Children’s Programs

*Native Americans Program: Learn more about Native Americans with Matthew Hoyt of the Audubon Society on Saturday, November 1, at 1 pm. The program promises to be fun, educational, and a great way to learn some interesting information about local tribes of Connecticut. The program is suitable for children 5 and up.

*Music at the Library: On Saturday, November 8, at 2 pm, local author Ryan SanAngelou will be at the library with a musical program, sharing his delightful tale of “Spaghetti Eddie.” A huge fan of creativity and the power of imagination, Mr SanAngelou uses song writing and poetry as a way to reach young children.

*Festive Stamp Art: Students in grades 6 and up are invited to join us for a Winter & Festive Stamp Art Workshop with Barbara Shohet on Thursday, November 13. The workshop will run from 4 to 6 pm. There is a $5 supply fee and space is limited to 15 participants, but everyone will learn to make a gift bag or box, greeting cards and stationery portfolio gifts for yourself. Sign up at Main Floor Circulation Desk or call 426-4533.

On View At The Library

*New Fairfield resident and porcelain expert Jean Mann is presenting a selection of porcelains and miniatures from her personal collection on the library’s main floor through November 23.

On Sunday, November 16, Ms Mann will be offering a talk on her work. The program will begin at 2 pm and the public is invited.

Adult Programs

*Book Talks: It’s always interesting to discuss a book with a group, so come join one of the library’s ongoing book groups for some great conversation and lively discussion. New members are always welcome. Groups will be discussing a variety of great books in the upcoming month including Longitude by Dana Sobel on Tuesday, November 4, at 1 pm; The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov on Monday, Novemebr 10, at 1 pm; Hardscape by Justin Scott on Tuesday, November 18, at 7 pm; and Autobiography of A Face by Lucy Grealy on Thursday, November 21, at 7:30 pm.

*Genealogy Club: The Genealogy Club meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7 pm. Whether you’re just beginning in your search or an old pro this club is for you. The group’s next meeting will be November 12.

*Favorite Patriotic Women: Patty Carver will entertain us with a one woman show featuring some of our favorite ladies in history including Amelia Earhart, Betsy Ross and Elizabeth Cady Stanton on Thursday, November 13, at 7 pm. This program is laced with history and loaded with music so if you enjoyed The Victorian Lady when she last visited the library this program is for you.

*Computer Classes: Dan Tannenbaum will leading an introductory computer class on Saturday, November 8, from 9 am to noon, and an intermediate class on Saturday, November 15, also from 9 am to noon. Participants need to sign up at the circulation desk for the classes and a $10 supply fee is charged for the intermediate class.

*Entertainment Books Are Here: The 2004 Entertainment Books, filled with discount coupons for area attractions, restaurants, etc, have arrived and are available for $22. You may also order books for other areas of the country. A great gift idea!

*Attention Friends of the Library: Please check the mailing label on your latest Booth Bylines newsletter for your membership expiration date. We value your continued membership and hope you will update if your current membership has expired.

CH. Booth Library, at 25 Main Street, can be reached at 426-4533 to register for any of its programs or for additional information.