between the North and the South, even the War of Brother Against Brother, the conflict which tore the Republic asunder less than a hundred years after its founding is popularly known as . . . the Civil War. In this four part lecture series, Mark
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A gentle Body-Mind-Spirit cultivation which consists of series of slow, meditative and dance like movements which help to increase stamina and vitality; reduce stress; enhance the immune system; better balance; and improve cardiovascular, respiratory, circulatory, lymphatic, and digestive functions. Lucy L. Gao was born in Tianjin, China. She is a certified Qigong/Tai Chi Instructor who graduated
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Join Robert, his guitar & other trusty friends to sing & dance to your favorite tunes! Perfect for toddlers & preschoolers with and adult. Drop-in.
Teen Advisory Group is cancelled for this evening. We apologize for any inconvenience.
From the Ballet to the Moulin Rouge In the second installment of The Road to Modern Art, Post Impressionism: From the Ballet to the Moulin Rouge, Artscapades will explore how Post-Impressionism represented both an extension of Impressionism and a rejection of the style's limitations. It emerged out of the stylistic disagreements and personal animosities that
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Want to try an instrument that's fun & easy to play? Join Rob of New Canaan Music as he shows you the fundamentals of ukulele playing! After a short lesson you'll try to play some fun and easy songs. No experience necessary & instruments are provided. Register online by grade: 3:30 PM for grades 5-8 4:30
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In Wilding, Isabella Tree tells how she and her husband Charles Burrell rewilded Knepp Estate, their 3500 acre farm in south England. They were losing money on farming and after talking with a variety of experts they decided to take a chance to see if the farm would “go wild” if they let nature take
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Visit all of the colleges you want without leaving New Canaan with the power of virtual reality technology! This class will introduce you to the Oculus Rift and certify you to start booking time to use the Virtual Reality Station. Attendees will use the Google Earth VR app to ‘walk’ around the college campuses of their
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Join us during Stitch It! this week to make macramé feathers. This simple macramé project uses square knots and fabric stiffener to create a whimsical feather. Make a feather for our Halloween display window in the Teen Area and one to take home! No registration needed. Drop-in during Stitch It! hours between 4 and 5:30.
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All are welcome to join this monthly discussion of books on current and historical world events and international culture. This month’s book is: Genesis: The Deep Origin of Societies by Edward O. Wilson. Braiding twenty-first- century scientific theory with the lyrical biological and humanistic observations for which Wilson is beloved, Genesis is “a magisterial history of social
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New Canaan Library’s new community initiative, Discussion Lab @NCL, follows its successful debut last month with October’s discussion on civility – questioning whether we, as a society, can recover a level of civility. The discussion will take place on Thursday, October 10 at 10 a.m. in the Library’s Curtis Gallery. PLEASE REGISTER Today, many of
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The Book Explorers are reading Monster Itch by David Lubar this month. Join Librarian Audrey Heneage for the discussion & other activities. Register online.
Meets the second Thursday of every month to explore a coding language or concept through exercises and a project. This month we will be exploring the idea of ‘randomness’ in code. The ability to generate a random number or letter is important for games and security. But randomness can be difficult to approximate in code.
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New Canaan Library presents “Art & Text” by artists Jane Davila and Karen Kalkstein on view in the Curtis Gallery from October 8 - December 1. A Q&A with the artist will begin at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome! Though markedly distinct from each other in subject matter and style, both Davila and Kalkstein’s arresting artwork unifies
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This training session covers how to use the MakerLab’s newest 3D printer: the Lulzbot Mini! This class is open to those who have previously attended a 3D printer certification class on the MakerBot printers as well as those new to the MakerLab. This session will cover how to change filament, find objects to 3D print,
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Families are invited to work as a group to devise the best contraption to protect a falling egg from certain destruction! Work with Library provided materials or bring your own supplies. Awards given in different categories. Drop times: 1:30, 2, 2:30 and 3 PM. Register online.
This month we will be discussing Heretics Anonymous by Katie Henry. As always, we will enjoy a lively discussion with bagels and home-baked treats! Grades 8 & up. *7th graders may register with parent or librarian permission. Please register here.
When it comes to the financial markets, people often allow emotions to take over. We will reveal how people sabotage their investment returns, and show you how to avoid the mistakes and make decisions like the pros. PLEASE REGISTER JULIA STRAYER, CRPC®, CIMA®, CPWA® is the Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor or Merrill Lynch.
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How much horror can you handle?! This Halloween-themed VR class will introduce you to the Google Cardboard and the Oculus Rift, and certify you to start booking time to use the Virtual Reality Station. The class will cover procedures, safety, handling the equipment and launching VR games. Must be 13 years old or older to attend.
