Hamden Public Library at 3 locations: Miller Memorial Central Library ∙ 2901 Dixwell Avenue ∙ 287-2680

Brundage Community Branch ∙ 91 Circular Avenue ∙ 287-2675 Whitneyville Branch ∙ 125 Carleton Street ∙ 287-2677

HAMDEN LIBRARY NEWS Winter 2019

Volume 12, Issue 1

Hamden Libraries will be closed

Monday, January 21 (Martin Luther King Day)

Monday, February 18 (Presidents’ Day)

March 2019 will be highlighted by Festa Italiana, a month-long celebration of Italian history and culture. Ste-phen Spignesi, always an audience favorite, will kick-off the series with From Michelangelo to Mozzarella: An Illustrat-ed Presentation of Italian People, Places and Things on Monday, March 4.

On Monday, March 11, Deborah Gaudet, Curator of Film and Theatre at the Wadsworth Atheneum, will present the Italian language film (with English subtitles) We Have a Pope, a comedy concerned with the process and outcome of selecting a new pope. Ms. Gaudet will introduce the film as well as lead a post-screening discussion.

Farms, Factories and Families: Italian American Women of Connecticut author Anthony Riccio will discuss the sto-ries and photographs of Connecticut first- and second-generation Italian immigrants he has collected for nearly a decade on Monday, March 18.

The series concludes on Monday, March 25 with “Ita-lycious”, a performance by vocalist Enzo Boscarino, origi-nally of Siracusa, Italy. His repertoire includes traditional Italian music as well as songs from other countries ranging from folk to modern and classic to modern rock which he enhances with historical and cultural anecdotes throughout the performance.

All programs begin at 6:30 p.m. in Thornton Wilder Hall. Registration through the library website at hamdenlibrary. org) or by calling 203-287-2680 is recommended.

Adult readers—ages 16 and up—are invited to par-ticipate in the library are invited to participate in Ham-den Public Library’s Winter Reading Program, Cozy Up to a Classic, which will make them eligible to win prizes for both their reading and for attending programs and other library activities.

While reading this year will focus on classic literature, the grand prize is a musical one. The winner will receive a pair of tickets to a performance of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra at the Hamden Middle School in May along with a gift certificate for Mickey’s Restaurant on Dixwell Ave. Other prizes will include special deluxe editions of classic books, mugs, bookbags and more.

Programs will also have a classic theme. They include Connecticut Architecture: Stories of 100 Places featur-ing author and architectural historian Christopher Wigren of the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preserva-tion who will speak on Monday, January 28 at 7 p.m. and a presentation by the Connecticut Historical Society entitled Fashionably Connecticut: A Century of Con-necticut Fashion 1860-1960 scheduled for 7 p.m. Tues-day, January 29. Both programs will be held in Thornton Wilder Hall.

In addition, a countdown of the American Film Insti-tute’s Top 10 Classic Movies will be shown at 2 p.m. on Wednesday afternoons beginning January 9. They range from The Wizard of Oz (number 10) to Orson Wells’ Citizen Kane (number 1).

Information about how to enroll in Cozy Up to a Clas-sic and become eligible for prizes is available at all three library locations. Happy reading!

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The Mission of the Hamden Public Library

The Hamden Public Library, the community’s information center, provides a variety of library resources, access to innova-

tive technology and a knowledgeable staff to improve the quality of life and meet the informational, educational and cul-

tural interests of the entire Hamden community.

Sign-up for Library News in your e-mail. Ask for a form at any public service desk or go to

www.hamdenlibrary.org

Hot Flashes!!! Forthcoming books by your favorite authors. Reserve a copy today.

Effective Communications for Small Businesses will be explored in a two hour workshop at 2 p.m. on Thurs., Jan. 17 which will cover email etiquette, the formatting and structure of business letters, developing effective press releases and marketing through newsletters and social media.

