THE BUZZ
Your Weekly Newsletter
8/8/24  
 
READ. LEARN. DISCOVER
   The Rocky Hill Library      
The Cora J. Belden Building
INCLUSIVE and FINE FREE
Summer Reading @ the Library!
June 10 - August 29
 
 You can participate using a paper sheet or online using our Beanstack app. Get the scoop here! 
Programs for Adults
All programs require registration unless indicated.
Programs and events are in-person unless noted.
You can watch our ongoing series of virtual author talks live or on demand!  Here are some upcoming highlights.
Irina Smith, PhD
Thursday 8/15 2 pm
Shelby Van Pelt
Wednesday 8/21 7 pm
Garrett Graff
Tuesday 9/10 2 pm
Honey Harvest and Tasting 
Tuesday, 8/13 6 pm  
Cathy Wolko, Beekeeper
Leaf Printed Note Cards
Tuesday, 9/10  6 pm
Denise Smith, Nature-Inspired Artist
Virtual Mini Art
On Demand for you to watch on our Youtube channel
Available the first Friday of each month!
 
Tune in to paint a mini work of art with Shannon! At each session, you will paint a different subject, learn new techniques, and create your own masterpiece in only 1 hour!
Adult Book Clubs
Mystery Book Group
Razorblade Tears
 Wednesday 9/4 6:30 pm
Millennials Book Club
Remarkably Bright Creatures
 Wednesday, 8/21 6 pm
Ongoing Classes and Programs
ESOL Group
 Conversational English
Thursdays 10:30 am
Knitting Group
All Skill Levels
 Tuesdays  11 am
 
Brain Fog
Dr. Nicole Klughers
Tuesday 9/17 6 pm
online via Zoom
Career Help at the Library
 Monthly on the Second Wednesday 10 am - 12 pm 
                      
An American Job Centers coach is available to help you discover which jobs and careers are right for you. Learn to write great cover letters, create a powerful resume that gets you interviews, and conduct effective job searches. Call the information desk 860-258-7623 for more information.
Age Ranges for Programs:
 
Staff places age restrictions based on patron feedback, presenter requirements and their own experience.  If the program states specific ages are required, they will be enforced. If the program recommends certain ages, then there is flexibility.  In all cases please check the program description for details. Thank you.
Children's Programs 
Check our calendar for a full listing and more information.
All programs require registration unless indicated. Programs and events are in-person unless noted.
Ongoing Programs Just Right for the Little Ones
 
Music & Movement
Mondays 6:30 pm 
Ages 2-4
Babies & Bubbles
Thursdays 9:45 am 
Ages 0-2,  No Registration
Playgroup Plus
Fridays  10:30 am 
Ages 0-5, No Registration
 Ongoing Progams for the School-Age Set! 
 
Kids Chess Club
Mondays 2 pm
Ages 7+
Puzzle Buddies
Thursdays in August 2 pm
Ages 7+
Learn to Juggle
Wednesdays, 8/14- 8/28
2 pm  Ages 8+
Cactus Book Club #2
 Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus 
Wednesday, 8/21 11:30 am
Ages 9-12

Copies of the book are available for pick up at the Information desk. You must register before picking up a book.
Kindergarten Welcome! 
Monday, 8/19 6-7:30 pm
Get on a real school bus, practice literacy skills with some fun activity stations and and pick up your free “Welcome to Kindergarten Kit” made special for you! Sign up for a library card and check out some books too! You must register but can stop by anytime from 6-7:30pm to visit each of the stations.
Teen Time: Video Game Afternoons!
Wednesdays 1-3 pm in August!
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for Nintendo Switch games and snacks! Please feel free to bring your own wireless controller or joycons.
 
For Teens in Grades 6 and up. 
Don't Be Plastic! A Girls-Only Workshop!
Wednesday, 8/14 3 pm
Ages 12-17
Don't be a plastic is an interactive workshop where we explore self-love, our own values, beliefs and boundaries to "stay human" and have healthier relationships. Instead of a "Burn Book" that focuses on gossip, girls at this workshop will work on a "Be Better Book"!
Perler Beads & Movie
Friday, 8/9 11 am
Grades 6-12
Anime & Manga Club
Tuesday 8/27
Ages 12+, 2-3:30 pm
Macrame Craft
Friday 8/23 2 pm
Grades 6+
Cora J. Belden Library
33 Church St. Rocky Hill, CT 06067
 860-258-7621
www.rhctlibrary.org
 
Summer Hours: (through 9/1) 
Monday-Wednesday: 9:30 am - 8 pm
Thursday-Friday: 9:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am - 1 pm 
Sunday: CLOSED