Derby Public Lirbrary Hosts Summer Events

DERBY- The Derby Public Library welcomes Shawn Peterson, author of PEZ: From Austrian

Invention to American Icon, on Monday, July 24 at 6:30 PM.  

 

Shawn is the company archivist and historian at PEZ Candy, Orange, CT where he also manages the visitor center.  Come and learn how receiving Pez dispensers in Easter baskets and Christmas stockings as a kid, led to becoming his life’s work, 26 years later.  PEZ brand is available in over 80 countries, selling more than 65 million dispensers annually and inspiring collectors and fans worldwide.  Join the world’s first and only official PEZ historian for an inside look at the world’s most cherished interactive candy.  Copies of the book will be available for purchase. 

 

Registration is requested.  For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St. or call 203 736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

 

The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for

Wednesday, July 26 at 12:30 PM.  The selected title is the compelling novel Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly.  

 

Spanning more than twenty years in the lives of three women and based on real people and events, Kelly’s debut novel brings historical facts to life.Caroline is a former Broadway actress and New York socialite who works with the French consulate.  Herta is an ambitious young German doctor, and Kasia is a 15-year-old Polish girl just getting involved in the resistance.  As WWII progresses, circumstances draw these women together, resulting in a story that will linger well after the book ends.  

 

The author will skype in for the discussion. 

 

Dessert and beverages will be provided.  Registration is requested.  For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St. or call203 736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.  

 

The American Job Search Career Coach returns to the Derby Public Library on Friday,

July 21 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.  

 

During both the morning session, 10-12, and the  afternoon session, 1-3, instructors will be offering the class, Using Social Networking in Your Job Search.  Both sessions will explain very useful tools that job seekers need today.  Social Networking has become one of the most popular ways of landing your next “big” job by creating useful connections on-line.  These connections make it easier to look for a job on-line through your created network.  The classes are free and open to the public. 

Registration is requested but walk-ins will be welcomed on a first come first served basis.  The American Job Search Career Coach is operated by Career Resources.  For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St. or call 736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

 

(This is a press release from Derby Public Library)

Retired Derby Police Chief-turned-Author to Discuss Latest Book May 23

DERBY - Retired Derby Police Chief turned Author, Andrew L. Cota,, will appear at a book signing Monday, May 23 at Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St.


Cota, who has penned two books, his most recent one "Whitestone," will be the subject of the book discussion/signing, which begins at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

Cota's other book is "Through the Lens of an Old Man." He also drew the cover art for both books. Cota's love of art also includes wood carving, with his most notable work being the carving on the Sterling Opera House on Elizabeth Street. 

Ansonia library to host book discussion

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Last To Die, (a Rizzoli and Isles Novel) by Tess Gerritsen.  

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Sept. 25 in the Ansonia Library’s Community Room.  The program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk.

The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For further information, call Joyce Ceccarelli at the Ansonia Library at 203-734-6275.

This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Ansonia Library to host book talk

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Death Comes to Pemberley by P. D. James, coming to PBS Masterpiece Theatre in October.

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Aug. 28 in the Ansonia Library’s Community Room.
The program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the Library’s circulation desk.

The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For further information, call Joyce Ceccarelli, 203-734-6275.


This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library. 

Derby Library to host book discussion

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for 12:30 p.m. July 30. 

The selected title is Island Girls by Nancy Thayer. 

This bestselling summer read is highly emotional and wholly entertaining.   

When the will of a recently deceased ladies’ man mandates a summer-long reunion for his daughters from different marriages at his posh Nantucket house, the three sisters are forced to confront long-festering resentments and misunderstandings as well as challenges in their private and professional lives. 
The situation is further complicated by a shocking revelation and the arrival of their mothers. 

Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.  Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” 
Dessert and beverages will be provided. 
Registration is requested.   

For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.   


This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Ansonia Library to host book discussion

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Killer Smile by Lisa Scottoline.  
 

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. July 24 in the Ansonia Library’s Community Room. The program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For further information, call Joyce Ceccarelli, 203-734-6275.