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INTELLECTU-GALS: A reading group for intellectually curious women who want to dig into global topics via a diverse blend of genres and voices. In this supportive environment Intellectu-Gals will travel the world--peering into new terrain and perspectives to learn more about themselves and fellow citizens of the world. Sign up for the wait list here!
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Visit all of the colleges you want without leaving New Canaan with the power of virtual reality technology! This class will introduce you to the Oculus Rift and certify you to start booking time to use the Virtual Reality Station. Attendees will use the Google Earth VR app to ‘walk’ around the college campuses of their
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We're using Scratch to code a Halloween-themed game! Get familiar with the blocks in Scratch and coding concepts such as data variables, events and randomness. No Scratch experience needed. For grades 3-6. Registration is full. Join the waitlist>>
Learn how to support your student’s study habits in a one-hour highly dynamic, action-specific, and interactive seminar presented by Successful Study Skills 4 Students. Parents will learn the skills their student needs for success in school and concrete ideas that can be implemented right away for better results and grades. What You Will Learn: •
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Join us for another Magic: The Gathering meetup, as we eat pizza and play rounds of this dueling card game against one another. You are welcome to bring your own cards or play with the ones we provide. Learn new strategies, build decks, and battle against your friends! Appropriate for ages 12+. Please register here.
Due to inclement weather, tonight's program with Staying Put in New Canaan has been cancelled. We hope to reschedule the event in the coming months. The Importance of Advance Planning There are many things in life that are out of our hands. What happens to us when we are older does not have to be
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Learn how YOU CAN SUPPORT someone you suspect is experiencing Domestic Violence during an informative open dialogue with DVCC Executive Director Suzanne Adam. Offering encouragement can reduce both internal pressures such as shame and denial as well as external pressures, including fear of not being believed, fear of being labelled the perpetrator, and fear of
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Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble. We're mixing up a cauldron full of silly putty. Make a batch silly putty and explore its properties through a series of experiments. Please note: we will be using borax, a mild astringent in this program. Please wear clothing that can get messy. For grades
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Come by the library and play some chess. Enjoy pizza while you practice your moves and checkmate new friends! We will have multiple boards set up for friendly matches. Beginners welcome! Please register here.
Bats, bats and more bats! We're flapping into Halloween with bat crafts in the MakerLab. Use yarn and the Cricut cutting machine to make bat pom poms. Put your pattern cutting skills to the test by making a felt bat headband or pin. And challenge your mechanical thinking as you make a bat puppet with
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Flu Season is Here! Protect yourself and those around you. An annual flu shot is recommended for everyone who is at least 6 months of age and older, especially those with certain medical conditions, pregnant women and people 65 years and older. Immunizations are available for free with most insurances for those 18 years and older
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Calling all readers ages 8-12 and their families! A fantastic lineup of nationally published and award-winning children's authors will discuss their work and themselves at this informal panel discussion, followed by an opportunity for a meet, greet and book signing! In partnership with Elm Street Books. Register online.
Come by to learn some knitting basics or bring your own project to work on. The vibe is very casual, we’ll hang out and have tea & cookies while working on our crafts and talk about favorite reads. 6th - 12th grade. Please register here.
Mary Moross will lead the investigation of the art works by Karen Kalksten & Jane Davila in the Gallery. In the studio the students will create collages using letters, words & tempera paint. Register online. If above registration is full, add your name to the WAIT LIST.
Altered book journaling is a form of mixed media artwork that changes a book from its original form into a poetic and creative form. It’s a wonderful way to repurpose old books and have fun with paint, stamps, stencils, cuts, folds, watercolor resists, embroidery, blackout poetry, image transfers, and collages. This month we explore paper
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a+u – Architecture & Urbanism – is a magazine in Japanese and English that provides information on architecture around the globe to a global readership. A recent issue of the magazine examined fourteen Mid-Century Modern houses in New Canaan, designed by nine architects between the years 1947-1979. Join guest editor and architect Alan Goldberg and
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Visit all of the colleges you want without leaving New Canaan with the power of virtual reality technology! This class will introduce you to the Oculus Rift and certify you to start booking time to use the Virtual Reality Station. Attendees will use the Google Earth VR app to ‘walk’ around the college campuses of their
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Learn how to create a log cabin patchwork which can be turned into a Halloween or seasonal potholder. All materials and equipment provided. Participants must have been certified or already familiar with a sewing machine. For adults and teens ages 11+. Please register>> Project example
Join Miss Marie for a new beginning reader book group! The children will listen to The Rat by Elise Gravel in class followed by a special visit from the New Canaan Nature Center rodent friends to take our learning to the next level! Register online.
