Now On View

Newtown resident Lil Orlowski has donated to C.H. Booth Library a quilt that was originally in the collection of Lynn Johnston. Lil, a well-known quilting expert and teacher of the art form, states that this is a turn of the century hand-made velvet quilt in the Log Cabin pattern. The quilt is from the same era as the quilt made by Mary Hawley herself which is displayed on the third floor of the library.

The quilt is being displayed this month near the reference area, and the library staff thanks Lil for her generosity in sharing this beautiful piece with Newtown’s residents.

Children’s Programs

*Crafts Around the World: Ages 4-9, with their parents, are invited to drop by the story hour room between 1 and 3 pm on Monday afternoons in the summer and make a craft to bring home.

On August 8 we will be making rain sticks.  Parents should remain with their child while they are working on their craft. No registration required.

*PJ Story Time: Join us on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm for PJ Story Time. This popular family program features, stories, silly songs and a puppet show for ages 3-7.  No registration required, and pajamas are definitely encouraged.

The puppet show for August 9 will be “Anansi and the Moss Covered Rock.” On August 16 it will be “Why Frogs Have No Tails.”

*Cooking Around the World: Ages 8-12 are invited to explore some of the cuisine of Morocco on Wednesday, August 10, with Lisa Cohane.

Lisa  will demonstrate how to make Moroccan chicken.  Register online, and a $5 material fee is due on the day of the program.

Bring your appetite and a willingness to try something new!

*The Art of Collage: Sandy Hook artist and teacher Randi Rote will return to the library for a program on Thursday, August 11, at 3 pm.

Ages 5-7 will read two folk tales that have been illustrated using collage — I Feel a Foot, written by Maranke Rinck and illustrated by Martijn Van Der Linden, and Zomo the Rabbit by Gerald McDermott — and then create animal headbands using markers and collage materials. 

Registration is required, and a $3 materials fee will be due at the program.

*Art With Kristine Humber: On Tuesday, August 16, ages 7-10 can meet artist Kristine Humber and learn how decorate a bamboo placemat and a freezer mug with island inspired designs.

A $5 material fee is due on the day of the program, and online registration is requested.

*Summer Reading ends Saturday, August 20: There is still time to participate in our summer reading program.

Come in to report on what you have been reading and earn your rewards and chances to win some great prizes in our end of the summer raffle.

For Young Adults

*Teen Summer Reading Challenge Final Grand Prize Drawing August 8.

All tickets must be turned in by 3 pm on Monday, August 8, to be included in the last raffle drawing. All participants will be entered into the Grand Prize Drawing for a Kindle Wi-Fi, which will also take place that day.

Any winners who are not present with the prizes are announced will be contacted.

*Seed Bead Necklace: On Thursday, August 11, from 2 to 3:30, artist Pat Martin will show you how to string and fasten tiny seed beads into a necklace in a beautiful array of colors.

This class is limited to 15 young adults entering grades 6-12, online registration is required, and a $3 supply fee will be due at the program.

Adult Programs

  *Join us for Escapes and Intrigues: Classic Thrillers for Summer Reading.

Julie Stern, a retired teacher of English and philosophy teacher, is back at the library this summer to lead a discussion on some classic mysteries, so whether you love a good mystery or just like attending Julie’s discussions you’ll love this series. Copies of all of the books are available at the second floor circulation desk. Below is a schedule of the meeting times and titles.   

The next program, on Tuesday, August 9, at 7:30 pm, will concern Our Man in Havana by Graham Greene.

*Summer Bracelet: Artist Pat Martin will lead workshops on making a braided bracelet with seed beads and crystals on Wednesday, August 10, at 2 and 7 pm. Pick the time that is more convenient for you and come make a summer accessory that will being back fun memories next winter.

Please register online or by calling the library at 203-426-4533, and note there is a $9 supply fee due at start of class.

*Computer Skills Help is available every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 until noon. Visit the Reference Department on the third floor and learn how to create an e-mail account, save to a flash drive, basic word help, cutting and pasting, plus upload files to job hunting sites.

*Nonfiction DVDs: Check out our nonfiction DVD collection! We have added many new DVDs on travel, fitness, Ken Burns series, dancing, sign language, coaching youth sports and more. We also have a large collection of “Dr V on Call” health topic DVDs, featuring local physicians discussing the latest medical information.

Nonfiction DVDs are on the second floor and circulate for two weeks with two renewals allowed.

C.H. Booth Library is at 25 Main Street in Newtown. Call 203-426-4533 or visit CHBoothLibrary.org for full details on or to register for the above programs.