On Thurs., Jan. 24 a presentation on Access to Capital for Small Businesses will explain how lending institu-tions evaluate applications, what to include in a busi-ness plan and how to approach financial decisions. The 90 minute program begins at 1 p.m.

An information panel entitled Everyone Gets a Job in Hamden will be held in the Senior Center Social Hall on Thurs. Jan 24 and in the Library’s Friends Room on Tuesday, February 5. Both sessions begin at 6:30 p.m.

In the hands-on workshop, Using Video for Online Marketing, participants will learn best practices for vid-eo engagement on Wed., Feb. 6 from 10:30 to noon.

James Lee Burke New Iberia Blues Danielle Steel Turning Point James Patterson The House Next Door Jayne Ann Krentz Untouchable John Lescroart The Rule of Law C.J. Box The Disappeared James Patterson Liar, Liar Stephanie Barron That Churchill Woman Rhys Bowen The Victory Garden V.C. Andrews The Silhouette Girl J.D. Robb Connections in Death James Patterson The Chef James Grippando The Girl in the Glass Box Lisa Gardner Never Tell Jonathan Kellerman The Wedding Guest Joanne Fluke Chocolate Cream Pie Murder Sophie Kinsella I Owe You One Jude Devereaux A Justified Murder

Elinor Lipman Good Riddance Bill Crider That Old Scoundrel Elizabeth McCracken Bowlaway Christopher Rice Blood Echo Lisa Kleypas Devil's Daughter Mary Daheim A Case of Bier C.J. Box Wolf Pack Donna Leon Unto Us a Son is Given Danielle Steel Silent Night Harlan Coben Run Away Catherine Coulter The Last Second Greg Iles Cemetery Road Clive Cussler Celtic Empire Stuart Woods Wild Card Janet Evanovich The Big Kahuna James Patterson The First Lady Fern Michaels Deep Harbor Iris Johansen Dark Tribute James Patterson The Cornwalls Are Gone Karen Robards The Fifth Doctrine Heather Graham A Lethal Legacy

Winter Business Programs Announced

Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses will ex-amine methods for strategic marketing using Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc. on Thursday, February 14, 10:30-12. The Small Business Administration will offer its popu-lar Ready, Set, Go series on Mondays March 4, 11 and 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The three workshops cover key steps necessary for starting and growing a business. Part I of a series, Contracting 101, devoted to meth-ods for obtaining contracts from the State of Connecti-cut as well as the federal government is scheduled for Monday, March 27 from 10:30-12. Due to limited space, registration is required for all programs. Please register online at hamdenlibrary.org or call 203-287-2680 for further information.

HAMDEN LIBRARY NEWS

Computer Classes

Interlibrary Loan Service: The Basics Hamden Public Libraries are always striving to obtain

books and other materials that meet the diverse needs of

our clientele. And yet, there will always be some materi-

als our patrons would like to read or hear that we do not

own. This is where interlibrary loan (I.L.L.) comes into

play.

Many patrons make good use of our I.L.L service. Last

year we borrowed 1,973 items on behalf of our patrons

and loaned 1,447 items to other libraries. However, I’m

certain there are those who are unaware that they have

the ability to access materials fro other Connecticut and

out-of-state libraries.

Here are a few basics for those new to I.L.L.First, I.L.L.

services are free. Requests can be made in person, by

phone at 287-2680 or through our website at

www.hamdenlibrary.org. Second, they are only provided

by your hometown library. Hamden Public Libraries do

I.L.L. requests for Hamden residents only. Finally, music

cassettes and CDs and videocassettes and DVDs cannot be

borrowed through I.L.L.

