Library Events: Crafts, Films, Book Clubs & More in February and March
Upcoming Library Closing
The Library will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day. The Library will reopen at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18.
Valentine's Day Photo Frames
Thursday, February 13, 4 p.m.
Make a LOVE-ly gift for the special people in your life with this DIY Valentine’s Day frame! The frame fits a 4x6in photo. Register here.
Art Reception: Geno Piacentini
Thursday, February 13, 5 p.m.
Artwork by Geno Piacentini will be on display in the Meeting Room during the month of February. Join us for a reception in his honor! From the artist's biography: I grew up and attended school in Norwalk. I always had an interest in art and art classes. I attended a school for art in Westport and then pursued a career in mechanical design, using my creativity for original product development design. I am currently a member of the Black Rock Artist Group. My work has been displayed at the Open Door Tearoom in Stratford, and at the Easton Public Library, where I am a member of the Easton Arts Council. I have recently been displayed in the Bridgeport Art Trail, Burroughs Community Center, and Milford Public Library.
Ozobots
Tuesday, February 18, 2 p.m.
Learn how to code an Ozobot and put the robot through a test of mazes and races! Register here.
Take & Make: Black History Month Baseball Cards
February 18 to February 22, while supplies last
Learn about some of baseball's greats, including a few you might have heard before, and create your very own baseball card featuring these legends!
No registration required. Take & Makes are available on a first come, first served basis.
Wednesday Book Group
Wednesday, February 19, 1 p.m.
Co-authors Pride and Piazza tell a story about a friendship that is tested by a tragic shooting and the racial tensions that follow. Kirkus Reviews noted “With its timely premise, clear-cut messages, and appealing female characters, this novel is bound for book-club glory.” Let’s put that review to the test, shall we? Register here.
Books will be available at the end of January.
Preschool Playtime
Saturday, February 22, 10:30 a.m.
Come play at our homemade obstacle course designed just for preschoolers! We'll build with blocks, go through tunnels, and jump in and out of hula hoops while going around and around. For children 18 months to age 5.
Registration is required. Register here.
Tween D&D
Monday, February 24, 5:30 p.m.
For children in grades 3rd - 6th
Players of all experience levels welcome! Register here.
Oscar Film: Emilia Perez
Monday, February 24, 6 p.m.
Wednesday, February 26, 1 p.m.
Emilia Pérez follows four remarkable women in Mexico, each pursuing their own happiness. Cartel leader Emilia enlists unappreciated lawyer Rita to help fake her death so that she can finally live authentically as her true self.
2 hr. 12 min. Rated R. Nominated for 13 Academy Awards including Best Picture. Register here.
Analog Adults, Digital World: Keeping Kids Safe from Online Sex Abuse
Monday, March 3, 7 p.m.
Drawing from their experience in undercover operations with ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) law enforcement teams, SOSA will provide a vivid understanding of the dangers of abuse and perpetrators' behavior. Attendees will learn about commonly-used grooming tactics, red flags, prevention methods, and steps to take if abuse has already occurred.
Presented by Jennifer Jacquet, Director of Operations at SOSA (Safe from Online Sex Abuse), a New Haven-based nonprofit dedicated to protecting kids and teens from online abuse and exploitation.
This presentation is made possible by a grant from The Community Foundation of Greater New Haven. Register here.
Adult Book Boxes
Pick-up begins February 18!
Free book box service for adults.
Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected books for you to borrow as well as some other surprises for you to keep.
Registration is required! Register here.
Teen Book Boxes
Pick-up begins February 18!
Free book box service for teens in grades 7-12.
Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected teen books for you to borrow as well as some treats and others surprises for you to keep.
Registration is required! Register here.
March Book Groups
Mystery Book Discussion
Thursday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m.
Join Mystery Discussion leader Donna DiMassa for a discussion of The Nine Tailors by Dorothy Sayers. Registration is required. Register here.
Copies of the book will be available soon!
The Bookcase: Evening Discussion Group
Thursday, March 13, at 7 p.m.
This discussion is via Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Join Bookcase leader Toby Zabinski for a discussion of The Bletchley Riddle by Ruta Sepetys.
Register here. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk.
Ban This Book Club: The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
Monday, March 24, 7 p.m.
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank is banned in Florida and has been banned in several schools in the United States over the years - mostly in regard to passages that were considered “sexually offensive,” as well as for the tragic nature of the book, which some felt might be “depressing” for young readers. The diary has now been published in more than 70 different languages and is deemed one of the most powerful books of the 20th century, with more than 30 million copies sold in sixty countries.
Join us as we discuss this as a work of literature as well as an object of censorship.
Copies are available at the Circulation Desk. Registration is required. Register here.
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Events are free and open to the public, except as noted. Registration is required for all events.
To register for events, go to https://casememorial.librarycalendar.com/event/
Phone: 203-891-2170
