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Rocky Hill Reader October 2017 Edition Newsletter Sponsored by the Friends of the Cora J. Belden Library
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New Fall Hours- Open Sundays!
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Fall Hours Monday - Thursday: 10 am -8 pm Friday and Saturday: 10 am -5 pm Sunday: 12 pm -4 pm We will be closed Monday, Oct 9th for Columbus Day.
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Saturday 10/14: 11 am-4:30 pm Exclusive pre-sale for Friends Members at 10 -11 am Membership forms available at the door Sunday 10/15: 12-3:30 pm; fill a bag $7 Shop our great selection! Most items $1 and under You can support the library at our annual book sale and stock up on some great reads. Your contribution makes a lasting difference.
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Please consider supporting the library by joining the Friends of the Cora J. Belden Library. All proceeds from memberships, auction items, and book sales go towards library programming and more!
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This Month's Featured Sponsor: 397 Cromwell Ave Rocky Hill, CT Stop by and try these delicious seasonal flavors- Cider Doughnut and Caramel Pumpkin Mousse!
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Cardholder Perks- Ticket Give Aways
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Bushnell Theater, Hartford, CT Two tickets- for you- just hit send! Simply reply to this newsletter and tell us the title of the last book you read that made you laugh. That's all you need to do! Winners will be notified. Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy this show guaranteed to delight and entertain.
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Look for us at the haunted tent- we'll be there stirring up some spooky fun! Play our scavenger hunt and you could win some great prizes. BE THERE or BEWARE!
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We've got some great nights lined up for you this month that you won't want to miss! Check our calendar for more information and to register for upcoming events.
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Spooky lecture with Mathew Duman Tuesday, October 10th 6:30 pm
Registration requested.
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Natural Body Care Wellness with Dr. Nicole Klughers Tuesday, October 24th 6:30 pm Registration requested.
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Beginner Tech Classes with Mike Wednesdays 2:00 -3:00 pm October 11th: iPhone/ iPad October 18th: Android phones/ tablets October 25th: Windows 10
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Drop-in 15 minute sessions.
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We offer a great variety of ongoing programs just for you. Check our calendar or contact us at 860-258-7623 for more information.
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Free Movies @ the Library
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Unless otherwise noted showtimes are Mondays at 6:30 pm, Thursdays at 6 pm and Friday matinees at 1 pm. Doors open 30 minutes prior to start time. Capacity is 40 people. For safety reasons: Please do not enter after the movie has begun. View detailed movie summaries here. Please note there is NO MOVIE the week of October 9th.
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Wednesday, October 4th, 6:30 pm Bent Road by Lori RoyAfter the 1967 Detroit riots hit too close to home, Celia Scott and her family move back to her husband's hometown in Kansas, where his sister died under mysterious circumstances 20 years before and where Celia and two of her children struggle to adjust--especially when a local girl disappears, sending the town into a whirlwind. A first novel.
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Children & Teen Activities
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We've got a great variety of stuff planned for you! Make a friendship necklace, film a commercial for a scary movie, try-out some mini-bots and more!
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We've got something for you and your little ones- mornings, afternoons and evenings! Select sessions are ending this month-be sure to check our calendar for complete information or contact us at 860 258-7623.
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Daytime Programs Mornings: Mondays: Preschool Music and Play Tuesdays: Fun for Ones and Books & Babies Wednesdays: Playgroup Plus Thursdays: Toddler time Fridays: Art Start or LEGO Free Play Saturdays: Playgroup Plus- EVERY Saturday Afternoons: Mondays: Crafter-noon Wednesdays: On our Own Storytime
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Evening Drop-in ProgramsMondays: Music and Movement Wednesdays: Music and Play Listen to some great stories and move your body to some terrific songs. A great way to develop early literacy skills while having fun!
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Pre- School Halloween Party and Costume Parade Wednesday, October 25th 10:15-11:00 am Put on your favorite costume and get ready to trick-or-treat at the library- we're putting on a great party with crafts, games and more! Drop- in. No registration required. Check our calendar for details.
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Make a cool mirror, play some Wii U, film a scary commercial, and don't forget Minecraft - all for you this month!
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For girls in grades 3-8 Discover some real-life amazing women and make some cool stuff- including a self-love mirror and friendship necklace. Have fun. Awake your inner SHERO! Registration required.
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Tuesdays, 4:15 -5pm Registration required.
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Makerspace Saturday
Saturday, October 28th 2-4 pm Drop in and create.
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From the Director's Desk Mary Hogan
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Everyone needs Friends and we've got some great ones. Our Friends of the Cora J. Belden Library group volunteers their time by helping out at our events, running our book sales, and providing financial support. Their efforts enable us to provide extras to our patrons, like great programming, terrific summer reading prizes and more.
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Thank You Friends! October 15th -21st is the 12th annual National Friends of Libraries Week, and it’s the perfect opportunity for us to give our Friends a big shout out for all they do every single day to make a difference for our Rocky Hill community!
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The Library - out and about in the community: Come say hi to us at the Rocky Hill Fall Fest on October 14 at Elm Ridge Park Snap a picture and tag us @rhctlibrary #Rockyhillfallfest2017
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Library Hours Monday -Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm Friday and Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Sunday : 12 pm -4 pm
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