Learn local history, catch a movie, work on a puzzle at Derby Neck Library

DERBY - The Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne will host a variety of educational and fun activities in July.

Dinner and a Movie

At 5:30 p.m. July 7, the Library hosts Dinner and a Movie, for ages 18 and older.  

This month’s feature film is the comedy “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2,” shown in blu-ray on a large screen.  

Free refreshments are served throughout, including a pizza dinner at intermission.  

Registration is suggested, but not required.

Osborndale Farm history

At 2 p.m. July 11, the Library hosts a power-point presentation by local history researcher Patricia Sweeney on “The History of Frances Osborne Kellogg’s Osborndale Farm.”  

This event will feature history of the farm from its beginnings, as well as Mrs. Kellogg’s interest in gardening, and her career as an environmentalist.  

Seminar on SATs 

At 6 p.m. July 14 the Library presents a free seminar describing the new SAT format which has not yet been made public knowledge.  

Ellis Ratner will teach both students and parents about this vital topic.  

Registration requested.

Women's Forum

At 12:30 p.m. July 18 the Library hosts the monthly event, Women’s Forum.  

This discussion group focuses on local history, poetry, and short stories.  

This month we discuss two short stories about unusual marriages - “The Biography of Blade” by Zona Gale and “The Whistle” by Eudora Welty; copies are available at the library. You may wish to bring a light lunch; we serve free coffee and tea.  

Tech Talks

At 6 p.m. July 18 and again at 10:30 a.m. July 20, the Library presents Tech Talks, a monthly program that explains what is new in technology and how to best use it for your own needs.  

This month’s topic is “Cutting the Cord,” which describes how to eliminate traditional telephone and cable television bills, as well as focusing on services like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime.  

Puzzle fun

At 2 p.m. July 19, the Library hosts a teen and tween event—“Teen 3-D Puzzles.”  

Come try your luck at this new form of puzzle making and bring a friend or two.  
You may wish to work as a team or individually. Prizes will be awarded and all completed puzzles are yours to keep.  Registration is recommended.

Evening Book Club 

At 6:30 p.m. July 25 the Library hosts the Evening Book Club. This discussion group focuses on shorter fiction, memoirs, and sometimes non-fiction.  
All books selected are by award-winning authors.  

This month’s book is “Daisy Miller” by Henry James; copies are available at the library.  

Come join us for an informative and stimulating conversation.  

'Tabletop Gamers'

At 6 p.m. July 28 the Library begins a new club open to all teens and tweens—“Tabletop Gamers.” 

We meet each month to enjoy chess, checkers, board games, cards, dice, and more. Join us for the start-up of our newest venture.  

For details on any programs or to register call 203-734-1492.

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