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1940: A Doorway to the Future

2/16/2017

 
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1940: A Doorway to the Future
Thursday, March 16th at 6:30
Registration begins March 1st
Held in the Community Room

The women of the 1940's planted the seeds for the feminist movements of the sixties. The arts opened the door for Icons of music, launched literary careers, and introduced us to the future superstars of stage and screen.  Drawing on the necessities of World War ll, medicine and science made meteoric advances paving the way for space travel, nuclear medicine, and the conquest of diseases that were death sentences only a few decades ago. 1940's fashions showcase the combination of elegance and modernity. The 40s drove changes in our behavior and thinking that provided the inroads for changes in law and approach to civil rights. Presented by Trish Chambers. 

Call 860-489-6684 to register or register online at http://www.torringtonlibrary.org/event-registration.html


The Kerry Boys-Irish Music Event!

2/1/2017

 
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The Kerry Boys
Thursday, March 2nd at 6:30
Registration begins February 15th
Held in the Community Room
 
The Kerry Boys are Mark James, originally from the county Kerry Ireland now a Cheshire, CT resident, and Pierce Campbell (CT State Troubadour 2007/08) from Prospect, CT. From their first meeting, these two dynamic and popular Connecticut performers combined their talents to form an exciting Irish music duo. 23 years and 4 CD's later, they are still dazzling fans of all ages from Maine to Pennsylvania with their humorous high-energy performances and engaging style of Irish ballads and sea songs. 

What makes The Kerry Boys so special is the rare combination of talents that Mark and Pierce possess. Both are strong vocalists and instrumentalists with Mark playing guitar and Pierce playing mandolin, guitar and banjo. This enables them to sing pristine harmonies rarely heard anymore, while backing them up with powerful and expressive instrumentation. Their performances are truly a shared experience as they engage audiences of all ages in singing and clapping.

​Call 860-489-6684 to register or register online at www.torringtonlibrary.org

Language of Love

1/9/2017

 
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Language of Love
Thursday, February 9th at 6:30
Registration begins January 16th
Held in the Program Room

Join us as we exploring the great romance writers - past and present- just in time for Valentine’s Day.  How has the language of love changed? Some writers were romantics on paper but rascals in person! You will also step away from the evening with a something special to bring home to your loved one! This is a must-see evening and will we presented by Library Director, Jessica Gueniat.

​Call 860-489-6684 to register or register online at http://www.torringtonlibrary.org/event-registration.html

Powerful Beyond Measure

12/22/2016

 
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Powerful Beyond Measure
Thursday, January 19th at 6:30
Registration begins January 3rd
Held in the Community Room

Join Cynthia Mazzaferro as she teaches how positivity and negatively can affect you physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Self esteem and self love will be discussed and tools will be taught to strategies and play integral part in changes in your life. Cynthia will be available at 5:30 to sell and sign copies of her new book, "Powerful Beyond Measure - 3 Steps to Claim Your Power Within for a Happy & Healthy Life."

​Call 860-489-6684 to register or register online at http://www.torringtonlibrary.org/event-registration.html

Documenting the Dead with Dustin Pari

8/18/2016

 
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Join "Ghost Hunters" cast member, Dustin Pari on Friday, September 30th at 7:00pm as he presents Documenting the Dead! 

Self-proclaimed “paranormal rock star” Dustin Pari, best known for his investigative work on the shows “Ghost Hunters,” “Ghost Hunter’s International,” and “Destination Truth,” will enthrall you with a brief history of spiritualism (séances, spirit photography and Ouija boards) followed by an explanation of the three different types of spiritual entities in the unseen world: residual, intelligent, and the most frightening, inhuman.

This event is FREE and open to everyone. Seating is limited and registration is required. Please call 860-489-6684 to reserve your seat(s) today!  Or click here to register online! 



A Supernatural Evening!

7/1/2016

 
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Join us on August 4th at 6:30 for A Supernatural Evening with Jeff Belanger.

For over 15 years Jeff Belanger has been exploring the unexplained. He seeks out ghosts, monsters, and legends all over the world and in your backyard. His talk presents highlights from his own adventures, a look at the investigation process, and compelling audio and visual paranormal evidence. Not just ghost stories, Belanger will delve into the reasons behind the phenomena. Jeff Belanger is the leading lecturer on legends and paranormal phenomena. Jeff brings a suitcase full of evidence, a multimedia presentation, over 18 years of experience, and a lot of personality to the subject of the unexplained making it both entertaining and accessible to a wide audience. In addition to being the author of more than a dozen books published in six languages, Jeff has been on countless radio and television programs discussing the topic. He's lectured at many conferences, libraries, colleges, universities, and other functions around the world. In 2014, he gave his first TEDx talk in New York City, he spoke at MENSA's national conference, and he's an Emmy-nominated television host and producer. Registration begins July 15th.
 
Program will be held at Coe Park Memorial Civic Center. Co-sponsored by Torrington Parks and Recreation! The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register, call the library at 860-4896684 or click here.

DIY Spring Planters

3/18/2016

 
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Create your own Spring Planters on Thursday, April 7th at 6:00pm. Registration begins March 15th

Decorate pretty spring mini-planters just in time for the arrival of the warm weather! We’ll also have seeds and soil so you can put your planters to use! Registration is limited to 15.

Register online or by calling 860-489-6684
 


Irish Music with Tom O'Carroll

2/1/2016

 
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Join Tom O'Carroll on Thursday, March 3rd at 6:30 as he sings Irish songs and tells wild tales from Ireland! O'Carroll is an Irish folksinger and humorist from Dublin. His quick wit, scholarship and virtuosity on a variety of musical instruments have made him popular with audiences in libraries, cultural events, colleges and high schools throughout the U.S. Tom has been singing the songs and playing the tunes of his native Ireland for over 30 years. He enlivens these programs with his trademark humor and incredible stock of stories and anecdotes.

Registration begins February 15th.  Register by calling 860-489-6684 or online. 

Held at Coe Park Civic Center. Doors open at 6:00pm.


Valentine's Day Craft Night for Adults

12/29/2015

 
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Join us for a special Valentine's Craft Night for adults on Thursday, January 28th from 6:00-7:30! We provide the supplies and you relax and have fun! This is the perfect chance to make a loved-one a special gift! 

Registration is limited and begins January 4th. Call 860-489-6684 to register or register online. 

Christmas Present Wrapping Program!

11/19/2015

 
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From 6:00-7:30 on Thursday, December 17th we will be playing classic holiday films (like Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and Frosty) and we will have an assortment of holiday wrapping paper and DIY gift tag materials available.

Bring your presents to wrap (we're kindly asking that you limit it to 5 per family), get into the holiday spirit, have some cookies and coco, and make your own special gift tags--most of all--have fun!

Perfect for the whole family and a great way to relax before the holidays! We will provide wrapping paper and supplies!

This is a drop in event anytime between 6:00 and 7:30, but we do ask that you register in advance so we know how many people to expect. Register by calling 860-489-6684 or online!

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Torrington, CT  06790
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​10:00am-6:00pm  - Monday, Tuesday, Friday
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