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Music @ NCL: Sheri Miller – Celebrating Women’s Voices
“Celebrating Women’s Voices In Music: From Patsy Cline, Judy Garland to Beatles” Acclaimed singer-songwriter Sheri Miller writes and performs her soulful, Beatles-inspired love songs, while accompanying herself on guitar and piano. Proud to honor Women’s Voices in Music & Songwriting, she also sings a wide range of popular classic favorites, including songs by Patsy Cline, Judy Garland, and the Beatles, among others. PLEASE REGISTER Named one of Music Connection's “Hot 100 Unsigned Artists," Sheri has released 2 records, “Mantra”…
Find out more »Short Story Meetup: Mr. Know-All by Somerset Maugham
Join us for a four week short story literature discussion series this summer at New Canaan Library. The short story is available for pick-up in the library one week prior to the meet up. Meet to discuss the story for its meanings, messages, themes, and more importantly, how the text sometimes relates or reminds us of our own lives; a stimulating literary atmosphere where those who do not have time for book groups can still enjoy a literary experience. For…
Find out more »Creative Writing Workshop for Teens
Join us for this two-day workshop taught by author Suzanne Nelson! Do you dream of being a published author someday? This hands-on workshop focuses on the methods and styles for writing novels and short stories. Dialogue, plotting, conflict and characterization styles will be discussed and insight into the publishing and submission process given. The majority of the course consists of in-class writing exercises and in-class critiquing by peers and instructor. The goal is to write at least one short story…
Find out more »Short Story Meetup: The Story of an Hour by Kate Chopin
Join us for a four week short story literature discussion series this summer at New Canaan Library. The short story is available for pick-up in the library one week prior to the meet up. Meet to discuss the story for its meanings, messages, themes, and more importantly, how the text sometimes relates or reminds us of our own lives; a stimulating literary atmosphere where those who do not have time for book groups can still enjoy a literary experience. For…
Find out more »Creative Writing Workshop for Teens
Join us for this two-day workshop taught by author Suzanne Nelson! Do you dream of being a published author someday? This hands-on workshop focuses on the methods and styles for writing novels and short stories. Dialogue, plotting, conflict and characterization styles will be discussed and insight into the publishing and submission process given. The majority of the course consists of in-class writing exercises and in-class critiquing by peers and instructor. The goal is to write at least one short story…
Find out more »Crafternoon with Silver Hill Hospital: Meditation Boxes
From Blank Box into Sacred Space. Your task will be to decorate a blank white box with images from magazines in the style of collage. The box is approximately cigar-box size. Think of the box as a container for mementos and keepsakes, which hold significance for you. There is an inner aspect to the box, as well as an outer space, for you to transform into a personal work of art. PLEASE REGISTER Katie Wieting is an Art Therapist who…
Find out more »Short Story Meetup: The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant
Join us for a four week short story literature discussion series this summer at New Canaan Library. The short story is available for pick-up in the library one week prior to the meet up. Meet to discuss the story for its meanings, messages, themes, and more importantly, how the text sometimes relates or reminds us of our own lives; a stimulating literary atmosphere where those who do not have time for book groups can still enjoy a literary experience. For…
Find out more »Short Story Meetup: An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge by Ambrose Bierce
Join us for a four week short story literature discussion series this summer at New Canaan Library. The short story is available for pick-up in the library one week prior to the meet up. Meet to discuss the story for its meanings, messages, themes, and more importantly, how the text sometimes relates or reminds us of our own lives; a stimulating literary atmosphere where those who do not have time for book groups can still enjoy a literary experience. For…
Find out more »Portrait Drawing with Erica Harney
This two-part introductory drawing class is suitable for all skill levels. The morning session (10am to 12pm) will focus on drawing from observation using a reference photo. In the afternoon session (2pm to 4pm) we will add color and value to your drawing using colored pencils. All materials will be provided. PLEASE REGISTER Two Sessions with break: 10:00am-12:00pm and 2:00-4:00pm Erica Harney is a visual artist, curator, and scenic painter based in Philadelphia. She holds a BFA from Alfred University…
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