Tackle the world off the cuff! Come hone your skills with on the spot improv fun. Improvisation is the art of creating a theatrical scene with no anticipation, deliberation, or props. We'll learn acting techniques with free form exercises to deal with everyday situations. Pizza will be served! Wear comfortable clothing and bring your imaginary
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Join Dana Goin, Wildlife Outreach Specialist of the Wolf Conservation Center, for a talk covering the history and ecology of eastern coyotes, and how we can best coexist with these clever canids. PLEASE REGISTER DANA GOIN is focused on educating the public on the local wildlife with whom we share the landscape, and how to
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Join Ms. Audrey & Mrs. Kilkenny for creative fun! This month we will be using yarn to create Huichol-inspired "paintings". The Huichol are an indigenous people of north central Mexico. Register online.
The mouth of this monster springs out a foot when its jaws close and bounces back to you when you open them! Create this mechanical monster while learning how to safely use an X-acto knife. For ages 11+. Please register>> Project is based on this post by It's Always Autumn.
Known as the War Between the States or the War Between the North and the South, even the War of Brother Against Brother, the conflict which tore the Republic asunder less than a hundred years after its founding is popularly known as . . . the Civil War. In this four part lecture series, Mark
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Experience the magic of the Swiss Alps, the Majesty of Montana, the lasting memories of family portraits, and so much more in this year's Literary Luncheon Benefit Auction. Online bidding will run from October 25th - November 8th so mark your calendars. Live bidding to take place on Thursday, November 7th during the Literary Luncheon
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Learn how to use the MakerBot 3D printers in our MakerLab. This session will cover how to change filament, find objects to 3D print, set up your print job and troubleshoot the printers. During the class, each participant can choose a sample object to print from several preselected projects. Please note that due to limited
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New Canaan Library presents a special evening with #1 New York Times bestselling author Nelson DeMille and his son, screenwriter Alex DeMille, introducing their blistering new thriller The Deserter. 10% Pre-Order discount from Elm Street Books Pre-Order “The Deserter” at Elm Street Books and receive 10% off. Show your confirmation email to receive the discount.
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Working in small teams, build and program a robot using the library’s LEGO Mindstorms EV3 kits. For this month’s challenge, build and program a robot that will throw candy to our trick-or-treaters at the Library. No experience necessary, but a willingness to explore, fail and try again is needed. For grades 4th and older. Please
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Can you escape from our haunted carnival before time runs out? Team up with friends to find clues and solve puzzles that will lead you to the key! Each team will have up to 30 minutes to escape. For grades 5-8. Please sign up for one of the following time slots: 1 pm | 2
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This training session covers how to use the MakerLab’s newest 3D printer: the Lulzbot Mini! This class is open to those who have previously attended a 3D printer certification class on the MakerBot printers as well as those new to the MakerLab. This session will cover how to change filament, find objects to 3D print,
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How much horror can you handle?! This Halloween-themed VR class will introduce you to the Google Cardboard and the Oculus Rift, and certify you to start booking time to use the Virtual Reality Station. The class will cover procedures, safety, handling the equipment and launching VR games. Must be 13 years old or older to attend.
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The Spooky Music, Bubble & Comedy Halloween Parade engages children with comedy, singing, spiders, bats, bubbles, ghouls & a monster mash dance party for kids! This 45 mins. show has hands-on visual & sensory experiences to help kids learn & have fun! Perfect for families with children 2 yrs. +. Register online.
Let’s learn how to make exquisitely decorated Halloween cookies. Our pastry chef will teach basic flooding, flocking, overpiping, and sanding techniques for spooky and delicious treats. For grades 6 and up. Registration is currently FULL. Please join the waitlist here.
The Young Critics book group is reading The Bridge Home, and hosting Author Padma Venkatraman this month! Register online.
A mother’s affair involves her young daughter in this heartfelt memoir of love and betrayal. On a hot July night on Cape Cod when Adrienne was fourteen, her mother, Malabar, woke her at midnight with five simple words that would set the course of both of their lives for years to come: Ben Souther just kissed
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What it Is, and What it Actually Covers The options for paying for an extended care need at any age are limited to self-funding, Medicaid (for those who are impoverished), and long-term care insurance. As with anything, the emotional and financial challenges of a care crisis are easier to handle when there is a plan.
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Join the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra's string quartet as they share music written by American & European composers, including Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue! Best for families with elementary school-aged children. Register online.
