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August 1, 2008

Great Hall Art Exhibit: Laurence S. Untermeyer

Young-Tahiti-Girl.jpgAugust 1-September 30
The Great Hall

"In My View", photographs by Laurence S. Untermeyer, will be on display in The Great Hall for the months of August and September.

Opening reception: Friday, August 1, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.
Light refreshments served. Enter through the main level Library entrance.

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August 3, 2008

AUTHORS@THE LIBRARY: Sherwin B. Nuland

The-Uncertain-Art-cover.jpgSunday, August 3
2:00 pm
McManus Room

Award-winning author Sherwin B. Nuland will discuss his new book, The Uncertain Art: Thoughts on a Life in Medicine, a collection of essays on the many varied aspects that comprise a doctor’s practice and life.

Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Book review.
Furthur author information.

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August 4, 2008

AUTHORS@THE LIBRARY: Michel Nischan

Michel-nischan-crop.jpgMonday, August 4
7:30 pm
McManus Room

Local chef, Michael Nischan, author of Taste Pure and Simple and Homegrown Pure & Simple: Great Healthy Food from Garden to Table shares his ideas on sustainable farming, local and regional food systems, and heritage recipes.

Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Author's website.

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August 7, 2008

Sizzling Summer Film Series: David & Lisa

david and lisa.jpgThursday, August 7
2:00 pm
McManus Room

Enjoy summer Thursdays with a cool drink, a short introduction and a film. In David & Lisa, Keir Dullea, who lives right over the line in Fairfield, had his breakthrough role in this touching story of a psychotic young man who finds understanding — and love — in a mental institution. Written & directed by the team of Frank & Eleanor Perry. 1962. 96 mins.

Movie review.

Part of the Library's 100th anniversary celebration.
More information.

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August 14, 2008

Sizzling Summer Film Series:
The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming!

the russians.jpgThursday, August 14
2:00 pm
McManus Room

Enjoy summer Thursdays with a cool drink, a short introduction and a film. In The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming!, Wilton's Theo Bikel plays the captain of a Russian submarine that runs aground off New England. The terrified villagers think they're being invaded — and the results are absolutely hilarious. With Carl Reiner, Eva Marie Saint, Alan Arkin, Jonathan Winters and the unforgettable Ben Blue. 1966. 126 mins.

Movie review.

Part of the Library's 100th anniversary celebration.
More information.

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August 17, 2008

The Usual Suspects Mystery Reading Group: The Burglar Who Traded Ted Williams

the-burgler-who-traded-ted-.jpgSunday, August 17
2:00 pm
Seminar Room

Discussion of The Burglar Who Traded Ted Williams by Lawrence Block. Paper Chase #3: Bernie Rhodenbarr, burglar-turned-bookseller, must vindicate himself when he is falsely accused of stealing a priceless collection of baseball cards.

For copies of the book, phone 291-4821. New participants always welcome.
Book Review.

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August 19, 2008

Pageturners: Evening

evening1.jpgTuesday, August 19
10:30 am and 7:30 pm
Seminar Room

Discuss Evening, by Susan Minot. It is a stirring exploration of time and memory, of love's transcendence and of its failure to transcend.

For copies of the book, phone 291-4821.
New participants always welcome.
Book Review.

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August 21, 2008

Sizzling Summer Film Series: Batteries Not Included

batteries.jpgThursday, August 21
2:00 pm
McManus Room

Enjoy summer Thursdays with a cool drink, a short introduction and a film. In Batteries Not Included, Hume Cronyn & Jessica Tandy, who graced our neighborhood for many years, play a couple about to be evicted from their New York City apartment. Then one night she leaves a window open — and their salvation appears in a very funny form. Called "the best family film of the year," it's a lovely romp. 1987. 106 mins.

Movie review.

Part of the Library's 100th anniversary celebration.
More information.

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August 28, 2008

Sizzling Summer Film Series: Inside Daisy Clover

inside daisy.jpgThursday, August 28
2:00 pm
McManus Room

Enjoy summer Thursdays with a cool drink, a short introduction and a film. In Inside Daisy Clover, Christopher Plummer and Robert Redford, both with Weston homes, star in the story of a 15-year old tomboy (Natalie Wood), who becomes a Hollywood sensation. It was nominated for three Oscars and three Golden Globes: Ruth Gordon won a Globe for best supporting actress — and Redford won for "Best Newcomer." How's that for a good premonition? 1965. 128 mins.

Movie review.

Part of the Library's 100th anniversary celebration.
More information.

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