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Rocky Hill Reader February2017 Edition Newsletter Sponsored by the Friends of the Cora J. Belden Library
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Events Include: 10:15-11:30 am Playgroup Plus 2 pm Family Concert with Evan Gottfried Celebrate the children's classic "Harold and the Purple Crayon" with fun activities all day. Take a selfie with Harold. Make your own "purple" art. Guess how many purple candies are in the jars. Fun for the whole family! Registration NOT required.
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Check out our calendar for upcoming events and to register online.
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Connecticut's African American Heroines February 7, 2017 Join us for an interactive multi-media program by the Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame and learn about some of Connecticut's most remarkable African American heroines. Registration requested.
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Health & Wellness: Magnificent Memory Tuesday, February 21, 6:30 pm Dr. Heidi Klughers, a naturopathic physician, will discuss factors that affect memory, and ways to preserve, protect and improve your memory. (Rescheduled from January) Registration requested.
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Long-Term Care: What You Need to Know! Tuesday, February 28, 6:30pm Everything you need to know to protect your retirement savings and assets should you need long term care. Registration required.
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Coloring for Adults
Join us Wednesday nights for coloring for adults! Coloring pages and pencils will be provided, just bring yourself! No sign up needed. Wednesdays starting @ 6:00 pm (come anytime up until 7:45 pm) AND calling all colorers. We need help decorating the library. Stop by and pick up a snowflake - color it and we will put on display. Coloring has many benefits including stress relief.
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Knitting
Tuesdays 11am - 12:30 pm
Come join our group of knitters and other crafters. All skill levels welcome.
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Calling all Artists! Would you like to display your art? We have display space available. Please click link for more information and an application.
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SCORE Small Business Workshop Social Media Strategy February 2 @ 10 am Join us for a workshop series sponsored by the Greater Hartford Chapter of SCORE to learn how to better market your business! Please call SCORE to register at 860-519-5851.
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Windows 10 February 7 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Getting Started with Android Phones and Tablets February 14 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Getting Started with Windows 10 February 21 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Getting Started with Android Phones and Tablets February 28 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
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Be a Library Super User Monday, February 6, 2 pm OR 7 pm Get the most out of your library card! Did you know that the library can save you money? Learn how you can access downloadable books, magazines, audiobooks, graphic novels, movies, music, online classes, resume review, training, legal forms, and more for FREE. Registration Requested.
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Getting Started with Social Media Monday, February 13, 2pm OR 7pm Learn what social media and social networks are and hear an introduction to some of the most popular and useful sites including Yelp, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Registration Requested
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E-Learning and Job Resources Monday, February 27, 2 pm OR 7 pm The Cora J. Belden Library offers a variety of options for electronic learning and job resources. Come to this talk for an introduction to online classes, resume assistance, and more that are all offered for FREE! Registration Requested.
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Monthly Makerspace Wednesday, February 15, 5:30pm-7:30pm This program is for all ages! Join us for our Monthly Makerspace at the Cora J. Belden Library! This program will consist of two hours of free time to come play with and learn the latest DIY tech, complete Maker projects, converse and network with fellow makers, be creative, and more. We will have available for use: our Maker Bot Replicator 3D printer, 3D scanner, Arduinos (along with a Sparkduino mini-robot), Raspberry Pis, Makey Makeys, Windows 10 PCs with various Maker and coding software, a Stop Motion Video station, as well as random Maker materials for completing projects such as paper circuits, wearable electronics, and more. Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required, just drop in. Any Makers who would like to display their wares or host a table: please contact Mike at 860-258-7623 or mmurphy@rockyhillct.gov.
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One on One Tech Help Call the Information Desk at 860-258-7623 to set up a personal appointment for: * Tech Support for all devices * Research Assistance * Lessons on how to download free ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, music and more! * Genealogy Tips
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SCORE - Business Counseling Sessions1st Monday of each month, 12:30 pm-4:30 pm(1 hour appointments) (NOTE: Second Monday during months of January, July & September) The library is now partnering with SCORE - a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship. SCORE has nearly 50 years of experience in providing mentors, workshops, counseling and tools for growing businesses. SCORE is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration. One hour counseling appointments are available at the library on the 1st Monday of every month.
Contact the Information Desk @ 860-258-7623 for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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Personal Job Search Help, Resume Review and MoreEvery other Tuesdaywith 1/2 appointments starting at 10 am. One on one assistance offered in conducting job searches and preparing for interviews. A Human Resources Consultant will also review your resume for free.
Contact the Information Desk @ 860-258-7623 for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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Conversational ESL Thursdays @ 10:30am Join us for an informal, fun meeting of people who are just beginning to learn English or who would like an opportunity to practice their English. Volunteers will lead the group. Contact the Information Desk @ 860-258-7623 for more information.
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Unless otherwise noted all movies are Mondays at 6:30, Thursdays at 6:00 and Fridays at 1:00 p.m. Please note: No movies on January 2 & January 16. - · Doors open 30 minutes prior to start time
- · Movie capacity is 40 people
- · For Safety Reasons: PLEASE do not enter after movie has begun
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HooplaDid you know that we have free streaming movies (in addition to books, audiobooks, comic books, music and more)?
