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Upcoming Programs
Teen Summer Reading Challenge
(Ages 13-18)
The Challenge begins July 1st and ends August 31st.
Reading Logs will be available for pick-up at the Library on or
after July 1st.
The
Challenge:
· Read 1 or more books this summer
· Attend at least 1 Teen Even (Full
Listing of Events)
· Turn in your Reading Logs by August 31st
Complete these tasks, hand in your Reading Log by August 31st
and be entered to win:
· A
booklovers gift basket, including a travel mug, a gift certificate
to Borders, and other bookworm worthy gifts!
Writer’s Circle
Reunion
Thursday, July
9th at 6:30
Register June
15th
If you have
attended any writing workshop at the Torrington Library, we would
love for you to join us for this one evening reunion. Stop by and
catch up with fellow workshop participants and let everyone know how
your work is going or if you have started something new. Bring
along your past and current work and share with the group. This is
an informal get together to exchange ideas, catch up and get
inspired. Light refreshments will be served. If you have not
attended a workshop, you’re welcome to join us and get to know other
writers in the area.
Genealogy for
Beginners by Richard Pope
Thursday, July 16th
at 6:30
Register July 1st
Join Richard Pope
as he discusses how to begin your genealogy research. All skill
levels are welcome to join in this evening.
PBS Film: Frida
Kahlo (90 Minutes)
Thursday, July 23rd
at 6:30
Register July 1st
Explore the life
and work of Frida Kahlo, the Mexican painter, whose work inspired
millions. This is a must see documentary for those who love and
appreciate art.
Making Freedom: The
Extraordinary Life of Venture Smith
Author Discussion
and Book Signing with Chandler Saint
Thursday, July 30th
at 6:30
Register July 1st
Join author,
Chandler Saint, as he discusses his latest book, Making Freedom:
The Extraordinary Life of Venture Smith.
The book includes a wealth
of illustrations, a timeline, and Smith's original 1798 narrative in
facsimile form. The book will be available to purchase that evening
for $25.00.
A Note About Programming
All programs are free and open to the public, but registration is
required.
Donations are appreciated to help defer the cost of programming.
A donation box is available in the
Program Room
before and after each program.
We appreciate your support and
we look forward to seeing you at the Library.
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