THE BUZZ
Your Weekly Newsletter
5/23/25  
 
READ. LEARN. DISCOVER.
 Rocky Hill Library
The Cora J. Belden Building
We support social justice, diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility
The library will be closed Saturday, May 24th- Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day.  Take a moment to reflect on the bravery and dedication of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
FRIENDS CORNER
Rocky Hill Friends of the Library Information!
 
ANNUAL BOOK SALE!
June 5th - 8th
June 4th ( Members Preview Night)
 Our next meeting is Monday, June 9th at 6:30 pm at the RH Senior/Community Center. This annual meeting will showcase book sale results and a nice recap of the year.  All are welcome!
Programs for Adults
All programs require registration unless indicated.
Programs and events are in-person unless noted.
The Evolution of the Wedding Gown
Tuesday, June 17 at 6 pm
June is a great month to celebrate brides with Karen (Ren) Antonowicz of Spirits of Fashion! We'll enter the world of brides from the past and learn about what they wore during their first day of marriage.  Ren will discuss both celebrity and royal weddings, as well as the less famous brides. Wedding gowns will be on display. Sweet treats will be served. Registration is recommended.
The Funniest Moments in Film with Marty Gitlin
Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 pm
Join award-winning author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin for The Funniest Moments in Film - the biggest belly-laughs in movie history. This interactive presentation highlights the best of the best from the silent era to the modern era. The presentation will include plenty of fun trivia questions and will be followed by a question-and-answer period.  Registration is recommended.
Adult Book Clubs and Author Talks
Mystery Book Group
The Resemblance
 Wednesday 6/4 | 6:30 pm
Millennials Book Club
Erasure
 Wednesday 6/11 | 6 pm
You can watch our ongoing series of virtual author talks live or on demand!  Here are some upcoming highlights.
Smithsonian Scientists
Extinctopedia
 Wednesday 6/4 | 2 pm
Lisa Jewell
Don't Let Him In
 Tuesday 6/10 | 2 pm
Katherine Applegate
Odder (for grades 3-6)
 Tuesday 6/24 | 4 pm
Ongoing Classes and Programs
Job Assistance
American Jobs Center, register or walk-in
Wednesday, 6/4 10 am- 1 pm
Superfoods
Dr. Nicole Klughers
Thursday, 6/26 6 pm online via Zoom
ESOL Classes
 Conversational English
Thursdays | 10 am
Knitting Group
All Skill Levels
 Tuesdays | 11 am
Fiber Arts Friends
All Skill Levels
Mondays  | 6 pm
Children and Teen 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.
Teddy Bear Picnics
Thursdays, 6/5, 6/12 & 6/26  11 am  Ages 0-5
Music & Comedy Show
Wednesday 6/11  10:30 am
 Ages 3-8
Kids Chess Club
Wednesday 6/11  6:30 pm
Ages 5-10
  Rock Painting for Kids
Friday, 6/13  2 pm   Drop- in, Ages 5-10
 Drip Painting for Kids
Friday, 6/20  2 pm   Ages 6-12
Family Music Jam
Saturday, 6/21 10:30 am
Ages 2 and up
Kids Concert with Michelle Urban
Saturday, 6/21 2 pm
Ages 3-9
Teen Time: Coding with Python
Saturdays 6/14- 6/28 2 pm
Grades 9-12
Teen Time: Koala Bookmarks
Wednesday, 6/18 6 pm
Ages 12 and up
Ongoing Programs Just for the Little Ones
Baby Playday- Mondays  6/16 & 6/30 |10 am
Playgroup Plus- Fridays & Saturdays |10:30 am NO PROGRAM 6/6& 6/7
  Rocky Hill Library Hours
33 Church St. Rocky Hill, CT 06067
 860-258-7621  www.rhctlibrary.org
Monday - Wednesday: 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: CLOSED