Monday, December 29, 2014

Derby Neck Library to host video tourney, author talk, women's forum, more

Variety of activities slated in January
DERBY -The Derby Neck Library hosts a Teen Video Tournament featuring Super Smash Bros on Wii U from 2-4 p.m. Jan. 10.
Refreshments will be served throughout and prizes awarded. 


Bring a friend or two and challenge them to a fast-paced, fun game on a large screen TV.

Dinner and Movie
The Library hosts Dinner and a Movie for ages 18 and older at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 12.

Come and enjoy the new movie “Pride” on blu-ray. Based on a true story, this film describes the interactions of gay-activists and striking miners in the U.K. 
Refreshments will be served, as well as a dinner at intermission. 

Meet the Author
The Library hosts “Meet the Author” featuring Ansonia resident Rich Marazzi, discussing his new book “A Bowlful of Memories” from 6-7 p.m. Jan. 13.
This book commemorates the 100th anniversary of Yale Bowl by focusing on the numerous memorable football games and concerts that have been held there. 
Signed copies will be available for purchase. 

Music and Movement
The Library presents Bedtime Music and Movement featuring Miss Kathi at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 14. Wear your pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal to sing and dance under indoor stars.  

Writers' Round
At 6:30 p.m. Jan. 15 the Library hosts Writers’ Round a workshop for writers of all types—poetry, prose, fiction, scripts and more. Bring your original works to share and spark your creativity by writing from our prompts.  

Women's Forum
The Library presents Women’s Forum a monthly literary discussion group that focuses on short stories, poetry, history, and more at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 19.
This month we start a New Year with poetry on beginnings (provided by the moderator). Bring a light lunch. We serve free coffee and tea.  

Tech Talks
The Library presents Tech Talks, a series focused on new technology and how best to use it for your needs, will be held at 6 p.m. Jan. 19. 
This month will feature operating PowerPoint. This same discussion also will be held at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 21.

Book club
At 6:30 p.m. Jan. 26 the Library hosts the Evening Book Club. Each month we meet in our comfortable Reading Room to discuss a memoir, fiction, or non-fiction book.
All books are award-winners by noted authors. 
Copies are available because of the generosity of the Friends’ Club.

For information on any of the library's programs call 203-734-1492.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.


This is a press release from Pat Sweeney, reference librarian, Derby Neck Library.

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