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All are welcome to this free program. To reserve a seat, contact the Community Ser-vices Department at (203) 6 3 0 - 6 3 4 9 , e m a i l [email protected] or visit www.meridenlibrary.org and sign up through the adult calendar.
T h e s t a t i s t i c s a r e staggering: 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be victims of sexual abuse before their eighteenth birthday. Today, there are over 42 million survivors of sexual abuse in America. Breaking the silence is vital – but it’s only the first step. What happens next? For most survivors, the wounds left by such abuse often fester, slowly devastating their lives in more ways than they could ever imagine.
In her book, Say It Out Loud: Revealing and Healing the Scars of Sexual Abuse, author Roberta Dolan, a former special-
education teacher with a m a s t e r ’ s d e g r e e i n counseling, exposes the emotional scars of sexual abuse and prov ides survivors with the support and guidance they need to begin their own healing. Roberta will be discussing her book and signing copies at the Meriden Public Library on Wednesday, October 8 at 6:30 pm in the Griffin Room. With tangible recovery s t r a t e g i e s , i n c l u d i n g journaling, visualization, and more, Dolan shares, step by step, the tools and tactics she employed while in therapy to heal from a child-hood of sexual abuse.
“Say It Out Loud”
College Admissions, Explained
Brandon Wang, the General Manager of Bulldog Tutors a n d a n e x p e r t o n standardized testing and the college admissions process, will present the seminar C o l l e g e A d m is s i o n s , Explained on Saturday, October 4 at 2:00 pm in the Griffin Room.
The presentation will focus on insider tips on college a d m i s s i o n s a n d standardized testing, and
will feature a Q&A session. Brandon Wang is a recent graduate of Yale University with a degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. One of his greatest joys is to see young students develop into critically thinking adults who maintain a strong sense of self. Brandon serves as the General Manager of Bulldog
Tutors and is an expert on standardized testing and the college admissions process. He himself boasts a track record of a nearly perfect SAT and 3 perfect SAT II scores. All are welcome to this free program. To reserve a seat, contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349.
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Meriden Public
Library
Mark Your Calendars
Nov. 3—James Webb
Telescope by Rich Myers
Nov. 12—Flops into
Classics: “It’s a Wonderful
Life” with movie critic
Richard Alleva
Nov. 12—”From Hula
Hoops to High Fashion:
Remembering G. Fox &
Co. in the 1950s” by
Elizabeth Abbe
Nov. 18—History of the
Connecticut Old State
House presented by Sally
Whipple
Inside this issue:
Ghostly Photographs;
“Flops into Classics”
2
“Panic in CT” 2
Online Marketing;
Couponing Class
3
Musician Peter
Biedermann
3
Regular monthly
programs
4/5
Friends News 6
Children’s Library 7/8
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT 06450
Library Closed on Monday, October 13 for
Columbus Day.
Julie Griffin, a freelance paranormal photographer, will be presenting her m ul t im ed ia prog ram "Ghostly Photographs: true ghost stories you can see with your own eyes" on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, at 7:00 pm in the Griffin Room.
T h i s p a r a n o r m a l photographer will tell the tales behind her very real "ghostly" photographs she
will be showing. They range from illuminated balls of energy to full body apparitions. She will also discuss how to tell the difference between dust, moisture, and other natural ob j ec ts ve rsus a n anomaly. Julie Griffin started getting involved with paranormal investigating in 2008. In early 2009, she began capturing anomalies with a
regular digital camera and continues to get good evidence photos.
She has investigated locations in Connecticut, Massachusetts , New Hampshire, New York, Maine, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Gettysburg is still her favorite location. This program is free and all are welcome.
10 people were believed to be witches and were hanged. Most of them were women. Actress Virginia Wolf will portray some of these women so we can experience what their lives were like, how they came to be accused of witchcraft, and why
The Meriden Historical Society and Meriden Public Library invite all to the program “Panic in Connecticut: Accused Witches Have Their Say” performed by actress Virginia Wolf on Tuesday, October 14 at 6:30 pm in the Griffin Room.
In the late 1600’s, at least
witchcraft was so focused on in this time.