--by Phil Scott, Reference Librarian

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Intro to Google Drive January 8, 1-2:30 PM January 9, 6-7:30 PM

Intro to Google Photos January 15, 1-2:30 PM January 16, 6-7:30 PM

Intro to Google Docs January 22, 1-2:30 PM January 23, 6-7:30 PM

Browsing the Web Safely February 12, 1-2:30 PM February 13, 6-7:30 PM

Book Discussions: During the winter months ahead Hamden Public Li-brary’s Book Discussion Group will be exploring the titles listed below. Meetings are held on in the Friends Room on the middle level of Miller Library at 6:30 p.m. on Monday evenings. New members are always welcome. January 28: Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman

February 25: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng

March 25: Born a Crime by Trevor Noah

Copies of the books are available to borrow from the library during the month preceding each discussion.

Teen Programs for Grades 7-12

Super Smash Bros. Tournament: Tuesday, Jan 8, 3 p.m.

Teen Movie Time: The House with a Clock in Its Walls

Tuesday, Jan 15, 3 p.m.

Gaming Unplugged: Thursday, Jan 24, 1 p.m.

Will it Waffle & Trivia Contest: Friday, Jan 25 at 3 p.m.

Pizza Taste-off: Thursday, Feb 7 at 1 p.m.

Teen Movie Time: TEEN CHOICE!

Thursday, Feb 14, 3 p.m.

Mario Kart Tournament: Friday, Feb 22, 3 p.m.

Gaming Unplugged: Wednesday, Feb 27, 3 p.m.

Teen Movie Time: Ant-Man and the Wasp Tuesday, Mar 5, 3 p.m.

Minute to Win It: Thursday, Mar 7, 1 p.m.

Nutmeg Read-In (all ages): Saturday, Mar 16, 10-5

Wreck This Journal: Tuesday, Mar 19, 3 p.m.

Gaming Unplugged: Wednesday, Mar 27, 3 p.m.

Teen Advisory Board Meetings:

January 19, February 9, and March 2 at 3:30 p.m.

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2019 Thornton Wilder Writing Contest Announced: Calling all New Haven County high school students. You’re invited to submit original works of fiction or poetry (fiction limit 2,500 words) to be eligible for cash prizes up to $500. Entries must be received by February 8, 2019. The contest will be judged by Hamden’s Poet Laureate, Franz Douskey, fantasy author, Ricardo Henriquez, Mary Davis and Judy Spak. Last year’s winners included students from Hamden High School, Amity High School, Westover School, Choate Rosemary Hall, and Sheehan High School. The awards ceremony will be held at Miller Library on May 2. 8th Annual Take Your Child to the Library Day is slated for Saturday, February 2. This international initiative began in 2011 as a statewide activity here in Connecticut. Each year libraries host a variety of activities to entertain families with children of all ages. All three Hamden Library locations will offer free programs. No registration is necessary. Kwikboost Device Charging Station Installed: For the con-venience of library users, a free charging station has been installed in the Teen Area on the second level. The station can charge up to 8 devices at a time at full speed and sup-ports most major brands including Apple, Android, Blackber-ry and Windows. Please note that the station is not moni-tored, users are responsible for their devices and are advised not to leave them unattended.

Noteworthy:

Using Email Safely & Avoiding Phishing Scams February 19, 1-2:30 PM February 20, 6-7:30 PM

Online Privacy February 26, 1-2:30 PM February 27, 6-7:30 PM

Beginner Excel Part 1 March 12, 1-2:30 PM March 13, 6-7:30 PM

Beginner Excel Part 2 March 19, 1-2:30 PM March 20, 6-7:30 PM

Beginner Excel Part 3 March 26, 1-2:30 PM March 27, 6-7:30 PM

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Storytimes: Wonderful Ones: Tuesdays, 10:15 Time for Twos and Threes: Mondays, 10:15

Preschool Storytime for 4 & 5 year olds: Thursdays, 11:30 Registration begins Jan 3 and Feb 21 at 10 a.m.

At the Branches… Brundage Community Branch 91 Circular Avenue, (203) 287-2675

Registration is required unless otherwise noted.

Drop-in Storytimes: (all ages) Saturdays at 10:30 a.m (no storytime 2/2) No registration necessary.

Music & Movement with Lynn Lewis (birth-6) Mondays, Jan 14, Mar 11, 10:30 a.m.

