THE BUZZ
Your Weekly Newsletter
11/01/24  
 
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     The Rocky Hill Library      
The Cora J. Belden Building
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Library Card Design Contest
The Rocky Hill Library is running an art contest to select a limited-edition design for our library cards! The winner’s artwork will be featured on a new limited-edition library card available in January 2025. 
 
Participants are encouraged to submit their best designs highlighting what they enjoy about the Rocky Hill Library and its services. The deadline for entering the contest is Saturday, November 30.
 
For more information check out our website or stop by the library!
Programs for Adults
All programs require registration unless indicated.
Programs and events are in-person unless noted.
Holiday Harvest!
Tuesday 11/12 | 6pm
Backyard Composting Basics
Tuesday 11/19 | 6 pm
Coffee, Coloring & Conversations
Wednesday Nov 13 | 6 - 7:30 pm
Saturday Nov 16 | 10 am - 12:00 pm
Join us and de-stress at the Rocky Hill Library with coloring and coffee! Colored pencils, crayons, coloring sheets, and coffee/tea will be provided. Registration not required, but recommended. 
You can watch our ongoing series of virtual author talks live or on demand!  Here are some upcoming highlights.
Stanley Milford, Jr.
Thursday 11/7 | 7 pm
Javier Zamora
Thursday 11/14 | 4 pm

Mona Susan Power
Wednesday  11/20 | 7 pm

Adult Book Clubs
Mystery Book Group
Better the Blood 
 Wednesday 11/6 | 6:30 pm
Millennials Book Club
The Many Lives of Mama Love
 Wednesday 11/20 | 6 pm
Ongoing Classes and Programs
ESOL Group
 Conversational English
Thursdays | 10 am
Knitting Group
All Skill Levels
 Tuesdays | 11 am
 
Bone & Joint Health
Dr. Nicole Klughers
Thursday 11/21 | 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 a cover letters and resume and conduct effective job searches. Call the information desk 860-258-7623 for more information.
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.
Playful Movement
Mondays | 6:30 pm 
Ages 2-4
Use your bodies to move, feel the rhythm and beat of the music. Shake shakers, wave ribbons, tap sticks and try out some gross motor skills.
Free Play Fri-yay!
Fridays | 10:30 am
Ages 2-5, No registration
Pop-up Storytime
11/11 & 11/25 | 10:30 am 
Twice Monthly, No Registration
Cora & Cub Preschool
11/5 | 10:30 am
Ages 2-4, No Registration
Babies & Bubbles
11/7 & 11/21 | 10 am
Ages 0-2,  No Registration
Baby Playday
 11/14 | 10 am
Ages 0-2,  No Registration
Playgroup Plus
Saturdays | 10:30 am 
Ages 0-5, No Registration
Kids Chess Club
Wednesday 11/6 | 6:30 pm
Ages 5-10
Cat or Dog Movie (PG)
Tuesday 11/5 | 2 pm
Ages 5 and Up
Slime Club - Turkey Slime
Saturday 11/16 | 2:00 pm
Ages 7 and Up
Mickey Mouse Mania!
Monday 11/18 | 10:30 am
Ages 0-5, No Registration Required
Teen Programs
All programs require registration unless indicated. Programs and events are in-person unless noted.
Age Requirement: Teens in Grades 6-12
Evil Eye Craft
Tuesday 11/5 | 2 pm
Join us for a fun craft based on the evil eye! No craft experience necessary!
Rocky Hill Library
33 Church St. Rocky Hill, CT 06067
 860-258-7621
www.rhctlibrary.org
 
Hours:  
Monday - Wednesday: 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: CLOSED