This program is a one woman show that sheds light on the Puritan society that condemned so-called witches to their death thirty years before the hysterics of Salem, MA. All are welcome to this free program.
Ghostly Photographs
“Panic in Connecticut”
Flops into Classics: “Vertigo”
position. The very quality that repelled audiences of 1958, the film’s autobio-graphical sexual obsessive-ness, was the same thing that brought it so much acclaim 50 years later. Richard Alleva has been the film critic for Commonweal magazine for more than 20 years. He has lectured
widely, and his articles have been anthologized, notably by Peter Bog-danovich in the The Best American Movie Writing, 1999. T h i s p r o g r a m i s cosponsored by Castle Craig Adult Learning Center and is free to all.
Movie critic Richard Alleva returns with the second film in the series “Flops into Classics: How 3 Box Office Failures Became Cherished Movies.”
This film, Vertigo, was Hitchcock’s biggest flop in the 1950’s. Then in 2012 it actually toppled Citizen Kane from its number one
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Robert Clark from Lucid-Pointe will present a Constant Contact seminar on Online Marketing: Offers and Promotions on Monday, October 6 at 6:30 pm in the Cook Room. This seminar will help you learn what you need to know about successful deals, and how you might use them for your m a r k e t i n g e f f o r t s . A t t e n d e e s o f t h i s presentation will learn:
what the three things you really want to get with your deal, the different types of deal you might run, and 5 steps to a great offer. Start building your own offer and understand the 5 Don’ts of Deals. Join us and learn some great new strategies to help develop your next offer or promotion.
Robert Clark is a Constant
Contact Authorized Local Expert and Solution Provider Partner with over 30 years of experience advis ing small and medium-sized businesses, Fortune 50 companies, nonprofits, associations, and industry groups on m a r k e t i n g , s a l e s , operat ions, strategy, international trade, and information technology. He is Managing Principal
in various disciplines, the sounds you will hear on the afternoon of Saturday, O c t o b e r 2 5 t h w i l l b e e n t i r e l y original.
The music will be performed on a variety of 6 and 12 string guitars in unique tunings combined with subtle ambient e l e c t r o n i c s . T h e architecture of the music is
M u s i c i a n P e t e r Biedermann will be performing on Saturday, October 25 at 2:30 pm in the Griffin Room.
Mr. Biedermann is an instrumental guitarist based in Green Valley, AZ that has been composing and performing for over 35 years. While his music covers a number of genres
melodic and rhythmic; combining compositional structure and improvisation tha t em braces the influences of the last 50+ years of finger style acoustic guitar playing. Fans of artists such as Davey Graham, John Fahey, Alex de Grassi, Leo Kottke, Ralph Towner and Michael Hedges will enjoy this music.
Online Marketing: Offers & Promotions
Musician Peter Biedermann
Couponing Class
learn how to find coupon savings and deals online and in stores. Several tips and tricks for “frugalizing” your pets and home will also be d iscussed. Participants need to have a basic understanding of computers and the Internet to fully benefit from this class. All are welcome to this free program. This program is
funded by the Friends of the Library and the Meriden Foundation. Class size is limited. To reserve a seat, contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6 3 4 9 , e m a i l [email protected] or v i s i t www.meridenlibrary.org and sign up through the adult calendar.
Everyone knows about coupons and how to use them, but not everyone knows how to use them effectively. Join Gina Juliano at Meriden Public Library on Wednesday, October 22 at 6:00 pm in the Griffin Room to learn how to maximize your savings and use coupons to shop for FREE.
In addition, participants will
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All are welcome to this free
program. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library and the Meriden Foundation.
of LucidPointe, LLC, based in Darien, CT. All are welcome to this free program. To reserve a seat, contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349.
The Chess Club at the Meriden Public Library will b e m e e t i n g o n Wednesday, October 1 at 6:30 pm in the Seminar Room. Stop by a play against a new opponent. All skill levels are welcome.
Do you like to play Scrabble but don’t have a n y c h a l l e n g i n g opponents? Come and join the Scrabble group on Mondays at the Meriden Public Library. The group will meet on Monday, October 6 and October 20 at 2:00 pm in the Cook Room. All skill levels are welcome.
