Now On View

*When Fall Comes to New England: Tom Kretsch, who grew up in Newtown and graduated from high school too many years ago to count, enjoyed a successful career as a teacher in the Norwalk Public Schools for 36 years.

His passion for photography has evolved over the years and he has exhibited his work in art shows throughout New England. “When Fall Comes to New England” is a collection of Tom’s photos, all with an autumnal theme, that have been put on view in the lower community room. They will remain on view until December 5.

His business name Peaceful Places (www.PeacefulPlacesPhoto.com) speaks volumes as to the focus of his work; peaceful and soothing images that take you to places where you might like to spend some time alone or with good friends. Mostly self-taught, Tom studied at the Maine School of Photography and learned much from the great masters of photography about color, shape, form and most importantly light.

*First and Second Floor Display Cases: Cross-stitch samplers made by library staff and Newtown residents are on view this month.

 

Chocolate For The Holidays

*The library is selling Book Lover’s and Wine Lover’s Chocolate in a variety of flavors for $6 a box.

All proceeds benefit the library.

 

Children’s Programs

*NEW THIS WEEK — Green Golly and the Treasure of Light: Flute Sweet & Tickletooon is back with the sequel to Green Golly & Her Golden Flute, on Friday, December 3, at 4 pm. Green Golly escapes the tower and finds a treasure chest filled with sheet music that transports her to holiday celebrations around the globe.

The program is for ages 5 to adult, and online registration is requested.

*George Seurat and Pointillism: Artist and educator Randi Rote will explain Pointillism and the works of artist George Seurat on Wednesday, November 17 (originally announced as November 10), at 4:15 pm, for ages 5-9.

Participants will create their own masterpieces in the artist’s signature style. Online registration is requested, and a $3 material fee is due on the day of the program.

*Thanksgiving Craft with Marie Walker: Stuff a pillow for Thanksgiving on Monday, November 15, at 4:15 pm.

Ages 6-9 are invited to make a small pillow that says Give Thanks. A $3 material fee is due on the day of the program, but registration should be done online in advance.

 

Young Adult Programs

*Cancellation: Young Writers’ Salon, which was scheduled for Sunday, November 14, will not be held this year. 

*Book Launch: On Saturday, November 13, from 1 to 2:30, meet author Kathleen Kudlinski at her book launch party for her spectacular new book about wildlife and Native Americans, Horse Indian Wolf.

This family program for kids age 7 and up features a slide show, Native American craft, snacks, and face painting, and includes a book signing, with copies of the book available to purchase for $17. All proceeds benefit the library.

 

Programs for Adults

*Book Groups: The Evening Book Discussion Group will meet on Thursday, November 18, at 7:30 pm, to discuss John Irving’s Last Night at Twisted River; The Non-Fiction Book Group will meet on Tuesday, December 7, at 1 pm, to discuss Tracey Kidder’s The Strength in What Remains; and The Daytime Book Group will discuss The Help by Katherine Stockett on Tuesday, December 14, at 1 pm.

*Author Talk and Book Signing: Join us on Tuesday, November 30, at 7 pm, for a talk with Cathryn Prince, author of A Professor, A President and a Meteor.

This is a fascinating vignette of Federal Period America when science on this continent was still in its infancy, but was just beginning to make its mark. When a firey meteor crash in 1807 lit up the dark early-morning sky in Weston, Connecticut, it did more than startle a few farmers in the sleepy village. It sparked the curiosity of Benjamin Stillman, whose rigorous investigation of the incident started a chain of events that eventually brought the once-low standing of American science to sudden international prominence.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the time of the talk and refreshments will be served. Registration is not needed.

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.