Now On View

*On the Road: A photographic essay of the cross country bike trip taken by Faith and Peter Vicinanza will be on view until September 28. The exhibition is called “On The Road: A Photographic Essay by Faith & Peter Vicinanza,” and is will also contain gallery quality digital print images from the past 15 years by the couple as well as new work done during the past two years.

An opening reception is planned for this weekend. The public is invited to view the photos and meet the Vicinanzas on Sunday, September 9, from 2 to 4 pm.

Adult Programs

*Book Discussions: Upcoming book discussions include the Dytime Book Group talking about One True Thing by Anna Quindlen on Monday, September 10, at 1 pm; and the Evening Book Group discussing Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen on Thursday, September 20, at 7:30 pm.

Newcomers are always welcome to join these discussions.

*Independent Film Series: The next film in the Independent Film Series will be Something Like Happiness on Thursday, September 13, at 7 pm.

Please note the date and time change! (The screening was previously scheduled for Tuesday, September 11, at 7:30 pm.)

While her boyfriend pursues wealth and success in America, Monika waits, ever hopeful that he will arrange for her to join him. Meanwhile, Tanik has fled his stifling conservative family and lives with an eccentric aunt: together they struggle to defend her derelict farmhouse against the encroaching industrial development.

*Author Talk and Book Signing: Bethel author Thomas Craughwell will discuss his book, Stealing Lincoln’s Body on Tuesday, September 18, at 7:30 pm.

With charm and authority, Mr Craughwell offers an illuminating portrait of 19th Century America as he writes of the origins of the Secret Service, counterfeiting in America, the rambunctious growth of Chicago, and the assassination of a beloved President. Copies of Mr Cruaghwell’s book will be available for sale at the time of the talk.

*Searching For Shakespeare: A Shakespeare lecture series is kicking off in September with a discussion of the bard’s sonnets. Copies of the featured sonnets are available at the library to borrow or purchase ($4). Please ask at the circulation desk. 

The play to be discussed in September will be Julius Caesar.

A screening of the 1953 film starring Marlon Brando will be offered at the library on Tuesday, September 11, at 7 pm.

Join us at Mocha Coffee House on Thursday, September 20, at 7 pm, for the first discussion program. Professor Bill O’Connell will moderate the discussion.

Additional events focusing on Julius Caesar will include a lecture led by Dr Mark Schenker, Associate Dean at Yale College, on Tuesday, September 25, at 7 pm; and a play discussion led by Newtown residents Joyce Goldin and Peg Jacques on Tuesday, September 27, at 7 pm.

The series will continue until March, with lectures and programs focusing on a different play each month. Stop by the library or visit us online to pick up a schedule.

*Book Nook News: The Book Nook is the best little bookstore in Newtown with a great selection of gently used and new books. Please stop by. We may have exactly what you’ve been looking for.

C.H. Booth Library, at 25 Main Street, can be reached by calling  426-4533. For additional information visit CHBoothLibrary.org.