Scrabble boards are provided, but you are welcome to bring your o w n . C o n t a c t t h e Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 if you have questions.
traditional reading group with assigned books to read each month, but a group of like-minded fans of romance literature who meet to discuss the genre
The Romance Readers Group will meet at the Meriden Public Library on Monday, October 20 at 3:30 pm in the Seminar Room. This is not a
in all its aspects. Please contact Becky at (203) 630-6350 if you have any questions about the group.
Chess Club Scrabble
Romance Readers Group
Writer’s Network
serious about writ ing fiction or nonfiction, wants to learn the process of getting published, or needs support for writing a book proposal or query letter is welcome to attend.
If you are interested in joining the Writer’s Network, contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349 or email us at [email protected].
The Writer’s Network will meet on Wednesday, October 22 in the Cook Room. The Writer’s Network invites anyone who is
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Yu-Gi-Oh Meet Up Anime Club
Monday, October 27 at 6:00 pm
in the Cook Room. Bring your own deck or learn how to play from one of our members. If you have any questions con-tact the Information Desk
at (203) 238-2346.
Are you a fan of anime, manga or just like Japanese culture? Then come to the next meeting of the Teen Anime Club on Friday, October 31 at 2:30 pm in the Griffin Room. At every meeting we learn about a different aspect of Japanese culture
and then watch an anime of the members choosing. All are welcome whether you’re an otaku or just discovering anime and manga. This program is geared towards 13-18 year olds. Food and drink are provided. If you have any questions please call 203-238-2347.
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Movies at the Library
Million Dollar Arm
Saturday, October 11
2:30 pm
Griffin Room
Mr. Peabody & Sherman
Saturday,
October 18
2:30 pm
Griffin Room
Have you visited your library recently?
Think there are only books available at the library? Not anymore! Instead of paying to rent a DVD, check at the library. If we don’t have it, we can find out who has a copy and request it to be sent to Meriden for you. Enjoy reading Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Family Circle, Forbes, Hot Rod Magazine, and lots more, but hate to pay for all those subscriptions? Go to www.meridenlibrary.org and click on Create an account using your library card number and you will have access to 177 popular magazines for FREE! You can even download back issues! Enjoy music but don’t want to keep paying for every song you like? Try With your library card, you can download 5 songs per week and they are yours to keep! Need to repair your vehicle but don’t have the manual? No problem! Just go to the library website and navigate to the “Research” page. Under “Auto Information” you will find a link for All you need is your library card to access the manuals and diagrams. Print out what you need at home. Perhaps you would like to learn a language before you go on that vacation. You don’t have to pay for language tapes. Go to the “Research” page on our website and under “Languages” click on
There are 57 foreign languages and 17 languages for non-English speakers. Your library card is worth more these days. It’s a real bargain to have one!
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Notes from the Meeting held on September 22, 2014 President’s Report: We regret to inform you that John Banks, one of the founders of the Friends of the Meriden Public Library, a past president, and a long-time supporter of the Friends, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. John spent his whole career in catering and the management of hotels and resorts and was a tremendous help to the Friends in organizing and running programs for the Friends especially during the early years when we were first trying to build up our membership. He was also a great help more recently, after his retirement, working in the book store. Any Friends wishing to make a donation in his name is asked to send it to June Vandal, President of the Friends of the Meriden Public Library, at 105 Miller St. Meriden , CT 06450. Book Store: The next book sale will be held on Oct 20 – 25 in the book store. It will be a $5/bag sale open from 10 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday and 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday. Anyone wishing to help out on this sale is asked to call the book store at 203 639-1505 and leave your name and telephone number. Membership: We continue to need volunteers to help out on all our activities especially during the holiday season which is rapidly coming up. We are delighted to welcome the latest volunteer, Marge Anderson, on to our team. If you’d like to help on Internet sales, book store sales or book sorting and shelving, let us know. Library Director: Karen asked for support for passes to two more activities, the Children’s Museum/Roaring Brook Nature Center in West Hartford and Sturbridge Village. The Friends approved.