This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Derby library to host book talk

       DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion

for 12:30 p.m. June 25.

      The selected title is Palisades Park by Alan Brennert.    

      This bestselling novel is the story of a family of dreamers and their lives within the legendary Palisades Amusement Park.   

   

    Brennert grew up in the shadows of this New Jersey amusement park and wrote the book as a love letter to Palisades and a bygone age. 

     It opens in 1922 and closes in 1977, tracing the ups and downs of this classic park during its heyday, along with the Stopka family’s similarly variable fortunes. 

    Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.  Participants are asked to bring a

sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” 
    Dessert and beverages will be provided. 

   Registration is requested.  

   For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.  

 

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Ansonia Library to host book discussion

ANSONIA -  The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife by Eben Alexander, M.D.   

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. June 26 in the Ansonia Library’s Community Room.  

The program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For further information, call Joyce Ceccarelli at the Ansonia Library, 203-734-6275.

This is a  press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Derby Public Library plans book talk

DERBY - The Derby Public Library hosts YA Wednesdays each month from 6-7 p.m.

All young adults ages 12 to 17 are invited to gather May 14 for Teen Book Talk when participants chat about titles they have recently read.

This venue will focus on sharing reviews and opinions on a variety of titles, as well as provide a means to decide upon future reading.

Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is requested. 

For more information stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org .

This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.

Ansonia Library to host book talk

ANSONIA -The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Double Cross by James Patterson.   

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. May 22 in the Ansonia Library’s Community Room.   

The book discussion program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For information, call Joyce Ceccarelli, 203-734-6275.

This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Derby Neck offers movies, games, book discussion, birthday celebration

DERBY - Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave., hosts Dinner and a Movie at 5:30 p.m. May 1 for adults ages 18 and older.  
Watch a high-definition recent movie on our large screen and enjoy a free pizza dinner at intermission. 
This program occurs each month. This month’s feature film will be interesting and entertaining.

Ancient Games

The Library presents Ancient Games at 6 p.m. May 6.
This free program for teens and adults offers instruction in the games of Go, Mahjong, Parcheesi, and Mancala.  All game boards and pieces are provided by the library. 
Bring a friend or relative and enjoy new fun strategy challenges. 

Music and Movement

At 6:30 p.m. May 14 join Miss Kathi for the monthly children’s program, Bedtime Music and Movement.  Wear your pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal to dance and sing along with you.

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Celebrating Frances Kellogg; author to sign books

At 6 p.m. May 15 join the Library staff in celebrating the birthday of our donor, Frances Osborne Kellogg. 
Vicki Kain, noted Derby author of “Travels with Judy,” which chronicles her journeys in the U.S. with her dog, will describe her writing and sign copies of her book. 

After her presentation,  the library will host an open-mic session for participants to read from their original works—poetry, prose, non-fiction, sketches, or such. 
Birthday cake to celebrate Kellogg will be served to round out the evening.  

Women's group

Women’s Forum, a discussion group for women focusing on literature, history, and current issues will be held at 12:30 p.m. May 19. This month we discuss two short stories by Noel Coward—“Traveler’s Joy” and “Stop Me if You’ve Heard This.”  
Free copies of the two stories are available at the library. Come enjoy the brisk, biting, and sometimes whimsical humor of  Coward.  Feel free to bring a light lunch. Free coffee and tea. 

 Teen movie

All teens and tweens are invited to Teen Movie Night at 5:30 p.m. May 20.
Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave.  This month’s feature is “I Frankenstein” shown in high definition on a large screen.  
A free pizza supper is served at intermission. Registration is required as seating is limited. 

Tech Talks

At 10:30 a.m. May 21 the Library will host Tech Talks.
This month’s topic is Internet Searching - featuring some basic tips on refining your searches as well as a highlight of some new technological features.  Registration is required.

