Children's Programs

By SHANNON HICKS

Published: Feb 08, 2008 12:00 am

Childrenâs Programs

*Shakespeare For Children: The Serendipity Players of Sabrinaâs Encore Productions will offer their unique interpretation of Midsummer Nightâs Dream, with an original score, on Sunday, February 10, at 2 pm, in the libraryâs meeting room.

The performance is recommended for ages 5 and up.

*Yoga Demo For Children â lions, tigers and bears, oh my! â¦and maybe some Cobras, Trees and Frogs too!

Kids and teens can be pretty stressed out and over-stimulated. Young people can benefit from yoga. While strengthening and stretching they can also develop concentration, focus and body awareness, and just feel good!

Karen Pierce, a Newtown resident, yoga instructor and the author ofÂ YogaBear: Yoga for Youngsters, is offering a demo class on Friday, February 22, at 10 am for kids ages 4-7. Copies of her book will be available for purchase on the day of the program.Â If youâve got kids who could benefit from a little time unplugged from technology and plugged in to themselves, then you wonât want to miss this!

Programs For

Young Adults

*New YA Health database is online!

Teen Health & Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers, can be accessed directly from our webpage both at home and in the library; visit biblio.org/YAWebSpot and look for the link for Teen health & Wellness â New! under the photo in the center of the page.

This comprehensive database is set up for teens to research health-related issues important to their well-being. Itâs a user-friendly research and report tool as well as a self-help resource. The content is updated regularly and checked for accuracy. Young adults and those who care about them will find that this resource is something they can refer to often.

Â Programs For Adults

*Book Discussions: Upcoming discussions will cover The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory on Monday, February 11, at 1 pm, hosted by the Daytime Book Discussion Group; and Girls of Tender Age by Mary Anne Tirrone Smith on Thursday, February 17, 7:30 pm, hosted by the Evening Book Discussion Group. Newcomers are always welcome by all of these groups.

*Searching For Shakespeare: Februaryâs featured title in our ongoing Searching For Shakespeare series will be King Lear.

Please join us on Tuesday, February 12, at 7 pm, for a screening of the 1997 film starring Ian Holme; a lecture by Dr Mark Schenker on Tuesday, February 26, at 7 pm; and/or a discussion of the play led by Professor Bill OâConnell on Thursday, February 28, at 7 pm.

*Book Nook: Love is in the air! Find the perfect book for your valentine at The Book Nook. Look for all new selections in the fiction categories.

The library is open Monday through Thursday and Saturday, 9:30 am to 8 pm; Friday from 11 am to 5 pm; and Sunday from noon to 5 pm. The library, at 25 Main Street, can be reached at 426-4533 or visit CHBoothLibrary.org.

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Dan was a real gentleman. I had the honor of knowing him for about 10 years from high school and into early adulthood. He was always upbeat and amiable. His love of golf was boundless. I remember him droning on about the type of wedge this or that professional golfer was playing at any given time. He loved to play also. Dan made the winning putt that clinched a championship for NHS men’s golf in 1984. It was a snaking, downhill putt that few people would have had the nerve or imagination to have holed at such a critical moment. It was magic!! You are a true gem, Dan. May your eternal reward be endless days of long, straight drives and the sound of difficult putts finding the bottom of the hole.

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Congratulations John! This is quite a feat & shows a lot of perseverance, endurance, & commitment while becoming more healthy & having fun! The ultimate achievement! Wishing u a long healthy life!

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“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” The 1st Amendment does NOT say "except when there's a budget problem, or when some people wish things would quiet down." There is no way a proposed ordinance can be construed as other than singling out RockthisDemocracy, and also no way the town does not get expensively buried in court should it be foolish enough to go down this path.

Assembly Ordinance?

The Editor suggest a meeting between the "Rock This Democracy " and the Police Commission. As a former Police Commissioner the Chief should have followed the chain of command and discussed this with the Police Commission. The Chief reports to the Elected Police Commission not our Republican First Selection. Can't help but feel this is Republican politics again making an issue out of a non issue.

I support Chief Kullgren’s request to explore permitting, and cost-sharing for large gatherings. The right to protest is a cornerstone of our democracy, and I fully support the constitutional right to free speech and assembly. However, where and how often these protests occur matters. Main Street is not just a symbol — it’s a vital artery for daily life in town. When events are held there monthly, and at increasing scale, they cause disruption to residents, businesses, and traffic. While the Rock This Democracy group may describe these protests as unique or urgent, the frequency — roughly once every two weeks this spring — suggests more of a recurring series than a singular, spontaneous moment of civic expression. This isn’t about silencing anyone. It’s about fairness, public safety, and fiscal responsibility. Every time a protest happens, our police department is forced to assign resources, often on overtime. That expense adds up quickly. If any group wants to use public space regularly, particularly in a way that impacts traffic and requires police presence, then it’s reasonable for the town to consider permitting and cost-sharing — just as we do for other organized events like races, festivals, or parades. Let’s protect everyone’s rights — including the right of the community to function smoothly and the right of taxpayers not to bear undue cost for repeated events. I trust the Council to consider a reasonable path forward that balances speech with responsibility.

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