Friends of the Library News
Library Hours: Monday—Wednesday
9:00 am—8:30 pm Thursday—Saturday 9:00 am– 5:00 pm
Closed Sunday
Contact Us:
Circulation/Check Out Desk—203-238-2344 Information Desk—203-238-2346 Children’s Library—203-630-6347
Community Services/Bookmobile—203-630-6349
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT 06450
$5-a-Bag Book Sale
October 20—25, 2014
In the Book Store
Stop in for some
great buys!!
Meriden Public Library ● Tomie dePaola Children’s Library ● 105 Miller St. Meriden, CT 06450 Phone: (203) 630-6347 ● E-mail: [email protected]
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Read to a real dog at the library!
One-on-one sessions build confidence for beginning readers!
Thursdays, October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30th
at 3:30 pm, 3:45pm, 4pm, 4:15pm
Kids in K-4th Grades
Tomie dePaola Children’s Library
Give your child the chance to practice reading aloud
to a trained and lovable therapy dog. Children will have approximately 15 minutes to read.
Spots are limited and registration is required.
For more information, call the Children’s Library
at (203)630-6347.
Wednesday, October 22
at 4:00 pm
in the Griffin Room Theme: “Spooky Creations”
During October’s LEGO® Club,
childen are invited to build a variety of spooky creations: Pumpkins! Ghosts! Monsters! Oh my!
We’ll provide the LEGO® bricks, you just need to bring your imagination. All finished creations will be put on
display.
Sign up is not required –
Late arrivals are welcome.
Contact Gretchen if you have any questions:
Wednesday, October 15 4-5pm
Griffin Room
Wind-powered car? Yes. It's a little bit car and a little bit sailboat. Kids ages 6-10 yrs old will build a car and use the
wind to move it. Getting around can be such a breeze!
All materials provided. Space is limited.
Call 203-630-6347 or e-mail [email protected]
for more information or to register.
Join us for a frightfully good time!
Wednesday, October 15th
6:30—7:30pm
Griffin Room
Shadow puppets will act out familiar songs, with a spooky (and silly) twist , including: ‘The Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bone’ and ‘Five Little
Mummies Jumping on the Bed’.
Tickets for this performance by Nappy’s Puppets will be available September 29 at the Children’s Information Desk.
MONDAYS 6:30pm Grades K-2
TUESDAYS 10:15am 2’s with parent/caregiver
11:15am 3-4 years old
1:15 pm 3-4 years old
6:30pm 3-4 years old
WEDNESDAYS 10:30am 2-3 years old with parent/caregiver
11:15am 3-4 years old
6:30pm 2-3 years old with parent/caregiver
All first time participants must show proof of age. Storytimes begin the week of September 15th, and
end the week of November 17th.
START ON STORIES
Thursdays
10:30am
October 2, 9, 16,
23, and 30
November 6, 13, 20
This program is
designed for babies
and children through 2
years old accompanied by a parent/
caregiver. Stories, music, and play are
incorporated into an hour-long program
beginning at 10:30 am.
Registration is ongoing.
Register by calling or e-mailing
Miss Gretchen at [email protected]
Fall
La Biblioteca Pública de Meriden presenta
Cuentacuentos/Bilingual Story Hour
La hora del cuento es un programa divertido para familias y niños. Leyendo juntos los
niños se preparan para ir a la escuela y tener éxito. Todos están invitados a celebrar cuentos y juegos divertidos en
español y en inglés. Habrá refrescos y bocadillos.
Story hour is a fun program for families and children. Reading together helps prepare children for success in school.
Everyone is invited to listen to stories in English and Spanish and participate in games and crafts. Refreshments and
snacks will be served.
Scrabble Club
Mondays, October 6 and 20
2:00 pm Cook Room
All skill levels are welcome. Scrabble can help develop critical thinking skills and
improve vocabulary and mathematical skills (choosing/placing words and keeping score.)
Sábados a 11:00am
4 y 18 octubre
Saturdays at 11:00am
October 4 and 18
Movies in October
“Million Dollar Arm” Saturday, Oct. 11
2:30 pm—Griffin Room (Rated—PG) 124 min.
“Mr. Peabody & Sherman”
Saturday, Oct. 18 2:30 pm—Griffin Room
(Rated—PG) 92 min.