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February—April 2019
SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
62 Main Street South • Bridgewater, CT • 860-354-6937
Burnham Library
BEGINNING JANUARY 2019
“A Benefic Spirit” A Year of Bridgewater and Bridgewater History
In 1957 a news reporter noted the “benefic spirit” of Captain
William Dickson Burnham that “pervades the town.” Join us in
a year of celebration of Bridgewater, its people, and its histo-
ry with special programs, presentations, and displays.
The Beer Snob • Saturday, February 2 • 6:00 pm
Let’s open Benefic Spirit with a celebration of oceanic travel (Captain Burn-
ham was a sea captain after all!) Nothing speaks to this better than IPA’s!
Will Siss, Connecticut’s own Beer Snob will lead a conversation on beer and
the history of Connecticut brewing, followed by a beer tasting. Must be
21+, space limited, registration suggested.
No More Pink Teas : The Militant Surge for Woman Suffrage
Saturday, March 16 • 11:00 am
The 19-teens saw an increase in bold suffrage activity, from large parades
in state capitals, such as the one held in Hartford, CT, to picketing the
White House. Join Progressive-era suffrage historian Joanie Dimartino to
discover how national and CT suffragists participated in a surge of militant
political activism that led to women gaining the right to vote in 1920.
Space limited, registration suggested.
WWI Monuments in CT • Thurs, March 28 • 6:30 pm
How better to celebrate the giving spirit of Bridgewater than to think of
those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in WWI. Join historian Richard Frank-
lin Donohue for a lively lecture and discussion about WWI memorials in CT,
with a special emphasis on Litchfield County. Space limited, registration
suggested.
Leonard Bernstein an American Treasure • Thursday,
April 25 • 6:30 pm
2019 is the centenary of Bernstein’s birth and it is a good time to celebrate
this American treasure. This program is presented in memoriam of the
Library’s friend Burton Bernstein whose investigation explained the Piggott
bequest that made the 1979 expansion of the Library possible. Space
limited, registration suggested.
Hours and Closings
Tue 1-5 • Wed 9-5 • Thur 9-7 • Fri 1-5 • Sat 9-1
burnhamlibrary.org [email protected]
Library Director:
Assistant Director:
ADULT EVENTS
Art Show
February and March • Judith Secco of Bantam with Fine Art Pho-
tography.
April and May • Walter Von Egidy of Bridgewater with Oil Enamel
paintings. Reception date to be announced.
Book Discussion
Thursdays • 5:00 pm
February 28 • House Made of Dawn by Scott N. Momaday
March 28 • Days Without End by Sebastian Barry
April 25 • Freedom Report by Howard Fast
Tech Tutoring with Chris By appointment or chance
Chris is happy to assist you with tech questions and needs you may
have. He can also sign you up for Hoopla and RB Digital, so that you
can use our free digital branch! [email protected] or call to
make an appointment.
Two Towns Tabletop Club @ New Milford Library • 2nd Saturday from 1-5 pm
Teen and adult gamers join us on the 2nd Saturday each month at
the NM Library, to test your gaming skills and meet new gamers
along the way!
Herbs for the Aging Mind • In collaboration with Commu-
nity Caring in Bridgewater
Saturday, February 23 • 11:00 am
Join Clinical Herbalist and Nutritionist Alison Birks, MS, AGH, CNS, for
a lively discussion of our most important ‘saging herbs’ - those tonics
which enable us to age gracefully and how to use them as part of a
healthy lifestyle. Space limited, registration suggested.
Trivia Night • In collaboration with Bridgewater Rec Commission
Saturday, March 9 • 6:00 pm
Join us at the library for another Trivia Night! Bring your “A” game
and get your trivia on! This event features a professional trivia mas-
ter, PRIZES, and is open to anyone 21+. BYOB and BYOS (snacks).
Advance team or individual registration is required via the library
website or Facebook. Questions email [email protected]
Trash Talk • Saturday, April 6 at 11:00 am
Jennifer Heaton-Jones the Executive Director of HRRA will discuss where
our garbage and recycling really goes. Why is it important to recycle?
What really should go in your bin? Learn about the NEW state recycling
guide, What’s In What’s Out and other recycling programs available for
paint, mattresses, thermostats and electronic waste.
Take Your Child to the Library Day
Saturday, February 2nd • 10:00—11:30 am
Pancakes and Pajamas
Join us for the 8th annual nationwide celebration of children and
libraries. Wear your cozy winter jammies and enjoy delicious
pancakes, a reading of If You Give A Pig a Pancake, and search for
Pig and friends in a family scavenger hunt. Registration is required.
Space is limited.
Cookie Bookie Sale
Saturday, February 16 • 9:00—1:00
Show the library some love this February by purchasing books and
delicious bakes from the Friends of the Library. All proceeds to help
sponsor library programs and digital services.
Family & Special Events
Junior Library Fun
STAY CONNECTED
@ Burnham Library
Do you need a later pick-up? Extend your child’s fun
until 5:45 with ACE, Burnham School’s After Care
Enrichment Program. Contact ACE Director Lanie
Flanagan at [email protected]
ADVANCE registration is required for all after school
activities. Register with [email protected] A member of
the Library staff will pick up Burnham students from school at 3:15.
In addition to registration with the library, a written permission note
must be presented to the school office.
Burnham School Library Classes
Did you know that Burnham Students have the unique opportunity
to visit our library once a month? Our staff shares a story and then
students are welcome to explore our shelves and borrow materials!
Every student is eligible for a library card!
LEGO Brick Builders Grades K-5. Come use your that
imagination and build with us! This program is so popular we
doubled the fun!
Burnham Bunch Storytime Bubbles, books, parachutes
and songs designed for the under 5 crowd. Please register with
Thursdays from 10:30—11:00
Winter/Spring Session:
January 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21, 28
March 7, 14, 21, 28
April 4, 11, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23
Stop-motion Animation • Wed, 1/30 • 3:30—4:30
Use LEGO bricks create your own stop-motion video!
1 session • Grades 1-5
Spiral Galaxies • Wed, 2/20 • 3:30—4:30
Explore and paint the exciting world of spiral galaxies with special
guests Bob Lambert of McCarthy Observatory and artist Adrienne
Caruso.
1 session • Grades 1-5
DIY Keepsake Boxes with Mr. Immohr • Sat, 3/30 • 11:00—1:00
Bring your adult and build a beautiful wooden box to store your treas-
ures. Adult participation required.
1 session • Grades 1-5
Programs and Services
Keep current on Library programs and services!
Check us out at www.burnhamlibrary.org
Visit us on Facebook
Register for our weekly email or Wowbrary Newsletter which will keep you current on new items ready for circulation
Thursdays from 3:30—4:00
January 3 and 17
February 7 and 21
March 7 and 21
April 4 and 25
May 2 and 16
Burnham Bookworms Grades 3-5. Enjoy books, snacks
and crafts with our Junior Friend, Julia Sinatra. Books are available
at the Junior Circulation Desk.
Digital Branch is ALWAYS open
Download & stream eBooks, eAudio, television, movies and
more! All you need is a library card
Eleanor Gowan Exhibit • Mid-February—March
Many long time residents will remember Eleanor Gowan
as the owner of the Bridgewater Store. However, her
life was so much more and in many ways emphasized
the benefic spirit of Bridgewater. Join us for an exhibit
looking at her life, experiences, and many contributions
to our lovely little town.