Now On View

A private collector has arranged her extensive collection of pendant watches in the display case near the circulation desk. This fine collection from the 20th Century shows a wide variety of watches with Swiss movement and many different designs and finishes.

The library is very grateful to this donor for sharing her collection with us through the end of April.

Children’s Programs

*Story Time for 3-5-Year Olds: Story time registration for 3-5 year olds continues until March 23.

Children who are three on or before March 28 are eligible to register for one of the weekly story times:  Monday or Tuesday at 10 am, Tuesday at 11 am, Monday or Wednesday at 1 pm.

Register at the children’s circulation desk beginning on March 14. No phone registrations please, but additional information is available by calling 203-426-3851.

*Sensory Story Time: Registration for Sensory Story Time, a program for children ages 3-5, also continues to March 23.

This story time is designed to engage all of the senses through music, movement, stories, art and play. Participants must be a resident of Newtown to be eligible for this free program made possible by a grant from GE Capital. Sensory Story Time is led by Jessica Horvath, a certified Speech and Language Therapist. 

Class meets for six consecutive Saturday mornings  at 10:30 am beginning April 2. Parents or caregivers must remain with their child throughout the hour long program. 

For more information call the Children’s Department, 203-426-3851.

*Music Together with Julie Capuano: On Wednesday, March 23 at 10 am, Julie Capuano, director of Music Together of Newtown/Monroe, will lead families on a musical journey through singing, dancing, instrument exploration and musical play in honor of Sing With Your Child Month.

The program is recommended for ages birth to 6, and online registration is requested.

Young Adult Programs

*Watercolor Techniques Workshop for young people led by local artist Suzanne Lang on Saturday, April 9, from 1-3 pm.

Beginning with a base drawing, students will learn watercolor techniques and explore color theory to create a unique piece of artwork. Professional quality materials will be used.

There is a $6 supply fee for the workshop, which is limited to 15 students age 8-18, and registration should be done online.

*Outside-the-Box Board Games for teens and tweens: A spring break special produced by devoted gamer Eric Paradis, join us on Thursday, April 21, from 1 to 4 pm. Try your skill at unique board games like Settlers of Catan, Beowulf, Unspeakable Words and Ghost Chase.

The program is for ages 10 and up. No signup necessary – just drop in with your friends!

Adult Programs:                 New This Week

*Book Discussions: The Nonfiction Book Discussion Group will talk about Priceless by Robert K. Wittman on Tuesday, April 5, at 1 pm; The Daytime Book Discussion on Monday, April 11, at 1 pm, will concern American Pastoral by Phillip Roth; and the Evening Book Discussion will cover The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot on Thursday, April 21, at 7:30 pm.

Copies of these titles are available at the library, and newcomers are always welcome to join any of the library’s book groups.

*Poetry Reading with Doris Henderson and Alan Holder: These two poets will visit the library to read from their collections of poetry on Sunday, April 17, at 2 pm. After the reading we will have a reception with light refreshments and an opportunity to chat with the authors. Books will also be available for purchase.

Adult Programs:         Reminders

*Artscapades: Impressionism and Post-Impressionism —From Paris to Cos Cob.

Do you enjoy art but wish you knew a bit more? Would you like to be able to walk into a museum anywhere in the world and feel like you had a framework for looking at art you’ve never seen before?

If you’ve answered Yes to either these questions you may want to consider joining us for a three part art appreciation lecture series which will focus on the French Impressionists and the American Impressionists.

“Artscapades” will look at background information on each artist’s life and work, characteristics of style, as well as the relationship of the artistic movements to historical and intellectual currents of the time. The lectures are slated for Tuesdays, March 22, March 29, and April 5, at 7 pm.

Online registration is requested to assure a seat.

*“The Ropes of Life: Social Class, Responsibility and the Individual’s Struggle Against the Tide” is the new book discussion series being led by Julie Stern, a retired teacher and lecturer of literature. The series continues with Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen, to be discussed on March 23; The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, April 13; and Pride and Prejudice, April 27.

Multiple copies of each book are available at the second floor desk.

*Literature and Life: Yale College Associate Dean Mark Schenker is leading a series on James Joyce and his collection of short stories, The Dubliners.

Programs continue on Thursdays, March 24 and 31, and April 14, from 7 to 8 pm. The program is free but online registration is required.

C.H. Booth Library is at 25 Main Street in Newtown. Call 203-426-4533 or visit CHBoothLibrary.org to register for any of the above listings, and for information on additional programs and offerings.