A difficult topic is being discussed tonight in the program, Divorce and Family Mediation: An Alternative Approach at 7 p.m. with Maurice Segall, an attorney mediator. While the issue of divorce is personal, Segall offers a non-adversarial, less expensive and faster way to go through the process. Areas being addressed include what are the differences between litigated divorce and family mediation, how does the mediation process work and what are the advantages. There is no charge for the program. Advance registration is suggested. To register, call 762-3950 or register online.
Story time for sleepy kidsThe library is holding another Sleepytime Story Time for children ages 3-5 on Thursday, June 1 from 6:15-6:45 p.m. Kids can come to the library in their PJs and their favorite blanket or cuddly, listen to some wonderful stories and return to pleasant dreams at home. There is no charge for the program. To register, call 762-3950 or register online.
Decoding the CodeThe long-awaited film version of the popular book, The Da Vinci Code, has finally arrived and with it a book discussion at the library, The Da Vinci Code Demystified on Thursday, June 1 from 7-8:30 p.m. Dr. Paul Lakeland, director of Fairfield University's Center for Catholic Studies, takes the audience through the facts and fiction of the novel using history, art and religion. Dr. Lakeland is a well-regarded expert in his field and has been feted as 2005 Teacher of the Year at the university, as well as being a member of the American Academy of Religion where he chairs the Theology and Religious Reflection Section. To register, call 762-3950 or register online. Participants are encouraged to see the movie which is playing at Crown Theatres in Wilton, New Canaan and Norwalk. Discounted movie passes are available for purchase at the library for $7.50 each. They are good for any show and the library benefits from a portion of the proceeds.
June art show is a journey"Passages: A Journey of Seven Artists" is the June art exhibition at the library with the opening reception on Friday evening, June 2 from 6-7:30. The show features a multi-talented group of artists called ArtWhirl whose diverse styles, media usage and subjects makes for a very engaging exhibition. The local artists are from the surrounding towns of Weston New Canaan and Georgetown. They are Bill Moran, Ellin Spadone, Paul Heifetz, Erin Nazzaro, Andy Neilly, Bobbi Eike Mullen and Deborah K. Flavin. They formed an informal group after having been associated with various arts councils and commissions and their camaraderie continues today. The exhibition runs through Thursday, June 29. Most of the works are available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library. Library hours are Monday and Friday 10-6, Tuesday through Thursday 10-7, Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 1-5 (through June 11). The library will be closed on Sundays for the summer starting June 18. For information: 762-3950.
Volunteers appreciatedOn Sunday, June 4 starting at noon, library volunteers will be treated to an appreciation brunch for the countless hours they devote to helping support the library. From book sales to postcard mailings, the library greatly benefits from the time and effort of this dedicated group of people. At 12:30, Peter Rubino, local artist and sculpture, will demonstrate his skills by "speed sculpting" a bust of Beethoven using 250 pounds of clay in 20 minutes, while listening to a Beethoven piece. Mr. Rubino is most-recently known for his bust of Dave Brubeck he created for the library's new Brubeck Room. Mr. Rubino will give a brief talk about his work and his life during his Symphony in Clay presentation. His book, The Portrait in Clay, will be available for purchase and signing. There is no charge for the program which is open to the public. Advance registration is suggested. To register, call 762-3950 or register online.
Reminder: The library is closed on Sunday and Monday, May 28 and 29 for Memorial Day weekend observance.