Read to canines

Children are invited to the  Library at 6 p.m. May 21 to read to Thor and Bailey, two listening dogs.  
This monthly program called B.A.R.K. (Be a Reading Kid), which promotes good reading skills in children. 
Each child registered has a 15-minute session; call the library at 203-734-1492 to register your child.

For information or to register for any programs, call 203-734-1492.


This is a press release from Patricia Sweeney, reference librarian, Derby Neck Library.

Ansonia Library to host book discussion

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Blind Justice by Anne Perry.   

The discussion will take place at 11 a.m. April 24 in the Ansonia Library’s Community Room. 

The program is free and open to the public. It had previously been scheduled for April 17. 

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For further information, call Joyce Ceccarelli at the Ansonia Library, 203-734-6275.

This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Derby library to host book discussion

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for

12:30 p.m. April 30.

The selected title is The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Strout.  

Haunted by a freak accident that killed their father when they were children, Jim and Bob Burgess escape from their Maine hometown as soon as they can. 

Transplanted now to Brooklyn, they find themselves leading vastly disparate lives as New York City

attorneys. This is a story of buried conflict and tortured family relations. 

Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.
Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” Dessert and beverages will be provided. 

Registration is requested. For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203- 736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.   


This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Ansonia Library to host book discussion

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion will feature Leaving Everything Most 
Loved by Jacqueline Winspear.

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. March 20 in the Library’s Community Room.
The program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk.

The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For information, call Joyce Ceccarelli at the Ansonia Library, 203-734-6275.


This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Ansonia Library to host book discussion

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Thunderstruck by Erik Larson.
 
The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Feb. 20 in the Ansonia Library’s Community Room.

The book discussion program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For information, call Joyce Ceccarelli at the Ansonia Library, 203-734-6275.



This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library. 

Ansonia Library slates January book talk

   ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature Elegy for Eddie by Jacqueline Winspear.  

   The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Jan. 16 in the Library’s Community Room. 

   The program is free and open to the public.
   Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

  For information, call Joyce Ceccarelli, 203-734-6275.

 

This is a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.

Ansonia Library to host book talk

ANSONIA -  The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature the novel "Where Angels Go" by Debbie Macomber.

 

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 19 in the Community Room at the library, 53 S. Cliff St.

The book discussion program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk.

For further information, call Joyce Ceccarelli, Ansonia Library Director, 203-734-6275.


This is a press release from Ansonia Library.

Derby Library slates holiday book talk

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled a special Holiday Lunchtime Book
Discussion at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 4.

The selected title is "Pearl Harbor Christmas: A World at War, December 1941" by Stanley Weintraub.

This is a vivid 11-day account of perhaps the most remarkable holiday season of the 20th century. 

Christmas came a little more than two weeks after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

While Americans attempted to go about celebrating as usual, the shock and reality of the just-declared war was on everyone’s mind.

Weintraub gives great insight into the remarkable meeting of President Roosevelt and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, together lighting the White House Christmas tree, while also mapping out a winning wartime strategy.

This is a moving account of what it was like to live through a holiday season few would ever forget.

Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. 

Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.”  Dessert and beverages will be provided.  Registration is requested.

For information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.



This is a press release from Derby Public Library Director Cathy Williams.

Ansonia Library to host book discussion

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library’s monthly book discussion series will feature The House of Silk by Anthony Horowitz.  The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 21 in the Community Room. 

The program is free and open to the public.

Copies of the book are available at the library’s circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

For further information, call Joyce Ceccarelli at the Ansonia Library, 203-734-6275.

This is a press release from Ansonia Library.  

Ansonia Library to hold discussion of 'The Tombs'

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Library's next monthly book discussion will feature The Tombs by Clive Cussler. 

The discussion will be held at 11 a.m. Oct. 17 in the Ansonia Library's Community Room. T

Copies of the book are available at the library's circulation desk. The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.
he program is free and open to the public.

For more information, call Joyce Ceccarelli at the Ansonia Library, 203-734-6275.


This is taken from a press release from Joyce Ceccarelli, Director, Ansonia Library.