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5 SullyMonday, February 6 Thursday, February 9 Friday, February 10
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Jason BourneMonday, February 20 - No Movie Thursday, February 12 Friday, February 24
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The Library's regular hours are as follows:
Monday through Thursdays 10 am - 8 pm Fridays and Saturdays 10 am - 5 pm Sundays 12 noon to 4 pm NOTE: The Library will also be closed on Monday, February 20 for the President's Day Holiday.
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Wednesday, February 1 @ 6:30 pm
Black Fridays by Michael Sears Struggling to rebuild his life after a two-year prison term for unscrupulous choices, former Wall Street hotshot Jason Stafford is tapped by an investment firm to investigate the suspicious death of a junior trader.
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Wednesday, March 1 @ 6:30 pm Guilt by Association by Marcia Clark One of the prosecutors during the O. J. Simpson trial offers a debut legal thriller in which Los Angeles D.A. Rachel Knight must try to bounce back from her grief over the murder of her colleague, Jake, if she is ever going to take over his toughest case, but she finds herself risking her reputation--and her life--to dig even deeper into Jake's death.
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Cora Creates: Valentine's Craft Wednesday, February 8: 3-5pm We'll be decorating mason jars for the holiday. Registration required.
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**Registration Requested for Some Programs Sign up for Winter Literacy Classes now. Literacy Classes begin the week of January 16, 2017 Go online to our calendar for more information or call the library at 860-258-7621
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Take Your Child to the Library Day Saturday, February 4, 2 pm See beginning of newsletter for more information.
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Toddler Time Thursdays, 10:15am-11am January 19 & 26 and February 2, 9, 16 & 23 For children 24-36 months with an adult (Siblings welcome!) Join Miss Cathy to share books, join in circle activities, sing songs and do group readings.
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Cr-afternoon Mondays, 4:15pm-5pm January 23 & 30 and February 13 For children ages 3-6 years old on their own. Join Miss Robin for this event to listen to stories, participate in songs and a craft.
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-OLOGY for Grades 3-6 Wednesdays, 4:15pm-5pm January 18 & 25 and February 1, 8, 15 & 22 For children in grades 3-6 on their own Join Miss Jen to discover something new each week with this workshop that starts with the popular OLOGY book series and ends with amazing hands-on activities.
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Google Computer Science Workshop - Art with Scratch Programming
Tuesday February 14 until Tuesday, April 4. 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Join Miss Cathy to create and share your own digital stories with Scratch using library computers. Use the computer to design your own digital works of art! Use the computer to design your own animations, create a paint editor tool, and learn how technology is used in the art world. No previous computer experience is necessary. For children in grades 3-5. Registration required. Limit 9. Registration is for entire 8 week session
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Playgroup Plus! Every Wednesday AND Bonus Playgroup Plus sessions on Saturdays, February 4, 11, 18 & 25 10:15am to 11:30am Join us at 10:15am for stories, songs and more
Stay for free play with a special set of toys in the Stepney Room. For babies, toddlers and preschoolers with an adult.
Registration not required.
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Family Make-It, Take-It
Meets every Thursday evening. 6pm-7:30pm For families with children ages 3 and up.
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Daily Craft Cart: Penguin Get your supplies at the Children's Department.
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Minecraft Club, Grades 2-5 Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16 & 23 The library has set up a Minecraft server that you can use to play together with your friends. In order to use the ser ver, you must own the PC version of Minecraft, have a valid library card number, and be accepted into the server by visiting the library. Contact Miss Cathy for more details. NEW: 2nd graders welcomed!
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Art Start Friday, February 3, 10:30 am Visit the library for an art story and project. We'll explore different mediums: collage, paint and more! For ages 2 and up with an adult. Limited to 15 children. Please register child only.
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Ring in the Morning with Miss Robin Friday, February 10 & 24 @ 10:15 am Join Miss Robin for a story, music and play. A great way to start the day! For children birth to five years old accompanied by an adult. Registration not required.
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LEGO Free Play
Friday, February 17 10:30am-12noon for ages 2 and up
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Minecraft for Grades 6-12Minecraft is changing nights and hours. Please contact Mike for information about new dates. Do you like Minecraft? Come to the library and game with your friends on the library's own Minecraft server! Users can log into the server from anywhere they have an internet connection. Further, the library has meeting times once a week so that you can game together with your friends!
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2nd Annual 5k Run/Walk & Kids Run - April 8, 2017 Registration for 2017 Rocky Hill CJB Library 5K Road Race & Kids Run is open. Come Run/Walk and support the library on Saturday, April 8, 2017! We also have course video. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Please contact us for more information.
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Please also consider supporting the library by joining the Friends of the Cora J. Belden Library. The Friends are also collecting new or nearly new books for their ongoing book sales. Due to space limitations, we are unable to accept older items. Please check with the Information Desk for information on what to do with old books. All proceeds from memberships, auction items, book sales go towards library programming and more! The Friends of the Library would like to thank the following the following 2017 Road Race Sponsors:
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Featured Resource Cora J. Belden Library offers a library version of lynda.com: an online library of video tutorials for business and software skills that are current and in high demand.
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