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By SHANNON HICKS

Published: Sep 12, 2008 12:00 am

Now On View

*Seeing Red: The Scrapbag Art Quilters are displaying their latest creations on the main level of the library.Â The exhibit of art quilts, called âSeeing Red,âÂ will be on display through October 2.

*Banned Book Week: Celebrate your right to read and visit our display of banned books. Placards explaining the history of censorship in the United States will be displayed throughout the library.Â Banned Book Week is celebrated September 27-October 4.

Recent Additions

*Sign up for New Weekly Alerts: Sign up for free weekly alerts to learn about our libraryâs newest books, DVDs, and CDs by visiting the CH Booth Library website at CHBoothLibrary.org and clicking on the wowbrary link.

Every Wednesday you will receive an email with a list of the libraryâs most recent purchases in a variety of categories.

*The Playaways are Here: Booth Library has purchased 5o book titles on the new playaway format.

Itâs a player! Itâs an audiobook!Â Itâs the all-in-one playaway!Â Small, convenient and portable, the playaway is the perfect size to take anywhere you want to listen to a great story.

Check out the new collection at the adult circulation desk.

Young Adult Programs

*Young Adult Council will have its first meeting of the season on Monday, September 22, from 3 to 5 pm, in the libraryâs meeting room.

This group of Newtown students in grades 6 and up meets monthly to talk about books weâve read, plan library programs, and do volunteer work at the library. All meetings are open â come with a friend or just drop in.

We always have snacks and a good time. Contact Mrs Brown, YA Librarian, for more information or to get on our mailing list.Â

Adult And FamilyÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Programs

*September Book Talks: Book discussions for many groups will resume in September. Multiple copies of featured books are available at the circulation desk, and everyone is welcome to join the talks.

The Evening Book Group will discuss Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin on Thursday, September 18, at 7:30 pm.

*Selling on eBay: Wednesday, September 24, at 1 or 7 pm.

Start earning the eBay way. Come learn how with eBay educational specialist Kerri Cartelli. The Sandy Hook resident will give an overview on how to sell, set up your seller account, and receive payments through PayPal. There is a gold mine in your attic.

Call the library to reserve a place.

*Newcomers and Neighbors Open House: Learn more about Newtown Newcomers at their annual open house on Thursday, September 25, from 5-8 pm, in the library meeting room. Refreshments will be served.

The childrenâs library will host a drop in craft for all ages in the story hour room from 5:30 to 7 pm (young children need to be supervised by an adult.

*Coming in October: The Peopleâs Choice, A Mini Series.

In America it seems like politics is about doing whatever you have to do to get elected. Sometimes itâs low and dirty, sometimes itâs taking cheap shots, but if you donât get the peopleâs vote you end up as a minor footnote in the history books.

During this election season we will read and discuss a classic novel (All The Kingâs Men, October 15), watch and discuss a hit film (Primary Colors, October 22), and hear a lecture featuring the music and history of the 1856 US Presidential campaign (date TBA). Details on all three programs will be forthcoming.

C.H. Booth Library is open Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am to 8 pm; Friday from 11 am to 5 pm; Saturday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm; and Sunday from noon to 5 pm (closed Sundays in July and August).

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Here is how Wilton's elected officials supported their budget, From the Wilton Paper: Please join us at the Annual Town Meeting (ATM) on Tuesday, May 6 and cast your vote on the Board of Selectmen and Board of Education budgets, as well as the mill rate and bonding referendums — collectively known as the ‘ATM Recommendations’. These recommendations reflect our community’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, outstanding education, and effective town services.

Says Referendum Process ‘Lacking Leadership’

The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

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I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

The Voters Chose Newtown

The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

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