Local history, movies on tap at Derby Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library holds weekly Local History Information Sessions 

from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and from 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays.

Along with offering research assistance, the Library’s Local History Coordinator also offers information on monthly

highlighted topics. April’s topic will be Lincoln’s 

assassination.  
Actual newspapers from the time will be available to view and discuss.  

Visitors will also be invited to browse through PastPerfect,

a software program that enables users to search the Library’s progressively updated local history database.  

Assistance will also be available for research on topics such as genealogy, prominent 

local figures, major area events, and more.  

Movie matinees

The Derby Public Library continues its weekly Wednesday Movie Matinees series 

for ages 18 and over. Newly released DVDs will be shown every Wednesday at 

1 p.m.  
Light snacks will be provided. Registration is requested. 

For a list of featured films or for information on any programs, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.