Winter Story & Craft (ages 3-8) Thursday, January 24, 4 p.m.

Winter Science (Chilly experiments!) (Gr. K-6) Tuesday, January 29, 4 p.m.

Take Your Child to the Library Day! (all ages) Saturday, February 2, (time TBA)

Valentine Story & Craft (ages 3-8) Thursday, February 14, 4 p.m.

LEGO Club! (ages 4 and up) Thursday, February 21, 3:30 p.m.

Little Builders! (ages 2-5) Thursday, February 28, 10:30 a.m.

St. Patrick’s Day Story & Craft (ages 3-8) Thursday, March 14, 4 p.m.

Leaping Lizards! All About Reptiles (grades K-6) Thursday, March 28, 4 p.m.

One-on-One Computer sessions (adults) Thursdays: 11 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. Call (203)287-2675 for further information.

Whitneyville Branch 125 Carleton Street, (203) 287-2677

Registration is required unless otherwise noted.

Drop-in Storytimes (all ages): Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. beginning Jan 10 Playtime at 11:00 a.m. No registration necessary.

Make a Star Clock (K and up) Make a real clock, learn about the constellations! Thursday, Jan 10, 4 p.m.

Explore! Playgroup (Pre-K) Fridays Feb 1 & 15, March 1 & 15, 10:30 a.m.

Homeschool Meet-up (Games, projects, etc.) (K-5) Mon, Jan 28, Tues, Feb 26, Thur, Mar 28, 3-4:30 p.m.

Take Your Child to the Library Day (all ages) Saturday, Feb 2 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. No registration-necessary.)

Children’s Author Deborah Freedman (All ages) Saturday, Feb 9 10:30 a.m. (No registration needed.) Music & Movement with Lynn Lewis (ages 2 and up) Tues, Feb 12, 10:30 a.m.

Winter Programs at Miller Library

Registration is required unless otherwise noted.

Lego Club (ages 4 and up) Fridays, Jan 4, Feb 15, Mar 8, 3:30-5 p.m.

Family Yoga with Sherri Sosensky (ages 3 and up) Wednesdays, Jan 9, Feb 13, 10:30 a.m.

Germs, Germs, Germs (ages 5-7) Tuesday, January 15, 6:00 p.m.

Preschool Play and Learn (ages 2-5)

Fridays, Jan 18, Feb 8, Mar 22, 10:30 a.m.

Little Builder’s Club (ages 2-4) Wednesdays Jan 23, Feb 27, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool STEM (ages 3-5)

Wednesdays, Jan 30, Mar 27, 10:30 a.m.

Open Art Studio (all ages)

Thursday, January 24, 3-5 p.m.

DIY Bouncy Balls (ages 5-7) Tuesday, January 29, 6:00 p.m.

Take Your Child to the Library Day (all ages) Saturday, Feb 2, Crafts and activities 11a.m.-2 p.m.

No registration needed.

Valentine Storytime (ages 4-7) Monday, February 11, 6:30 p.m.

Sing, Laugh & Learn with Mr. Joe (ages 2-6) Tuesday, February 12, 10:30 a.m.

Thar Be Dragons! (for ages 5-7) Tuesday, February 12, 6:00 p.m.

How Cool is That? Dissecting Owl Pellets (grades K-5) Tuesday, February 19, 11 a.m.

Ooey Oobleck (ages 5-7) Tuesday, February 26, 6:00 p.m.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss! (ages 4 and up Friday, March 1, 4:00 p.m.

Baby Lapsit (for pre-walkers) Wednesdays, Mar 6, Mar 20, 10:15 a.m.

Glow in the Dark Party (ages 5-7) Tuesday, March 12, 6:00 p.m.

St Patrick’s Day Craft (ages 4 and up) Friday, March 15, 4:00 p.m.

Sprout Houses (ages 5-7) Tuesday, March 26, 6:00 p.m.